Storm Franklin lashes the UK with flooding and high winds (video)

Thousands of people were evacuated from their homes as Storm Franklin hit the
UK overnight and caused at least one river to burst its banks.

More than 400 households were told to evacuate in South Manchester amid two
severe flood warnings, said the Environment Agency. 

In Sprotbrough, South Yorkshire, the River Don burst its banks on Sunday
evening with the area's footpaths submerged.

The River Severn also threatened to burst its banks with water drifting
towards homes in Shropshire.

with information from telegraph.co.uk