POLICE have warned drivers not to risk driving through flood water after two motorists became stuck today.

At around 10am a woman tried to drive through a flooded part of the A65 near Settle but became stuck and had to be rescued.

Earlier a motorist's car broke down as he tried to drive through 12 to 18 inches of floodwater on the A684 near Aysgarth.

Attending firefighters asked Highways teams to close the A684 road.

The A65 is now passable with care.

As more rain is forecast in the coming days, North Yorkshire Police has warned motorists not to risk driving through standing water.

A North Yorkshire Police spokesman said: “While it’s sometimes tempting to chance it rather than taking a diversion, driving through flooded roads is a massive gamble.

“It’s not always possible to gauge the depth of the water, which can be much deeper than expected in some parts. You can also do irreparable damage to your car, and your stationary vehicle creates an additional obstruction even after the water has subsided.

“Our advice is simple: if there’s any doubt, don’t take the risk.”