L-CAT volunteers hailed for life-saving efforts during Lincolnshire floods

A team of volunteers, which has contributed more than 100 hours of service during the recent severe flooding, has stood down.

Lincolnshire Community Assistance Team (L-CAT) volunteers have been both on standby and assisting in emergencies alongside other local resilience groups as part of the flood response.

One significant operation saw L-CAT responders help evacuate a primary school in Edenham, where rising floodwaters had surrounded the building.

Volunteers also supported the Information and Rescue Centre in Billingborough and assisted fire crews battling floodwaters in Boston.

Other groups, including Search and Rescue Lincolnshire, Community Rescue Lincolnshire, and Lincolnshire 4x4 Rescue, collaborated to ensure swift action and community safety during the severe weather.

Speaking about the efforts, an L-CAT spokesperson said, “Our volunteer responders demonstrated incredible commitment and teamwork throughout this challenging time.

“From assisting with evacuations to supporting emergency services, their efforts highlight the importance of a coordinated community response in times of crisis.”

Flooding across the region caused widespread disruption, with the East Glen River overtopping near the A151 in Edenham, leading to road closures.

In Grantham, the River Witham burst its banks, leading the road closures on Belton Lane and the surrounding areas.

In Boston, residential properties on Wyberton West Road were submerged when the South Forty Foot Drain overflowed.

L-CAT, a volunteer-led organisation, specialises in emergency response and works closely with local authorities and emergency services. The group relies on community donations and grants to fund its equipment and training.

For more information about L-CAT or to learn how to support its work, visit www.l-cat.org.