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A vehicle was rescued by the fire service in the Wellington area

Flood warnings in place across Somerset after overnight rainfall

The warning has been issued across the South West.

The warning has been issued across the South West.

South West braces for thunderstorms which could cause travel disruption

Poor harvests could increase the price of food and drink in the UK this year

Poor harvests could increase the price of food and drink in the UK this year

Wetter weather could push up the price of bread, beer and biscuits in the UK

People wade through flood water in Loughborough (Callum Parke/PA).

People wade through flood water in Loughborough (Callum Parke/PA).

James Heappey MP

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Flooded Somerset residents could claim up to £5,000 in government grants

Flooding in the village of Croscombe is a common occurrence for residents.

Flooding in the village of Croscombe is a common occurrence for residents.

Local government

Flood damaged homes and business in Somerset can now claim up to £5,000 from UK Gov

An area of the caravan park flooded last week

An area of the caravan park flooded last week

Caravan park’s area to re-open to holidaymakers after flooding

The warning will be in place until 10 pm tonight (Monday, April 15)

The warning will be in place until 10 pm tonight (Monday, April 15)

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Weather warning in place as strong winds could cause disruption in Somerset

Watchet Harbour pictured during high tides this week.

Watchet Harbour pictured during high tides this week.

Pictures: High tides and strong winds seen across Somerset this week

A photo taken at the caravan park this morning

A photo taken at the caravan park this morning

Holidaymakers ‘successfully moved’ after flooding at caravan park

The caravan park was hit by flooding

The caravan park was hit by flooding

Somerset caravan park hit by flooding after recent heavy rain and high tides

A photo taken at Blue Anchor today

A photo taken at Blue Anchor today

Flood warning in place for Somerset coast as strong winds hit the county

Met Office map shows the area covered by the yellow weather warning for wind.

Met Office map shows the area covered by the yellow weather warning for wind.

Strong winds and large waves could hit parts of Somerset under fresh weather warning

A map from the Met Office showing the area covered by the weather warning

A map from the Met Office showing the area covered by the weather warning

‘Strong winds and large coastal waves’ expected in the South West

Several flood alerts have been issued across Somerset. (Pictured: River Tone in Taunton.)

Several flood alerts have been issued across Somerset. (Pictured: River Tone in Taunton.)

Several flood alerts issued across Somerset following Met Office weather warning

A thick covering of snow on Exmoor on Wednesday, March 27.

A thick covering of snow on Exmoor on Wednesday, March 27.

Pictures: Blanket of snow covers parts of Somerset for second time this year

A yellow weather warning for wind has been issued across Somerset and Devon.

A yellow weather warning for wind has been issued across Somerset and Devon.

Weather warning issued ahead of potential 'hazardous conditions' in Somerset & Devon

Homes in Shepton Mallet and Croscombe were flooded in October 2020

Homes in Shepton Mallet and Croscombe were flooded in October 2020

Local government

Report into flooding of 26 homes following torrential downpours

Several flood alerts have been issued across Somerset.

Several flood alerts have been issued across Somerset.

Flooding possible near Taunton as several flood alerts issued across Somerset

Exmoor looked like a fantasyland due to the snow.

Exmoor looked like a fantasyland due to the snow.

Snowy Somerset: The best photos from this weekend's snow across the county

A photo taken today by Somerset Council

A photo taken today by Somerset Council

Emergency road closure gates close after floods

Bakers Lane in Chilcompton

Bakers Lane in Chilcompton

Driver hits home as areas of Somerset hit with snow

The River Tone could flood today

The River Tone could flood today

'Flooding expected' on parts of River Tone this weekend

Some disruption expected.

Some disruption expected.

Some disruption expected as yellow weather warning issued across the South West

A photo of the River Tone in Taunton during the recent heavy downpour that hit Somerset

A photo of the River Tone in Taunton during the recent heavy downpour that hit Somerset

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Flood warning in place as River Tone levels remain high

Emergency services were called to the Wallbridge area of Frome

Emergency services were called to the Wallbridge area of Frome

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River bursts its banks in Somerset town for third time this year

800 tons of sand were cleared from the Minehead seafront today

800 tons of sand were cleared from the Minehead seafront today

800 tons of sand cleared from Somerset town’s seafront

Longrun Meadow in French Weir Park this morning

Longrun Meadow in French Weir Park this morning

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Heavy rain causes floods and road closures in Somerset

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Flood warnings in place as more rain is forecast for Somerset

The warning will be in place for 12 hours tomorrow (Sunday, February 25)

The warning will be in place for 12 hours tomorrow (Sunday, February 25)

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12-hour yellow warning for rain issued for the South West

Damage to a 150-year-old oak tree in East Devon after a suspected tornado in January.

