House boat sinks in the floods

[Alan de Enfield]

 

In Lewes, a houseboat sunk and was carried down the River Ouse in the aftermath of the storm.

The RNLI in Newhaven reported that the vessel, which had been moored near a bridge over the river, had become “unleased” as the river swelled with floodwater.

 

The houseboat could be seen partially submerged as it was carried away downstream by the torrent of water.

 

 

Flood warnings remained in place for parts of Sussex, including Barcombe Mills, Hellingly, Horsebridge, Alfriston, Mock Bridge and Pulborough.

West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service, which dealt with roughly 70 incidents overnight, urged motorists not to travel through deep floodwater as they could end up stuck and needing assistance.

[Old Son]

Very sad.