83 postcodes affected as 32mm of rain predicted to fall

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Credit: Cunningham Lindsey

Loss adjuster Cunningham Lindsey has received storm and flood claims from more than 83 UK postcode areas, as more heavy rain and wind gusts are predicted for the Northwest today (9 December).

A storm update from Cunningham Lindsey said Cumbria and Northumberland represent 60% of claims received so far. Carlisle is worst affected where an estimated 3000 homes have been hit by floods

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