Chandra brings flooding, travel disruption, school closures across UK

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2026-01-27

London (PA Media/dpa) - Heavy rain and strong winds are hitting the UK as Storm Chandra brought weather warnings, flooding, travel disruption and school closures. A severe flood warning was in force in Ottery St Mary in Devon, with residents warned their homes could be submerged. The Environment Agency said the floodwater was expected to be "deep and fast flowing." BBC Radio Devon listener Jackie Blackford, who lives in Ottery St Mary, said she c......

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