Heavy Storms to Hit Parts of the UK as Met Office Issues Yellow Weather Warning

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Parts of the UK are facing a prolonged period of heavy rain and potential flooding, according to the Met Office, which has issued a yellow weather warning for the south of England and Wales. The warning, expected to last from Wednesday to Friday, will bring an abrupt end to the summer sunshine and temperatures below 20C. Heavy rain is forecasted to become more extensive on Thursday, with the possibility of flooding impacts, spray, and sudden flooding leading to difficult driving conditions and road closures.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for rain and potential flooding, affecting the south of England and Wales from Wednesday to Friday.
  • Heavy rain is expected to become more extensive on Thursday, with a small chance of homes and businesses being flooded.
  • The storm will bring temperatures below 20C, ending the summer sunshine.
  • There is a possibility of flooding, spray, and sudden flooding leading to difficult driving conditions and road closures.
  • The UK has seen 12 named storms this season, the most since the new naming convention was introduced in 2015.
  • The Met Office recommends preparing a flood plan and an emergency flood kit for those at risk of flash flooding.
  • People should check road conditions if driving and stay up to date with the weather forecast in their area to avoid delays.

Statistics:

  • Up to 100mm of rain could fall in the affected areas on Thursday and Friday.
  • The storm will reach as high as the West Midlands for a few hours on Thursday.
  • Five people lost their lives during Storm Babet in October, which brought 150-200mm of rain to parts of Scotland.
  • Two red warnings were given for rain during Storm Babet, and another two amber warnings for wind.

Sources:

  • Met Office (no specific date provided)
  • PA Archive (credit for CCTV image of heavy wind in Folkestone, Kent)