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UK weather maps show 31 counties facing heavy rain this weekend – full list
https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/uk-weather-met-office-forecast-37647018
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UK weather maps show 31 counties facing heavy rain this weekend – full list
https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/uk-weather-met-office-forecast-37647018
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UK weather maps show 31 counties facing heavy rain this weekend – full list
https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/uk-weather-met-office-forecast-37647018
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UK weather maps show 31 counties facing heavy rain this weekend – full list
https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/uk-weather-met-office-forecast-37647018
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Weather Forecast 10 September : Outbreaks of rain and strengthening winds.
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Weather Forecast 9 September : Dry and bright today, winds easing.
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Met Office weather maps show 100 UK areas hit by wall of rain on Thursday - full list
https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.mirror.co.uk/weather/rain-weather-thursday-september-10-37641775
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Met Office weather maps show 100 UK areas hit by wall of rain on Thursday - full list
https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.mirror.co.uk/weather/rain-weather-thursday-september-10-37641775
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Met Office weather maps show 100 UK areas hit by wall of rain on Thursday - full list
https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.mirror.co.uk/weather/rain-weather-thursday-september-10-37641775
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Met Office weather maps show 100 UK areas hit by wall of rain on Thursday - full list
https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.mirror.co.uk/weather/rain-weather-thursday-september-10-37641775
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How meteorologists helped recreate one of history’s most important weather forecasts
By Nicola Davis Science correspondentExperts helped guide weather scenes in Pressure – a film depicting dramatic buildup to 1944’s D-day landings
#Meteorology #Film #MetOffice #Secondworldwar #Dday #Culture #AndrewScott #UKnews #Science #TheGuardian #NicolaDavisSciencecorrespondent
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How meteorologists helped recreate one of history’s most important weather forecasts
By Nicola Davis Science correspondentExperts helped guide weather scenes in Pressure – a film depicting dramatic buildup to 1944’s D-day landings
#Meteorology #Film #MetOffice #Secondworldwar #Dday #Culture #AndrewScott #UKnews #Science #TheGuardian #NicolaDavisSciencecorrespondent
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How meteorologists helped recreate one of history’s most important weather forecasts
By Nicola Davis Science correspondentExperts helped guide weather scenes in Pressure – a film depicting dramatic buildup to 1944’s D-day landings
#Meteorology #Film #MetOffice #Secondworldwar #Dday #Culture #AndrewScott #UKnews #Science #TheGuardian #NicolaDavisSciencecorrespondent
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How meteorologists helped recreate one of history’s most important weather forecasts
By Nicola Davis Science correspondentExperts helped guide weather scenes in Pressure – a film depicting dramatic buildup to 1944’s D-day landings
#Meteorology #Film #MetOffice #Secondworldwar #Dday #Culture #AndrewScott #UKnews #Science #TheGuardian #NicolaDavisSciencecorrespondent
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How meteorologists helped recreate one of history’s most important weather forecasts
By Nicola Davis Science correspondentExperts helped guide weather scenes in Pressure – a film depicting dramatic buildup to 1944’s D-day landings
#Meteorology #Film #MetOffice #Secondworldwar #Dday #Culture #AndrewScott #UKnews #Science #TheGuardian #NicolaDavisSciencecorrespondent
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How meteorologists helped recreate one of history’s most important weather forecasts https://www.theguardian.com/science/2026/sep/08/how-meteorologists-helped-recreate-one-of-historys-most-important-weather-forecasts #Meteorology #Film #MetOffice #SecondWorldWar #Dday #Culture #AndrewScott #UkNews #Science
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How meteorologists helped recreate one of history’s most important weather forecasts https://www.theguardian.com/science/2026/sep/08/how-meteorologists-helped-recreate-one-of-historys-most-important-weather-forecasts #Meteorology #Film #MetOffice #SecondWorldWar #Dday #Culture #AndrewScott #UkNews #Science
