Bridges have been inspected for safety across northeastScotlandafterheavy raincausedsevere floodingin parts of the region.
Video and images posted onsocial mediashowed water rushing through streets and wrecking havocs, causing power cuts in some areas and a bridge collapse.
The adverse weather came as forecaster warned that up to 70 mm of rain could fall over the highest parts ofEnglandandWaleson Sunday.
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Aberdeenshire Council also shut some roads in the region and warned drivers not to ignore road closure signs.
The council said two cars became trapped in flood water after they ignored closure signs at Palmer Cove on Saturday night.
Fraserburgh, Turriff and Banff were some of the areas which were severely affected by the rain.
Jim Savege, Aberdeenshire Council’s chief executive, tweeted: “Thoughts are with all communities affected by the heavy rain and flooding in North Aberdeenshire yesterday.
“Thanks to everyone who has been out helping deal with the damage – big team effort.”
Most of the roads which had been hit by the adverse weather have since reopened.
TheEnvironment Agencyhad 58 flood warnings in place for the UK on Sunday afternoon, with 164 alerts also in place.
Those concerned about the risk to their area are urged to check the Environment Agency website for more information.
“Monday is going to start off pretty fine for most places, however a system is going to come in through the day reaching southwest England and Wales by 10 am tomorrow morning and spreading eastwards as we go through the day. ”Alex Burkill, a meteorologist at theMet Office, said.
“By evening rush hour, much of England and Wales will be pretty wet.”
Mr Burkill added that Scotland is expected to be spared the heaviest rain tomorrow and should see a “fairly dry day”.
Police forces in England and Wales have warned drivers to take care on slippery and potentially treacherous roads, and rail passengers are advised to check their route for delays before traveling.
Agencies contributed to this report
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