Flash flooding hits Tyne & Wear

Dan Ashby's live report from a house in Gateshead damaged by the recent flash floods.

Residents in Felling, Gateshead, say not enough is being done to protect them from floods.

Many people are still living in houses with damp flooring, and wet sofas after being hit for a second time on Sunday.

They have complained that there are not enough drains in the area to protect them.

Northumbrian Water are yet to comment.

The southbound lane of the central motorway in Newcastle has been closed because of flooding. The area affected is near the junction with the coast road.

Northumbria Police say diversions are in operation.

Street cleaners and water pumps are out across the region after more than 100 homes were flooded yesterday during a thunder storm. In Jedburgh a river burst its banks and on Tyneside some people were left stranded in their homes.

Police are continuing to work with partners following heavy rainfall yesterday.

Various areas throughout the region were affected - mainly in South Tyneside and Gateshead - and there is disruption to roads and transport.

The Swing Bridge remains closed due to debris caused by the flooding. It currently remains closed and anyone travelling on the road is advised to find an alternative route.

All other roads have been reopened.