Brits face 19 flood alerts as 80mm of rain to batter country
The flooding in Herefordshire last year caused lasting damage(Image: PA)
TL;DR
- Storm Austen is expected to bring high winds, heavy rain, and flooding to the UK.
- 19 areas are currently under flood alerts, with particular concern for the South Devon coast.
- Wind speeds could reach up to 90mph in the Southwest of England.
- Up to 80mm of rain is forecast for cities like Edinburgh.
- Disruptions to road, rail, air, and ferry services are possible.
- Power cuts and impacts on mobile phone coverage are also anticipated.
- A Red Warning has been issued for the Channel Islands, leading to school closures.
- Storm Boelo is forecast to affect Northern Ireland, Scotland, and parts of northern England over the weekend.