A major A-road has been closed in both directions by flooding as it passes by a Wiltshire town. The A350 is shut by Chippenham between the Bumpers Farm roundabout and Cepen Way South roundabout. Wiltshire Police is waiting for a tanker to be able to clear the road, and has recommended finding an alternative route until then.
A police spokesperson said: "Drivers please be aware that the A350 is currently closed in both directions between Bumpers Farm roundabout and Cepen Way South roundabout due to extensive flooding. "We are awaiting a tanker to be able to clear the road. Please find alternate routes.
" Meanwhile, in Swindon, the council has been busy clearing trees from roads. Don’t miss out on our biggest sale of the year! Get a full year of the Wiltshire Times for only £25 or try 6 months for just £6. Support local journalism and stay informed about what matters most.
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com/vD7vqDmb8H A council spokesperson said: “Please take extra care if you have to venture out onto the roads today. "Our Highways team and tree gang are out dealing with fallen trees and branches across the Borough as a result of today’s stormy weather. “Our highways team were called out to Corral Close in Nine Elms and Atworth Close in Penhill this morning to deal with trees which had fallen over as a result of Storm Bert.
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