A Yellow Weather Warning is in effect from tonight.
Cumbria is bracing for very strong winds up to 80mph, and heavy rain from Friday evening into Saturday.
We are told to expect fallen trees and debris, power cuts and flooding.
Police are encouraging residents to prepare now by securing garden items, checking on vulnerable neighbours, as well as charging phones and torches.
They are also urging people to stay off the fells and away from coastal areas.
Police have also shared contacts that can be reached out to for help and updates:
– Power cuts: Call 105 (Electricity North West)
– Water supply issues: Contact United Utilities on 0345 672 3723
– Road problems:
• Cumberland: Report via https://orlo.uk/f5CkV or call 0300 373 3736 for emergencies like fallen trees or flooding
• Westmorland & Furness: Visit https://orlo.uk/KmCYK or call 0300 373 3306 for emergencies like fallen trees or flooding
– Weather updates: Met Office (https://orlo.uk/8uVFf)
– Flood alerts: https://orlo.uk/jBH36 Flood Info (https://orlo.uk/rlgFv)
– Traffic updates: Visit Traffic – Cumbria Constabulary
– Safety concerns: Report a crime at Cumbria Police: https://orlo.uk/AnW1R or call 101. For immediate risk to life, call 999
