Paris Floating in Floodwater

Flooding across France and Germany has left at least 11 people dead and forced thousands from their homes.

More downpours are forecast through the weekend across a band of central Europe from France to Ukraine

Floodwaters in Paris are forecast to peak on Friday with the River Seine due to reach 6m (19ft) above its normal level.

The world-famous Louvre and Orsay museums have been shut so staff can move priceless artworks to safety.

As much as 50mm (2in) of rain is expected to fall in some regions in just a few hours.