An alert has been issued warning people of potential flooding on land and roads near parts of the River Sow and the River Penk.

This is due to higher river levels.

Flooding is expected today (23 October) and overnight into Saturday 24 October.

The GOV.UK website said: "Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Sow between Great Bridgeford and Shugborough, the River Penk between Coven and Stafford, the Sandyford Brook, the Rising Brook, the Ridings Brook and the Saredon Brook.

"We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.

"Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.

"Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water."

"This message will be updated by 11:00AM on Saturday 24 October or as the situation changes."

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To contact the Floodline helpline (Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week):

Telephone: 0345 988 1188

Textphone: 0345 602 6340

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