The Environment Agency has issued five flood warnings and 18 alerts in Devon and Cornwall.

The Met Office has announced a weather warning for rain effective until midday Wednesday.

Rising river levels due to heavy rain threaten potential flooding and disruption in areas alongside River Harbourne in Devon and River Cober in Cornwall.

Climate scientist Professor Peter Stott points out Devon's increased flooding risk due to sea storm surges and heightened river levels, with some regions experiencing higher-than-average February rainfall.

The BBC is actively updating the public about the flooding situation through various social media channels.

The series of rain warnings is part of a broader pattern of similar alerts throughout England and Wales for February.

Residents in the affected areas are advised by the Environment Agency to exercise caution.