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Storm Francis to hit Greater Manchester as Met Office update weather warnings

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Storm Franklin has been confirmed by the Met Office as strong winds and rain are expected to hit Greater Manchester. The cyclone is due in the UK today, with yellow weather warnings issued across the region.

A warning for wind is in place for the North West between 12pm today and 1pm on Monday (February 21). According to weather charts, wind gusts could reach as high as 60mph.

The Met Office says the storm could cause damage to buildings, such as tiles blown from roofs, along with trees being brought down Road, rail, air and ferry services may be affected, with longer journey times and cancellations possible and some roads and bridges may close. READ MORE: Animal shelter inundated with 56 Labrador puppies - and they all need homes Power cuts may occur, with the potential to affect other services, such as mobile phone coverage.

There could also be injuries or danger to life. It comes as Britain continues to dust itself off after Storm Eunice caused devastation, with at least four deaths.

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