Don't ignore the flood signs

Motorists are being told not to ignore flood signs after two vehicles became stranded on the Welshpool to Forden road.

Welshpool Fire Station’s Swift Water Rescue team and Fire Appliance were mobilised to a vehicle stuck in flood water on the A490 near to Welshpool Airport this morning.

And with the River Severn breaking its banks Dyfed Powys Police advised motorists not to ignore road signs warning of flooding as efforts were being jade to recover the vehicles.

“Please read the signs. Please don't ignore them. Please use alternative routes,” said a statement.