A HEAVY rain weather warning has been issued for Barrow, Dalton, Ulverston and the surrounding areas.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for the Furness peninsula, with heavy rain expected on Friday and Saturday.

Heavy rain beginning on Friday is expected to continue into Saturday which may bring transport disruption and flooding.

During this period 40-60 mm of rain is likely, with perhaps 100 mm over higher ground.

There is a small chance that homes could be flooded.