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How meteorologists helped recreate one of history’s most important weather forecasts https://www.theguardian.com/science/2026/sep/08/how-meteorologists-helped-recreate-one-of-historys-most-important-weather-forecasts #Meteorology #Film #MetOffice #SecondWorldWar #Dday #Culture #AndrewScott #UkNews #Science
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How meteorologists helped recreate one of history’s most important weather forecasts https://www.theguardian.com/science/2026/sep/08/how-meteorologists-helped-recreate-one-of-historys-most-important-weather-forecasts #Meteorology #Film #MetOffice #SecondWorldWar #Dday #Culture #AndrewScott #UkNews #Science
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How meteorologists helped recreate one of history’s most important weather forecasts https://www.theguardian.com/science/2026/sep/08/how-meteorologists-helped-recreate-one-of-historys-most-important-weather-forecasts #Meteorology #Film #MetOffice #SecondWorldWar #Dday #Culture #AndrewScott #UkNews #Science
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83% of Britain’s cities highly vulnerable to urban heat, says OS data
Fifty-nine cities in Britain (83%) are highly vulnerable to urban heat, according to analysis from Ordnance Survey (OS),…
#EuropeSays #Britain #Europe #EU #4EarthIntelligence #climate #HEAT #heatvulnerability #MetOffice #OrdnanceSurvey #OS #urbanheat #urbanheatisland
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https://www.europesays.com/britain/119973/ 83% of Britain’s cities highly vulnerable to urban heat, says OS data #4EarthIntelligence #Britain #climate #HEAT #HeatVulnerability #MetOffice #OrdnanceSurvey #OS #UrbanHeat #UrbanHeatIsland
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What does ‘strongest El Niño in living memory’ mean for London’s weather?
The Met Office has warned the El Niño event developing over the Pacific is shaping up to be…
#UnitedKingdom #UK #Europe #EU #andyburnham #climatechange #elnino #GreatBritain #heatwave #LondonFireBrigade #metoffice #rain #SadiqKhan #wildfires
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What does ‘strongest El Niño in living memory’ mean for London’s weather?
The Met Office has warned the El Niño event developing over the Pacific is shaping up to be…
#London #UnitedKingdom #UK #GB #England #Headlines #News #Europe #EU #AndyBurnham #Britain #ClimateChange #ElNiño #GreatBritain #Heatwave #london #LondonFireBrigade #MetOffice #rain #SadiqKhan #Wildfires
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Firefighters tackle grass fire in Woolwich amid amber heat alert
“Crews used backpack blowers, which work just like leaf blowers. They allow firefighters to push flames back into…
#NewsBeep #News #Headlines #fire #Heatwave #LondonFireBrigade #MetOffice #UK #UnitedKingdom #Woolwich
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Firefighters tackle grass fire in Woolwich amid amber heat alert
“Crews used backpack blowers, which work just like leaf blowers. They allow firefighters to push flames back into…
#NewsBeep #News #Headlines #fire #Heatwave #LondonFireBrigade #MetOffice #UK #UnitedKingdom #Woolwich
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HEATWAVE: ‘Only travel if absolutely necessary’ — rail warning for south Wales as red heat hits
Rail passengers in south Wales are being urged to travel only if absolutely necessary on Wednesday and Thursday as the extreme heat hits the network.
Transport for Wales and Network Rail issued a joint warning ahead of a Met Office red extreme heat warning, which runs from 9am Wednesday to 9pm Thursday.
They said anyone travelling into, through or out of the red warning area should make only essential journeys, with everyone else advised to check before they travel.
With temperatures forecast to reach 38C, the heat is expected to cause significant disruption to trains.
Extreme heat can affect tracks, overhead power lines and the trains themselves, meaning services may be delayed, cancelled at short notice, or slowed by speed restrictions.
Passengers are advised to check their journey before setting off, allow extra time, and carry plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Anyone who feels unwell is asked to seek help from station or onboard staff.
Services to coastal destinations are expected to be very busy as people head for the sea in the heat.
Queuing systems will also be in place at key stations because of The Cure’s concert at Blackweir Fields in Cardiff on Wednesday.
Passengers who no longer wish to travel on Wednesday or Thursday can use their ticket on Friday instead.
Those who choose not to travel can claim a full refund from the point of purchase, as long as the claim is made before 11.59pm the day before the ticket’s date.
Tickets dated Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday can also be used on earlier services the same day, or on Monday or Friday.
Great Western Railway, which runs services between south Wales and London, is also warning of essential travel only and running an amended timetable.
