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News · 15 November 2025

Major incident declared in Wales due to life-threatening floods as cold alert issued for England

Major incident declared in Wales due to life-threatening floods as cold alert issued for England

A major incident has been declared in south Wales as several severe flood warnings indicate a “significant risk to life” in areas such as the River Monnow and River Wye.  Simultaneously, a cold-weather alert covers regions across England from 17 to 21 November, with below-freezing temperatures expected and “significant impacts possible across health and social care services”.  Travel disruptions, evacuations and infrastructure stress are underway; authorities urge extreme caution.

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