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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Environment
Rachel Hall

EXPLAINED: Somerset major incident declared after flash flooding | Rare Historical Photos

Flood warnings have been in place since Tuesday night for the River Brue.
Flood warnings have been in place since Tuesday night for the River Brue. Photograph: Eleanor Wicks/PA

Flash flooding in parts of south-west England following torrential rain has led to a major incident being declared in Somerset.

Heavy thunderstorms on Tuesday evening resulted in Devon and Somerset fire and rescue declaring a major incident in the Galhampton, North Cadbury, and South Cadbury areas.

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