Train stations underwater and drivers rescued from flooded roads as heavy rain hits & Brits brace for 60mph wind
BRITAIN is bracing for 60mph gales, with storms already leaving train stations underwater and drivers stranded on the flooded M5.forecast a month's worth of rain in a matter of hours and has now issued a severe wind warning after trees were felled and planes struggle to land.People heading to and from work and to the shops have been snapped clinging to upended umbrellas and desperately trying to keep from getting soaked.
The Marston Vale line in Bedfordshire, which operates services between Bedford and Bletchley, is suspended until Monday because of standing water on the track.Avon Fire and Rescue Service said it was working with National Highways South-West to rescue people stranded on the M5 in Gloucestershire after heavy rainfall flooded the motorway.
A clip shared to social media yesterday captured the dramatic moment unfolding in Goodge Street, central London. The tree can just be seen sharply dropping behind the lorry as it drives along, landing with an alarming crash which is met by gasps from bystanders.As it pulls away, the driver seemingly unaware of the carnage behind, the Lamborghini’s hazard lights begin to flash.He walks over to the car to inspect the damage done to the vehicle by the tree as the street begins to fill with bystanders who have flocked to see what has happened.
One said: “That tree next to my work. Too many times truck hit that tree that was about to fall. Nobody informed the council or fire crews. Bad luck for Lambo .”Another commented: “It’s a Lamborghini. Granted some hassle but there’s money to deal with it.” A man moves his car in York city centre as the River Ouse rises with intense overnight rainfall causing flooding"But rivers often take time to respond so we're expecting disruption to continue in central and southern parts throughout the morning. Those planning to travel on Friday should factor this into their journey times."
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