Britons are advised to prepare for extremely cold weather as an Arctic blast sweeps through the UK, according to the Met Office. Storm Claudia, currently causing chaos in Wales, is expected to affect more regions as it moves south, bringing temperatures as low as -7 degrees Celsius.
Deputy chief meteorologist Dan Holley from the Met Office explained that as Storm Claudia moves away, a cold northerly flow from the Arctic will dominate the UK due to high pressure in the north-west. This will result in significantly colder conditions with a possibility of wintry hazards like snow and ice, alongside widespread frosts and temperatures dropping to -7 degrees Celsius in some areas next week.
The storm, named by the Spanish meteorological service, hit the UK on Friday, particularly impacting Wales where severe flooding led to a major incident declaration. Dozens of individuals were rescued or evacuated in Monmouth, south-east Wales, following the River Monnow bursting its banks.
Significant rainfall was recorded in various areas, with flooding affecting properties in England, including Cumbria. With 50 flood warnings in place in England, preparations are underway for a potential cold snap, including snow and a noticeable wind chill in the upcoming days.
Authorities in Wales have urged affected individuals to follow official guidance from NRW, emergency services, and local authorities due to the ongoing impact of Storm Claudia. Rescue operations involving multiple agencies are ongoing to address the challenges posed by the flooding.
The UK Health Security Agency issued a cold weather warning for parts of the Midlands and northern England starting Monday, while the Environment Agency cautioned that flooding risks will persist over the weekend. The alert covers several regions from Monday morning until the following Friday morning.
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