HEAVY rain has caused flash floods in areas of Wrexham this afternoon. 

The downpour has left one or two feet of water gathered near Fairy Road, according to locals. 

There is also significant water in the vicinity of Ruabon Road in Hightown, with one local resident saying it was 'particularly bad'. 

North Wales Fire and Rescue Service say they have had a number of reports of flash floods in the Wrexham area this afternoon. 

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A spokesperson said: "We have received four calls to reports of internal and external flooding in the Wrexham area but we have issued advice over the telephone and referred them to the local authority."

Rhosnesni councillor, Andy Gallanders advised residents to get in touch following the heavy rain. 

He said: "Clearly we are experiencing a downpour. Any flash flooding in Rhosnesni, please let me know so I can alert the team."

Wrexham Council has been approached for a comment.