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Somerset village evacuated after flood defences breached

Marines and police have helped to evacuate residents in the Somerset village of Moorland after their flood defences were breached. One resident built a giant wall out of clay around his house to try to stem rising flood waters.

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Advice for Somerset residents evacuated in flooding

Avon and Somerset Police have put together a 'Frequently Asked Questions' pack for people being evacuated as a result of the flooding.

The pack says: "Our strong advice is to leave as soon as possible".

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