There were several appels for sand and sandbags from businesses and people across the area as flood waters continued to rise today (December 26).
At the Tap & Kitchen restaurant on Oundle Wharf near Peterborough staff made an appeal on Facebook which said: “Help!! We need sand. We are trying to protect the restaurant from possible flooding. We need another tonne of sand.”
An Environment Agency Flood Alert update said: “Heavy rain has been falling on the River Nene catchment over the last few days, with further rain expected overnight Saturday, 26th December.
“The rising river levels have caused flooding of low lying land and roads, and we expect properties in Peterborough to continue to be affected over the weekend, 26-27th December.
“The river is forecast to continue to rise as the next rainfall arrives.
“Low lying properties near the River Nene are most at risk. The impacts are likely to last throughout the weekend. Stay safe and be aware of your local surroundings, avoid contact with flood water, and riverside paths.
“Our staff are out in the area to check the flood defences, clear blockages, and assist the Emergency Services and Council. We are closely monitoring the situation.”
A flood warning for the North Bank Road alongside the River Nene, east of Peterborough and west of Dog-in-a-Doublet Sluice remains in place.
The Environment Agency said: “Whilst the Flood Warning is in force, the Local Authority will close North Bank Road. Diversionary routes will be put in place and further updates will be available through local media.
“This Flood Warning is expected to stay in force for several hours until tide lock conditions improve. Please follow diversionary routes until the local authority re-open the road.”
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The Environment Agency map showing Flood Alerts in the Peterborough area. Photo: Midlands
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The boats show the normal bankside on Peterborough's Embankment. Picture: Toby Wood Photo: Midlands
