RESIDENTS in Harpenden are being warned to expect flooding following heavy rain overnight.
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Lea, including Harpenden, Wheathampstead, East Hyde and Luton.
The agency has said due to the rainfall river levels could rise quickly and cause flooding on roads.
It is thought there is no risk to homes, just surface water problems.
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