England has had more than double its average February rainfall as downpours continue
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Police declared a critical incident in flood-hit south (Wales) overnight, as Storm Jorge brought heavy rain and strong winds in what is Britain’s fourth weekend of downpours.
February’s third named storm is forecast to bring rain, gales and snow, prompting weather warnings stretching from Cornwall to the north of (Scotland) and across to Northern Ireland.
South Wales fire and rescue service took 75 calls between 6pm on Friday and 6am on Saturday. Pontypridd, which was also flooded two weeks ago, and the Ely area of Cardiff are among the worst affected areas.
South Wales police said emergency services, local authorities and other organizations were working continuously to ensure the safety and welfare of those affected, minimise damage to infrastructure and property, and minimise disruption.
Supt Andy Kingdom said: “Indications are that the rain is set to stop and river levels will soon recede. There is still significant surface water and debris on the roads throughout the force area so we would advise people only to travel if absolutely necessary. ”
England has had more than double its average February rainfall, according to the Environment Agency, with some areas getting a month’s worth of rain in (hours.) )
There were six yellow weather warnings for rain, wind and snow in force across the country on Saturday morning.
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Heavy (# rain will clear to the east with showers following on. Watch out for (# ice) (in Northern Ireland) # StormJorge pic .twitter.com / JBUUPXDiNr (February) , A total of 85 flood warnings were in place across England and Wales, mostly in the south-west, along the English-Welsh border, and in Yorkshire.
Emma Salter, a Met Office forecaster, said rain was expected to continue until about 22 am, before sunshine dominated through the middle of the day. Snow would continue to fall, especially in the Scottish Highlands, where Salter said up to cm was predicted in some places.
The wind was also expected to be a factor, with gusts up to 120 mph expected in more exposed places in northern England and the Highlands.
Salter said the Met Office encouraged people to “slow down, plan ahead and look out for each other” during the cold and stormy weather.
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