Over 100 reports of flooding made in Staffordshire in one day

By Jack Lenton

21st Jan 2021 | Local News

An example of the flooding attended by highways crews yesterday
An example of the flooding attended by highways crews yesterday

Drivers are being reminded to take extra care on the roads as heavy rain and the risk of surface water or river flooding continues to make conditions difficult.

Staffordshire's highways crews have been out in force throughout yesterday (Wednesday) as heavy and persistent rain caused flash flooding on many of the county's roads. Crews received more than 100 reports of flooding on the roads during the day.

Some of the worst affected roads include Blackbank Road and Chemical Lane in Newcastle, Talke Road in Bradwell, Sandon Road and Weston Road in Stafford, Hill Lane in Morrilow Heath, Biddles Lane in Cranberry, Stafford Road in Gnosall, Bar Hill in Madeley, Uttoxeter Road in Beamhurst, Main Street in Tatenhill, Bickford Road in Whiston, Mill Road in Cheadle and Yarnfield Lane in Yarnfield.

With a Yellow Warning for rain still in place for the region and with heavy rain expected to continue, motorists are being reminded to take extra care.

David Williams, Staffordshire County Council's Cabinet member for Highways, said: "The heavy and persistent rain we've had over the past few days has caused a number of flash flooding incidents right across the county, giving our highways crews a very busy day.

"Whilst most roads remain open, some still remain closed or partially blocked due to the flooding but crews will be working round the clock to keep them clear.

"With more heavy rain expected throughout the evening, I would again like to remind drivers to take particular care. People should drive to the conditions and be aware that there could be surface flooding around any corner. I'd also ask people not to drive through any flooded sections of road as you can never be sure how deep the water is."

"People should report any flooding problems they see on the roads on the county council website or on the MyStaffs App."

If people are worried about river flooding they can also contact the Environment Agency by calling their FloodLine on 0345 988 1188. A live list of current river flood alerts and warnings issued by the Environment Agency can be found here.

     

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