Major incident declared in Somerset after Storm Chandra

Major incident declared in Somerset after Storm Chandra

Around 50 properties in Somerset have been flooded and more could be reported in the coming days

Major incident declared in Somerset as Storm Chandra causes flooding

A major incident has been declared in Somerset as authorities step up their response to widespread flooding caused by Storm Chandra. Somerset Council, the Environment Agency and emergency services are working together after heavy rain overnight into Tuesday led to rising water levels in parts of the county. Although conditions are expected to be drier on Wednesday, the risk of further flooding on the Somerset Levels and Moors remains high as wat…