Shropshire Flooding: River levels continue to rise in Bridgnorth
As river levels continue to rise in Bridgnorth, Shropshire Council Highways Teams have closed Riverside.
Shropshire Council is asking for those with vehicles parked on Riverside to move them as soon as possible as the entire road will flood soon.
The Environment Agency says it is closely monitoring the situation. Incident response staff are checking defences.
Local residents at risk of flooding are asked to activate any property flood protection products, such as flood barriers and air brick covers and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
Shropshire Council is asking residents in low lying areas of Bridgnorth to keep updated with Environment Agency flood warnings. The council says it is monitoring the situation with partners and will provide updates throughout the day.
Rest Centre Opened
Shropshire Council has opened a rest centre in Bridgnorth for those affected by the floods caused by the rainfall during Storm Dennis. A further rest centre will be opened should the need arise.
The rest centre is at the Castle Hall, West Castle Street, WV16 4AB. Shelter, tea and coffee is being provided to residents in need of support.
Shropshire Council says it is continuing to work round the clock in response to Storm Dennis and want to reassure people affected, that all partners are working together to keep people safe and plans have been put in place for the coming days.
The council’s emergency planning team have also been in action as part for the wider coordination effort involving the emergency services, Environment Agency, and other key partners.
To report any emergency issues relating to the flooding, call 0345 678 9006.
Road Closures
The A442 near to the Rugby Club is currently flooded and the road is closed. West Mercia Police is urging motorists to find an alternative route.
A442 Sutton Maddock to Bandon Island
Doctors Lane, Bridgnorth
Riverside, Bridgnorth
Severn Side South, Bridgnorth
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