Storm Chandra: severe flood warning in Devon as more rain and wind hits UK
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Storm Chandra brought heavy rain and strong winds to the UK, prompting a red flood warning for Ottery St Mary in Devon due to the risk of severe flooding from the River Otter on Tuesday. The Environment Agency, emergency services, and local authorities are assisting residents. Almost 100 flood warnings and nearly 200 flood alerts were in place across England, with 17 alerts in Wales. The storm caused travel disruptions, including the closure of the M48 Severn Crossing and road closures in Dorset, Somerset, and east Devon. Amber weather warnings for rain were issued for parts of southwest England, and an amber warning for wind was in effect for parts of Northern Ireland, with potential for severe gales. Snow was predicted for higher ground in northern UK, and rail operators advised travelers to check routes due to potential service disruptions.
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