Damage to a 150-year-old oak tree in East Devon after a suspected tornado in January.

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Tornado warning issued for South West region by research organisation

Those affected are urged not to attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water.

Those affected are urged not to attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water.

Shocking number of flood warnings and alerts issued across Somerset today

The area in red along the River Sheppey spanning from Lower Godney to Shepton Mallet where flooding is expected.

The area in red along the River Sheppey spanning from Lower Godney to Shepton Mallet where flooding is expected.

'Residents are strongly urged to take action now' - flood warning for River Sheppey

Residents should take care when travelling.

Residents should take care when travelling.

South West in for a soaking tomorrow as yellow weather warning gets issued

'Scuff kayaking' during the floods of 2013-14.

'Scuff kayaking' during the floods of 2013-14.

Local photographer to showcase pictures of floods from ten years ago

The River Tone through French Weir Park in Taunton was full to the brim again last week.

The River Tone through French Weir Park in Taunton was full to the brim again last week.

'Flooding possible' in Taunton as more flood warnings and alerts issued for Somerset

The A361 in Burrowbridge closed last month due to floods.

The A361 in Burrowbridge closed last month due to floods.

Key roads shut in Somerset this morning as rain continues to cause flooding chaos

Taunton Town FC's match against Chippenham has been postponed following a pitch inspection.

Taunton Town FC's match against Chippenham has been postponed following a pitch inspection.

Taunton Town FC match called off following pitch inspection for third game in a row

Flooding in Hemyock last year.

Flooding in Hemyock last year.

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Flood alerts in place for Somerset after Met Office issues another weather warning

Motorists are reminded to drive carefully.

Motorists are reminded to drive carefully.

Motorists told not to ignore Road Closed signs as flooding continues in Somerset

Some roads in Somerset are still closed after the recent bad weather

Some roads in Somerset are still closed after the recent bad weather

Three emergency road closures are currently in place after heavy rain

Emergency closures in place due to flood water

The weather warning will be in place for 12 hours on Wednesday, February 21

The weather warning will be in place for 12 hours on Wednesday, February 21

Flooding and disruption expected as weather warning issued for South West

Flooding caused by the River Sheppey bursting its banks between Glastonbury and Wells.

Flooding caused by the River Sheppey bursting its banks between Glastonbury and Wells.

'Be prepared': several flood alerts issued across Somerset following heavy rain

Driving through a flood could cause significant damage to your car.

Driving through a flood could cause significant damage to your car.

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Somerset town once again faces flooding: 'Please drive safe and plan your route'

A weather warning has been issued for this weekend

A weather warning has been issued for this weekend

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Another heavy rain weather warning issued for the South West

A map showing the area covered by the weather warning

A map showing the area covered by the weather warning

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Further rain could bring disruption to Somerset with yellow warning in place

Several flood alerts and warnings are in effect across Somerset.

Several flood alerts and warnings are in effect across Somerset.

Flooding expected in areas of Somerset today as more alerts and warnings issued

The Met Office forecast for this week

The Met Office forecast for this week

Planning half term fun with the kids? Check the weather forecast

Yellow Met Office warning of heavy rain

Yellow Met Office warning of heavy rain

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Heavy rain warning issued by Met Office

Flooding is 'expected' in areas marked in red, whilst flooding is 'possible' in areas in orange

Flooding is 'expected' in areas marked in red, whilst flooding is 'possible' in areas in orange

'Act now': flooding expected in areas of Somerset as alert upgraded to warning

An Arla milk tanker is stuck in floodwater near Yeovil.

An Arla milk tanker is stuck in floodwater near Yeovil.

Tanker with thousands of pounds worth of milk on board stuck in Somerset floodwater

Residents should 'be prepared' for flooding in Taunton.

Residents should 'be prepared' for flooding in Taunton.

Taunton town centre among areas issued with flood alerts and warnings across Somerset

A flood alert has been issued for rivers in east Somerset.

A flood alert has been issued for rivers in east Somerset.

'Be prepared': flood alert issued for rivers in east Somerset

The River Tone through French Weir Park looks full to the brim.

The River Tone through French Weir Park looks full to the brim.

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River Tone full to the brim as heavy rain set to continue through the night

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