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Severe Flooding Alert: Up to 200mm Rain Predicted!

12/17/2025

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  • The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for South Wales predicting up to 100 mm of rain.
  • The Met Office warns Cumbria may see more than 200 mm of rain in 48 hours.
  • The Environment Agency warns of significant surface water flooding and advises against driving through floodwaters.
  • Rain is expected to persist and cause travel disruptions and flooding across northern England and Wales.