The operator said fewer trains would run and journeys would take slightly longer during the warmest parts of each day, with possible short-notice changes to its older regional fleet.
GWR and Network Rail performance director Daryn McCombe said customer safety had to come first.
“We know this is disruptive and we’re sorry for the inconvenience it will cause, but customer safety must come first,” he said.
He urged anyone planning to travel on Wednesday and Thursday to go earlier in the week or later, allow extra time, and bring water.
GWR customers who do not travel can claim a full refund or amend their ticket, and those delayed by 15 minutes or more may be entitled to compensation.
The disruption comes amid the same red warning that has forced hundreds of schools across the region to close and prompted a plea to check on older neighbours.
The heat is expected to peak on Wednesday and Thursday before easing towards the weekend.
Related stories from Swansea Bay News
School closures across Swansea Bay as red heat warning hits
The full list of schools shut or moving online on Wednesday and Thursday.‘Check on older neighbours — it could save a life’
Age Cymru and the Welsh Government’s plea as the red warning peaks.The same warning during the 2022 heatwave
#GreatWesternRailway #heatwave #MetOffice #NetworkRail #publicTransport #TransportForWales
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HEATWAVE: Hundreds of schools to shut or move online as red warning peaks
Hundreds of schools across the Swansea Bay area are closed or moving lessons online on Wednesday and Thursday as Wales faces record-breaking heat.
A Met Office red extreme heat warning is in force for both days, covering Swansea, Neath Port Talbot and Carmarthenshire, with temperatures forecast to reach 36C.
The warning carries a high risk to life, and schools say extreme classroom temperatures, poor ventilation and a lack of shade make it unsafe to teach as normal.
The picture has escalated through the day, and Thursday now looks set to bring near-total closures across the region, with the vast majority of schools shut or only partly open.
Each of the three councils has taken a slightly different approach, so parents are urged to check their own school’s status before setting off.
The lists below are correct as of around 4.30pm on Wednesday 24 June.
Carmarthenshire
Carmarthenshire has gone furthest, with the council confirming that every one of its secondary schools will close on Wednesday and Thursday, alongside a long and growing list of primaries.
Secondary schools closed (all 12 in the county):
- Bryngwyn, Dafen
- Coedcae, Llanelli
- Ysgol Glan-y-Môr, Burry Port
- St John Lloyd Catholic, Llanelli
- Ysgol y Strade, Llanelli
- Queen Elizabeth High, Carmarthen (remote learning)
- Ysgol Bro Myrddin, Carmarthen
- Ysgol Dyffryn Taf, Whitland
- Ysgol Gyfun Emlyn, Newcastle Emlyn
- Ysgol Dyffryn Aman, Ammanford
- Ysgol Bro Dinefwr, Llandeilo
- Ysgol Maes y Gwendraeth, Cefneithin
Primary and special schools closed:
- Ysgol Bro Banw, Ammanford
- Ysgol Gymraeg Rhydaman, Ammanford
- Rhydaman, Ammanford
- Ysgol Gynradd Parcyrhun, Ammanford
- Betws, Ammanford
- Llandybie
- Ysgol Gynradd Saron, Ammanford
- Ysgol Gynradd Tycroes, Ammanford
- Brynaman
- Blaenau, Ammanford (reopening Friday)
- Y Bedol, Garnant
- Ysgol Myrddin, Carmarthen
- St Mary’s, Carmarthen (reopening Friday)
- Cwrt Henri, Carmarthen
- Meidrim
- Maes y Morfa, Llanelli
- Brynteg, Llwynhendy
- Pwll, Llanelli (closing 12.30pm Wednesday)
- Heol Goffa, Llanelli (special school)
- Canolfan Y Gors, Llanelli (special school)
- Llannon, Llanelli (closing 1pm Wednesday, closed Thursday)
- Carway, Kidwelly (closing 1pm Wednesday, reopening Friday)
- Gwynfryn, Pontyates (closing 1pm Wednesday, reopening Friday)
- Ffairfach, Llandeilo
- Llandeilo CP, Llandeilo
- Teilo Sant, Llandeilo
- Talley, Llandeilo
- Llanedi, Pontarddulais
- Llangadog
- Llanmiloe, Pendine
- Rhys Prichard, Llandovery
- Laugharne
Closing early (around 1pm):
- Bancffosfelen, Llanelli
- Bryn, Llanelli (reopening Friday)
- Bynea, Llanelli (reopening Friday)
- Cefneithin, Llanelli
- Cross Hands, Llanelli
- Drefach, Llanelli
- Gorslas, Llanelli
- Hafodwenog, Trelech (reopening Friday)
- Llanddarog, Carmarthen
- Llechyfedach, Upper Tumble
- Penboyr, Llandysul (reopening Friday)
- Penygroes, Llanelli (reopening Friday)
- Ponthenri, Llanelli (reopening Friday)
- Pontiets, Llanelli (reopening Friday)
- Pontyberem, Llanelli
- Pen Rhos, Llanelli (half day)
- Tumble, Llanelli
- Y Ddwylan, Newcastle Emlyn
Neath Port Talbot
In Neath Port Talbot, more than 40 primary schools have confirmed full closures on both days, while the county’s secondary schools are shutting their buildings and switching to online learning. More schools have added Thursday closures as the day has gone on.
