Malmesbury has been hit by flooding – with roads and footpaths impassable.
Motorists, and pedestrians, face disruption to travel today (Tuesday) as the River Avon bursts its banks following heavy rainfall due to Storm Henk.
Due to “extreme flooding” in Park Lane, Buildbase remains closed.
Conygre Mead nature reserve, off Mill Lane, is also underwater. Many other areas in the south of Malmesbury are affected.
In positive news, one local resident claims they spotted an otter enjoying the flooded river.
“Only attempt to drive through flood water if you know it’s not too deep and maintain a steady, slow speed to avoid creating a bow wave”, the AA said.
“The air intake on many cars is low down at the front and just an egg cupful of water in the combustion chamber is enough to wreck an engine.”
You should never:
- Enter flood water that is moving or more than 10 centimetres (four inches) deep
- Drive fast through standing water
- Prop the bonnet open while you wait for help to arrive
You should always:
- Test your brakes as soon as you can after leaving the water
- Use headlights when visibility is seriously reduced
- Drive slowly and steadily to avoid creating a bow wave
- Use a low gear so the engine revs are higher when moving slowly
