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UK Faces Flood Risks Amid Unseasonably Warm Temperatures

1/13/2026

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Temperatures in the United Kingdom are higher than in Athens, with Plymouth at 12°C and London at 9°C.
This follows a cold snap and severe weather from Storm Goretti, which caused flight cancellations and power outages.
As temperatures rise, Scotland faces flood risk from melting snow and heavy rainfall.
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency has issued 19 flood warnings and 12 alerts, and authorities urge vigilance.

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Story summary

Temperatures in the United Kingdom are higher than in Athens, with Plymouth at 12°C and London at 9°C.
This follows a cold snap and severe weather from Storm Goretti, which caused flight cancellations and power outages.
As temperatures rise, Scotland faces flood risk from melting snow and heavy rainfall.
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency has issued 19 flood warnings and 12 alerts, and authorities urge vigilance.