FLOODING and travel disruption is likely as Storm Christoph is set to batter Dorset with rain from midnight.
The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for rain across the south coast which begins at midnight and lasts until midday on Thursday.
Spells of heavy rain may lead to travel disruption and flooding in places.
A spokesman for the weather forecaster said: "Occasional heavy rain is expected to affect the region from Wednesday onwards into early Thursday as Storm Christoph affects the UK.
"Flooding of a few homes and businesses is likely, bus and train services probably affected with journey times taking longer and some interruption to power supplies and other services is likely.
"Some stronger winds may also accompany the rainfall and may add to travelling difficulties across higher and more exposed routes."
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