Secondary schools moving to online learning:
- Cefn Saeson, Cimla
- Cwmtawe, Pontardawe
- Dŵr y Felin, Neath
- Llangatwg, Cadoxton
- St Joseph’s RC and Sixth Form Centre, Port Talbot
- Ysgol Bae Baglan, Baglan
- Ysgol Cwm Brombil, Margam
- Ysgol Gymraeg Ystalyfera – Bro Dur, Ystalyfera
Primary and special schools closed (both days):
- Abbey, Neath
- Alltwen, Pontardawe
- Awel y Môr, Sandfields
- Baglan
- Blaenbaglan, Baglan
- Blaendulais, Seven Sisters (work set via Dojo)
- Blaengwrach, Glynneath
- Blaenhonddan, Bryncoch
- Bryncoch Church-in-Wales, Bryncoch
- Catwg, Cadoxton
- Central, Neath
- Cilffriw, Cilfrew
- Coed Hirwaun, Margam
- Creunant, Crynant
- Crymlyn, Skewen
- Cwmafan, Cwmavon
- Cwmnedd, Glynneath
- Eastern, Neath
- Godre’rgraig, Godre’r Graig
- Llangiwg, Pontardawe
- Maesmarchog, Dyffryn Cellwen
- Melin, Neath
- Rhos
- Rhydyfro, Pontardawe
- Sandfields, Port Talbot
- St Joseph’s Catholic Infant, Junior and Primary, Port Talbot
- St Therese’s Catholic, Port Talbot
- Tairgwaith, Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen
- Tonnau, Tonna
- Tywyn, Port Talbot
- Waunceirch, Neath
- Ynysfach, Glynneath
- Ysgol Carreg Hir, Briton Ferry
- Ysgol Hendrefelin, Bryncoch (all sites)
- Ysgol Maes Y Coed, Neath
- YGG Blaendulais, Seven Sisters
- YGG Castell-nedd, Neath
- YGG Cwm Nedd, Glynneath
- YGG Cwmllynfell, Cwmllynfell
- YGG Gwaun-Cae-Gurwen
- YGG Rhosafan, Aberavon
- YGG Trebannws, Trebanos
- YGG Tregeles, Briton Ferry
- YGG Tyle’r Ynn, Alltwen
Closed Thursday only (open Wednesday):
- YGG Pontardawe
- Alderman Davies Church-in-Wales, Briton Ferry
- Coedffranc, Sandfields
- Croeserw
- Crynallt, Cimla
- Cymer Afan
- Glyncorrwg
- Gnoll, Neath
- Pen Afan, Cwmavon
Swansea
Swansea has not ordered a blanket closure, leaving decisions to individual schools — but the picture has shifted sharply through the afternoon, and the vast majority are now closed or only partly open for Thursday.
