Dog field closed after storm caused sewage overflow

Residential gardens were also affected by the sewage overflow

Dog walkers have been warned about a contaminated field caused by sewers flooding during heavy rainfall.

Thames Water said it had worked to decontaminate fields and gardens at affected properties in the Countess Lilias Road, Chesterton Park area of Cirencester, after Storm Claudia caused the sewers to flood on Saturday.

A sign was placed at Chesterton Allotment Gardens, which is still closed, warning dog owners it was not safe to walk in.

Cirencester Town Council said it was prioritising public health and environmental safety following the incident.

An amber weather warning was in place for much of Gloucestershire as Storm Claudia hit parts of the county on Friday and into Saturday morning, with heavy rain flooding roads and affecting road services.

A spokesperson for Cotswold District Council said it had been in contact with Thames Water who "confirmed the flooding was due to a surface water drain connected to the sewer".

While Cotswold District Council said the water provider had "completed clean-up and updated affected customers", Cirencester Town Council said the dog field remained closed to "ensure safety for residents and pets".

Thames Water said it had investigated and cleared up manholes affected by the flooding.