Persistent storms and heavy rainfall are overwhelming drainage systems, isolating villages, and damaging roads across rural UK. Communities report infrastructure struggles amid climate change impacts.
Analysis by Aviva indicates 11% of homes built in England from 2022 to 2024 are in flood-prone areas, with experts warning of a future scandal as climate risks escalate.
A new study by Aviva finds that one in nine new homes in England were constructed in flood-prone areas between 2022 and 2024, with the trend rising. Experts warn of increased risks due to climate change and call for stricter planning regulations.
France has declared red flood alerts in three departments following 'exceptional' rainfall from Storm Nils, causing severe flooding along the Garonne, Maine, and Loire rivers.
Experts warn of persistent groundwater flooding across southern England, with saturated soils and record river levels posing an invisible threat to homes for months ahead.
A deep low-pressure system has brought heavy rain, gale-force winds, and dangerous coastal swells to New Zealand's North Island, triggering evacuations and infrastructure damage. The storm follows days of flooding that claimed one life.
The Environment Agency issues 75 flood warnings and 206 alerts across England as freezing conditions persist, with a yellow ice warning in effect for eastern Scotland and north-east England.
The Environment Agency has issued 73 flood warnings across England as relentless rainfall continues, with snow forecast for northern regions and no relief expected next week.
New Zealand officials warn of further flooding on the North Island after heavy rains caused power outages, road collapses, and a fatality, with severe weather expected to peak late Sunday.
From thatchers in Devon to gardeners in London, relentless rain and storms are crippling businesses and damaging crops across the UK, with experts warning of a prolonged climate-driven disaster.
Storm Nils has caused two fatalities in France, with 450,000 people still without electricity. Meteo-France warns of 'uncommon strength' and high flood alerts in southwestern regions.
As extreme weather batters Britain with hundreds of flood warnings, experts warn systemic failures leave millions vulnerable. Discover why flood resilience remains inadequate nationwide.
Vehicles left stranded in a flooded ford in Thurlaston, Leicestershire, as persistent UK rainfall causes widespread disruption to transport, agriculture, and daily life across multiple regions.
Hundreds of homes flooded across the UK as relentless rain persists, with over 300 properties affected and 178 flood alerts in force. Meteorologists warn of no immediate end to the extreme weather pattern.
Persistent rainfall across the UK has caused widespread flooding, disrupted farming and construction, and damaged roads and homes, with some areas experiencing 40 consecutive days of rain.
Record rainfall and persistent flooding across England and Wales expose weaknesses in national flood defences, with experts warning of escalating climate risks requiring urgent investment and proactive adaptation strategies.
The UK faces relentless rainfall with over 100 flood warnings active. Scientists link the extreme weather to climate change and shifting jet streams affecting Europe.
More than 100 flood warnings are in place across the UK, with heavy rain expected to cause further disruption. The Met Office warns of saturated ground and travel issues.
Storm Marta brings fresh torrential rain to Spain and Portugal, killing two people, following deadly Storms Kristin and Leonardo. Heavy rainfall also expected in South Africa and Lesotho, while Japan and Korea experience unusually cold weather with snowfa
The UK faces severe flooding with over 100 warnings issued by the Met Office. Heavy rain is forecast for southern England and Wales, with up to 30mm expected in some areas.
Residents in Ubrique, Andalucía, watched as torrential rainwater flooded streets amid Storm Marta, part of a series of severe weather events across Spain.
England and Wales face fresh downpours with over 200 flood alerts active. Met Office issues yellow warning as communities recover from Storm Chandra flooding.
The UK faces a biblical start to 2026 with 40 consecutive days of rain, prompting a new Met Office warning for heavy rainfall in the south-west, amid over 200 flood alerts.
The Met Office issues a yellow weather warning for heavy rain across southwest England and South Wales, with over 300 flood alerts and warnings active nationwide.
Dozens of flood warnings remain active across Britain as the Met Office forecasts continued rainfall, extending the UK's 37-day wet spell with significant impacts in south-west England and the Midlands.
The Environment Agency has issued almost 100 flood warnings across England, with hundreds of alerts nationwide, as continuous rainfall raises flooding risks.
Dozens of flood warnings remain active across the UK with over 250 alerts as persistent downpours continue, causing widespread disruption and raising concerns about further rainfall.
More than 80 flood warnings and 250 alerts are active across Britain as persistent downpours cause widespread disruption, with further wet weather forecast.
Storm Leonardo has unleashed torrential rain across Spain and Portugal, causing fatal flooding, mass evacuations, and severe travel disruptions, with more storms forecast.
A man has died in Portugal and a girl is missing in Spain as Storm Leonardo brings torrential rain and severe flooding to the Iberian Peninsula, with further storms forecast.