What is the current flood situation in Devon and Cornwall?

As of January 31, 2026, there are five flood warnings in Devon and two in Cornwall, with high river levels expected to persist.

Are rail services disrupted in the South West due to storms?

Yes, rail routes between Exeter and Barnstaple/Okehampton, and between Liskeard/Par and Looe/Newquay are closed with expected disruption until the end of Sunday.

How many pothole repairs are needed in Devon after the storms?

Devon County Council is addressing a backlog of nearly 2,900 pothole repairs, with approximately 50 teams working on them.

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Devon & Cornwall Drenched: Roads, Rails Flood

31 Jan

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Summary

Five flood warnings are active in Devon, two in Cornwall.
Rail services between Exeter and multiple towns remain closed.
Devon faces nearly 2,900 pothole repairs due to storms.

Devon & Cornwall Drenched: Roads, Rails Flood

Severe weather continues to batter Devon and Cornwall, leading to widespread disruption. As of Saturday, January 31, 2026, five flood warnings were in effect for Devon and two for Cornwall, with the Environment Agency predicting sustained high river levels due to saturated ground.

This ongoing flooding has necessitated the closure of key rail routes. Services between Exeter St David's and Barnstaple, as well as Exeter St David's and Okehampton, will not operate over the weekend. Similarly, trains are cancelled between Liskeard and Looe, and Par and Newquay, with disruption anticipated until the end of Sunday.

Beyond immediate flooding, the storms have exacerbated infrastructure issues. Devon County Council reported approximately 50 teams addressing a backlog of nearly 2,900 pothole repairs. Cornwall's fire service is urging drivers to exercise extreme caution due to dangerous standing and fast-moving water, anticipating further heavy rainfall.