By Bethany Gavaghan
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Six people had to be rescued from floods in an incident near Welshpool that resulted in the closure of the A458 over the weekend. Fire crews from Welshpool and Llanfair Caereinion were called out on Saturday evening, September 20, to the area near Banwy Fuels, where two vehicles had become trapped in floodwater. Using specialist equipment, crews safely rescued four people from one vehicle and two from the other. Read the biggest stories in Wales first by signing up to our daily newsletter here A spokesperson for Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service told WalesOnline: “At 8.34pm on Saturday, September 20th, the Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service crews from Welshpool and Llanfair Caereinion Fire Stations were called to an incident along the A458 near the Raven Roundabout. “Crews responded to two private motor vehicles that were stuck in floodwater. Crews rescued a total of six casualties (four from one vehicle and two from the other). “Crews utilised a wading sled, wading equipment and lighting to perform the water rescue. The casualties were taken to safety while waiting to be collected. “This incident required a multi-agency response, with Dyfed-Powys Police and the Local Authority also in attendance. “The road was closed following the incident. Crews left the scene at 9.58pm.” The Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service crews from Carmarthen , Haverfordwest, Cardigan and Crymych Fire Stations were also called to an incident in Llechryd at 2.57pm on Sunday, September 21. Crews responded to one vehicle that was stuck in floodwater, with one casualty inside in need of rescue. Crews utilised a wading team and a rescue sled to reach the casualty and rescue them from their vehicle and left the scene at 4.08pm. A spokesperson for Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue service said: “It is all too easy to unexpectedly come across flooding, especially on unlisted and country roads. “Flooded sections of road can often be deeper and faster flowing than they appear. “If you happen to encounter unexpected and sudden flooding, do not proceed. “Turn around and find an alternative route.” The flooding follows heavy rainfall in Wales over the weekend of September 20-21, with some areas receiving up to 66.8mm of rain. The Met Office issued a weather warning for heavy rain, with up to 60–80mm of rain possible over high ground. Heavy rain caused flooding on numerous roads and some properties. Natural Resources Wales issued six flood alerts for rivers in areas like Pembrokeshire and Carmarthenshire . On Saturday, September 20, the village of Swyddffynnon near Tregaron in Ceredigion was the wettest location in the UK, with 66.8mm of rainfall. You can get more safety information on driving in heavy rain here . Get daily breaking news updates on your phone by joining our WhatsApp community here . We occasionally treat members to special offers, promotions and ads from us and our partners. See our Privacy Notice