People in parts of Milton Keynes warned to be prepared for flooding today

They are warning people to be prepared and say flooding is possible because the ground is already so saturated from constant rainfall and previous floods.

River levels are already beginning to rise at the Newport Pagnell Cemetery river gauge following recent rainfall, say experts.

The Environment Agency states: "We expect flooding to affect the River Great Ouse from Newport Pagnell to Roxton. Further rainfall is forecast today. We expect river levels to begin to continue to rise in response to any rainfall, because the ground in the river catchment is already saturated."

It adds: "We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water."

A second alert is in place further up the Great Ouse, where flooding is possible in Haversham.

The alert states: "Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and follow advice from emergency services."

A Bucks Fire spokesman has warned motorists of the dangers of flooded roads. He said: "A lot of rain is expected... Please don't ignore 'road closed 'signs or drive into floodwater - it can be a lot deeper than you think".