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A flood alert has been issued as heavy rain comes down on the county. Pictures show roads turned to rivers as the wet weather continues this evening. Drivers are having to take it easy along Stone Street, near Stelling Minnis, as water settles on the road. The Environment Agency is also warning of possible flooding in Herne Bay, Chestfield and Swalecliffe. An alert is also in place for communities on the Great Stour from Charing Heath to the A2070 including Ashford, communities on the East Stour, communities on the Whitewater and Ruckinge Dykes and the Aylesford Stream. A statement reads: “Riv…

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