Severe flooding has been reported across England and Wales following Storm Bert, prompting hundreds of flood warnings. The storm caused five deaths in south Wales and widespread wind damage. Flood warnings with 'danger to life' notices are in place near the River Nene and the River Avon, while alerts for potential flooding extend to numerous areas, including Burton Trent, Exmoor, Bristol, and North Cornwall.
Flooding has been reported across most of England and Wales Hundreds of flood warnings are in place across the UK today as Storm Bert moves away from the British Isles. 159 warnings have been issued, ranging from Manchester to Plymouth, after Storm Bert caused severe flooding in south Wales , leaving five dead. Winds battered much of England and Wales this weekend, with the Met Office issuing yet another wind warning in Scotland this morning.
The full map of flood warnings can be found below, and the full list can be found on the government’s list. 202 alerts have been put in place where flooding is ‘possible’ Another 159 alerts are in place where flooding is expected At least five people are reported dead following the storm. The Welsh First Minister Eluned Morgan said it has been ‘a really difficult weekend’ and it is ‘absolutely devastating’ for those affected by flooding after Storm Bert hit.
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