Man rescued from flood water in Broadclyst

Appliances from Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service were called to rescue a man who had become stuck in flood water today ( Tuesday 4th February).

The man had become stuck in floodwater whilst driving his vehicle in Broadclyst.

The Fire Service were called to the incident at 7.19 am today ( Tuesday 4th February).

One fire appliance from Middlemoor, one fire appliance from Danes Castle and a specialist water rescue team from Bridgwater were mobilised to this incident. 

Both the male and his vehicle were moved to safety by crews wearing dry suits and floatation devices.