Swansea Flooding: Cars Submerged as Authorities Issue Major Alerts Amid Storm Amy
An unforeseen flash flood tide has caused annihilation in Swansea, leaving buses stranded in doused thoroughfares and prompting emergency services to issue two major flood tide warnings.
The dramatic scenes, captured at Cwmbwrla cloverleaf, showed vehicles submerged beneath several bases of rainwater after grim cloudbursts in recent days.
The flooding passed before the moment as a violent downfall bombarded the corridor of South Wales. Strong winds are also expected for this evening, compounding the challenges for residents and commuters.
South Wales Police, who were on site managing the situation, stated: “We’re at the scene of a flood on Cwmbwrla Roundabout, Swansea.
The roundabout is flooded and is not passable from any approach. Vehicles are being diverted to Pentregethin Road.
It is expected to remain closed for some time; please avoid the area and use alternative routes where possible. We’re grateful for your patience.”
Not surprised people were warning drivers to stay away from #Cwmbwrla roundabout in #Swansea because of the flooding. Incredible. https://t.co/ahcphRe10v
— Liz Perkins (@lizperkinsmedia) September 14, 2025
The force later confirmed that the affected area may remain closed until Monday. Flood cautions are in place for the River Rea, River Sow, and River Penk, emphasizing the inflexibility of the situation.
Storm Amy Set to Worsen Conditions
The flash flooding is part of a larger rainfall pattern linked to Storm Amy, which is set to unleash a stunning 600- afar stretch of rain and strong winds across the UK.
Forecast maps from Ventusky reveal that winds could reach up to 70mph, while downfall summations might hit 10 mm in some areas early Monday.
Bristol, Cardiff, Belfast, Liverpool, Birmingham, Newcastle, Glasgow, Edinburgh, and Manchester are all anticipated to witness bouts of heavy rain.
Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Liverpool, Newcastle, and Belfast are expected to experience rain rates of 0.5 mm per hour, while regions near Aberdeen are forecast to receive as much as 20 mm.
The Met Office has prompted residents to prepare for worsening conditions, particularly in littoral and exposed inland areas: “Gusts of 45-55 mph are expected widely inland, with gusts of 60-70 mph possible at times along exposed coasts and hills.
Winds will only slowly ease from the west later in the afternoon and into Monday evening.”
While the outlook remains concerning, meteorologists predict that conditions will start to improve later in the week.
The Met Office commented: “Winds and showers are gradually easing during Tuesday, but turning wet and windy again for a time on Wednesday.
Showers and sunny spells for Thursday. Often breezy and feeling rather cool.”
For now, locals are being advised to stay watchful, avoid affected areas, and follow updates as Storm Amy continues to disrupt the region.
With floodwaters still affecting Swansea’s transport routes, tolerance and caution remain essential.
