Amber warning as Storm Claudia brings flooding risk
The Met Office has issued a rare amber weather warning as Storm Claudia threatens a month's rain in 24 hours, causing potential flooding and disruption across central and southern UK.
The Met Office has issued a rare amber weather warning as Storm Claudia threatens a month's rain in 24 hours, causing potential flooding and disruption across central and southern UK.
The Met Office issues an amber warning as Storm Claudia brings flooding risk. Households are urged to prepare an emergency kit with 9 essential items before midday Friday.
A 24-hour Met Office yellow warning for heavy rain is in place for Birmingham from Friday 6am, bringing flooding risks and travel disruption. Stay informed.
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The Met Office has issued a 24-hour yellow weather warning for the West Midlands, forecasting heavy rain and strong winds from Friday. Potential flooding and travel disruption expected. Stay informed.
Heavy rain overnight has caused significant flooding in Birmingham, leading to road closures, bus diversions, and motorway delays. Officials urge caution.
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Met Office issues severe weather warnings as torrential rain threatens widespread flooding and travel chaos across the UK with some areas facing up to 3cm of rainfall every hour.
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