Storm Helios to hit central Mediterranean
Red warnings have been issued for heavy rain, snow and high winds, as the storm hits Sicily, southern Italy, Malta and parts of northern Africa.
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Red warnings have been issued for heavy rain, snow and high winds, as the storm hits Sicily, southern Italy, Malta and parts of northern Africa.
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The tropical storm is likely to strengthen before it makes land fall bringing incessant rain of up to 300mm, which could cause flooding as well as mud and landslides.