London, Nov 15 – The UK Environment Agency said Saturday that although the storm‑related rain is easing, the risk of river flooding remains high across England. Storm Claudia’s heavy showers have already caused local disruptions, and the agency expects some rivers to stay high until at least Tuesday.
At noon on Saturday, the Met Office had lifted its rain and wind warnings. Yet the Environment Agency still flagged 58 flood warnings and 150 flood alerts, meaning flooding could still hit many areas. “We’ve seen 20 homes hit by water thanks to Claudia,” the agency said. “More than 12,000 properties have already been protected by flood defences and our crews are working hard to keep water out.”
On the ground, Environment Agency officers clear clogged trash screens, check river assets and raise temporary flood barriers where needed. “Our sympathies go to anyone who has been flooded,” said Joe Cuthbertson, Flood Duty Manager. “Even though only a few houses were affected, it’s devastating for those families. River levels can stay high for days, so we’ll be on the scene for a while.”
In South Wales, the Fire and Rescue Service declared a major incident after flooding widened across Monmouth and nearby towns. The alarm went up at 1:30 am, and firefighters, police, ambulance crews and other responders moved residents to safety. Matt Jones, the service’s Area Manager, called the flooding “significant.” Fast‑moving water and blocked roads still make rescue work tough, the service reported.
The agency urged residents to stay alert to local flood watches. While the worst of the storm has passed, the weather is still unsettled, and more rain is expected across Britain and Ireland early this weekend. The Environment Agency says they will keep checking river levels and will step up flood barriers if needed.
Residents in high‑risk areas should monitor their local flood warning sites, keep an emergency kit ready, and follow advice from local councils. The Environment Agency, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs and local authorities are working together to support affected communities and keep flooding under control.
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