In 1968, the Somerset region faced catastrophic flooding that profoundly impacted the Chew Valley and surrounding communities. These rare archive images capture the raw devastation caused by relentless torrents of water that swept through towns and villages, leaving destruction in their wake. Residents were forced into desperate survival situations as homes and streets were submerged, and infrastructure was heavily damaged. The photographs serve as a poignant reminder of the flood’s devastating impact and the resilience of the affected communities who battled against nature’s fury.