Flood Warnings Remain in Place Despite Subsiding Wet Weather
As of November 29, 2024, flood warnings remain in effect across the United Kingdom following recent heavy rainfall. The Environment Agency has issued 15 flood warnings and 120 flood alerts, indicating a risk of flooding in various parts of the country.
The wet weather conditions have subsided in recent days, but river levels remain high and ground water levels are saturated. This means that even moderate rainfall could lead to flooding in vulnerable areas.
According to the Environment Agency, the following regions are at risk of flooding:
- North East England: River Tyne and its tributaries, River Wear and its tributaries
- North West England: River Eden, River Ribble, River Mersey and its tributaries, River Dee and its tributaries
- Yorkshire and the Humber: River Ouse, River Wharfe, River Ure, River Nidd
- West Midlands: River Severn, River Teme, River Avon
- East Midlands: River Trent, River Idle, River Soar
- South West England: River Exe, River Parrett
- Wales: River Dee, River Clwyd, River Wye
- Scotland: River Clyde, River Forth, River Tay
Residents in affected areas are advised to monitor weather forecasts and be prepared to take action if necessary. The Environment Agency has activated its flood warning system and is working to reduce the risk of flooding by operating river flow control structures and clearing debris from waterways.
Emergency services and local authorities are also on standby to assist communities if flooding occurs.
The Environment Agency is urging people to avoid driving through floodwater, as even a few inches of water can cause vehicles to stall and put occupants at risk.
For the latest flood warnings and information, visit the Environment Agency website: www.gov.uk/check-flood-risk
Flood warnings still in place across the country as recent wet weather subsides
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