Flooding in Britain has led to submerged rail lines and damage to roads, prompting major train operators to urge people not to travel.
The UK has seen the worst flooding in modern history as over 4.7 inches of rain fell last Friday alone. One of the worst hit areas is Gloucestershire in the West Country, where water levels in the River Severn are still rising and expected to hit their full height tomorrow evening.
Scores of train services have been cancelled throughout the West Country and the Midlands. Train operators are advising passengers not to travel following route blockages and bus replacement services were left unable to cope due to damaged roads.
Virgin Trains routes from Birmingham to the West Country and the south coast are currently blocked. The First Great Western line linking Oxford to Worcester and Hereford is closed for at least a week with no alternative road transport, while Central Trains have cancelled trains from Birmingham to Cardiff and Hereford.
Most lines remain closed until further notice apart from some which will be shut until August.
By staff writer
