Storm Boero brought heavy rain, strong winds and widespread travel disruption to parts of the UK on Sunday, with flood warnings issued across England, Wales and Scotland. Officials urged people to avoid unnecessary travel as events and attractions were canceled, while further severe weather could return within days.
Flood warnings and heavy rain
Four flood warnings were in place for parts of England and Wales, while Scotland had 17 flood warnings.
The highest rainfall totals were recorded in the Scottish Highlands, where up to 130mm of rain fell at Clooney Inn.
Scottish Government ministers and officials met on Sunday afternoon to discuss the impact of Storm Boero. The Scottish Government said conditions might ease later on Sunday, but warned that severe weather could return within days.
Travel disruption
Police in Scotland warned people against making unnecessary road journeys, while ferry services were suspended.
Some flights to and from Belfast, Glasgow, Aberdeen and Dublin airports were canceled, and rail services across the UK were disrupted.
Jason Kelly, the Met Office’s chief forecaster, said: “People should prepare for potential disruption, particularly to travel and power supplies. They should secure loose belongings outdoors, plan ahead if they travel and keep up to date with the latest forecasts and warnings for their area.”
Events and attractions canceled
Weekend events were canceled because of the weather.
On Merseyside, the River of Light event was canceled for the second consecutive day. Knowsley Safari Park also announced that it would be closed on Sunday because of “high winds”.
Several markets in the North West were canceled, including Salford’s Quayside Makers Market and Cheshire’s Macclesfield Treacle Market.
In the East Midlands, the Worksop Half Marathon was canceled. Wollaton Hall and Deer Park, Robin Hood’s Wheelgate Park and Twin Lakes Theme Park also announced that they would close.
Source: www.bbc.co.uk