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An amber weather warning has been issued for south Wales as heavy rainfall is expected to bring the risk of flooding and disruption on Monday. According to the Met Office, rain will begin late Sunday and continue through Monday, with most areas in the region receiving between 20-40mm (0.78-1.58 inches) of rain. Some higher-ground locations could see amounts reaching 100-120mm (3.9-4.7 inches). Meanwhile, a yellow warning is in place for mid and north Wales. Notably, the Afon Glaslyn river in Beddgelert, Gwynedd, has risen close to overtopping a garden wall near a nearby house.
These warnings follow recent severe flooding incidents just two weeks ago, which led to life-threatening situations and affected homes and businesses in places such as Monmouth. Both the amber and yellow rain warnings are scheduled to be lifted by 21:00 GMT on Monday. As of Sunday, officials from Natural Resources Wales (NRW) anticipated issuing flood alerts and warnings, given that river levels were already high and the soil saturated. The organization has advised the public to remain cautious, advising against walking or driving through floodwaters due to hidden dangers beneath the surface. Richard Preece from NRW emphasized the risks, saying, “We also want to remind people to keep away from swollen riverbanks and not to drive or walk through flood waters as you don’t know what lies beneath.”
As of Monday afternoon, Natural Resources Wales had placed 11 flood warnings, indicating expected flooding, and 51 flood alerts in various areas. Flooding in Gwynedd has already forced the closure of the A4085 road in both directions between Waunfawr and Rhyd Ddu, as well as between Pont Aberglaslyn and Llanfrothen. The Met Office has also warned that strong winds will accompany the heavy rain, especially along coastal regions. These conditions may cause delays or cancellations in public transport, difficult driving scenarios, and possible road closures. Power outages and interruptions to services for homes and businesses are also potential consequences. The Met Office stressed that “Fast flowing or deep floodwater is possible, causing a danger to life.”
In Pontypridd town centre, preparations against the adverse weather are underway, with sandbags placed outside multiple shops on Monday afternoon. Previous flooding along Mill Street has led local businesses and authorities to have pumps ready by the River Taff, where the water has remained high and fast-flowing throughout the day. On nearby Sion Street, where houses are situated directly by the river, water levels are elevated but remain beneath the protective riverbank wall. Although rainfall has been intermittent and sometimes heavy throughout the afternoon, the local council has said current protective measures are precautionary. Nevertheless, with the town’s history of flooding and forecasts of more rain later on Monday, residents and businesses are taking necessary steps to prepare
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