Storm Amy is set to batter Coventry and Warwickshire with 44mph winds. Latest Met Office forecasts predict strong winds tomorrow (Saturday, October 4) peaking at 44mph between 12noon and 1pm.

With the strong storm winds comes heavy rain too. The first band of heavy rain is set to sweep in later this afternoon (October 3) and another downpour overnight.

The heavy rain has prompted Warwickshire Resilience Forum (WRF), which includes emergency services, to urge locals to brace for potential flooding.

In a statement, Ben Brook, WRF co-chair and Chief Fire Officer at Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service, said: "With any named storm event, it’s important to take a few minutes and a few simple steps to be better prepared for any potential flooding it might bring. Signing up for flood alerts,

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