Flooding on the A41 is causing delays in Watford today.

One lane is closed on the A41 near the Dome roundabout in Watford due to flooding.

Police have advised drivers to avoid the area.

Heavy rain yesterday and this morning has caused flooding across the country.

A food warning is currently in place along the banks of the River Colne in Rickmansworth and Watford today as a result.

On Facebook, a spokesperson for Watford Police said: “Please be aware that the A41 near The Dome roundabout in Watford is currently down to one lane due to flooding. Please avoid the area if you are driving this morning.”

Earlier this morning a collision was causing delays on the M1 southbound between J6 and J5 – this incident has since been cleared.