There are flood warnings in place across areas of London as downfalls continue.
A flood warning is in place in Chertsey, which means flooding is expected according to the Environment Agency (EA).
There are flood alerts along the Lower River Colne and Frays River near Heathrow, the River Thames from Shepperton to Molesey and from Datchet to Shepperton Green. The EA says a flood alert means flooding is possible and people should prepare.
This comes after a record-breaking month of rain in January, which was the wettest on record for some areas in the UK according to the Met Office.
The Met Office said many people feel this winter has been “stuck on repeat” with the wet and windy weather.
Simon Partridge, the Met Office Senior Operational Meteorologist, said “the weather is set to remain unsettled throughout the remainder of the week.”
“Further rainfall warnings are likely as the week progresses” he went on, adding “there is currently no sign of any prolonged dry weather for the next seven to 10 days.”
The government advises that if a flood alert is issued, people should follow their flood plan, have insurance documents and medication ready and avoid travelling through flood water.
Advice for a flood warning is slightly different. The government asks people should move to a safe space such as higher ground and turn off the gas, electricity and water in your home. They should also put flood protection equipment in place and follow the instructions of emergency services.
Other disruptions across the capital
Rail disruption is affecting London-bound trains this evening, with National rail warning passengers to expect potential delays and cancellations till the end of the day.
Southern, Gatwick and Thameslink trains are named amongst the affected. This is due to rail safety inspections which took place earlier today.
Thameslink says that journeys between East Croydon and London Bridge may take up to 20 minutes longer than usual due to a signalling fault.
Due to the signal failure, trains heading North to London Bridge (via Tulse Hill) will start from Selhurst instead of East Croydon or could be cancelled.
Tickets are being accepted on alternative routes and services, including London buses, Underground stations and trams.
Rail operators are advising passengers to allow extra time for journeys and use the live map of the network when planning travel routes.
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There are flood warnings in place across areas of London as downfalls continue.
A flood warning is in place in Chertsey, which means flooding is expected according to the Environment Agency (EA).
There are flood alerts along the Lower River Colne and Frays River near Heathrow, the River Thames from Shepperton to Molesey and from Datchet to Shepperton Green. The EA says a flood alert means flooding is possible and people should prepare.
This comes after a record-breaking month of rain in January, which was the wettest on record for some areas in the UK according to the Met Office.
The Met Office said many people feel this winter has been “stuck on repeat” with the wet and windy weather.
Simon Partridge, the Met Office Senior Operational Meteorologist, said “the weather is set to remain unsettled throughout the remainder of the week.”
“Further rainfall warnings are likely as the week progresses” he went on, adding “there is currently no sign of any prolonged dry weather for the next seven to 10 days.”
The government advises that if a flood alert is issued, people should follow their flood plan, have insurance documents and medication ready and avoid travelling through flood water.
Advice for a flood warning is slightly different. The government asks people should move to a safe space such as higher ground and turn off the gas, electricity and water in your home. They should also put flood protection equipment in place and follow the instructions of emergency services.
Other disruptions across the capital
Rail disruption is affecting London-bound trains this evening, with National rail warning passengers to expect potential delays and cancellations till the end of the day.
Southern, Gatwick and Thameslink trains are named amongst the affected. This is due to rail safety inspections which took place earlier today.
Thameslink says that journeys between East Croydon and London Bridge may take up to 20 minutes longer than usual due to a signalling fault.
Due to the signal failure, trains heading North to London Bridge (via Tulse Hill) will start from Selhurst instead of East Croydon or could be cancelled.
Tickets are being accepted on alternative routes and services, including London buses, Underground stations and trams.
Rail operators are advising passengers to allow extra time for journeys and use the live map of the network when planning travel routes.
