As Storm Chandra brings heavy rain and strong winds to various parts of the UK, thousands are bracing for a potentially disastrous impact from flooding across England, Wales, and southwest England.
Heavy downpour has caused widespread disruptions, with almost 100 flood warnings issued in England alone. The Environment Agency has warned that saturated ground is at risk of bursting its banks, posing a significant threat to homes and businesses. Meanwhile, nearly 200 alerts – signifying potential flooding – have been put in place across the country.
The situation is particularly dire in southwest England, where a red flood warning has been issued for a river due to "danger to life." This urgent alert advises residents to take immediate action to protect themselves from the rising water.
We want to hear from you – how has Storm Chandra affected your community? Have you experienced flooding, power outages, or disruptions in your daily life?
Your safety is paramount. When sharing your story, please prioritize your well-being and that of those around you. The unpredictability of extreme weather events can pose serious risks.
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We will continue to monitor the situation and bring updates as necessary. For now, we urge everyone in flood-affected areas to stay vigilant and follow all instructions from local authorities.
Heavy downpour has caused widespread disruptions, with almost 100 flood warnings issued in England alone. The Environment Agency has warned that saturated ground is at risk of bursting its banks, posing a significant threat to homes and businesses. Meanwhile, nearly 200 alerts – signifying potential flooding – have been put in place across the country.
The situation is particularly dire in southwest England, where a red flood warning has been issued for a river due to "danger to life." This urgent alert advises residents to take immediate action to protect themselves from the rising water.
We want to hear from you – how has Storm Chandra affected your community? Have you experienced flooding, power outages, or disruptions in your daily life?
Your safety is paramount. When sharing your story, please prioritize your well-being and that of those around you. The unpredictability of extreme weather events can pose serious risks.
If you're having trouble using the online form to share your story, click here for assistance. Be sure to review our terms of service and privacy policy before submitting any content.
We will continue to monitor the situation and bring updates as necessary. For now, we urge everyone in flood-affected areas to stay vigilant and follow all instructions from local authorities.
my heart goes out to them. the weather forecast was talking about this storm but i didnt think it would get that bad 
im sure many businesses are going to lose a lot of money due to the flood warnings, hopefully the government can provide some support. also its crazy how nature can just take over like that 
anyone experiencing flooding has my sympathy and i hope everyone stays safe 
. But seriously, I hope everyone in flood-prone areas is being super cautious and following all safety guidelines. It's crazy how quickly things can go from "just a bit of rain" to a full-on disaster situation 
my aunt's house is by a river and the neighbors are worried about their homes 
stay safe everyone
meanwhile our local pub which has been a staple in the community just got flooded and it's heartbreaking to think about all those memories being ruined. How are people supposed to cope with this kind of disaster?! 
Back in my day... we didn't have all these weather warnings and whatnot, but I guess times have changed.
. The rain is so intense it's like a never-ending shower 
. My family and I are staying indoors, playing board games to pass the time 
. We're all safe for now, but I feel bad for those who might be losing power or their homes 
. The news pics of flooded streets are heartbreaking 
. Please keep us updated on the situation! 
#StormChandra #FloodWarning #StaySafe
. Don't get me wrong, our emergency services do an amazing job responding to these situations, but it's still scary seeing all the flood warnings and alerts pop up on my phone 
. I mean, it's not like we haven't seen this before, but you never know what can happen when Mother Nature gets a little too feisty 
. Still, fingers crossed for all those affected, sending some positive vibes their way 
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. My heart goes out to those affected, esp in southwest England - the red flood warning is like, super serious 
. Please do stay safe & follow all instructions from local authorities, 'cause we don't want anyone getting hurt 
. I'm keeping my fingers crossed that the weather subsides soon & everyone can get back to normal life 
. We need to look out for each other during these crazy storms, especially when it comes to those who might be most vulnerable 
? I'm literally glued to the news and trying not to lose any bits of my sanity over here. Flood warnings are like, super serious, but seriously, how do we even prepare for this kind of thing?! Like, does anyone have a "flood insurance" option on Netflix or something? 
On a more serious note, gotta feel for those affected by the floods. Hope everyone stays safe and dry (if that's even possible right now) 
. I hope everyone stays safe and gets the help they need. 200 alerts? That's crazy! Should be a wake-up call for all of us to take climate change seriously 
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. I mean, yes, flooding can be super serious and scary 
But then again, what if someone's house is literally on the verge of collapsing because of the rain? 
can't believe almost 100 flood warnings in england alone that's crazy! been stuck indoors for days already got a neighbor whose roof is literally collapsing 
. Overall, fingers crossed for everyone affected by this storm 
Just saying, I need more than just a pretty picture to get my anxiety going 
My family has a backup plan just in case we need to evacuate, but still, it's scary for everyone who might not be prepared