Flood and travel warnings for South West as Storm Bram arrives

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Flood and travel warnings have been issued amid heavy rain and strong winds caused by Storm Bram.

The Environment Agency has issued flood warnings across Devon and Cornwall, including the Plymouth Sound, River Dart and the south Cornwall coast.

Great Western Railway has also urged customers to check their journey and to consider making alternative arrangements as it expects flooding to “significantly affect” its services on Tuesday.

BBC South West broadcast meteorologist Bee Tucker said the effects of Storm Bram were felt across the region on Monday evening as heavy rain and strong winds battered the region.

Ms Tucker said: “Around 90mm (3.5 inches) of rain has already fallen on Dartmoor in the last 24 hours, with more expected today.

“Gusts of 50-60mph are likely throughout the day, with the south coast of Devon, Cornwall and the Isle of Scilly bearing the brunt of the winds.”

She said the amber weather warning for parts of Devon remained in force until 10:00 GMT with yellow wind and rain warnings in place until 16:00 on Tuesday.

Devon County Council said high winds and heavy rain were causing “difficult travel conditions.

It said: “Please take care, expect fallen trees, debris and flooding, especially near rivers and the coast.

“Please don’t drive through floodwater.”



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