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Rhys Morgan edits Weather and Transport, tracking warnings, disruption and infrastructure changes.

Met Office issues yellow warnings for 15 Welsh areas, urging emergency kits

Met Office issues yellow warnings for 15 Welsh areas, urging emergency kits

The Met Office issued yellow weather warnings across 15 Welsh counties for heavy rain, with up to 70 mm possible in some areas. Residents are advised to prepare emergency kits and review flood plans.

Weather ·4 Jul 2026, 14:37 ·Rhys Morgan 4 min read
Swindon Met Office forecast provides daily weather and UV safety data

Swindon Met Office forecast provides daily weather and UV safety data

Swindon residents can access professional meteorological data including UV exposure and air quality indices to manage daily outdoor activities. These insights help local planning by tracking severe weather risks and temperature trends.

Weather ·4 Jul 2026, 11:33 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office warns of record-breaking heatwaves and heavy rain warnings

Met Office warns of record-breaking heatwaves and heavy rain warnings

The Met Office warns of persistent heavy rainfall in parts of Scotland, while England and Wales experience warm spells and intense marine heatwave conditions.

Weather ·4 Jul 2026, 10:34 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
London Underground strikes bring capital to a standstill amid pay dispute

London Underground strikes bring capital to a standstill amid pay dispute

Industrial action on the London Underground has caused widespread disruption, forcing concert rescheduling and straining alternative transport routes. RMT and TfL officials are expected to resume negotiations next week to resolve the dispute.

Transport ·4 Jul 2026, 09:32 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office issues yellow weather warnings for heavy rain and strong winds

Met Office issues yellow weather warnings for heavy rain and strong winds

The UK faces potential disruption as a low-pressure system brings heavy rainfall and strong winds to parts of England, Scotland, and Northern Ireland. The Met Office warns of possible flooding and travel delays as the weather front moves across the country.

Weather ·4 Jul 2026, 06:04 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Met Office explains how yellow, amber and red weather warnings work

Met Office explains how yellow, amber and red weather warnings work

The Met Office categorizes weather warnings based on the impact and likelihood of severe conditions to help the public prepare for safety and travel risks.

Weather ·4 Jul 2026, 01:06 ·Rhys Morgan 5 min read
Met Office issues yellow thunderstorm warning for 42 regions across UK

Met Office issues yellow thunderstorm warning for 42 regions across UK

The Met Office has issued a yellow thunderstorm warning for 42 regions across the UK following a period of extreme heat. Storms bring risks of flooding.

Weather ·4 Jul 2026, 00:05 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Great American State Fair closes as extreme US heatwave hits holiday events

Great American State Fair closes as extreme US heatwave hits holiday events

Extreme heat has led to the closure of the Great American State Fair and the cancellation of Philadelphia's independence parade as temperatures soar.

Weather ·3 Jul 2026, 21:02 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Heat health alerts issued as temperatures set to hit 30C

Heat health alerts issued as temperatures set to hit 30C

A yellow heat-health alert is in effect across multiple UK regions as the Met Office forecasts temperatures reaching 33°C. Officials are warning of potential impacts on health services, infrastructure, and vulnerable groups.

Weather ·3 Jul 2026, 20:05 ·Rhys Morgan 5 min read
RMT union strike set to cripple CrossCountry rail services over bank holiday

RMT union strike set to cripple CrossCountry rail services over bank holiday

A nationwide RMT walkout is set to shut down CrossCountry trains, compounding travel challenges alongside heavy road traffic and national engineering works.

Transport ·3 Jul 2026, 14:36 ·Rhys Morgan 5 min read
Riders navigate first weekday of the LIRR strike - ny1.com

Riders navigate first weekday of the LIRR strike - ny1.com

The LIRR remains closed as the MTA and union representatives continue contract negotiations over wages and healthcare contributions.

Transport ·3 Jul 2026, 08:35 ·Rhys Morgan 4 min read
UK railway strikes end as unions secure improved pay deals

UK railway strikes end as unions secure improved pay deals

The two-year period of industrial action across Britain's railway network has concluded following a series of negotiated settlements between unions and the state.

Transport ·2 Jul 2026, 22:04 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Portugal general strike to impact hundreds of flights and public ...

Portugal general strike to impact hundreds of flights and public ...

Portugal’s main unions launched a 24-hour general strike to protest labour law reforms, impacting airports and public transport. Over 650 flights were cancelled.

Transport ·2 Jul 2026, 15:34 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Divorcee saves £20,000 by self‑representing and secures larger payout

Divorcee saves £20,000 by self‑representing and secures larger payout

A psychotherapist explains how she managed her own divorce case to save thousands of pounds in legal fees while securing a favorable outcome.

Transport ·2 Jul 2026, 10:46 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
London Underground drivers begin 24-hour strike over shift patterns

London Underground drivers begin 24-hour strike over shift patterns

RMT union members have begun a 24-hour strike as negotiations over a proposed four-day working week remain stalled. While the Aslef union has accepted the offer, commuters face significant service disruptions across the network.

Transport ·2 Jul 2026, 08:04 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Rail industry launches real-time disruption maps across Britain

Rail industry launches real-time disruption maps across Britain

The rail industry is rolling out human-led video disruption maps to provide clearer, more accessible information during service delays and incidents.

Transport ·2 Jul 2026, 07:04 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
TfL warns of severe Tube disruption as RMT plans strike

TfL warns of severe Tube disruption as RMT plans strike

Transport for London is bracing for severe service cuts as the RMT union launches a rolling strike over pay and working hours. Major travel disruption is expected across all Underground lines and the DLR.

Transport ·2 Jul 2026, 05:06 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
Italy aviation strikes scheduled for July 5 to hit Rome and Milan hubs

Italy aviation strikes scheduled for July 5 to hit Rome and Milan hubs

A series of coordinated labor strikes across Italy is expected to cause significant flight disruptions on 5 July 2026, affecting ground handling, security, and airspace management.

Transport ·2 Jul 2026, 04:03 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read
National Rail warns of widespread disruption and engineering works

National Rail warns of widespread disruption and engineering works

Extensive infrastructure projects and station maintenance are causing network-wide service disruptions, delays, and bus replacements across the UK. Passengers are advised to verify travel plans and station status information through the National Rail or Trainslive platforms.

Transport ·1 Jul 2026, 23:32 ·Rhys Morgan 3 min read