Cumbria Hit by Torrential Rain as Amber and Yellow Alerts in Place

'Danger to life' live updates as amber rain warning issued in Wales

An amber rain warning has been issued for South Wales today

Cumbria hit by torrential rain as amber and yellow alerts in place

Emergency agencies were put on standby as the Met Office issued a yellow and amber weather warning for Cumbria.

Met Officer Amber weather warning as 'danger to life' risk prompts 'don't travel' plea - Birmingham Live

Six areas of South Wales are on alert as the Met Office issues an 18-hour amber warning for heavy rain and flooding, with "danger to life" a possibility from deep floodwater

Met Office issues 18-hour 'danger to life' warning with six areas put on alert

The Met Office has warned of heavy rain leading to travel disruption and flooding - which could cause damage to buildings, power cuts and 'danger to life'

Lake District braced for floods as amber rain alert is issued

Extensive rain with possible flooding continues across Cumbria and Wales as the Met Office issues Amber rain warnings.

After a month’s worth of rain fell on Cumbria over the weekend, persistent heavy rain continues to sweep across the UK under ongoing Amber and Yellow warnings. So, when will conditions finally ease enough to step out and enjoy the Christmas markets?Driven by a North Atlantic low-pressure system, an intense cold front carrying heavy rain is sweeping across the UK today. After soaking Scotland overnight, the rain is now pushing southeast into nort…