The Government has issued a flood warning for specific rivers and streets in Shefford and Langford telling residents to avoid "unnecessary danger".

Areas most at risk, the Government warns, are Hazel Close, Scotgrange Meadow, The Hollies, South Bridge Street, Kingsmede, North Bridge Street, Hardwick Close, Riverside, Powells Road, Bedford Road and Heronslee in Shefford and Pedley Lane and Stanford Lane in Clifton.

The Gov.UK map shows the areas likely to flood in Shefford and Langdon.The Gov.UK map shows the areas likely to flood in Shefford and Langford. (Image: Gov.uk) The Government warning says: "The forecast is for further light rain today and drier conditions later on in the week.

"Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger."

They will provide a further update at 9am tomorrow.