Devon and Cornwall, along with much of southern England, face new flooding risks due to heavy rain forecasts following Storm Ciarán. The Met Office has issued an extended yellow warning for rain, as the ground is already saturated, increasing the potential for rapid river rises and flooding.
The Environment Agency has advised people to sign up for flood warnings and prepare for quick action, such as turning off utilities and safeguarding important documents. Areas could see significant rainfall, with some places potentially receiving a month's worth of rain by the end of the upcoming weekend.
The aftermath of Storm Ciarán is still being managed, with clean-up efforts underway and most power cuts resolved. However, some train lines remain affected, and schools have been closed due to flooding. Cornwall Council is monitoring the situation closely, particularly the risk of surface water flooding, and communities known to be vulnerable to flooding are on alert. Resources are being deployed as needed to address incidents.