Parts of the UK are bracing for more heavy rain following flash flooding that caused damage to homes and disrupted travel. A yellow weather warning has been issued for Thursday as the country recovers from the effects of heavy rainfall. On Monday, some areas experienced over twice the average monthly rainfall, with South Newington in Oxfordshire recording 111.4mm, according to the Met Office. Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire, and Warwickshire were among the worst-hit regions, with road closures and rail disruptions reported.
The Environment Agency issued 26 flood warnings and 71 flood alerts across England on Tuesday, indicating expected and possible flooding. The impact of the severe weather is still being felt, with the A421 in Bedfordshire expected to remain closed due to flooding. Train services have also been affected, with London Northwestern Railway and Chiltern Railways reporting disruptions.
While a temporary reprieve from heavy rain is expected on Tuesday and Wednesday, a yellow warning has been issued for Thursday in the northeast of England. The Met Office forecasts between 20-30mm of rain in many areas, with some locations possibly receiving 50-70mm. Colder temperatures are anticipated for the upcoming days, with the potential for air frost in rural areas of southern Scotland.
Although Wednesday is expected to be mainly dry, an area of low pressure is forecast to move in on Thursday, causing the yellow weather warning. The Pennines and North York Moors could see between 80-100mm of rain. Despite the challenging weather conditions, the areas covered by the warning differ from those most affected by recent flooding. In addition, temperatures across the UK are projected to drop below average on Friday.