Deputy chief meteorologist Chris Bulmer added that ‘persistent’ rain will develop from the middle of this week

The category 4 hurricane is currently sweeping over the southwest Atlantic

A thirty-seven yellow weather warning has been issued for parts of western Scotland from 5pm Wednesday until 6am on Friday amid fears between 50mm and 75mm of rain could fall.

Forecasters warned residents in the affected areas to expect 'pretty incredible rainfall totals' with up to 10 inches set to accumulate on the highest ground between tomorrow and…

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Deputy chief meteorologist Chris Bulmer added that ‘persistent’ rain will develop from the middle of this week