UPDATE: The Met Office has just issued an urgent 11-hour yellow weather warning for rain affecting 16 areas of Wales today, raising alarms about potential flooding of homes and businesses. This warning is in effect from 8 am to 7 pm as heavy rain is expected to sweep across southern Wales.
Affected areas include Blaenau Gwent, Bridgend, Caerphilly, Cardiff, Carmarthenshire, Ceredigion, Merthyr Tydfil, Monmouthshire, Neath Port Talbot, Newport, Pembrokeshire, Powys, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Swansea, Torfaen, and Vale of Glamorgan. Authorities warn that homes and businesses could be at risk of flooding, with road spray and flooding likely to cause significant travel delays.
The Met Office states that a band of rain, heavy at times, will move slowly eastwards today, dropping between 10-20 mm of rain widely, and up to 35-45 mm in some areas, particularly on higher ground. The forecast adds that bus and train services may face disruptions, leading to longer journey times for commuters and rugby fans heading to Cardiff for the match against Argentina at the Principality Stadium.
Residents in affected areas are urged to prepare for potential flooding. The Met Office recommends checking if your property is at risk and preparing a flood plan along with an emergency flood kit. “Check road conditions if driving and verify bus and train timetables. Amend your travel plans if necessary,” they advise.
As Wales braces for the storm, many will attend remembrance services across the country this morning. A forecast for the day indicates a dry start with some sunny spells, but rain will quickly move in from the far west. Expect heavy rain in the afternoon, with maximum temperatures reaching 14 °C.
Tonight, the rain is expected to persist, turning heavy at times, before gradually clearing to the north overnight. Many areas should see clearer skies by dawn, with a minimum temperature of 8 °C.
This severe weather alert follows recent flooding that submerged parts of Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire just days ago, leading to evacuations and school closures. The situation is developing rapidly, and residents are urged to stay informed as conditions change.
For further updates, keep an eye on local forecasts and the Met Office’s official channels.
