Police are urging drivers to take extra care on roads after flood warnings were issued across Lincolnshire.
It comes after a spate of road collisions across the county this morning following heavy rainfall.
A 37-year-old man from Waddington was treated for injuries after his motorcycle was in collision with a Vauxhall Astra at 7.12am today. The incident happened at the junction of Brant Road and Station Road, in Waddington.
Then, at 9.10am today, three cars were involved in a collision on the B1188 between Metheringham and Dunston. The road was closed causing delays in the area, but no drivers or passengers were injured.
Surface flooding has also caused road closures in Grantham town centre, Hemingby, Aslackby and Goulceby.
Heavy rain has been forecast to fall this morning but should begin to clear up by lunchtime. Showers are also expected tomorrow and more unsettled weather on Sunday.
David Powell, head of Lincolnshire's Joint Emergency Management Service, said: "The rain which was originally forecast overnight has now reached the county and we are expecting heavy rain this morning across Lincolnshire.
"Surface water flooding is still possible so we are asking people to remain vigilant
"Residents should keep an eye on the local forecast and not take risks such as walking and driving through flood water.
"It is simply not possible to judge how deep the water is, or whether there are missing manhole covers and hidden obstacles under water.
"Unless your home is in immediate danger of flooding, please do not contact your district council for sandbags.
"If your home has previously experienced any kind of flooding, do be vigilant and take appropriate precautionary steps. We have had several reports of individual properties being flooded across the county."
For the latest flood updates, call the Environment Agency's Floodline Warnings Direct service on 0845 988 1188 or visit www.environment-agency.co.uk/floodwarning.
source: thisislincolnshire.co.uk
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