The Met Office has advised residents in 15 areas to consider preparing emergency kits as yellow weather warnings have been issued for parts of Wales. Tomorrow, up to 70mm of rain is expected in some regions, prompting concerns.
The initial yellow rain warning covers a stretch from Cardiff to Tenby and up to Merthyr Tydfill, lasting from 6am to 11pm the following day. The Met Office anticipates persistent and heavy rainfall in southwest Wales, with 30 to 40mm of rain expected widely and up to 50 to 70mm in the most affected areas.
In response to the forecast, the Met Office has urged individuals to assess their flood risk and prepare accordingly, emphasizing the importance of creating a flood plan and assembling an emergency flood kit. Additionally, they recommend gathering essential items such as torches, batteries, a mobile phone power pack, and other necessities to better handle potential power cuts.
A second warning is in place for parts of north-west Wales from 3am to 12pm, predicting widespread rainfall of 30 to 40mm, with localized areas possibly receiving 50 to 60mm within a six-hour period.
Wednesday’s weather forecast indicates a wet start for many regions in the UK, particularly in the west, with a gradual transition to drier and brighter conditions expected in parts of Scotland, Northern Ireland, and northern England. Breezy conditions are expected to persist.
Unsettled weather patterns are forecasted throughout the weekend, with windy and rainy conditions likely. This trend is anticipated to continue into the following week, with rain showers and strong winds expected across the country.
Looking ahead, the Met Office foresees a potential northwest-southeast weather split, with southern and eastern regions likely to experience further rain or showers due to low pressure influences. Conversely, northern and northwestern areas may see longer periods of dry weather, with a possibility of fog and frost. As the period progresses, a shift towards drier and settled conditions is anticipated, with temperatures gradually returning to average levels.