Storm Bert has caused widespread disruption across the UK with three fatalities reported due to severe weather conditions. The storm brought heavy rain and snow, leading to multiple road closures, train cancellations, and a high risk of flooding. Over 200 flood alerts are in place across England, Wales, and Scotland.
Three people have died after Storm Bert wreaked havoc across the UK - with forecasters now warning of a flood risk on Sunday caused by heavy rain and thawing snow. More than 200 flood alerts are in place across England, Wales and Scotland, after the snow and downpours brought by Storm Bert during Saturday.The storm sparked travel chaos after hitting the UK, with roads forced to close and trains cancelled in the "multi-hazard weather event".
"Passengers are advised to visit our website for the latest flight information and to contact their airline directly if they have any queries." Ferry operator CalMac - which serves the west coast of Scotland - cancelled several sailings on Saturday with disruption expected on many other services. P&O Ferries said it had cancelled the 4am sailing between Larne in Northern Ireland and Cairnryan in Scotland's south west on Saturday.
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