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Thousands of Thames flood victims battle power cuts

Power cuts have been reported in Datchet, Singleton and East Marden in the Thames area amid continued flooding. Around 1,700 homes are thought to have been affected, as storms continue to hit southern Britain.

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Volunteers rescue three puppies from flooded home

Volunteers have been towing residents of Wraysbury in Berkshire to safety in whatever floating crafts they could find.

Sue O'Brien was carrying her three bearded collie puppies to dry ground after the family grew tired of living on the first floor of their flooded home.

One elderly resident called for the army to be deployed to help with the evacuation.

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