If you’re just walking into work after this morning’s commute, you’ll already be intimately familiar with Storm Francis – the latest storm to batter Britain and signal the end of summer.
If you haven’t left for the office yet, you might want to consider working from home.
It’s seriously grim out there. And it’s set to stay this way all day.
Storm Francis is sending high winds and heavy rain across Greater Manchester throughout Tuesday (25 August) – and now a Yellow Warning has been issued by the Met Office.
Making itself known on Monday evening, Storm Francis swept into the country with 70mph winds and torrential rain that has led to problems in the west.
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Wales has already been hit particularly hard by the nasty weather, with homes flooding in south Wales and firefighters sent in to rescue campers from fast flowing water in Carmarthenshire.
Chief Meteorologist at the Met Office Andy Page: “The UK is in for another unseasonably wet and windy spell with Storm Francis arriving on Tuesday.
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“There will be strong winds and heavy rain, especially in the west of the UK.”
An additional Met Office spokesman said: “Gusts are likely to reach 55-60 mph for quite a few places, with exposed coasts and hills seeing gusts of around 70 mph.
“Heavy rain during Tuesday and early Wednesday is expected to result in some flooding and disruption to travel.”
Up here in Greater Manchester, strong winds and torrential rain are expected to persist throughout the day and evening, with the weather hopefully drying up around 7am tomorrow.
As things stand, Storm Francis is set to pass over the country completely by midday on Wednesday (26 August).
Travel disruptions are expected, and caution is urged when commuting by car as roads are likely to be hazardous.
Stay up-to-date with the latest weather changes in the north by using the Met Office website.
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Delays on M60 continue after man dies falling from bridge near Trafford Centre
Daisy Jackson
A man has tragically died after falling from a bridge on the M60, near the Trafford Centre.
Police closed the motorway in both directions at around 10am this morning as they responded to the concern for welfare.
The man was on Barton Bridge on the M60, but tragically fell and passed away at the scene.
The motorway was shut anti-clockwise between junction 12 for the M602 and junction 10, and on the clockwise carriageway between junction 9 and 11, with a huge diversion in place.
Although the motorway has reopened as the afternoon has worn on, disruption is ‘likely’ to continue for several hours yet.
National Highways is reporting up to two miles of congestion on the M60 around Barton Bridge.
In a statement released earlier today, a GMP spokesperson said: “Officers are currently responding to a concern for welfare on Barton Bridge on the M60, reported at around 9:40am today (Tuesday 31 March).
“The M60 remains closed in both directions while emergency services are in attendance. Significant delays are expected and drivers are advised to avoid the area where possible.”
GMP later added: “Earlier today, officers responded to a concern for welfare on Barton Bridge on the M60. The man sadly fell from the bridge and passed away at the scene.
“The road remains closed while enquiries continue. Please avoid the area and plan alternative routes where possible as disruption is likely to continue for the rest of the day.”
Molly-Mae Hague and adidas drop new collection inspired by matcha and iced lattes
Daisy Jackson
Today, adidas has finally released its hotly-anticipated parnership with Manchester-based influencer Molly-Mae Hague.
The social media superstar has collaborated with the sportswear giant for a limited-edition footwear collection inspired by matchas and iced lattes.
Molly-Mae and adidas Originals have just given fans a look at the shoes for the first time.
The star has curated a limited-edition collection of iconic Originals silhouettes – a Samba and a Superstar.
The first is the Samba Matcha shoes, a premium leather and suede shoe in a soft green colour, with double pink and white laces.
The other is a Superstar II Latte, which again features double laces in coffee-coloured hues, but in the iconic leather Superstar silhouette.
In behind-the-scenes footage of the design process on Molly-Mae’s Amazon Prime documentary series, Behind It All, she described them as ‘matcha cool girl in London’ shoes – and the vision has definitely come to life.
Molly-Mae said: “Seeing my creative vision come to life on two iconic adidas Originals silhouettes that have long been staples in my wardrobe is a true dream.
“Being so closely involved in the design process and creating products that feel fun, timeless, and an authentic extension of my own personal style has been the best experience.
“I am so excited to see how others style them in their own way.”
Steve Marks, VP Brand adidas UK commented: “At adidas, we partner with individuals who define style through authenticity and a deep-rooted connection to our brand.
“Molly-Mae’s relationship with adidas Originals has developed organically over time as a key advocate of the brand and this partnership represents a natural evolution – bringing her signature aesthetic to two of our most iconic silhouettes.”
The limited-edition adidas Originals x Molly-Mae collection drops in stores and online on 9 April, priced at £100 per pair.
The Manc -
25th August 2020 
