Homes and businesses may be flooded as Oldham braces for heavy rain today.

A yellow weather warning for rain has been rolled out across the borough, and will come in to play from 5pm until 9pm - but Oldhamers can expect a heavy downfall from 12pm.

The Met Office said: "Following recent wet weather, further spells of rain, heavy in places are expected on Monday evening and overnight. Then after a brief gap, another spell of heavy rain is likely to spread north-eastwards on Tuesday.

"Over the warning period, 15 to 30mm rain is likely to fall fairly widely, with a few places seeing 35 to 50mm."

Residents are urged to check whether their properties are at risk of flooding, and if they are they should "consider preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit".

Delays are likely and motorists are advised to check road conditions before driving, while bus and train services are likely to be affected so commuters should amend travel plans if necessary.

It continued: "People cope better with power cuts when they have prepared for them in advance. It’s easy to do; consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items.

"Be prepared for weather warnings to change quickly: when a weather warning is issued, the Met Office recommends staying up to date with the weather forecast in your area.

"The Met Office warns frequent heavy showers may lead to some flooding and disruption to travel. Flooding to a few homes and businesses could be possible and spray and flooding on roads could make journey times longer."

The bad weather is forecast to ease at 8pm, with a light downfall expected, while the rain is expected to hold off for the rest of the night from 9pm.

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