Communities across the North West have been hit severe flooding over Christmas and the New Year after a series of December storms wreaked havoc on the country. The Army and an RAF chinook have helped avert disaster in the Lancashire village of Croston where three severe flood warnings were in place.
An RAF chinook helicopter has continued to drop sandbags to shore up flood defences in Croston village in Lancashire.
Residents have praised the great community spirit, after the local sports centre provided food and shelter for those forced out of their homes.
Prince Harry meets soldiers deployed to flood-ravaged regions over Christmas to thank them for their efforts
Residents of the Ribble Valley can apply for up to £5,000 in funding to protect their homes against future flooding.
Small Business Minister, Anna Soubry to visit flood hit Croston to announce more funding to help get people back on their feet.