A critical incident has been declared by East Midlands Ambulance for the first time ever, with flooding partly responsible for the “level of escalation”. A major incident was declared by authorities in Lincolnshire on Monday night, with a warning that more flooding could occur on Tuesday.

North Yorkshire is experiencing hazardous conditions due to heavy snow, freezing temperatures, and flooding risks. with motorists advised to exercise caution.

Dozens of people have been rescued from flooded homes and stranded cars as a soggy and cold spell continued to disrupt life across parts of the U.K. More wintry weather was expected