The Environment Agency has issued multiple flood alerts across parts of the Midlands, Yorkshire, and the south-east of England, following severe weather that has already caused damage to homes. The sudden shift comes after a summer marked by drought conditions across most of England and all of Wales, with the Met Office warning of intense thunderstorms and heavy rainfall capable of dumping significant downpours in short periods. Authorities are bracing for potential flooding as the extreme weather disrupts the prolonged dry spell. Residents in affected regions are advised to stay vigilant as the situation develops.
Environment Agency issues 40 flood alerts across Midlands, Yorkshire and south-east of EnglandDozens of homes have been damaged by flooding and the Met Office had issued warnings for thunderstorms and heavy rain at the end of a summer in which most of England and the whole of Wales was declared in drought.The Met Office said thundery showers in England and Wales could cause 75mm of rain to fall in just 12 hours in some areas. Continue reading...
