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Storm Bram Strikes Somerset with 26 Flood Alerts Issued

Storm Bram has battered Somerset, prompting the issuance of 26 flood alerts across the region. Authorities have also put out two weather warnings in response to the escalating threat posed by heavy rainfall and strong winds. …

By Charles Bowser · · 1 min read

Stormbram

Storm Bram Strikes Somerset, Triggering 26 Flood Alerts

Storm Bram has firmly impacted Somerset, leading to a significant rise in flood alerts across the region. Officials have raised 26 flood alerts, signaling potential flooding and urging residents to stay vigilant. In response …

By Tommy Wathen · · 1 min read

Cheddar

Cheddar Gorge Flooded by Storm Claudia, Gough's Cave Closed

Storm Claudia’s heavy rainfall has caused significant flooding at Cheddar Gorge, leading to the temporary closure of Gough’s Cave, the largest and most popular show cave in the area. Overnight downpours drenched the South …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Flooding

Interactive Map Reveals Storm Claudia Flood Risk Areas

Somerset and numerous other communities across England face flood alerts today (Friday) due to Storm Claudia’s relentless heavy rainfall expected to persist over the next 24 hours. Currently, there are 100 flood alerts across …

By Tommy Wathen · · 3 min read

Uk

UK Poised for One of Its Warmest Summers on Record in 2025

Provisional data from the Met Office indicates that summer 2025 could become one of the warmest on record in the UK. Between June 1 and August 17, the average temperature has reached 16.2°C—an impressive 1.6°C above the …

By Charles Bowser · · 3 min read

Britain

Anticipated 'mini-heatwave' to bring 21C warmth to Somerset

Weather forecasters predict a ‘mini-heatwave’ for Britain in the coming week, following a period of dreary, rainy weather. Varied conditions marked the Easter bank holiday weekend, with dry spells in eastern regions since …

By Charles Bowser · · 2 min read

Somerset

Flood Alerts and Road Closures in Somerset: Stay Informed

Heavy rainfall has led to a number of roads being closed across Somerset due to flooding. Local authorities have issued flood alerts and are urging residents to stay informed about the situation. It is important to plan …

By James Robinson · · 1 min read

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MP Urges Environmental Action on Exmoor Rivers

MP Ian Liddell-Grainger is calling on the Environment Agency to begin a thorough clean-up of Exmoor rivers in response to months of unprecedented rainfall. He warns that leaving river beds strewn with trees and other debris …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read