Multiple flood warnings issued across UK as rivers burst banks

Villages in Worcestershire, England's West Midlands, have been hit by flooding as the Avon River once again burst its banks following days of heavy rain.

Vehicle on flooded road in the village of Eckington in Worcestershire, central England. /VCG Photo

Flooded fields in the village of Eckington in Worcestershire, central England. /VCG Photo

Car driving on flooded road in the village of Lower Apperley in Gloucestershire, central England. /VCG Photo

Flooded road in the village of Eckington in Worcestershire, central England. /VCG Photo

The flooding has forced many roads, schools and hospitals to be closed, and also stranded many residents.

Across the country, heavy rain has led to over 140 flood warnings by Sunday as the rivers Severn and Avon burst their banks.

(All images via VCG)

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