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Last Updated: Sunday, 11 January, 2004, 13:07 GMT
Flood warning still stands
The Environment Agency has warned parts of Oxfordshire are still at risk of being flooded after torrential rain on Saturday night.

A Flood Watch remains in force for the River Thame, Bear Brook, Chalgrove Brook and their tributaries.

Areas affected inlcude Cuxham to Chislehampton, Long Marston to Thame, Thame to Dorchester (Oxon) and Aston Clinton to Aylesbury.

Low-lying property, roads and farmland are at particular risk.

Further heavy rainfall is expected on Sunday and levels will continue to rise on Monday morning, the agency says.

It advises that people should ring Floodline with any queries or for updates.


SEE ALSO:
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