Storm Conall is forecast to bring an intense amount of rainfall, equivalent to two weeks' worth in just one day. The Met Office warns of severe flooding, especially in southern England, with up to 40mm of rain expected in some regions. The situation is critical as the Environment Secretary revealed that flood defenses are in the worst condition ever recorded.
Storm Conall is set to bring 2 weeks' worth of rain in just 24 hours, leading to more floods and a yellow Met Office warning. The Met Office has warned that up to 40mm of rain is expected to fall in some areas, with a majority of the warning area likely to see 15-20mm of rain. A severe flood warning has been issued for the Billing Aquadrome holiday park and the surrounding parks, indicating danger to life.
Devastated families fear their homes won't be salvaged in time for Christmas due to the state of the UK's flood defenses, which Environment Secretary Steve Reed admitted are in the 'worst condition on record'
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