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Flood Warnings Issued Across England Amid Easter Weekend Downpours

Heavy rainfall and flooding disrupt travel plans for millions, with the south of England and parts of Wales most affected.

  • 10 flood warnings and 112 flood alerts are in place across England, with properties and roads in Somerset at risk.
  • Heavy rain forecasted to continue on Monday, heightening the risk of localised flooding in the south of England.
  • Over 2 million leisure journeys expected by car on Easter Monday, with significant delays anticipated.
  • Met Office advises drivers to reduce speeds and increase braking distance due to slippery road surfaces.
  • Unsettled weather outlook to persist beyond the long weekend, with low pressure and spells of heavy rain likely.
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