Tractor triggers flood chaos in Worcestershire town
- A tractor drove through a flooded Tenbury Wells during Storm Bert, causing significant damage.
- The flooding occurred after the Kyre Brook overflowed, leaving the town underwater.
- Investigations by the West Mercia Police are underway regarding the incident.
On Sunday, 24 November 2024, a tractor exacerbated flooding in Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire, as Storm Bert struck the area. The Kyre Brook burst its banks, leading to a wall collapse and ultimately leaving the town submerged under four meters of water. Witnesses expressed disbelief as the tractor driver was filmed carelessly driving through the floodwaters, generating a massive wave that crashed into local businesses, resulting in smashed windows and significant property damage. Authorities, including West Mercia Police, have launched an investigation into the driver's actions and are engaging with local residents and business owners to assess the damage caused by the incident. Fortunately, there have been no arrests made yet as the investigation is still ongoing.