Multiple areas of Devon flood following yellow weather warnings
Two people had to be rescued after getting stuck on the A358 at Tytherleigh
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue have received dozens of calls to flooding incidents.
Two people were rescued from their vehicle after it got stuck in floodwater on the A358 at Tytherleigh.
It follows weather warnings that covered most of the county until the early hours of this morning (29 June).
Most areas affected should be clearing, but some incidents of flooding are still causing some disruption to travel this morning.
A spokesperson for Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue said:
"Fire Control have received dozens of calls to flooding incidents yesterday evening (28 June), particularly in the Chard area of Somerset.
"Two people were rescued from their vehicle after it got stuck in floodwater on the A358 at Tytherleigh and taken by boat to dry land. There were further reports of vehicles stuck in floodwater at Chardstock and Wadeford.
"Flooding affecting people’s homes in Chard were reported in Lower Coombses, Mill Lane, Perry Street and Station Road, Tatworth and Forton; Combe St Nicholas, Bryer Close, Furnham Close, Alun Rees Way, Furnham Road, St Mary’s Close, Bewley Court, Wadeford Hill, High Street, Gillingham Court, Coker Way, Court Street, Scrapton Lane, Glynswood, Oak End Way, Lower Touches, Crib Close, Court Mill, Blacklands Lane, Weston Road, and Furzehill.
"Please follow the advice on our website and no not drive through floodwater."
Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service
What to do during a flood?
If you are in an area liable to flooding, then it is a good idea to start making a personal flood plan which should include the following points:
- Know who to contact and how and keep a list with all your important contacts to hand
- Think about what you can move to a safe place before the waters arrive
- Check your insurance cover
- Know how to turn off your gas, electricity and water mains supplies
- Prepare a flood kit of essential items including home insurance documents and keep it handy
For more advice on preparing for a flood, follow the Environment Agency advice or call Floodline on 0345 988 1188.
The Met Office issues weather warnings about predicted severe weather conditions on its website.
The Environment Agency issues flood warnings for areas which are most at risk of flooding.
Travel disruption and road closures
Flooding incidents often lead to road closures and transport disruption, sometimes for prolonged periods of time. Never drive or walk through flood water, you never know how deep it is.
To check on road closures in your area, visit our travel pages at Greatest Hits Radio.