A rare Red Warning for intense strong winds has been issued by the Met Office for Southern and Western Coastlines and parts of the North Wales coast and hills. Severe disruption is likely to roads, rail, sea and air services and bridges are likely to be closed over the Cleddau and Severn rivers overnight today and into Saturday morning. It is possible the M4 Briton Ferry Bridge will be shut as in … [Read more...]
Ten top tips to take on winter
As winter sets in we have already seen a range of different weather types hit, with regions dealing with all types of weather from flooding to snow. When it comes to driving, there are safe limits on when it is and isn’t safe to hit the road to make sure you get to your destination safely. In 2022, weather conditions played a role in 7,979 car accidents in Great Britain, making up 11.2% of all … [Read more...]
Highways & Transport are climate priorities, say experts
The highways and transport sector needs serious prioritisation in this period of climate emergency. This week's COP 29 summit will see attendees discuss how to help communities adapt to the impact of climate change with a focus on how to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. The Chartered Institute of Highways & Transportation latest report shows how preparing road infrastructure now is key to … [Read more...]
Rain & floods demand driving rethink
Milder temperatures and heavy rainfall, flood warnings across the UK make driving significantly more difficult and, in some instances, hazardous. With the safety of yourself and your family in mind, the automotive experts at Claims.co.uk have provided their top tips on journeying during heavy rain and what to do if you get involved in an accident. Top 5 tips to prep your car for driving in wet … [Read more...]
BREAKING NEWS: Floods close railway line and campsites
A number of properties have been flooded in Neath, Whitland, Tonyrefail and Llanelli. Roads have been closed and some trains disrupted after part of the South Wales mainline was left underwater at Neath and campers were this morning evacuated by fire service personnel at St Clears while another site at Newport, Pembs was also affected. … [Read more...]
Thousands of drivers find flood insurance is void
Thousands of car owners over the next few days will find their insurance does not cover flood damage. Usually, only comprehensive policy cover will pay for the repair or replacement of flood damaged vehicles, and there may be limits to that. Drivers who ignored advice and tried to negotiate a flood which then overcame their vehicle may also find they get less, if any, payout from their … [Read more...]
Motorists admit taking risks in floodwater
Despite the obvious dangers of floodwater to car and, at worst life, one in 20 motorists (5%) admit to having driven through floods only to have their vehicles grind to a halt, either still in the water or just after coming out, says the RAC. While the vast majority of those (63%) were lucky to get away without suffering major damage once the vehicle had dried out, 20% said their cars needed … [Read more...]