Two people have died as the heavy rains and strong winds have added the the flooding problems in southern England.
The Environment Agency has issued 23 severe flood warnings across southern England, with the Met Office also issuing amber warnings for wind for the same areas.
The Met office has issued rare red warnings for northwest England and Wales, telling people to take action and prepare for gale force winds of up to 160km/h (100mph) this afternoon.
Heavy rain and strong winds are causing disruption to many people travelling home to see their families for Christmas.
Gales force winds are battering Scotland and the north of England, the east of England is being warned about floods,…