Further flooding in Oxford has resulted in gardens resembling swimming pools.

The city is still firmly feeling the effects of Storm Bert after days of floods and adverse weather.

South Oxford has been hit the hardest today (Wednesday, November 27) with Abingdon Road completely flooded.

Cars struggled to plough through the water this morning, creating waves on the pavement for pedestrians.

READ MORE: Oxford folk worry Storm Bert floods will destroy homes

Houses in the area have been affected too with several gardens now resembling swimming pools with the water collected so deep that grass can no longer be seen.

One householder, who asked not to be named, said: “Here we go again.

“The Victorian piping is there but how to get rid of the water is the main issue.

“I have lived here all of my life and I have seen this happen too much for comfort.”

Abingdon Road had been closed by Thames Valley Police overnight as flooding started to worsen while nearby shops such as Tesco Express have remained open.

READ MORE: Storm Bert flooding sees six Oxford footpaths closed

An update from Oxfordshire County Council on Wednesday morning said: “Fire crews have now assessed Abingdon Road.

“The road will be temporarily closed for as short a time as possible while water is pumped away.

“The road will be reopened as soon as practical. Water levels in the area currently do not appear to be rising any further.”

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