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Emergency crews are continuing their efforts to address widespread flooding triggered by the recent severe weather.

A significant emergency was announced in Monmouth, south-east Wales, where residents were safely removed from flooded homes after heavy downpours on Friday.

On Sunday, four severe flood warnings, warning of life-threatening conditions, remained active, alongside dozens of alerts in England. Water heights on the Monnow River surpassed previous records, surpassing levels recorded during previous severe weather events.

Homes, businesses, transport networks, and power grids all experienced damage from significant flooding in parts of Wales, authorities confirmed.

Data indicated that around 20 homes and businesses in England experienced flooding due to the storm, such as properties in Cumbria.

As Storm Claudia withdraws, a cold snap is expected to move across the UK, bringing sub-zero conditions and possible snow and ice.

Over the weekend, the UK experienced its chilliest night since late March, with mercury readings plunging to -7C in a Scottish location.

A decline of around 5C will shift unseasonably warm autumn readings to lower figures nationwide, with peak temperatures on Sunday reaching around 11 degrees in south-east England before further cooling at the start of the week.

"While Storm Claudia retreats, high pressure to the north-west will bring a chilly Arctic air across the UK," a meteorologist stated. "This will bring much colder conditions than lately, and, though mostly dry, there is also a potential of snow and ice. Frost across many areas are anticipated, with readings dipping as low as minus seven in some places next week, and daytime highs remaining in the single digits."

He added, "Couple this with a brisk northerly wind, and there will be a significant wind chill. This marks a significant shift after a extended period of above-average temperatures."

Health authorities have activated a cold weather alert for parts of the Midlands and northern England from the start of the week, while environmental agencies have warned that flooding may persist throughout the weekend.

The cold weather alert is in place from 8am Monday until Friday morning, covering the East Midlands, West Midlands, northeast, North West, and Yorkshire and The Humber.