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Homes evacuated as Storm Francis causes major flooding - latest updates

Homes had to be evacuated overnight as Storm Francis caused major flooding in several communities.

People in Beddgelert and Bethesda had to flee their homes in the middle of the night as nearby rivers burst their banks and flooded properties.

Homes evacuated as Storm Francis causes flooding in Beddgelert
Homes evacuated as Storm Francis causes flooding in Beddgelert (Image: Ann Williams)

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Good morning. I am Owen Evans and I will be with you until 3pm. If you want to get in touch you can Tweet me @owenevansdp or get me on Facebook (Owen Evans Daily Post). Alternatively you can email me (owen.evans@reachplc.com).