Flood warnings as further storms expected

As further rain and wind is expected, the Thames Barrier has been closed to protect people and property along the river.

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Children's playground underwater in Sunbury. Credit: ITV News

The Thames Barrier is due to reopen at 6pm after high tides earlier on.

But flooding is still causing problems for people in and around the capital.

In Sunbury-on-Thames, Surrey, children's parks and river paths are underwater.

Also, some trains coming into London are delayed due to two land slips in southern England.

Children's playground underwater in Sunbury. Credit: ITV News

The latest weather forecast with Martin Stew:

Photographs were taken of the Thames Barrier when it was closed earlier today.

Due to high waters officials decided to shut it to protect people and property along the river.

Flood warnings in the south east

As further heavy rain and severe winds are expected, flooding warnings are issued in the south east.