TomNorton published Strong winds and rain on the way for Easter Bank Holiday

Rain and heavy winds are set to batter the East Midlands this weekend. A "swathe of strong winds" has been forecast for the Easter Bank Holiday which could see some areas hit with 55mph gusts. The yellow weather warning has been issued by the Met Office for 6am-9pm on Saturday. The forecaster has advised that there is a possibility of localised travel disruption. The Chief Forecaster said: "An active frontal zone is expected to advance steadily east across the country...