Summary

  • Live updates for Sunday 16 February

Live Reporting

Amy Woodfield

  1. Car stuck in fast-flowing water

    The Environment Agency warns of the dangers of driving in flood water...

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  2. Homes surrounded by flood water

    Amy Woodfield
    BBC News

    In Sutton on Trent, Kirsty Keeton and her family are "stranded" inside.

    Flooding in Sutton on TrentKirsty Keeton

    It doesn't look any better in Trowell, Broxtowe either where Andy J Smith took this.

    Flooding in TrowellAndy J Smith

  3. Watch: Elderly man rescued from flooded home

    Amy Woodfield
    BBC News

    A man in his late 80s has been rescued from his flooded home in Lowdham, Nottinghamshire.

    One relative said he's being taken to hospital after the house was "ruined" by water.

    A hazardous area response team is at the scene on Merevale Close, along with the police, ambulance and fire service.

    Newark and Sherwood District Council said at least 50 properties in the village have been affected by flooding from Storm Dennis.

  4. Derwent at Belper 'fast and dangerous'

    The Environment Agency is warning people to stay well clear of river banks today.

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  5. Watch: Gushing River Derwent

    Amy Woodfield
    BBC News

    The River Derwent has spilled over a footpath at Bamford Mill, Derbyshire where the water is flowing very fast.

    This was captured by Simon Walkden who had to detour from his usual route.

  6. Fifty properties flooded in Lowdham

    Rescue teams are being sent to help those affected in the village, says the district council.

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  7. Leisure centre opens for evacuated residents

    Bingham Leisure Centre has been opened to help shelter anyone affected by localised flooding caused by Storm Dennis.

    Rushcliffe Council say their housing support team, social services and The Red Cross will be on hand to help.

    Anyone needing assistance is asked to call 0115 981 1143

    Bingham Leisure CentreRushcliffe Council

  8. Watch: Flood alarm sounds in Sileby

    Dale Neal
    BBC Radio Leicester Reporter

    The flood alarm is going off in Sileby - the water level is rising again and it's throwing down with rain now.

  9. Video shows Repton flooding

    This BBC Radio Derby video, filmed in Repton this morning, shows how badly the village has been affected by flooding.

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  10. Sandbags taken to vulnerable properties

    Amy Woodfield
    BBC News

    Sandbags are being distributed across the Derbyshire Dales area.

    The council said: "Please note our resources are limited and we are focusing on assisting vulnerable residents and properties already flooding or at immediate risk."

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  11. Repton badly affected by flooding

    This was the scene in the Derbyshire village earlier. Drivers are being advised to avoid the area.

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  12. 'Major incident' after homes flood in Lowdham

    Amy Woodfield
    BBC News

    A "major incident" has been declared in Lowdham by Newark and Sherwood District Council.

    A number of properties in the Merevale Close area have flooded.

    Flooding in LowdhamNewark and Sherwood District Council

    A multi-agency response is being coordinated by the council, including the use of a mechanical road sweeper to assist with the clear-up.

    "We are further assessing what help and support we can give to the local community," the authority said on Twitter.

    Road closures in the town include the A6097, A6097 and A612.

  13. Driver stuck on flooded road

    Amy Woodfield
    BBC News

    Police are reporting that Watergate Lane near Braunston Town, Leicestershire, is closed due to flooding.

    Officers on Twitter said: "Someone has tried to drive through this morning with no success."

    Flooding on Watergate LaneLeicestershire Police

  14. Car park 'more of a marina'

    Amy Woodfield
    BBC News

    Some advice from police in Anstey where a footpath and car park have flooded.

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  15. Flooded rail line re-opens

    Services on the Nottingham to Grantham line are due to restart in the next hour.

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  16. One lane of A52 re-opens

    The road had been closed eastbound due to flooding from nearby fields.

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  17. Storm flood clean-up underway

    Amy Woodfield
    BBC News

    People in Sileby, Leicestershire, have woken to worrying scenes.

    However, there are reports the water is now receding and the clean-up is underway.

    Flooding in SilebyHayley Smitham-Hopewell
    Flooding in SilebyHayley Smitham-Hopewell
    Flooding in SilebyHayley Smitham-Hopewell

  18. Roads across Leicestershire flooded

    Leicestershire Police have reported a number of roads are flooded across the county:

    • Desford Road, Enderby (near to Next) is flooded both directions.
    • The B4114 between the 'Foxhunter' roundabout towards Leicester Lane (city bound) remains closed.
    • The exit slip of the roundabout from Junction 22/M1 onto the A50 (city bound) is flooded.
    • Lots of surface water being reported on the A46 /Six Hills.
    • Lots of water being reported on the A42 Breedon on the Hill.
    • A5 flooded at the single carriageway prior to the dual carriage way at Smokicngton Hollow.

  19. Water floods fields and homes

    Amy Woodfield
    BBC News

    More flooding scenes in Lowdham, Ilkeston and Lower Kilburn.

    Some of you are also reporting leaking roofs.

    Suey Anita said on Facebook: "Woke up to the baby, then notice the water dripping through our ceiling."

    LowdhamLesley Heyhoe
    IlkestonJB Brooksy
    Lower kilburnPaul Manning

  20. More bus disruption in Notts

    Flooding in Woodborough is affecting public transport through the village.

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