AFTER more heavy rain, flodding continues to impact on Hitchin, forcing some residents to move from their homes as a precaution.

Following the closure of Woolgrove Road in Hitchin and the evacuation of some residents, St Faith's Church has opened its doors for any affected residents to get advice and a warm drink.

St Faith's Church will remain open until 8pm this evening (Friday 27). It will open again tomorrow (Saturday 28) from 10.30am-12pm and 2-4pm. If you need to contact us outside of these hours you can call our Herts Careline number on 0300 999 2 999.

North Herts' Council's street cleaning team will support the clean up work once flood waters have receded.

Meanwhile, if you, or anyone you know is affected by the recent flooding, please report it to Hertfordshire County Council.

Flood warning

A Flood Warning has been issued by the Environment Agency for Ash Brook, Ippollitts Brook and River Purwell at Hitchin, Ashbrook, Little Wymondley and Graveley.

Advice if you've been affected by flooding

If you or anyone you know has been affected by the recent flooding, here are some links to useful advice and guidance:

• What to do after a flood: advice on what your next steps should be
• Flooding and health: advice for the public - advice on how to keep you and your family safe while cleaning up your home affected by flooding
• Food safety after a flood - how to prepare your food safely in the event of a flood in the home
• National Flood Forum - advice on what to do if a flood is about to occur.
• Insurance: if you have buildings or contents insurance for your home, contact your insurer's emergency claims line.