Firefighters Respond to Vehicle Submerged in Floodwater in the New Forest

This morning, shortly after 8:00am, on-call firefighters from Fordingbridge were called to Rockford in the New Forest, after a vehicle entered a flooded section of the road and became submerged, being swept approximately 50 metres downstream.

Before crews arrived, a member of the public rescued the driver from the vehicle. Firefighters conducted a medical assessment of the driver at the scene. Police cordoned off the area and closed the road for safety. Fire crews returned to their stations at 8:30am.

HIWFRS Safety Warning: Flooding

Flooding can make roads extremely dangerous for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. Stay alert and follow safety rules.

• Turn Back: Don’t drive through flood water—turn back and find another route.
• Obey Signs: Follow road closures and warning signs.
• Stay Alert: Flood water can be deeper and faster than it looks.

If you see an accident, call 999 and provide details of the location and injuries.