DEVELOPING: Monmouth Under Major Incident Alert as Storm Claudia Unleashes Catastrophic Flooding.

Breaking News: Monmouth Under Major Incident Alert as Storm Claudia Unleashes Catastrophic Flooding A major incident has been declared in Monmouth, Wales, after severe and widespread flooding brought on by Storm Claudia. The South Wales Fire and Rescue Service made the declaration at 12:00 PM on Saturday, citing "severe and widespread flooding" across the town and surrounding area. Critical details and immediate impact: Some businesses and homes in Monmouth town centre are underwater after the River Monnow burst its banks. Locals have been evacuated to the local library due to "danger to life" warnings. The Met Office has issued a yellow rain warning for the area, with 60 flood warnings issued for England and 9 for Wales. Background context: Storm Claudia has brought severe weather conditions to the UK, with wet conditions expected to continue for many on Saturday morning. A cold snap is forecast for next week, with a chance of snow in the UK. Current status and next developments: Emergency services are working to respond to the situation, with the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service leading the efforts. Residents are advised to follow evacuation instructions and stay away from flooded areas. This is a developing story. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.