UK and France Face Severe Flooding Amid Amber Alert

Severe flood warnings have been issued across the UK as a month's worth of rainfall is expected in just a few hours, with the Met Office upgrading the alert to amber for many regions. Areas including Worcester, Birmingham, Nottingham, and Hull are particularly affected, with substantial flooding already reported in places like Dunstable, Luton, and parts of southern England. The heavy rain has caused significant travel disruption, impacting roads, railways, and the London Underground. Environment Agency teams are actively responding to surface water flooding, urging residents to avoid driving through floodwaters and to follow local emergency services' advice. France is also experiencing severe flooding, with the city of Cannes underwater and residents struggling against strong currents. More heavy rainfall and potential additional warnings are expected in the coming days, exacerbating the flooding situation in both countries.