AN OFFICIAL flood warning has been issued for Haddington after torrential rain overnight into this morning.
Police Scotland, Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA), and East Lothian Council said there was a potential for flooding in a number of streets in the River Tyne area, between Victoria Terrace and Nungate Gardens (points A and B respectively on the map below).
The warning means that "flooding is expected and immediate action required", says SEPA.
It is believed that the worst risk of flooding has now passed, however.
Police said water was likely to back up in small drains and cause localised flooding behind the wall in the Nungate Bridge area.
Surface water was also expected to be an issue and there will also be standing water.
Despite the warning, Jonny Dunbar, co-director at the Waterside Bistro, told the Courier he was "not too worried".
He said: "It has actually gone down since last night, so it should be alright, but we're ready just in case."
Alexander Moncrieff, who lives on nearby Ford Road, also felt the water levels had dropped.
He said: "It's definitely going down so I'm not too worried about it to be honest - fingers crossed."
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Residents are advised to remain vigilant and to keep in mind that it is the occupant’s responsibility to protect their property, along with themselves, say police.
The Floodline quick dial number for this area is 23216. If you are affected, you can contact Floodline directly via www.floodlinescotland.org.uk or 0345 9881188 for further advice.
This flood warning is now in force until further notice.
Chief Inspector Matthew Paden, local area commander for East Lothian, said: “This flood warning is a precautionary measure and we are advising the public to take appropriate action to mitigate any flooding.
“For the most up to date information, get in touch with Floodline immediately and avoid contact with flood water.”
Areas at risk include: St Martins Gate; St Martins Close; St Martins Court; Dunollie Gardens; Tyne Court; The Sands; Church Street; Poldrate; Bridge Street; Goodalls Place; Gowl Close; Ford Road; Giffordgate and Waterside.
Although SEPA's flood warning remained in force this evening, a council spokeswoman told the Courier that no further flooding was expected this evening.
She also advised drivers to take care on the roads this evening, adding: “The council will be gritting the roads later this evening as normal during periods of low temperature.
"However, given the volume of surface water that has accumulated over the past few days and the freezing temperatures expected tonight, roads may remain icy in places through to the morning.
"Drivers should take the necessary precautions in these conditions and drive with care.”
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