FLOODING 3RD JANUARY 2016
After 18 months with no flooding this winter has seen the warmest weather but also a prolonged spell of heavy and persistent rain. It seems that day after day has been wet, windy and raining. This past week has seen flooding on the 30th December, again overnight on New Years day and this morning the 3rd January more heavy rain has seen the River Hems burst its banks and flow into the fields and lane surrounding Hemsford. Fortunately the rain has now stopped for a brief sunny interlude which has allowed me to take the pictures and video. More heavy rain is forecast for the next week so I am expecting some more picture opportunities later in the week!