There is a flood alert in place for the river Roding after heavy wind and rain last night.

Water levels have risen after steady rainfall in the area since yesterday afternoon.

The warning extends to the Lower River Roding area including South Woodford, Woodford Green, Wanstead, Ilford, East Ham and Barking.

By midnight last night the area had received 12mm of rain and the river level is expected to continue rising today.

Properties are not likely to be affected at this stage.