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Flood warning as heavy rain to bring travel disruption to Wales

A yellow weather warning for rain which could lead to flooding and travel disruption has been issued from Monday afternoon until Tuesday lunchtime.

The Met Office alert, in place from 15:00 GMT until 12:00 on Tuesday, covers much of south and mid Wales.

Forecasters predict widespread rainfall of between 20mm (0.8in) and 30mm (1.2in), with the worst-hit areas, including Bannau Brycheiniog, seeing up to 80mm (3.2in).

Rain falling onto previously saturated ground means the risk of flooding of homes and businesses has increased, alongside associated travel delays, the Met Office said.

Strong south easterly winds are also likely, the Met Office said.

Those whose properties are at risk of flooding are advised to prepare a flood plan and an emergency flood kit, while motorists and commuters are urged to check road conditions or public transport timetables.

The Met Office also advised people to consider gathering torches and batteries, a mobile phone power pack and other essential items in case of power cuts.

Traffic Wales warned motorists driving in heavy rain to reduce their speed and leave plenty of distance between their vehicle and the one in front.

They also urged anyone coming across floodwater on a road to find an alternative route if they are not sure of its depth.

The Welsh counties covering by the warning are:

  • Blaenau Gwent
  • Bridgend
  • Caerphilly
  • Cardiff
  • Carmarthenshire
  • Ceredigion
  • Merthyr Tydfil
  • Monmouthshire
  • Neath Port Talbot
  • Newport
  • Pembrokeshire
  • Powys
  • Rhondda Cynon Taf
  • Swansea
  • Torfaen
  • Vale of Glamorgan

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