Suffolk Declares Major Incident Amid Catastrophic Flooding
Suffolk is in crisis as relentless heavy rain triggers severe flooding and perilous road conditions. Chief Fire Officer Jon Lacey has hit out at unnecessary journeys, urging locals to travel only for vital reasons — like picking up kids, getting medical care, or heading home from work.
This crackdown on non-essential travel aims to keep people safe and ease the burden on emergency crews battling the chaos.
Mass Evacuations in Angus as Storm Babet Tears Through Scotland
Meanwhile, Angus Council is scrambling amid widespread devastation. Evacuations are underway in Monifieth, with evacuees moved to a rest centre near Dundee. Earlier, 60 households were rescued from Brechin’s floodwaters.
- 50+ people shelter at Brechin rest centre
- 17 housed in Montrose
- 9 taking refuge in Forfar
Authorities are on edge, considering calling in the military to help tackle the mounting crisis.
Storm Babet Claims Lives, Triggers Emergency Response
In tragic news, Angus Council confirmed the deaths of a woman and a man in the flood-hit zones. The storm has ripped through Angus and Aberdeenshire with shocking force, leaving communities devastated.
“Three rest centres have been operational since yesterday, doing vital work,” said Graeme Dailly, Angus Council’s environment director, speaking from a packed Brechin rest centre.
“Avoid travel unless absolutely essential. Your safety is our top priority,” he added, warning of a fresh red weather alert kicking in at midnight.
Stay Safe, Stay Put
As Storm Babet continues to batter parts of the UK, the message is clear: only essential travel, stay indoors, and heed all warnings. Emergency services are stretched thin but fighting tirelessly to protect residents and mitigate damage.