Secondary schools:
- Birchgrove — open Wednesday, closed Thursday
- Gowerton — closed both days
- Bishopston — closed both days
- Morriston — closed both days
- Pentrehafod — closed Thursday
- Penyrheol, Gorseinon — closed Thursday
- Bishop Vaughan Catholic — closed Thursday
- Bishop Gore, Sketty — open to Year 7 only; closed to all other pupils
- Cefn Hengoed, Cimla — open Wednesday morning, closing 1pm; closed Thursday
- Olchfa, Sketty — open to Year 7 only until 1.30pm Thursday
- Dylan Thomas — open to Year 7 only Thursday
- Pontarddulais — open to Year 7 only Wednesday; closed Thursday
- YG Gŵyr, Gowerton — closed both days
- YG Bryntawe, Brynhyfryd — open Wednesday morning, closed Thursday
Primary and special schools:
- Gendros, Fforestfach — open until 1pm Wednesday; closed Thursday
- Llangyfelach — closed both days
- Pengelli, Felindre — full closure both days
- Portmead, Blaenymaes — full closure both days
- YGG Tirdeunaw, Treboeth — closed both days
- Ysgol Calon Lân, Clase, Dyfatty and Penlan — full closure all three sites
- Maes Derw pupil referral unit, Llansamlet — closed both days
- Ynystawe — closed Wednesday and Thursday
- Bishopston — open until midday both days
- Blaenymaes — closing Wednesday afternoon; closed Thursday
- Brynhyfryd — nursery full closure; all pupils from 1pm Wednesday; closed Thursday
- Brynmill — nursery closed Thursday
- Burlais — open until 1pm both days
- Cadle — nursery and Buds STF closed both days
- Casllwchwr, Loughor — nursery closed
- Cilâ, Killay — closing 12.30pm; nursery closed both days
- Clase — nursery, Flying Start and STF pupils closed
- Clydach — closing 12.30pm Wednesday; closed Thursday
- Crwys, Three Crosses — open until 12.30pm Wednesday; closed Thursday
- Danygraig — closed Thursday
- Dunvant — closed Thursday
- Glais — closed Thursday
- Glyncollen — closed Thursday
- Gors, Townhill — closing 1pm; nursery closed both days
- Gorseinon — closing 1pm Wednesday; closed Thursday
- Gowerton primary — closing 12.30pm both days
- Grange — closed Thursday
- Gwyrosydd, Penlan — nursery and STF closed Wednesday; closed Thursday
- Hendrefoilan — nursery and wraparound closed Wednesday afternoon; closed Thursday
- Knelston — closed Thursday
- Mayals — closing 1pm Wednesday, 12pm Thursday
- Morriston primary — closed Thursday
- Newton — closed Thursday
- Oystermouth — closed Thursday
- Parkland — closed Thursday
- Penclawdd — closing 12.30pm; nursery open mornings
- Pennard — closed Thursday
- Penllergaer — nursery, PMLD and EIP pupils closed; all pupils 12.30pm Wednesday; closed Thursday (home learning)
- Pentrechwyth — closed Thursday
- Pentre’r Graig, Morriston — closing 1.30pm Wednesday; closed Thursday
- Pen y Fro — closing 12.30pm Thursday
- Penyrheol primary — closing 12.30pm Thursday
- Pontarddulais primary — closed Thursday
- Pontlliw — closed Thursday
- Pontybrenin — closed Thursday
- Sea View, Townhill — closing 1pm; Flying Start closed both days
- Sketty — nursery closed Wednesday; closed Thursday
- St Helen’s — closing 1pm Wednesday; closed Thursday
- St Thomas — closed Thursday
- Talycopa — closed Thursday
- Terrace Road — nursery and Reception closed both days; Years 1 to 6 closing 12.30pm Thursday
- Townhill — closing 1pm; nursery and STF closed all day
- Trallwn — closed Thursday
- Waun Wen — Flying Start closed Wednesday and Thursday afternoons
- Waunarlwydd — open Wednesday, closing 12.45pm Thursday
- YGG Bryniago — closed Thursday
- YGG Brynymor, Brynmill — Reception, Years 1 and 2 closed Wednesday; closed Thursday
- YGG Gellionnen, Clydach — closed both days
- YGG Llon-Las, Llansamlet — closing 12.30pm Wednesday, closed Thursday
- YGG Pontybrenin — closed Thursday
- YGG Tan-y-Lan, Treboeth — open Wednesday, closed Thursday
- YG Y Cwm — closed Thursday
- YGG Y Login Fach — open until 3.20pm Wednesday; closed Thursday
- Christchurch Church-in-Wales, Swansea — closing 1pm Wednesday; nursery closed Wednesday; closed Thursday
- St David’s RC Primary — closed Thursday
- St Joseph’s Cathedral — closed Thursday
- St Joseph’s Catholic, Clydach — closed Thursday
The disruption follows the same red warning behind a plea to check on older neighbours and relatives across Wales.
