Widespread Flooding in Britain Due to Storm Bert
Storm Bert brought intense winds and heavy rainfall to much of Britain once more on Sunday, leading to "devastating" flooding, especially in Wales, as approximately 100 flood alerts were issued across the country, according to authorities.
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Strong winds and heavy rain from storm Bert struck much of Britain again on Sunday, resulting in "devastating" flooding, particularly in Wales. Authorities reported approximately 100 flood alerts in place nationwide.
In the Rhondda Cynon Taf county of south Wales, a local councillor indicated that 200 to 300 homes and buildings were flooded, leading officials to declare a "major incident" in the region.
A body was recovered near the river Conwy during search operations for a 75-year-old man who went missing on Saturday while walking his dog, according to Welsh police. The identity of the victim has not yet been officially confirmed.
On British roads, at least three fatalities were reported on Saturday, although these incidents could not be immediately associated with the severe weather. One victim, approximately 60 years old, died in Hampshire when a branch fell on his car.
Eluned Morgan, Wales's First Minister, remarked that the effects of the flooding had been "absolutely devastating" in the county, where nearly 80 percent of the typical November rainfall fell within just 48 hours.
Storm Bert began to impact Britain and Ireland overnight from Saturday to Sunday, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and snow that disrupted transport links and left thousands of properties without power.
As of Sunday, about 100 flood warnings remained active across England, Scotland, and Wales, resulting in road closures and train cancellations.
According to the Environment Agency, around 80 properties in England experienced flooding. Regions on high alert included "the South West, the West Midlands, and the Calder Valley in the North of England due to heavy rain and recent snowmelt," as noted by an agency spokesperson.
While the risk of flooding is expected to decrease, it will remain a concern in some areas of England until Tuesday.
The storm generated wind gusts reaching up to 110 kilometers per hour, prompting the temporary closure of some parks and tourist attractions in London on Sunday.
Navid Kalantari contributed to this report for TROIB News
In the Rhondda Cynon Taf county of south Wales, a local councillor indicated that 200 to 300 homes and buildings were flooded, leading officials to declare a "major incident" in the region.
A body was recovered near the river Conwy during search operations for a 75-year-old man who went missing on Saturday while walking his dog, according to Welsh police. The identity of the victim has not yet been officially confirmed.
On British roads, at least three fatalities were reported on Saturday, although these incidents could not be immediately associated with the severe weather. One victim, approximately 60 years old, died in Hampshire when a branch fell on his car.
Eluned Morgan, Wales's First Minister, remarked that the effects of the flooding had been "absolutely devastating" in the county, where nearly 80 percent of the typical November rainfall fell within just 48 hours.
Storm Bert began to impact Britain and Ireland overnight from Saturday to Sunday, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and snow that disrupted transport links and left thousands of properties without power.
As of Sunday, about 100 flood warnings remained active across England, Scotland, and Wales, resulting in road closures and train cancellations.
According to the Environment Agency, around 80 properties in England experienced flooding. Regions on high alert included "the South West, the West Midlands, and the Calder Valley in the North of England due to heavy rain and recent snowmelt," as noted by an agency spokesperson.
While the risk of flooding is expected to decrease, it will remain a concern in some areas of England until Tuesday.
The storm generated wind gusts reaching up to 110 kilometers per hour, prompting the temporary closure of some parks and tourist attractions in London on Sunday.
Navid Kalantari contributed to this report for TROIB News
