Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service said that at around 12:20pm yesterday (January 1) crews from Didcot fire station were called to a report of the subway flooding at the town’s train station and railway centre.
A spokesperson for the fire service said: “Utilising some pumping equipment from our Decontamination and Environmental Protection Unit we managed to keep the water a manageable level.”
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Oxfordshire County Council has issued flood advice. In the event of an emergency or severe flooding, follow these steps to stay safe:
- If you are asked to evacuate your home, follow the advice of the emergency services
- Move family and pets upstairs, or to a high place with a means of escape
- Move important items and documents upstairs or somewhere high and safe
- Turn off electricity and water supplies if flood water is about to enter your home – DO NOT touch any electrical appliances or cables when standing in flood water
- Check vulnerable neighbours or relatives if you are able to
- Avoid walking or driving through floodwater
This story was written by Anna Colivicchi, she joined the team this year and covers health stories for the Oxfordshire papers.
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