Heavy rain and snow induced flooding, faculty closures, and journey disruptions in a number of areas of UK on Monday. Dozens of individuals have been rescued from flooded houses and vehicles, and lots of of colleges have been closed.
Floods reported in a number of areas
Flooding was reported in a number of areas, significantly in Leicestershire and Lincolnshire, the place main incidents have been declared. In rural areas, huge stretches of farmland have been submerged, with rows of hedges rising from muddy waters to mark subject boundaries. In Yalding, Kent, southeast of London, the Little Venice trailer park was surrounded by floodwaters.
Meanwhile, snow blanketed the hills of northern England and elements of Scotland, making a picturesque winter scene.
Much of the UK skilled sturdy winds and heavy rainfall main as much as New Year’s Day, disrupting fireworks shows and different celebrations. Since the beginning of the yr, a number of communities have been coping with vital flooding.
People rescued
Nearly 60 individuals have been rescued from flooded houses and automobiles in Leicestershire, in line with the hearth service. Emergency staff additionally rescued stranded youngsters from a college in Edenham, Lincolnshire.
In Great Glen, Leicestershire, a pub proprietor rescued a lady from her flooded automotive. Pub supervisor Luigi Salcini described the incident: “She began to drive however realized the automotive was deeper, and she or he began happening with the water. She began to scream, ‘Help,’ and we got here out, and Cimi went to rescue her.”
Police in North Yorkshire are investigating the dying of a person present in a flooded space close to the River Aire.
Transportation disruptions
Widespread transportation disruptions additionally occurred. Numerous practice strains have been closed or delayed on account of flooding and fallen timber. Sections of highways and main roads have been additionally closed.
Schools closed
Snow and ice induced faculty closures, primarily in northern England and elements of Scotland. Hundreds of colleges have been closed on the primary day of lessons in 2025.
Flood and snow warnings
By Monday afternoon, nearly 200 flood warnings have been issued in England. Snow and ice warnings remained in impact for a lot of the UK into Tuesday and thru Wednesday for southern England.
