Wiltshire Council has asked residents affected by flooding to contact them over email for support.

Storm Bert caused extreme rainfall across the county, leading to closed roads and major disruption in towns like Bradford on Avon, Chippenham and Melksham.

The council has said it understands how “distressing” flooding can be for Wiltshire’s communities, with many businesses facing water damage to their properties.

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A resident dealing with the flooding in Bradford on Avon.A resident dealing with the flooding in Bradford on Avon. (Image: Trevor Porter) Cllr Nick Holder, cabinet member for highways and flooding, said: “We were sorry to witness the flooding experienced by residents and businesses in Bradford on Avon, Chippenham, Melksham and other communities across Wiltshire.

“We understand how distressing flooding can be for our communities and are committed to doing all we can to support affected residents and businesses.

“We are now working to help residents and businesses affected by flooding to access available support.

“Details of the support potentially available following Storm Bert has not yet been released by central Government.

"Despite this, we are asking residents affected by flooding to email customerservices@wiltshire.gov.uk with their details, while businesses can contact hello@swgrowthhub.co.uk with their name, property address and email.

“We will then provide updates as soon as further information is available.”