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Record River Levels in Wales as Storm Claudia Floods Parts of UK and Ireland

Authorities report more than 200 flood alerts with deployments that protected about 12,000 properties.

Overview

  • In Monmouth, dozens were rescued or evacuated after the River Monnow hit a record level and overflowed into the town center.
  • The Environment Agency listed more than 200 flood alerts, reported roughly 20 homes inundated, and said about 12,000 properties were shielded by temporary barriers.
  • The Met Office recorded 119.6 mm of rain at Tafalog in Gwent and 80.6 mm at Suckley from late Thursday to early Saturday.
  • High winds toppled trees, blocked roads, cut electricity to thousands, and forced suspensions on several rail lines.
  • Officials declared a serious incident in Monmouth, opened a local sports hall for evacuees, urged residents to avoid travel, and Ireland reported flooding and more than 3,000 power outages in County Wexford.