300 homes and businesses flooded in England - Environment Agencypublished at 10:47 GMT
Image source, BBC Weather Watchers/TEETEEThe Environment Agency is warning people to "remain vigilant" as it estimates at least 300 properties have been flooded so far following the recent heavy rainfall.
The agency says its teams "have been mobilised across the country to check on other flood defences", as well as clearing river blockages and monitoring river levels.
"With another band of rain on its way, we need the public to remain vigilant to the risk of flooding", says Andrew Hitchings, flood duty manager at the Environment Agency.
"So far more 16000 homes and business have been protected but sadly 300 have suffered flooding and our thoughts are with those communities affected."
Floods Minster Emma Hardy is also urging residents to follow local advice, and says she's in "regular contact" with the Environment Agency.





