Network Rail has teamed up with Newcastle University, Met Office and MetDesk to run a Weather Academy pilot programme, bringing together rail operations staff, asset engineers and meteorology experts to identify ways of delivering a safer, more reliable service for passengers during adverse and extreme weather. [ScotRail has a system in place.]
(Permalink) Met Office Network Rail Weather Academy

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for rain covering northern areas of England until 10 pm following the overnight flooding in London, causing significant closures on travel services.
(Permalink) London Underground Met Office Weather