17-Year-Old Rescued from Floodwaters as Lincolnshire Faces Widespread Flooding
A 17-year-old boy was rescued from floodwaters in Grimsby, part of a larger flooding crisis affecting over 100 homes in Lincolnshire. The emergency declaration comes as more than 55 flood warnings are in place across Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire. Roads, including the A1, have been closed due to flooding, and local authorities are on high alert for potential further incidents. Environment minister Emma Hardy emphasized the government’s commitment to improving flood defences.