Greater Manchester will escape the worst of the 'very strong and disruptive winds' brought by Storm Dudley later this week - but will be hit by Storm Eunice on Friday.
The Met Office has issued two weather warnings - one yellow and one amber - for large parts of northern England and Scotland on Wednesday night and Thursday morning.
In some areas, forecasters warn there could be a 'danger to life' as Storm Dudley brings strong gusts.