Severe flooding and winter weather disrupts life across UK, 60 rescued
Tuesday, 7 January 2025 Dozens were rescued from flooded homes and cars as severe weather disrupted normal life in the UK. Flooding led to school closures, halted trains, and hazardous road conditions. Strong winds and precipitation caused significant disruptions. Authorities issued nearly 200 flood warnings, with major incidents in Leicestershire and Lincolnshire, where rivers submerged roads and vehicles.
Severe flooding has hit Saudi Arabia, particularly in Mecca, Jeddah, and Madinah, after record-breaking rainfall caused widespread destruction. Torrential downpours have turned streets into rivers, submerging cars, flooding highways, and causing major disruptions. The Saudi Meteorological Department...