A YELLOW weather warning has been issued for severe rain and flooding in the Bradford district.

The Met Office warning suggests there will be widespread rain on Tuesday with some very heavy rain possible, bringing some disruption from flooding.

The yellow weather warning is in place from 4am until 11.30pm on Tuesday.

The Met Office has warned residents that homes and businesses could be flooded, fast flowing or deep floodwater is possible, causing a danger to life and some communities may be cut off by flooded roads.

Delays or cancellations to train and bus services are also possible, due to the heavy rain.

Spray and flooding could lead to difficult driving conditions and some road closures.