The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert across parts of Norfolk.

The alert was issued this morning and will remain in place throughout the day, with people advised to "be prepared".

The agency says that minor flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside areas around the River Bure, Ant and Thurn is likely.

The areas in Norfolk that are at risk of flooding (Image: The Environment Agency)The areas most at risk are the River Bure from Wroxham Bridge, the Ant from Honing and the Thurne from Hickling to Breydon Water.

Flooding is also expected in and around Potter Heigham, the boat yards in Wroxham and Ferry Road in Horning.

The water levels in the area currently remain high but are expected to drop back down to more normal levels soon.

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Those in the affected areas are warned to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and not to put themselves in unnecessary danger. 

The Environment Agency is not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages. 

The flood alert will be updated tomorrow morning or as the situation changes.