• UK
  • World
    • USA
  • Entertainment
    • Celeb
    • Showbiz
    • Magazine
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Gaming
  • Tech
  • Science
    • Education
  • Insurance
  • Business
  • Auto
  • ToS/Contact
    • ToS
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
NewsExplored
  • UK
  • World
    • USA
  • Entertainment
    • Celeb
    • Showbiz
    • Magazine
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Gaming
  • Tech
  • Science
    • Education
  • Insurance
  • Business
  • Auto
  • ToS/Contact
    • ToS
    • Privacy Policy
    • Contact
  • Facebook

  • Twitter

  • LinkedIn

  • Tumblr

  • RSS

UK

Flood levels in Shrewsbury could be ‘highest ever’

Flood levels in Shrewsbury could be ‘highest ever’
Newsexplored
24th February 2020
ShareTweet
SubscribeRedditGoogleWhatsappStumbleuponPinterestDiggLinkedinTumblrTelegram
Views:
18
Shrewsbury fire station's boat crew in MelverleyImage copyright Shrewsbury Fire Station
Image caption Firefighters have been checking on those isolated by flooding in parts of Shropshire

Flooding in Shrewsbury could reach its “highest ever” level, the Environment Agency has warned.

Barriers have been put up in the town, with a severe flood warning in place, meaning there is a danger to life.

During the night, Shropshire Council workers closed many of the main road routes into and around Shrewsbury.

The EA’s Chris Bainger said 40-50mm of rain had fallen over the Welsh mountains, and it was expected to cause problems further down the River Severn.

There are currently dozens of flood warnings and alerts in England after heavy rainfall.

  • Latest updates on Shropshire flooding
  • Snow to sweep Scotland with travel disruption alerts

Defences went up in Frankwell and Coleham Head in Shrewsbury overnight.

Telford & Wrekin Council workers have spent the night distributing sand bags in the Ironbridge area. Homes that are at risk in Jackfield were the first to receive help.

Image copyright West Mercia Police
Image caption Shropshire Council said businesses were open in Shrewsbury

Follow BBC West Midlands on Facebook, on Twitter, and sign up for local news updates direct to your phone.

Share this:

  • Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Google+ (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window)
  • Click to share on WhatsApp (Opens in new window)
  • Share on Skype (Opens in new window)

Related

Related Itemscouldfloodhighestlevelsshrewsbury
UK
24th February 2020
Newsexplored @newsexploredweb

Related Itemscouldfloodhighestlevelsshrewsbury

More in UK

  • Read More
    The Papers: ‘Spend now, tax later Budget’ and ‘war at palace’

    Views:18 By BBC NewsStaff image captionThe Budget makes the lead for most of Thursday’s newspapers. The Daily...

    Newsexplored 24th February 2020
  • Read More
    Budget 2021: What do young aspiring actors make of it?

    Views:18 By Laurence CawleyBBC News, East image copyrightLaurence Cawley image captionThe BBC spoke with members of The...

    Newsexplored 24th February 2020
  • Read More
    Budget 2021: 10 ways Rishi Sunak’s speech affects you

    Views:18 By Kevin PeacheyPersonal finance correspondent, BBC News image copyrightGetty Images With lives and livelihoods still at...

    Newsexplored 24th February 2020
  • Read More
    Scotland’s papers: Sturgeon ‘on the brink’ and furlough extended

    Views:18 image copyrightThe Herald data-ad-format="auto"> image copyrightScottish Daily Express image copyrightDaily Telegraph image copyrightThe i image copyrightMetro...

    Newsexplored 24th February 2020
  • Read More
    Contraception: Should the pill be sold over the counter?

    Views:18 image copyrightThinkstock The government is asking the public whether some contraceptive pills should be sold over...

    Newsexplored 24th February 2020
  • Read More
    The Papers: Furlough extension and ‘last chance for pubs’

    Views:18 By BBC NewsStaff image captionThe papers are dominated by news that Chancellor Rishi Sunak will extend...

    Newsexplored 24th February 2020
  • Read More
    Furlough support scheme to be extended until September

    Views:18 image copyrightGetty Images The government is to announce it is extending the furlough scheme until the...

    Newsexplored 24th February 2020
  • Read More
    Welsh budget 2021: £1.1bn extra confirmed in new spending plans

    Views:18 image captionThe Welsh Government will have just over £17bn to spend in the next financial year...

    Newsexplored 24th February 2020
  • Read More
    In pictures: Scotland’s stunning sunset

    Views:18 People from across Scotland were treated to a stunning sunset on Monday, with a lucky few...

    Newsexplored 24th February 2020
  • Read More
    World Cup 2030: UK and Republic of Ireland associations back UK government support for bid

    Views:18 Wembley Stadium will host the final of Euro 2020 in June 2021 Prime Minister Boris Johnson...

    Newsexplored 24th February 2020
  • Read More
    Tourism hotspots hit hard by Covid-19 jobs crisis

    Views:18 image copyrightReuters Parts of the UK reliant on tourism have been most affected by the Covid-19...

    Newsexplored 24th February 2020
  • Read More
    The Papers: Digital travel passes and ‘prayers for Philip’

    Views:18 By BBC NewsStaff image captionEuropean leaders have pledged that a vaccination passport scheme will be open...

    Newsexplored 24th February 2020
Scroll for more
Tap
data-ad-format="auto">
NewsExplored

NewsExplored - Making sure all the latest news is explored?

Contact us for help

  • Popular

  • Latest

  • Comments

  • Transfer rumours: Kounde, Haaland, Bremer, Neuhaus, Balogun, Ziyech, Raphinha
    Sports13th February 2021
  • Station reopening at Bow Street brings first trains for 56 years
    UK14th February 2021
  • Manchester United 3-3 Everton: Dominic Calvert-Lewin scores late goal to deny hosts
    Sports6th February 2021
  • Super Bowl half-time show: How did The Weeknd do?
    Entertainment8th February 2021
  • LeBron James: NBA superstar’s evolution from high school prodigy
    USA4th March 2021
  • What is Biden doing differently at US border?
    USA3rd March 2021
  • Coronavirus: Texas and other states ease rules despite warnings
    USA3rd March 2021
  • Golden Globe Awards 2021: Stars prepare for virtual ceremony
    USA28th February 2021
  • Les Rehrer says:

    Hello Its me :P and thanks for this post

  • optumrx login says:

    Thank For News.

  • Kent Laatsch says:

    Please let me know if you're looking for a writer…

  • Bob says:

    RT News was where I learned that Erdogan controlled isis.…

Copyright © 2018 Top News Theme. Theme by MVP Themes, powered by Wordpress.

The Papers: Fury ‘gypsy king of the world’ and pandemic fears
‘Police let me down after I reported being raped’
We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it.Ok