An appeal has been launched by Carmarthenshire County Council and Xcel Furniture – a non-profit furniture recycling centre - to help those who have been affected by the recent flooding.

Residents who would like to donate any unwanted furniture to those families and communities in the county who need temporary furniture are kindly asked to take them to Xcel Furniture in Johnstown, Carmarthen.

Items needed include rugs, sofas, armchairs, dining tables and chairs, bookshelves etc.

Items can be dropped off at the show room during opening hours which are between 9am and 4.30pm Monday to Friday and 10am until 2pm on Saturday.

Xcel furniture are unable to collect items as all their vehicles are out delivering to those affected by the flooding.

For more information on how to find them visit www.xcelfurniture.co.uk

Anyone affected by the flooding and needs furniture is asked call Carmarthenshire County Council on 01267 234567.