THE River Severn in Bewdley is currently 4.72 metres.

It was expected to peak last night to about 5.5 metres. Flood barriers remain in place in the town along both sides of the river and Beales Corner.

Bewdley Bridge is still closed as is the Switchback and Stourport Road.

Stourport's Lincomb Lane and Baldwin Lane are also still closed this morning due to flooding.

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