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Parts of England and Wales have been hit by heavy rainfall and flash floods, leading to widespread travel chaos and property damage. In central and southern England, several areas experienced a month's worth of rain within just a few hours. The Met Office issued an amber weather warning for central and southern regions, while other parts of the country remained under yellow warnings.
Flooding impacted several towns and cities, with Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire, and parts of London particularly hard hit. In the village of Grendon, Northamptonshire, residents were forced to deal with rising floodwaters that submerged homes overnight. Jon Sayle, a local resident, reported having two feet of water inside his house, resulting in extensive damage to electrical systems and furniture. Another local couple managed to hold back some of the water with a flood barrier, but still faced damage to their property.
The flooding caused significant transport disruptions, with National Rail reporting delays and cancellations across various services. In London, several Underground lines were either suspended or delayed due to water damage. Meanwhile, a sinkhole appeared at AFC Wimbledon's football pitch, forcing the postponement of their Carabao Cup match against Newcastle United.
The Environment Agency has issued over 20 flood warnings and more than 80 flood alerts, signaling the potential for further disruption. While the worst of the rain is expected to ease, the saturated ground may still pose a risk in the coming days as another weather front approaches. Cooler temperatures are also expected to follow, with daytime highs dropping to as low as 8°C by the end of the week.
