Summary
Storm Chandra has caused widespread flooding and some road closures across the UK. Various regions are under weather warnings for strong winds and heavy rain, with some areas also facing snow. Schools in different parts of the UK have closed, and there have been disruptions to travel services like trains and flights.
Key Facts
- Storm Chandra is the third named storm this year in the UK.
- It has caused road, rail, ferry, and flight disruptions.
- Some schools in England and Northern Ireland are closed due to the storm.
- There are yellow warnings for wind, rain, and snow across England, Scotland, and Wales.
- An amber warning for wind is in the east of Northern Ireland.
- Flooding is happening in many areas, with the south-west of England especially affected.
- A severe flood warning, indicating a danger to life, is in Upper Frome, Dorchester.
- Up to 20cm of snow is expected in higher areas, causing road closures like the A66.
