Amber flood alerts issued for Somerset: See if you're affected
The areas affected are River Yeo and River Parrett Moors around Muchelney and Thorney and South East Somerset Rivers, Upper Reaches.
The area affected by the second alert is River Yeo from Sherborne to Yeovil, River Wriggle, Barwick Stream, West Coker Stream and the River Cam.
The Environment Agency say that the Sherbourne Lake levels have dropped slightly, meaning that it is nearly full.
The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station has fallen slightly meaning it is nearly full. Pumping has begun to reduce overspill and flooding in the area.
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for rain and wind for the South West from midday on Sunday (February 23) until 23.59pm.
READ MORE: Somerset and Devon: Yellow weather warning for rain and wind.
A EA spokesman said: "With heavy rainfall expected today, the Flood Alert is likely to remain in effect as water levels rise again. Rain is forecast to begin at 11 AM, with an estimated 20–45mm expected over the next 24 hours.
"We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels and will continue to assess the situation.
"Please take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through floodwaters. Flooding of roads and low-lying areas is possible, but property flooding is not expected at this stage."
Check the @TravelSomerset website and social media for information on road closures.
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