It is also the warning behind a bus firm’s tongue-in-cheek explanation of why services have felt so hot this week.
With closures still being confirmed through the day, some schools may be added or change their plans after publication. The heat is expected to peak on Wednesday and Thursday before easing towards the weekend.
Related stories from Swansea Bay News
Police urge people to stay indoors as temperatures creep towards 40C
The latest on the red warning across Swansea Bay.How to keep your home cool and actually sleep tonight
The advice that works — plus the tip that sounds all wrong.‘Check on older neighbours — it could save a life’
#CarmarthenshireCouncil #featured #heatwave #MetOffice #NeathPortTalbotCouncil #SchoolClosures #SwanseaCouncil
Age Cymru and the Welsh Government’s plea as the red warning peaks. -
South Wales braces for floods as amber warning upgraded
South Wales is braced for a day of disruption on Monday, 1 December, as the Met Office’s amber warning for rain has been upgraded and extended, with Natural Resources Wales (NRW) warning of flooding, landslides and travel chaos.
The warning, in force from midnight until 11.59pm, now stretches north into Ceredigion while some southern coastal areas have been removed. It covers Swansea, Carmarthenshire, Neath Port Talbot, Cardiff, Bridgend, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Pembrokeshire, Powys and more, with the rest of Wales under a yellow warning.
https://twitter.com/metoffice/status/1995107985983459657
Rivers already swollen
NRW says rivers are already high and the ground saturated, meaning flood alerts and warnings are expected from Sunday evening into Monday morning. Surface water flooding is also likely, particularly in urban and low‑lying areas.
Richard Preece, NRW’s Duty Tactical Manager, said:
“The Amber and Yellow rain warnings in place from the early hours of Monday are expected to bring significant impacts across Wales. With rivers already swollen and the ground saturated, we expect to see a number of flood alerts and warnings issued, with flood warnings indicating flooding is expected.”
Up to 120mm of rain forecast
The Met Office says rainfall totals could reach 100–120mm over higher ground, with 60–80mm likely across hills and 20–40mm in lower areas. Fast‑flowing or deep floodwater is possible, posing a danger to life.
Chief Forecaster Rebekah Hicks said:
“Heavy rain will move over south Wales from late Sunday and through Monday. Whilst rainfall amounts will vary, the largest accumulations are expected over the highest ground in south Wales.”
⚠️ Flood alert levels explained
Flood Alert
Flooding is possible – be prepared.Flood Warning
Flooding is expected – immediate action required.Severe Flood Warning
Severe flooding – danger to life.Check updates every 15 minutes at naturalresources.wales/flooding.
Landslide risk
The British Geological Survey has warned that rainfall of this magnitude has previously triggered landslides in Wales, with natural and infrastructure slopes at risk. Roads and railways could be disrupted, particularly in areas with long diversion routes.
Advice to residents
NRW is urging people to:
- Move vehicles and valuables to higher ground
- Prepare a flood kit with documents, medication and essentials
- Avoid walking or driving through floodwater
- Check local alerts via naturalresources.wales/flooding or call Floodline on 0345 988 1188
Flood alerts and warnings are updated every 15 minutes. NRW teams are working with the Flood Forecasting Centre, emergency responders and local authorities to monitor conditions and issue updates.
Beyond Monday, forecasters expect a changeable week, with low pressure bringing a mix of rain, showers and occasional sunny spells.
Environment News
Explore the latest stories on climate, conservation, and sustainability across Swansea Bay and South Wales. From flood alerts and weather warnings to local green initiatives, stay informed on the issues shaping our environment.
#amberWeatherWarning #featured #floodAdvice #floodAlerts #flooding #heavyRain #metOffice #naturalResourcesWales #weatherAdvice
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Amber weather warning issued for South Wales as heavy rain forecast
The warning comes into effect in the early hours of Monday, 1 December, and is expected to remain in place throughout the day, with heavy rain continuing into Tuesday morning.
