Severe weather warning for Okehampton - and it's happening now!

Police are advising people to take extra care following a severe weather warning from the Met Office.

 

Some heavy rainfall is expected overnight which could lead to flash flooding in certain areas.

 

The rainfall is expected to be the heaviest the area has seen in months; such rainfall could lead to flooding in some areas and cause disruption to outdoor events and transport networks.

 

Police are advising members of the public to take great care around rivers and streams. People are advised not to attempt to cross such waterways and in particular, anyone camping next to rivers or streams is advised to pay close attention to water levels.

 

Police are also advising drivers to be vigilant – to avoid any flooded roads and to reconsider any non-essential journeys should flooding occur.

 

Drivers are advised to take extra care and to check water levels if attempting to cross a ford as around two feet of water is enough to float and sweep away a vehicle.

 

Police advise anyone encountering areas of heavy flooding or any  problem areas to report their concerns to the Environment Agency.

A similar warning comes from the BBC  - but the next few days seem a little better.