The Met Office has issued weather warnings as Storm Chandra brings torrential rain and high winds to parts of the UK, with significant flooding expected in south-west England. Amber warnings are in place for rain in south-west England and wind on the eastern coast of Northern Ireland, with travel disruption likely.
Heavy rain is forecast to fall on already saturated ground, with 30-50mm expected widely and up to 60-80mm over higher ground in Devon. Gusts of up to 75mph could affect eastern parts of Northern Ireland. Yellow warnings for snow have been issued for Scotland and northern England, with up to 10-20cm possible above 500 metres.
The Environment Agency had 21 flood warnings and 99 flood alerts in place by Monday morning, with Natural Resources Wales issuing two flood alerts. The agency's flood duty manager urged people not to drive through flood water, as 30cm of flowing water can float a car.
Cornwall council advised residents in flood-risk areas to protect their property, while the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents called for avoiding unnecessary travel in amber warning areas.
