UK Flood and Extreme Weather Preparedness Issues

Severe flooding and snow have wreaked havoc across the UK, prompting travel disruptions and school closures, with 198 flood warnings and 300 alerts in place. A yellow weather warning now covers London, southern England, and parts of Wales, as heavy rainfall is expected to persist for the next 10 days. Experts emphasize the need for proactive measures to enhance flood preparedness, citing recent fatalities linked to severe weather events. Continuous rainfall has marked 2026 as the wettest winter, further complicating the situation.