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Severe Flood Warnings in Oxfordshire and Berkshire Amidst Storm Bert

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Severe Flood Warnings in Oxfordshire and Berkshire Amidst Storm Bert
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  • Storm Bert causes flooding in Oxfordshire, Berkshire, South Wales, disrupting lives.
  • Over 100 flood warnings in England; Wales criticized for late alerts during Storm Bert.
    • Flood risks linger in Oxfordshire, Berkshire, affecting communities and lasting mid-week.
    • Seven Oxfordshire schools remain closed due to flooding, impacting families.
    • High river levels in Oxford pose property threats, residents advised to stay alert.
    • Travel disruptions on GWR routes; flooded roads affect commutes.
    • 200 properties in Rhondda Cynon Taf hit by Storm Bert, major incident declared.
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