Adverse weather conditions have led to search and rescue efforts in Western Australia for seven missing people, while the UK braces for heavy rainfall and flood warnings across the country.
Severe weather conditions have impacted both Western Australia and the United Kingdom, leading to search and rescue efforts and flood warnings across vast areas.
In Western Australia, ongoing flooding and adverse weather are hampering the search for seven people, including four children and two elderly drivers, missing en route from Kalgoorlie to the Tjuntjuntjara Aboriginal community. The group is believed to be traveling in a white Toyota LandCruiser and a Mitsubishi Triton. Western Australia police have faced difficulties in deploying air support due to the bad weather, with efforts being concentrated on the ground. Authorities have called on anyone with information to come forward. The situation is aggravated by forecasts predicting continued heavy rainfall and thunderstorms, which are expected to further increase river and creek levels, complicating the search operations and causing concerns for local communities.
Meanwhile, the UK braces for a “two-day washout” with the Met Office issuing warnings for heavy and widespread rain expected to affect various regions, leading to 41 flood warnings and 171 flood alerts. Northern England is forecast to experience the brunt of the rainfall, receiving up to 8mm of rain per hour, while southern England and Wales may see drier conditions. Despite the rain, temperatures are expected to remain mild, with highs of around 14 to 15°C. The weather is set to continue its unsettled pattern through the weekend, with a mix of heavy showers and some dry intervals.
Both events have sparked concerns for safety and infrastructure, with authorities in affected areas urging caution and vigilance as search and rescue operations and flood preparations continue amidst challenging weather conditions.
