Massive flood barriers erected as 'danger to life' warning issued in west England

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Footage from Ironbridge in Shropshire where a "danger to life" severe flood warning has been issued for the area.

The Environment Agency said that flooding of property is expected along the Wharfage in Ironbridge and huge barriers have been erected to try and minimise damage.

The river is expected to peak at between 6.7m to 7m in the next 24 hours and could surpass the highest level on record (7.04m on November 2 2000).

This footage was filmed on February 24.