The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for rain across the UK, with the south and east of the country set to be hit by a 'heavy swathe of rain' View 3 Images The Met Office has predicted heavy rain (stock) (Image: Getty Images)

Yellow weather warnings have been issued as torrential rain and fierce winds prepare to pummel the UK. ‌

The Met Office, Britain's national weather service, has released an updated alert cautioning Brits in southern and eastern regions about a "heavy swathe of rain". The weather system is due to arrive on Wednesday night, persisting through Thursday. ‌

Certain areas could be drenched with up to 50mm of rainfall , whilst 20-30mm is forecast for most locations. Nevertheless, some regions may experience even heavier downpours, particul

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