Major incident ongoing in Somerset after flash floods

The Environment Agency has issued warnings in parts of the region

Author: Olivia MounsorPublished 10th May 2023

A major incident is still in force this morning in parts of Somerset (10.05) after flash floods yesterday.

Devon and Somerset Fire service say they have deployed several resources to the affected areas to deal with the situation.

Some people on Twitter, who live in Somerset have shared images of the floodwater, with one user saying the flash floods were one of "the worst we've seen in 20 years".

The Council say flooding at Queen Camel on the A359 still remains impassable.

There's also reports that Ilchester Road between Podimore and Charlton Adam is closed.

Some houses have been evacuated too, with the Village Hall in North Cadbury offering a warm space for people affected to get dry, charge their phones and have a drink,

They say they can also arrange for showers if needed.

They plan on re-opening at 9 am today, to help more people affected by the flash floods.

Drivers are being told to avoid going through floodwater, with the Fire Service saying if you do find yourself in an emergency situation with floodwater, to ring 999.

Across the border in Devon, there's also been flash flooding, with our Chief Reporter Andrew Kay sharing this report

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