According to the Met Office, rainfall totals could reach 100–120mm over higher ground, with 60–80mm expected across many hills and 20–40mm at lower levels.
Deputy Chief Forecaster Mike Silverstone said:
“Heavy rain will move over South Wales from late Sunday and through Monday. This is a developing forecast, so it’s important to stay up to date with Met Office warnings in the coming days.”
The warning covers a wide area including Swansea, Bridgend, Cardiff, Merthyr Tydfil, and parts of Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire.
Natural Resources Wales has urged residents to prepare for possible flooding, especially with rivers already swollen and ground conditions saturated.
🌊 How to stay safe during flooding
Check your flood risk
Visit naturalresources.wales/flooding or call Floodline on 0345 988 1188 to see if your area is at risk.Prepare a flood kit
Include important documents, medication, phone chargers, and emergency contact numbers.Move valuables
Relocate treasured possessions and electronics upstairs or to higher shelves.Protect your vehicle
Move your car to higher ground if flooding is forecast nearby.Avoid floodwaters
Never walk or drive through floodwater — it may be deeper or faster than it looks.Stay informed
Follow Met Office and NRW updates for the latest warnings and advice.Richard Preece, Duty Tactical Manager at NRW, said:
“We expect to see a number of flood alerts and warnings issued. Surface water issues are also likely. We’re urging people to be vigilant and to make preparations now.”
He added that people should avoid swollen riverbanks and never attempt to walk or drive through floodwaters.
NRW recommends preparing a flood kit with essential documents and medication, moving vehicles to higher ground, and relocating valuable items upstairs.
For the latest flood alerts, residents can visit naturalresources.wales/flooding or call Floodline on 0345 988 1188.
Beyond Monday, forecasters expect a changeable week of weather, with low pressure bringing a mix of rain, showers, and occasional sunny spells.
Environment News
Catch up on the latest environmental stories from across Swansea Bay — from flood alerts and climate resilience to green energy and biodiversity.
Recent flooding across Swansea and Carmarthenshire
The Amber warning follows a series of severe flooding incidents across South West Wales in recent weeks.
In Carmarthenshire, a major incident was declared after torrential rain triggered widespread disruption and emergency rescues. Fire crews were called to Glanrhyd Dog Sanctuary near Kidwelly, where 34 animals had to be rescued from rising floodwaters. The sanctuary was left devastated, prompting a community fundraising effort that has since raised over £12,000.
In Swansea, the Cwmbwrla roundabout was once again submerged, causing traffic chaos and highlighting ongoing drainage concerns. Emergency services responded to multiple incidents across the region, with Natural Resources Wales issuing flood alerts and warnings throughout the day.
With saturated ground and swollen rivers, forecasters and emergency planners are urging residents to take precautions ahead of Monday’s expected downpours.
Related stories from Swansea Bay News
Flooding devastates Carmarthenshire dog sanctuary
Fire crews rescue 34 animals after rising water hits Glanrhyd near Kidwelly.£12,300 raised for flood-hit dog sanctuary
Community rallies to support Glanrhyd after devastating floods in Carmarthenshire.Cwmbwrla roundabout submerged again
Flooding causes traffic disruption across Swansea and wider region.Major incident declared across West Wales
Emergency services respond to widespread flooding and rescues across the region.#amberWeatherWarning #featured #floodAdvice #floodAlerts #flooding #heavyRain #metOffice #naturalResourcesWales #weatherAdvice
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https://www.europesays.com/uk/438469/ Met Office issues second weather warning with one area of Wales to be worst affected #Britain #GreatBritain #MetOffice #NaturalResourcesWales #StrongWinds #SundayMorning #UK #UnitedKingdom #Wales #WeatherWarning
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⛈️ Latest for today (Thurs):
⚠️ #MetOffice Yellow Warning for Wind in place until 3am Fri. 40-50mph gusts inland (60-70mph by exposed coasts).
⚠️ New Yellow Warning for Rain issued inland, until 6pm tonight. 20-30mm possible. #NaturalResourcesWales Yellow Warning in place for flood risk.
