The Met Office is forecasting a period of persistent rain for south Wales later on Saturday 28th July, spreading eastwards across central and southern parts of England during Sunday morning (29th July). The rain will be locally heavy with up to 30mm in places, but hills exposed to the southwest could see 40mm of rain. The period of rain is expected to last for 6-9 hours at any one location before clearing away eastwards. The Environment Agency is warning that everywhere in England and Wales is currently saturated and there is the risk that any further heavy rainfall will run off the ground and go straight into the rivers. As a result, we could see the levels in watercourses responding very quickly, so we urge people to remain vigilant as the unsettled period of weather is set to continue. There is also the possibility of flash flooding caused by surface water. We remind everyone to stay aware of weather forecasts through www.metoffice.gov.uk and local TV and radio bulletins as well as calling the free Floodline service on 0845 988 1188. Updates on latest flood warning situation are also available online at: www.environment-agency.gov.uk/flood.
Issued at: 1053 Fri 27 Jul
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