A PUB in Wrexham has been forced to close its doors due to flooding. 

Heavy rainfall has battered Wrexham and Flintshire today (October 16) with a Met Office weather warning in place until 9pm. 

The severe weather has had a huge impact on transport across the counties, with a number of roads closed and police urging motorists to avoid certain areas. 

Emergency services have also been evacuating people from their homes in Flintshire, with several flood alerts in place from Natural Resources Wales. 

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As a result of the weather, the Nags Head pub in Wrexham has confirmed they have had flooding inside and will have to shut. 

The pub, situated on Mount Street, is located close to the River Gwenfro, which has burst it's bank in the city centre this afternoon. 

A spokesperson for the Nags Head said: "With the heavy rainfall, this has had a severe impact on us and unfortunately we have had flooding inside the pub.

"We've had to close for the evening in the interest of health and safety. Thank you for your patience. We will update you when we can."