Car driver dies in Chew Stoke flood

A man died after his vehicle became stuck in floodwater following torrential rain in Somerset. The man was rescued from his car by a fire and rescue crew called to Chew Stoke on Thursday evening, but he was pronounced dead on the way to hospital. Other motorists had to be rescued from cars at Pensford and West Harptree. Stormy weather caused travel disruption across Somerset and Bristol, with roads blocked by floods, rubble and fallen trees and power cables.