Persistent rain and high winds have caused major disruption in the East of England.
Persistent rain and high winds from Storm Babet have caused flooding and major disruption across the East of England.
Train routes have also been affected, with some lines betweeen Stowmarket and Norwich blocked. There's disruption in Thetford and between Colchester and Ipswich.Fakenham Racecourse also called off Friday's jumps fixtures, saying 17mm of rain had fallen since 2.30am on Friday and that the "situation will only get worse".
He added: “We urge drivers to heed the warnings, especially where flooding has already happened or is likely over the next few days.“It’s vital anyone who absolutely has to travel prepares themselves for a longer journey, or considers waiting until the storm has passed before making it.”
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