Flood risk remains in county

Waterways in Shropshire remained on flood alert today after this week's heavy rain led to a sharp rise in water levels.The Environment Agency has issued flood watches for the Rea Book and Cound Brook, the Tern and Perry catchments and the Upper Teme.

More rain is poised to hit England and Wales today, but forecasters have calmed fears of possible flooding.

With heavy rain predicted overnight there were concerns that parts of Britain could flood.

Shropshire Star weatherman John Warner said: "A more drizzly rain is due later on Wednesday and it's going to be quite a warm, sultry day on Thursday.

"It's unsettled really for the next week."