Flooding in North Yorkshire

It's after heavy rain over the weekend.

Author: Harry Long Published 2nd Nov 2020

There's been flooding in North Yorkshire after heavy rain over the weekend.

Nine people had to be rescued in Richmond this morning.

Several roads are still closed.

The River Ure has burst its banks in Ripon causing flooding in nearby fields.

Environment Agency flood warnings remain in place for the rivers Esk, Nidd, Ure and Wharfe.

North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service are urging people not to drive through flooded roads.