Storm Bert: Travel disrupted amid flooding in Wiltshire towns

Storm Bert hit the late Friday, bringing snow, heavy rain, and strong winds that impacted many areas in UK

Britain is grappling with significant disruption after Storm Bert brought severe weather and flooding over the weekend, leading to the deaths of four people. Parts of Wiltshire are heavily impacted, with large areas submerged. Aerial footage shows a playground and high street under water, while beer kegs and other debris were swept along by the floodwaters.

The aftermath of the storm has left over 300 flood warnings and alerts across England and Wales as of 11:00 GMT on Monday. The Environment Agency estimates that around 100 properties have been flooded so far. Trains from London to the southwest have been cancelled, and rail services across central England have experienced significant disruptions. Additionally, trees that fell onto rail lines have led to severe delays on services between London and Stansted Airport. Although the lines have since reopened, major disruptions are still expected.

Among the fatalities, a dog walker in North Wales lost their life, and a man was killed when a tree struck his car in southern England. With the storm's worst effects now subsiding, authorities are warning residents to stay cautious, as flood risks remain in effect for England throughout Monday. The Met Office has continued to issue warnings for strong winds in northern Scotland, where conditions are expected to clear by early Tuesday.

Storm Bert initially struck the UK late on Friday, bringing a combination of snow, heavy rain, and strong winds that affected large swathes of the country. The government and environment agencies are urging the public to stay alert and prepared as the country begins its recovery from the storm.