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.

Photos: SWNS/Getty

17. Doncaster floods 2019

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

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18. Doncaster floods 2019

Members of the Fire and Rescue service evacuate an elderly resident to dry land in Bentley (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP) (Photo by OLI SCARFF/AFP via Getty Images) | JPIMedia Photo: OLI SCARFF