Train cancellations in London as flooding hits UK rail services

Passengers at one of the UK's busiest rail stations, faced train cancellations after flooding due to heavy rains, with flood warnings in place for the Midlands, south and east England and parts of Wales.

Hundreds of flood warnings were in place in the UK on Wednesday, after strong winds and rain lashed large parts of the country, hitting travel and cutting power. On Wednesday morning, the Environment Agency said it had issued 294 flood warnings where flooding is expected and 341 flood alerts where flooding is possible in England.

Several residents had to be evacuated from houseboats and caravans on the river, 70 miles north of London, because of rising waters. The organization warned that with more rain forecast in several regions throughout the day, some roads would remain shut for several hours.