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Storm Chandra Unleashes UK Chaos: Floods & Record Rain
30 Jan
Summary
- Storm Chandra brought heavy rain and strong winds to the UK.
- Several flood warnings remain in place across the country.
- A lorry driver tragically died due to conditions caused by the storm.

Storm Chandra has battered the UK with severe weather, including strong winds and heavy rain, prompting further yellow warnings until Saturday. Rain warnings are in effect for southwest England and parts of Northern Ireland through Friday. Dozens of flood warnings are active nationwide, with Somerset declaring a major incident following earlier downpours that have already broken January daily rainfall records.
Tragically, a lorry driver lost their life in the New Forest earlier this week after their vehicle crashed into a river amidst the storm's aftermath. Disruptions are expected to impact road, rail, air, and ferry services, with potential road and bridge closures during the warning periods. The Met Office forecasts significant rainfall, particularly over hills, with a risk of localized flooding and potential power cuts in Northern Ireland.

