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Several weather warnings are in place for the majority of the UK with forecasters warning that a month’s worth of rain could fall in some places.

In Calderale, West Yorkshire, which was badly hit by flooding during Storm Ciara, the army is being deployed as extra support to aid recovery efforts from last weekend’s flooding and help with preparations for Storm Dennis.

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Soldiers assist with flood defences, in the Upper Calder Valley in West Yorkshire, as the UK is braced for widespread weather disruption for the second weekend in a row as Storm Dennis sweeps in. Photo: Danny Lawson/PA Wire

Across England alone, 800 properties were left flooded when Storm Ciara struck, the Environment Agency (EA) said.

Calderdale Council said the military personnel may also be used to keep residents informed about the weather.

The MoD said 75 personnel from 4th Battalion, Royal Regiment of Scotland, will be aiding the EA in constructing barriers and repairing flood defences in Ilkley and Calderdale, while 70 Reservists from 4th Battalion, The Yorkshire Regiment, have also been tasked with providing support where required.

Defence Secretary Ben Wallace said: "Our Armed Forces are always ready to support local authorities and communities whenever they need it. The rapid response of the Army today will help with provision of flood relief to local communities in West Yorkshire."

The EA has warned flooding is likely to be worse this weekend as already saturated ground is met with a "perfect storm" of heavy rain, strong winds and melting snow.

Amber warnings for rain and yellow warnings for wind are in place for most of the country from Saturday afternoon into Sunday evening meaning flooding could cause a danger to life, power cuts are expected.

Road, rail and air travellers may also face disruption, with British Airways and easyJet flights among those affected.

More than 230 easyJet flights in and out of the UK on Saturday have been cancelled, while several sporting fixtures were also called off due to the weather.

Winds could reach 70mph along coastlines while some parts of the country could witness up to 4.7in of rain.

Experts have warned that conditions amount to a "perfect storm", with hundreds of homes at risk of flooding.

Storm Dennis: Army deployed as parts of Yorkshire brace for flooding