FOUR fire crews were called out last night to help rescue a motorist trapped in flood waters at Walton, Warrington.
At 21:55 three fire engines from Stockton Heath, Runcorn and Warrington, plus a technical rescue unit from Lymm, were called out to Park Lane, Higher Walton.
Firefighters used an inflatable raft to rescue an individual from a car which had become stuck in floodwater in Warrington.
It is the second such incident on the same stretch of road in recent weeks.
Cheshire Fire & Rescue have been warning drivers not to try and drive through flooded roads.
Following the incident Warrington Police issued the following warning and advice: “With the recent heavy rain, there are several roads with standing water or that have flooded.
“The car pictured drove into the ford on Park Lane in Walton last night and became stranded, thankfully the occupants were able to get out safely.
“Due to the force of the water, the car has moved from where the driver left it to it’s current position.
“If you are driving today, please be aware of any flooded roads, do not ignore any warning signs and please do not attempt to drive through them, it may take a few more minutes to use an alternative route but it will be much safer than getting stranded in flood waters.”
Police issue warning as trapped motorist rescued from flood waters
