Following Storm Éowyn, rainfall warnings are in place for Wales, southern England, and the Midlands with flood risks. Travel and power disruptions continue.
Following the destructive path of Storm Éowyn, which brought record-breaking winds and widespread disruption across the UK and Ireland, rainfall warnings have been issued for several regions. The storm, characterized by gusts reaching up to 114mph (183 km/h), has now moved into the North Sea, but its aftermath continues to impact the weather.
Yellow weather warnings for rain are in effect for Wales, southern England, and the Midlands, starting from 08:00 on Sunday until 06:00 on Monday. These warnings indicate the potential for heavy rainfall and possible flooding in these areas. The Met Office has advised that parts of England and Wales could receive up to 80mm of rainfall over the weekend, which could exacerbate the existing issues caused by the storm.
In addition to the rain warnings, flood warnings and alerts are in place in southern England, north Wales, and west Scotland. The combination of heavy rain and already saturated ground increases the risk of both river and surface water flooding. Residents in these areas are urged to stay informed and take necessary precautions.
The severe weather has caused significant disruption to infrastructure. Numerous homes are without power, and some areas are facing water shortages due to outages at treatment plants and pumping stations. Travel has been heavily affected, with train services, flights, and ferry crossings experiencing cancellations and delays.
The focus is now on the recovery phase, but with continued warnings for wind, snow, ice, and rain, emergency services are urging people to be cautious and stay updated with the latest weather information. The effects of Storm Éowyn, combined with the upcoming rainfall, will present ongoing challenges.
While the strongest winds have diminished, the aftermath is still expected to present challenging conditions for much of the UK and Ireland over the weekend. The combination of high winds, rain, ice, and snow has been a huge concern across multiple regions.
Sources: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/videos/crlk02xyp87o
https://news.stv.tv/scotland/storm-eowyn-106000-without-power-as-wind-snow-and-ice-alerts-remain-in-force
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