Flood Alert: Heavy Thunderstorms Set to Soak Southern England and Wales
Storm Warning From Saturday Night
A fresh wave of heavy, thundery rain is rolling in from the south coast on Saturday evening, hitting southern and central England plus Wales hard. The Met Office has issued a warning from 9pm Saturday through to 6pm Sunday. Areas affected stretch as far north as sheffield/" title="Sheffield" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Sheffield, and from Lincolnshire all the way to Tenby.
Rain Could Top 100mm – Floods and Travel Chaos Loom
Forecasters say some spots could get slammed with up to 100mm of rain overnight. This downpour risks localised flooding, power cuts, and chaos on the roads. Travel disruptions are likely, so plan ahead if you’re hitting the road. The Met Office warns the rainfall will vary wildly; some areas might see under 10mm, others between 40-60mm, and a few could brace for up to 100mm.
Already Soaked – Southern England and Wales on Edge
This latest surge follows heavy rain that battered parts of southern England and Wales through Thursday and Friday. The Met Office cautions that ground already saturated could worsen flooding risks in southern regions.
Northern England Enjoys a Breather
Meanwhile, northern England can expect dry, sunny spells this weekend. However, the unsettled weather will bring cooler, cloudier skies as next week approaches.
