Storm Ciara: Avenham Park flooded by river Ribble

Police in Preston are urging residents to take extra care after parts of Avenham Park were flooded when the river Ribble burst its banks.
Avenham Park flooded after the river Ribble burst its banks. Picture by Preston PoliceAvenham Park flooded after the river Ribble burst its banks. Picture by Preston Police
Avenham Park flooded after the river Ribble burst its banks. Picture by Preston Police

A police spokesman said river levels were still rising after heavy rain overnight and this morning.

"The River Ribble is rising and has flooded lots of areas around the park," the spokesman added.

"Please be careful whilst out walking dogs etc as you may get very wet due to the rising waters!"

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