Three men have died after a 4x4 vehicle went into a Yorkshire river, police have said.
North Yorkshire Police said they were called to the vehicle in the River Esk near Glaisdale in the North York Moors at 11.48am on Thursday.
The vehicle was recovered from the river by the fire service just after 3pm. The police said the three men inside have died.Emergency services including police, ambulance and air support attended the location
Another man who attempted to help those in the 4x4 was pulled to safety from the river at around 12.10pm. He has been receiving medical treatment.
Police said the men's next of kin are being informed about the incident and specialist support is being provided.
A spokesperson advised people to travel with care after the "tragic incident".
It comes as the UK continues to feel the effects of Storm Gerrit, with flood warnings in place across the country.
Police warned that roads around the River Esk are “particularly badly affected”.
Cars became stuck in flood water in two other incidents, in nearby Houlsyke and Hambleton, police said.The occupants of both vehicles were brought to safety.
