The UK is bracing for more heavy rain this Thursday as recovery efforts continue from recent flash flooding.
On Monday, parts of the UK experienced rainfall exceeding their monthly averages. South Newington in Oxfordshire recorded a staggering 111.4mm of rain, more than double the norm, according to the Met Office.
Regions like Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, and Warwickshire were severely affected, leading to road closures and rail service disruptions. As of Tuesday morning, 26 flood warnings and 71 flood alerts were in effect across England.
The A421 in Bedfordshire remains closed due to severe flooding, and National Highways has no estimated time for reopening. The northbound A5 near Milton Keynes was also shut temporarily due to high water levels.
Flood warnings are in effect; roads and rail services are disrupted across affected areas.Train services are impacted as well. London Northwestern Railway’s Marston Vale line between Bedford and Bletchley is suspended until September 30, while Chiltern Railways has reduced speeds on routes between Banbury and Bicester North.
There’s a brief respite expected on Tuesday and Wednesday with drier conditions but be prepared for another wave of heavy rain on Thursday. A yellow weather warning is in place for much of north-east England, indicating that rain could cause some disruption throughout the day.
The Met Office’s Oli Claydon notes that Tuesday will see drier weather with some rain moving south from northern Scotland. Temperatures are expected to drop, with possible air frost in rural southern Scotland tonight.
Wednesday will start with showers in southern England, but will largely clear by the afternoon.
Thursday’s low-pressure system is anticipated to bring between 20 and 30mm of rain widely, with some areas, including the Pennines and North York Moors, potentially seeing 80-100mm. Following this, temperatures are set to fall below average by Friday.
Stay tuned for further updates and take necessary precautions to stay safe in the adverse weather conditions.