Severe Weather Brings Flooding and Disruption Across the UK on New Year’s Day

Heavy rain, strong winds, and snow have triggered travel chaos, event cancellations, and safety warnings as 2025 begins.

• The Met Office issued amber and yellow weather warnings for heavy rain, high winds, and snow across England, Wales, and Scotland, with some areas experiencing over 100mm of rainfall.
• Flooding has caused significant travel disruptions, including train cancellations and road closures, particularly in North-West England, Greater Manchester, and Cheshire.
• Edinburgh’s Hogmanay celebrations and several other New Year’s Eve events were canceled due to safety concerns, while London proceeded with its fireworks display despite the adverse weather.
• Blizzards and heavy snow in the Scottish Highlands have led to road closures and warnings of hazardous travel conditions, with up to 20cm of snow expected in higher elevations.
• The Environment Agency and emergency services are urging residents to avoid flooded areas and swollen rivers, warning of potential power outages and isolated communities.

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