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Days after Storm Chandra first brought heavy rain and strong winds, flooding and travel disruption continued across the United Kingdom.
Hundreds of flood alerts and warnings remain in place. Authorities say the situation is still changing as rivers respond to earlier downpours and more unsettled weather moves through, per BBC.
UK issues Flood warnings nationwide
Dozens of flood warnings, meaning flooding is expected, are active, alongside more than 200 flood alerts, where flooding is possible. Somerset declared a major incident on Tuesday evening after floodwater affected around 50 properties. Officials there said further disruption cannot be ruled out.
In Dorset, residents at Iford Bridge Home Park have been told to leave as quickly as possible, taking essential items and medication. Power supplies in the area may be turned off as a precaution. The park, which has about 80 homes near the River Stour, has flooded before, including earlier this winter.
Two severe flood warnings - indicating danger to life - were issued in England on Tuesday but have since been lifted. They covered areas, including Upper Frome in Dorchester and Ottery St Mary in Devon.
The Environment Agency said the River Otter reached its highest recorded level. One resident described the river as ‘a raging torrent,’ according to the BBC.
Travel and weather outlook after Storm Chandra hits UK
National Rail has warned that poor weather could continue to affect services into Friday across parts of England, Scotland and Wales. Some schools were closed earlier in the week, and flights and ferry services have faced cancellations.
Northern Ireland saw widespread disruption, with thousands of properties losing power at the peak and hundreds of schools closed. Strong gusts were also recorded in coastal areas.
Wednesday is expected to bring drier spells for many, though parts of northeast Scotland may stay wet and windy. Showers are forecast in south Wales and southwest England, but these are not expected to significantly worsen flooding.
More rain is likely on Thursday and Friday, with 10-20mm possible in southwest England. Snow could also affect higher ground in northern areas, bringing difficult travel conditions.
Storm Chandra
Storm Chandra followed closely after Storm Ingrid, hitting ground already saturated. It is the third named storm to affect the UK this month, increasing pressure on rivers, drainage systems and transport networks. Authorities say monitoring will continue as conditions evolve.
Hundreds of flood alerts and warnings remain in place. Authorities say the situation is still changing as rivers respond to earlier downpours and more unsettled weather moves through, per BBC.
UK issues Flood warnings nationwide
Dozens of flood warnings, meaning flooding is expected, are active, alongside more than 200 flood alerts, where flooding is possible. Somerset declared a major incident on Tuesday evening after floodwater affected around 50 properties. Officials there said further disruption cannot be ruled out.
In Dorset, residents at Iford Bridge Home Park have been told to leave as quickly as possible, taking essential items and medication. Power supplies in the area may be turned off as a precaution. The park, which has about 80 homes near the River Stour, has flooded before, including earlier this winter.
Two severe flood warnings - indicating danger to life - were issued in England on Tuesday but have since been lifted. They covered areas, including Upper Frome in Dorchester and Ottery St Mary in Devon.
The Environment Agency said the River Otter reached its highest recorded level. One resident described the river as ‘a raging torrent,’ according to the BBC.
Travel and weather outlook after Storm Chandra hits UK
National Rail has warned that poor weather could continue to affect services into Friday across parts of England, Scotland and Wales. Some schools were closed earlier in the week, and flights and ferry services have faced cancellations.
Northern Ireland saw widespread disruption, with thousands of properties losing power at the peak and hundreds of schools closed. Strong gusts were also recorded in coastal areas.
Wednesday is expected to bring drier spells for many, though parts of northeast Scotland may stay wet and windy. Showers are forecast in south Wales and southwest England, but these are not expected to significantly worsen flooding.
More rain is likely on Thursday and Friday, with 10-20mm possible in southwest England. Snow could also affect higher ground in northern areas, bringing difficult travel conditions.
Storm Chandra
Storm Chandra followed closely after Storm Ingrid, hitting ground already saturated. It is the third named storm to affect the UK this month, increasing pressure on rivers, drainage systems and transport networks. Authorities say monitoring will continue as conditions evolve.
