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Rescue Efforts Underway as Flooding from Storm Claudia Continues in South Wales
15 Nov
Summary
- Major incident declared in South Wales due to "severe and widespread flooding"
- Rescue, evacuation, and welfare operations ongoing since incident declared
- Yellow alert for cold weather issued for parts of England starting Monday
As of 2025-11-15T12:36:57+00:00, severe flooding caused by Storm Claudia has been ongoing in South Wales, prompting a major incident declaration. Emergency services and local teams have been working tirelessly since the incident was declared in Monmouth at 1:30 AM on 2025-11-11 to carry out rescues, evacuations, welfare checks, and move affected residents to safe places.
The flooding has significantly impacted homes, businesses, transport, and energy infrastructure across the region. Natural Resources Wales has imposed four severe flood warnings, indicating a potential danger to life. Authorities have urged people to avoid unnecessary travel and to check on vulnerable neighbors.
In addition to the ongoing flooding, a yellow alert for cold weather has been issued for parts of the Midlands and northern England, set to take effect from 8 AM on 2025-11-17 until 8 AM on 2025-11-21. This comes as Storm Claudia, which brought heavy rain and strong winds to Spain and Portugal earlier this week, is set to be replaced by below-freezing temperatures in the affected areas.
