Met Office issue weather warnings with more ice and rain set to hit storm-battered regions
The Met Office has issued new weather warnings for ice and rain in parts of the south-west following flooding in the region from Storm Chandra.
In Devon and Cornwall, when temperatures drop below zero at night, wet ground and wet surfaces can start to become icy.
The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for ice for the whole of the south-west, Wales and much of Northern Ireland, warning of the risk of slips and ice on roads.
The warning, which was valid until 9 a.m. on Monday, was followed by a warning of heavy rain and possible flooding in the southwest from noon.
Up to 30-50mm of rainfall is expected on Dartmoor; 10-20 mm of rainfall is expected to accumulate in Devon, Cornwall, Dorset and Somerset.
According to the yellow warning, which is in effect until 09.00 in the morning on Tuesday, there is a low probability that homes and workplaces will be submerged, or life-threatening due to fast flowing or deep flooding.
This comes a week after Storm Chandra hit the region, causing schools to close due to adverse weather conditions and widespread disruption.
Following the flooding, Somerset Council said an estimated 50 properties were affected by flooding in Ilminster, West Coker, Taunton, Mudford and West Camel.
Met Office meteorologist Kathryn Chalk warned of more rain after a wet January and urged those in the south-west to be careful.
Temperatures will drop across the region, as well as western parts of Wales and Northern Ireland, and could drop below freezing overnight, the forecaster says.
This leaves the risk of frost and icy conditions on Monday, with fog and mist expected before more rain arrives.
“There is already a yellow rain warning in place so we could see further disruption and more flooding,” he added.
“So be careful and keep an eye on the forecast if you are in the southwest.
“Otherwise, when it comes to temperatures, it will be quite cold, especially towards the north and east, while the highest values towards the south will be up to 10 or 11 degrees.”
The Met Office’s five-day weather forecast is:
Sunday:
A very cloudy day with rain coming out for most people. Some of the rain may be showery and heavy across Wales and the west. Rain will move eastward throughout the day, then leave clear or even sunny skies in the west.
Sunday night:
Clouds and rain continue to move east, but it remains cloudy for most. Open spells to the west give way to regions of frost and fog. The cloud then moves back to the southwest.
Monday:
It’s been a cloudy start to the week for many, with light rain and showers. Initially the southwest is dry, but later more persistent rains follow.
Outlook from Tuesday to Thursday:
Unrest continues due to heavy rains or prolonged heavy rains affecting most regions and strong winds from time to time. Snow continues in the northern hills. Temperatures are below average in the north.
