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Flooding hits Birmingham as storm warnings cover much of England and Wales
West Midlands Fire Service said crews were called to significant flooding as forecasters warned of up to 75mm of rain in some areas.
- West Midlands Fire Service confirmed responding to "significant flooding" in Birmingham's Perry Barr area on Wednesday night after rising river levels triggered flood warnings, supported by West Midlands Police and Birmingham City Council.
- Thunderstorm warnings cover much of England and Wales as persistent dry conditions left ground hard, increasing flash flood risks following five heatwaves that swept the country earlier this summer.
- Met Office forecaster Craig Snell warned the South East could see 30-40mm of rainfall, while other areas face up to 75mm; the Environment Agency issued 22 flooding alerts across the Midlands and South East.
- Spray and sudden flooding could create difficult driving conditions and road closures; Birmingham City Council advised residents to "take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water."
- Unsettled weather will continue through the bank holiday weekend with sunny spells mixed with showers, as temperatures drop to 24 or 25C on Friday before cooling to 22 or 23C by Monday.
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Severe thunderstorms and up to 75 millimetres of rain could hit Britain, with meteorologists warning of flash floods and serious disruption.
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Thunderstorms to strike across England and Wales over next 48 hours with 'significant' heavy rain
Yellow warnings for thunderstorms have been issued for parts of England and Wales this week as warm and humid conditions bring a chance of heavy showers, thunderstorms and longer spells of rain. The Met Office has forecast "significant" rainfall and thunderstorms throughout today and tomorrow, following a prolonged period of insufficient rainfall - placing much of the UK in drought conditions.Many areas are expected to see continued warm and dry…
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L 37%
C 27%
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