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A Met Office yellow weather warning for wind is currently in place for Blackpool from 12pm until 23.59pm on Saturday (15 Feb).

The Met Office said: “Storm Dennis will bring very strong winds and potential for disruption to many parts of England and Wales on Saturday.

“Gusts of 50 mph are expected widely inland, with around 60 mph in places. Around the coasts, especially in the west and south, gusts of 60-70 mph are likely.”

Storm Dennis is set to hit the UK with wet and wet and windy weather this weekend, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to Blackpool.

What to expect from this weather warning:

There is a small chance of injuries and danger to life from flying debris

There is a slight chance of some damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs

There is a small chance of longer journey times or cancellations as road, rail, air and ferry services are affected

There is a small chance that some roads and bridges could close

There is a slight chance that power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage

There is a small chance that injuries and danger to life could occur from large waves and beach material being thrown onto sea fronts, coastal roads and properties

A Met Office yellow weather warning for rain is also in place for Blackpool from 12pm on Saturday (15 Feb) to 12pm on Sunday (16 Feb).

The Met Office said: “Heavy rain associated with Storm Dennis is expected to move east across England and Wales on Saturday and Sunday.”

What to expect from this weather warning:

There is a small chance that homes and businesses could be flooded, causing damage to some buildings

There is a small chance of fast flowing or deep floodwater causing danger to life

Where flooding occurs, there is a slight chance of delays or cancellations to train and bus services

Spray and flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures

There is a small chance that some communities become cut off by flooded roads

There is a slight chance of power cuts and loss of other services to some homes and businesses

Storm Dennis: This is when Blackpool will be hit by strong winds of up to 70mph and heavy rain