VENTNOR Library has been closed due to flooding following yesterday's heavy rain.

The premises suffered water damage to the floors and has had to close for a fe days while it dries out.

Staff hope to re-open on Friday. No books have been lost.

A statement from the staff said: "Due to flooding, Ventnor Library will be closed today (Tuesday, August 3) and tomorrow (Wednesday, August 4). We are very sorry for any inconvenience this may cause."

The library is always closed on Thursdays.

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