Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Devon and Cornwall

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Heavy Rain Warning Issued for Devon and Cornwall
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A yellow weather warning for heavy rain is in effect across Devon and Cornwall following Storm Herminia's impact. The Environment Agency has issued five flood warnings in Devon and flood alerts for both counties. Motorists are urged to drive cautiously as temperatures are expected to drop.

Storm Herminia - named by the Spanish weather service - lashed the South West with strong winds and heavy rain at the weekend and on Monday,

The Environment Agency said there were five flood warnings in Devon, meaning flooding is expected. Flood alerts, meaning flooding is possible, are in place for both counties.The authority urged motorists to drive with care with temperatures also predicted to drop. Councillor Stuart Hughes said: "I'm pleased to say that most of the main road network is moving as normal and I want to thank our dedicated teams and contractors who have had another busy weekend.

"However a wind warning is still in place and temperatures are predicted to drop from Tuesday evening."Residents were relying on people with vehicles from the other side of the tree and those from nearby communities for supplies.Some schools remain closed due to Storm Éowyn damageScience Park says it adds £50m into economy

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