London, England – Large areas of Britain have been hit by torrential rain and strong winds, prompting authorities to issue more than 100 flood warnings across the country. This follows Storm Gorty, which battered coastal and inland areas in recent hours.
Authorities have reported that the rainfall has caused rivers to overflow and flooded roads and low-lying residential areas, particularly in southern England, Wales, and parts of Scotland. The severe weather is expected to continue in the coming hours.
The UK Met Office warned citizens of the dangers of travel. It urged people to avoid flood-prone areas, as strong winds disrupted train services, closed some roads, and caused power outages in limited areas.
Emergency teams confirmed they were on high alert. They announced the deployment of rescue equipment and the possibility of evacuating residents from the most affected areas. They stressed the importance of following official instructions to protect lives and property.
This storm is part of a wave of severe weather affecting Britain. This wave comes amid warnings from experts about the increasing frequency of extreme weather and the growing pressure it places on infrastructure and drainage systems.
