Flash flooding hits parts of UK as ‘danger to life’ weather warning issued with 80mph winds to spark Xmas getaway chaos

FLASH flooding has hit parts of the UK as the Met Office issued a “danger to life” warning for 80mph winds that could spark Christmas getaway chaos.

Last night, Wales was hit by “heavy and persistent” rain that led to reports of flash floods in Swansea and Cardiff.

Facebook/The Woodman SwanseaFlash floods were reported across Wales[/caption] Facebook/The Woodman SwanseaFootage of flooding recorded in Swansea[/caption] AthenaEmergency services attending another flood area...