Parts of Suffolk are being told to "be prepared" as a flood alert has been issued. 

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Deben and is warning of possible flooding in the area. 

Minor flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely in the areas around the River Deben Debenham to Ufford, including Framsden, Earl Soham, Easton, Glevering and Wickham Market.

Flooding is also possible around the River Lark and Finn around Witnesham, Tuddenham St Martin, Playford and Grundisburgh. 

A spokesman for the Environment Agency said: "The forecast is for scattered showers throughout the day which will be heavy at times.

"Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger."