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Flood warning after heavy rain hits London and south east

Torrential downpours and flooding have swamped parts of London and the South East in the early hours of EU referendum day, with the London Fire Brigade inundated with a day's calls in just 90 minutes.

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London and South East braced for more heavy rain

The Environment Agency has warned of more heavy rain in England and the South East on Thursday afternoon and evening.

It could lead to further flooding in these areas after torrential downpours overnight, which has affected many homes and businesses, and caused severe travel disruption.

At present, six flood warnings, where flooding is expected, and 39 alerts, where flooding is possible are in place.

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