HEAVY rain has brought major flooding to Herefordshire this morning.
Many routes across the county have been closed, with most routes in and out of Hereford city impassable.
Water levels are not expected to peak until this afternoon.
We'll be keeping you updated with all the latest travel and weather throughout the day.
Sandbags have been delivered to properties of the Ridgemoor area of Leominster this evening as the level of the river Lugg remains high.
The Enviroment Agency said the river level is peaking at Butts Bridge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall.
"Consequently, flooding of property is imminent," they added.
"Flooding is affecting properties and roads in and around Leominster. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
"We expect river levels to remain high until Monday. We are closely monitoring the situation."
The Met Office is currently predicting a dry night for Herefordshire, but there will be showers on Monday morning from 5am. Minimum temperature overnight 2°C.
After the early rain, Monday should be a largely dry day with a few brighter spells developing during the afternoon. Maximum temperature 9°C.
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