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01/08/2008
North Ayrshire Town Suffers 'Serious Flooding'
Firefighters are tackling serious flooding in the North Ayrshire town of Kilbirnie.
It is reported that some parts of the town are under up to 1.5m of water, while the local police station has had to be evacuated.
The River Garnock burst its banks on Friday morning following severe weather conditions overnight.
Those in the Mill Court residential complex are said to be at most risk.
Thirty-five firefighters from six fire stations are involved in the clean up operation.
Additional units from Dalry, Johnstone, Dreghorn, Ardrossan and Largs were dispatched at the request of the officer in charge.
Group Commander of Strathclyde fire and rescue, Steve Fitch said: "One resident was removed from their home to safety while eight other residents were moved to the upper floor of their building and out of harm's way whilst preparations were made to temporarily relocate them."
Mr Fitch added that the "situation is now stable and flood waters are receding" although fire service crews remain at the scene.
A spokesperson for Strathclyde police said that "several" phone calls had been received from members of the public affected by the flooding from 7.50am this morning.
Scottish Ambulance staff who examined residents said "there was no individuals" giving cause for concern.
A Zodiac rescue boat is also being used in the town.
Council are making arrangements to provide alternative accommodation.
It is reported the flooding has also affected the Tesco store in Kilbirnie.
The River Garnock runs for more than 20 miles from its source in Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park. It passes through the towns of Kilbirnie, Glengarnock, Dalry and Kilwinning.
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It is reported that some parts of the town are under up to 1.5m of water, while the local police station has had to be evacuated.
The River Garnock burst its banks on Friday morning following severe weather conditions overnight.
Those in the Mill Court residential complex are said to be at most risk.
Thirty-five firefighters from six fire stations are involved in the clean up operation.
Additional units from Dalry, Johnstone, Dreghorn, Ardrossan and Largs were dispatched at the request of the officer in charge.
Group Commander of Strathclyde fire and rescue, Steve Fitch said: "One resident was removed from their home to safety while eight other residents were moved to the upper floor of their building and out of harm's way whilst preparations were made to temporarily relocate them."
Mr Fitch added that the "situation is now stable and flood waters are receding" although fire service crews remain at the scene.
A spokesperson for Strathclyde police said that "several" phone calls had been received from members of the public affected by the flooding from 7.50am this morning.
Scottish Ambulance staff who examined residents said "there was no individuals" giving cause for concern.
A Zodiac rescue boat is also being used in the town.
Council are making arrangements to provide alternative accommodation.
It is reported the flooding has also affected the Tesco store in Kilbirnie.
The River Garnock runs for more than 20 miles from its source in Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park. It passes through the towns of Kilbirnie, Glengarnock, Dalry and Kilwinning.
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