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Emergency crews race to major flooding in UK city with cars stranded near Asda
Emergency services are presently 'dealing with significant flooding' in Birmingham, West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS) has confirmed.
TL;DR
- Emergency services are dealing with significant flooding in Birmingham.
- Multiple major routes have been closed by firefighters, police, and council personnel.
- Social media shows cars stranded in floodwater, with reports of flooding on Queslett Road.
- Specific areas affected include Curbar Road, Thornbridge Avenue, and Haddon Road.
- Approximately one inch of rain fell in the affected areas.
- Some homes have been breached by floodwater, causing damage.
- Birmingham council advises people to vacate flooded properties and contact Floodline.
- Residents are warned to avoid walking, cycling, or driving through floodwater.