Severe Weather Warnings Issued Across the UK
The Met Office has issued amber and yellow weather warnings for wind and rain across large parts of the UK, with significant impacts expected in south Wales. An amber warning for rain is in place for much of south Wales until 06:00 GMT on Monday, with forecasts predicting between 50mm and 100mm of rainfall. This could lead to flooding, travel disruption, and potential danger to life, with homes and businesses at risk of being inundated and some communities possibly becoming cut off.
In addition to the rain, strong winds have been recorded, with gusts exceeding 70mph in parts of Wales and Scotland. These conditions have already caused travel disruption, particularly in exposed areas. Yellow warnings for wind and rain are also in place for the southern half of Wales, southwest England, and parts of Scotland, with up to 100mm of rain expected on south-facing hills. Localised flooding, power supply issues, and further travel delays are anticipated.
The recent wet and windy weather follows a period of high pressure over central and northern Europe, which had previously blocked Atlantic weather systems. However, a surge of Arctic air across North America has strengthened the jet stream, bringing changeable conditions and temperatures closer to the seasonal average of 7 to 10°C. While the jet stream is expected to weaken next week, Atlantic-driven weather will continue to dominate, with frost likely on clearer nights.
Residents in affected areas are advised to remain vigilant, with councils like Rhondda Cynon Taf deploying sandbags to high-risk flood zones. The Met Office has urged caution, particularly in south Wales, where communities are still recovering from previous flooding incidents in November. Conditions are expected to improve by Monday, though residual rain and blustery winds may persist in some regions.
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