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UK Braces for Deluge: Half Month's Rain in Hours!
16 Dec
Summary
- Up to 60mm of rain expected on Wednesday within a few hours.
- South Wales and Southwest England are predicted to face the worst.
- Recent wet weather has led to travel disruption and flood warnings.
Brits are being alerted to significant flood risks this week, with forecasters predicting a substantial amount of rainfall in a very short period. Up to 60mm of rain, equivalent to about half a month's average rainfall, is expected to hit the nation on Wednesday within just a few hours, prompting a weather alert from the Met Office.
The most severe impacts are anticipated across south Wales, sections of Southwest England, and the Midlands. This forecast follows already heavy downpours experienced on Monday, particularly in south Wales, which have led to multiple flood warnings being issued for the upcoming days. The cumulative effect of recent wet weather increases the vulnerability to further flooding.
Residents in affected areas are advised to prepare for potential travel disruption due to the heavy rain. The Met Office highlighted that the incoming deluge, described as 'heavy at times, especially over high ground,' could exacerbate existing conditions and lead to further flooding. The situation underscores the dynamic and potentially hazardous weather patterns currently affecting the country.
