Flooding concerns remain but shift in weather patterns on the way
Summary
The UK is experiencing persistent wet weather, with 100 flood warnings across the country, mainly in England and Scotland. There is more rain expected, but a change to colder and potentially more stable weather is predicted later this week. Some areas, like Cornwall and County Down, have seen record levels of rain, causing significant flooding concerns.Key Facts
- There are 100 flood warnings in the UK, with 97 in England and 3 in Scotland.
- More rain is expected, with 5-10mm predicted for Tuesday night and Wednesday.
- Areas like Cornwall and County Down have recorded their wettest January.
- The main flood warnings focus on Dorset and Somerset due to river and groundwater flooding.
- Rivers Trent and Severn in the Midlands are also experiencing flooding.
- January has been especially wet, but not as wet as the winter of 2013-14.
- A high-pressure system over Scandinavia has been blocking low-pressure areas, causing the wet weather.
- The weather is expected to turn colder with potential snow in the north later this week.
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