Flood warnings along River Thames in Surrey

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Fresh flooding is expected in towns and villages close to the River Thames in Surrey as levels continue to rise.

The Environment Agency has issued 12 flood warnings between Staines and Thames Ditton.

Levels are expected to rise as the rain that fell on saturated ground earlier this week drains into the river system.

Some properties close to the river in East and West Molesey, Staines, Sunbury and Weybridge have already been affected by flood water.

'We're done for'

Allegra Taylor, who lives on Sunbury Court Island, said the rising water level was causing real concern for residents.

She added: "It looks dreadful here and we're just praying that it doesn't get any higher because if it comes into the house we're really done for - everything precious to us is stacked up on the floors."

A flood warning has also been issued for the Chertsey Bourne at Chertsey.

Dozens of homes were flooded in the town on Wednesday, forcing some residents to spend the night in a community centre in nearby Shepperton.

Properties at the Abbey Fields caravan park were also surrounded by water from the River Thames.

'Critical support'

Elmbridge Borough Council has issued sandbags in areas its says are particularly vulnerable, posted flood advice on its website and urged motorists to take drive with care.

In a statement on its website, Spelthorne Borough Council said it would be "focusing on the most vulnerable people and providing critical support".

It also encouraged residents to "keep an eye out for neighbours - young or old" who may need help.

The Met Office said it would be dry and sunny for most of Friday but would cloud over during the evening with some outbreaks of rain crossing all parts of the county overnight.