Residents are counting the cost after torrential rain led to widespread flooding across the District.
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service reported they were called out to several incidents of flooding in Lancaster on Thursday morning.
This included at several properties on Willow Lane, where fire crews were on site for more than seven hours.
Crews from Lancaster, Silverdale and Fulwood used wading poles and swift water rescue gear to isolate gas and electricity supplies to affected properties.
Two fire engines from Morecambe and Carnforth also went to flooding involving several homes on Brook Street.
A fire service spokesperson said that a light pressure pump, two handbag pumps and scene lighting were used to clear significant flood water from properties. Crews were on the scene for around 10 hours and 30 minutes.
Fire crews also went to homes on Princess Avenue, where firefighters isolated electricity supplies to affected properties and checked on residents' welfare. Crews were on the scene for around one hour and 20 minutes.
And a fire crew from Hornby went to flooding at several homes on Avondale Road, using a main pump to clear water, unblock drains and isolate electricity supplies to affected properties. They were there for around one hour and 20 minutes.
Flooding in the Brook Street, Carr House Lane and Dallas Road area of Lancaster on Thursday. Video: Paul Fisher
Several businesses reported that they had to close for the day, or delay opening, due to floods after heavy rainfall overnight and into Thursday morning.
There were also multiple reports of flood water on many of the District's roads.
A Lancaster City Council spokesperson said they had been working across the community to clear areas affected by yesterday’s flash flooding.
"Our teams have been checking affected areas, sweeping debris and supporting residents and businesses where needed.
"This has been a real partnership effort, with, Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service, United Utilities, Lancashire County Council the Environment Agency and ourselves all working together to respond to issues caused by the intense rainfall.
"We had staff on the ground supporting tenants in the small number of council homes affected, as well as other residents who needed assistance.
"Our teams are continuing to check in with those residents, but anyone experiencing unexpected costs and financial hardship as a result of the flooding may be able to access support through our Crisis & Resilience Fund - Lancaster City Council
"We have visited local businesses known to have been affected by the flood, but if any business needs help removing flooding-related debris, please contact us at publicrealm@lancaster.gov.uk."
The Lancashire Resilience Forum is reminding residents and businesses about the support and advice available on its website HERE.
Advice includes:
- To know your flood risk check GOV.UK or call the Environment Agency’s Floodline on 0345 988 1188.
- You can Sign up for free flood alerts and warnings from the Environment Agency or call Floodline on 0345 988 1188
- If your home or business is located in a flood risk area, visit The Flood Hub for support in creating flood plans for your household, business and community.
- Prepare an emergency pack and keep it within easy reach if needed.
- The Environment Agency recommends installing Property Flood Resilience products in advance of flooding.
- Protect your property with flood defence products such as flood doors, flood boards and airbrick covers. The National Flood Forum’s independent directory of flood protection products and services - Blue Pages - can help you select what you need.
- Keep drains and gutters clear of leaves. If you notice drains on your road are blocking up, report it to Lancashire County Council
- Know how to turn off your water, gas and electricity. You can visit www.powercut105.com or call 105 to report or get information about power cuts in your local area.
- Make sure your insurance covers flooding.
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