Dramatic photos show extent of Doncaster's flooding hell: Picture gallery

Photographers have visited some of the town’s worst hit areas – including Bentley and Fishlake – after the River Don burst its banks deluging homes and businesses and forcing mass evacuations.

These photos show just how badly Doncaster has suffered in the last few days – as well as the relief and rescue efforts after the devastation.

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9. Doncaster floods 2019

An aerial shot of Yarborough Terrace in Bentley. (Photo: SWNS). | © SWNS Photo: Tom Maddick / SWNS

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10. Doncaster floods 2019

A resident is saved by fire crews in Bentley. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Tom Maddick / SWNS

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11. Doncaster floods 2019

Members of the Fire and Rescue service evacuate an elderly resident to dry land in Bentley. Photo: OLI SCARFF | JPIMedia Photo: OLI SCARFF

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12. Doncaster floods 2019

85 year old Eileen Purnell and her dog Noodles are removed from the rear of a 4x4 after being rescued by volunteers from her flooded home in Fishlake. (Photo: SWNS). | Other 3rd Party Photo: Dan Rowlands / SWNS.com

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