Flash flooding causes devastation in Welsh village after ‘explosion’

Nation.Cymru staff Flooding has caused devastation to houses and businesses in a Welsh village following reports of a nearby ‘explosion’. Water poured through Gwaelod-y-Garth near Cardiff on Thursday afternoon, causing significant damage. Photos from the area show the presence of the emergency services assisting people

'I grabbed hold of my gate and I held on tight, preparing for the force. Then the force of the water hit me.'

Police and fire crews have swarmed the village of Gwaelod-y-Garth in Cardiff which became flooded after an explosion at the nearby Breedon Group quarry, locals said