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⛈️ Latest for today (Thurs):
⚠️ #MetOffice Yellow Warning for Wind in place until 3am Fri. 40-50mph gusts inland (60-70mph by exposed coasts).
⚠️ New Yellow Warning for Rain issued inland, until 6pm tonight. 20-30mm possible. #NaturalResourcesWales Yellow Warning in place for flood risk.
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⛈️ Latest for today (Thurs):
⚠️ #MetOffice Yellow Warning for Wind in place until 3am Fri. 40-50mph gusts inland (60-70mph by exposed coasts).
⚠️ New Yellow Warning for Rain issued inland, until 6pm tonight. 20-30mm possible. #NaturalResourcesWales Yellow Warning in place for flood risk.
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In terms of wind, the worst impacts will be felt on Sat in NW #Wales (50-60mph), especially on #Anglesey and along the coasts (possibly up to 70mph). It will be less windy on Sun but still blustery. #MetOffice and #NaturalResourcesWales have issued Yellow (Be Aware) warnings for Rain/Wind & flooding, respectively. Hunker down and stay safe all; it’s going to be a wild one! 🧵 2/2
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In terms of wind, the worst impacts will be felt on Sat in NW #Wales (50-60mph), especially on #Anglesey and along the coasts (possibly up to 70mph). It will be less windy on Sun but still blustery. #MetOffice and #NaturalResourcesWales have issued Yellow (Be Aware) warnings for Rain/Wind & flooding, respectively. Hunker down and stay safe all; it’s going to be a wild one! 🧵 2/2
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In terms of wind, the worst impacts will be felt on Sat in NW #Wales (50-60mph), especially on #Anglesey and along the coasts (possibly up to 70mph). It will be less windy on Sun but still blustery. #MetOffice and #NaturalResourcesWales have issued Yellow (Be Aware) warnings for Rain/Wind & flooding, respectively. Hunker down and stay safe all; it’s going to be a wild one! 🧵 2/2
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Quite a few UK friends have been posting about the bonkers UK weather forecasts today on the BBC. It's due to a bug in their software right now. Ignore the daft numbers! https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c0kjrp2rngzo #BritishWeather #Britain #UK #BBC #Weather #BBCWeather #MetOffice
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One story we all think we're in is re-enforced every day. And it looks like endless conflict and drama.
You know there certainly are some hours to just survive. But that's no way to live a whole life. Or make the difference.
So, if you're a leader, I'm going to suggest you go find the people who can unlock some world-changing perspective.
#leadership #worlding #futures #creativity #space #art #generalists #crisis #drama #UnseeTheFuture #spaceapps #NASA #MetOffice
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One story we all think we're in is re-enforced every day. And it looks like endless conflict and drama.
You know there certainly are some hours to just survive. But that's no way to live a whole life. Or make the difference.
So, if you're a leader, I'm going to suggest you go find the people who can unlock some world-changing perspective.
#leadership #worlding #futures #creativity #space #art #generalists #crisis #drama #UnseeTheFuture #spaceapps #NASA #MetOffice
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One story we all think we're in is re-enforced every day. And it looks like endless conflict and drama.
You know there certainly are some hours to just survive. But that's no way to live a whole life. Or make the difference.
So, if you're a leader, I'm going to suggest you go find the people who can unlock some world-changing perspective.
#leadership #worlding #futures #creativity #space #art #generalists #crisis #drama #UnseeTheFuture #spaceapps #NASA #MetOffice
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One story we all think we're in is re-enforced every day. And it looks like endless conflict and drama.
You know there certainly are some hours to just survive. But that's no way to live a whole life. Or make the difference.
So, if you're a leader, I'm going to suggest you go find the people who can unlock some world-changing perspective.
#leadership #worlding #futures #creativity #space #art #generalists #crisis #drama #UnseeTheFuture #spaceapps #NASA #MetOffice
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One story we all think we're in is re-enforced every day. And it looks like endless conflict and drama.
You know there certainly are some hours to just survive. But that's no way to live a whole life. Or make the difference.
So, if you're a leader, I'm going to suggest you go find the people who can unlock some world-changing perspective.
#leadership #worlding #futures #creativity #space #art #generalists #crisis #drama #UnseeTheFuture #spaceapps #NASA #MetOffice