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New rain warning issued for flood-hit South West
29 Jan
Summary
- Second weather warning issued for rain in South West England.
- Heavy rainfall expected to cause travel disruption and flooding.
- Region previously hit by Storm Ingrid and Storm Chandra.
A second weather warning for rain has been issued for South West England, anticipating more travel disruption and potential flooding. This alert follows recent severe weather events, including Storm Ingrid and Storm Chandra, which previously caused significant closures.
The Met Office forecasts heavy rain will move across the region from Friday morning into Saturday. Rainfall amounts are expected to reach up to 20mm, with higher amounts possible over moors and in west Cornwall. This additional precipitation on already saturated ground raises concerns about exacerbating existing flood conditions.
The warning covers Devon, Cornwall, Dorset, Somerset, and Wiltshire. The Environment Agency has also issued flood warnings and alerts for several specific locations, including various rivers and roads, highlighting the ongoing risk to infrastructure and communities.
