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More than 30 elderly people were forced to leave their flats in Filey when the roof collapsed as torrential downpours caused chaos in the town.More than 30 elderly people were forced to leave their flats in Filey when the roof collapsed as torrential downpours caused chaos in the town.
Homes and businesses were evacuated after flash flooding left some areas under 5ft (1.5m) of water. Homes and businesses were abandoned after flash flooding left some areas under 5ft (1.5m) of water.
Four coastguard rescue teams were deployed to help the community, provide communications and assist the police.Four coastguard rescue teams were deployed to help the community, provide communications and assist the police.
The downpour on Wednesday also caused a substantial landslide on the rocky headland known as Filey Brigg.The downpour on Wednesday also caused a substantial landslide on the rocky headland known as Filey Brigg.
Humber Coastguard urged people to stay clear of the areas affected by the landslips.
North Yorkshire Police said no-one was injured in the roof collapse at flats in Chapel Court.North Yorkshire Police said no-one was injured in the roof collapse at flats in Chapel Court.
The town's Evron Centre was used as an emergency shelter for residents who were forced to leave their homes. The town's Evron Centre was used as an emergency shelter for residents who were forced to leave their homes, though all were relocated overnight.
The hall was equipped with camp beds and boilers to provide hot drinks to flood victims. The community centre reopened on Thursday when housing and environmental health officers were on hand offering advice to residents about cleaning up and health and housing issues.
Humber Coastguard watch manager Mike Puplett said: "The situation is very distressing for the community and the coastguard are doing all they can to assist and reassure the residents of the town. Jim Dillon, council chief executive, thanks emergency services for their "magnificent" response and praised residents who "pulled together and shown great commitment and resilience in such a difficult situation".
"Due to the landslips that have taken place, I would urge people to stay well clear of the areas affected." Scarborough Council said a special information telephone line would be staffed around the clock to give advice to people affected by the floods. The number is 01723 232521.