27/08/2017 BBC News at Ten

Beyond anything experience. Thousands of people I rescued from

flood waters in Texas. A change in policy on Brexit. Labour says

Britain should stay in the customer market for a period after leaving

the EU. In either few minutes viewers from

BBC One will join us. Police are investigating after a haze came off

of the sea, leaving people with sore eyes and throats. Residents have

been told to keep doors and windows closed. Write page was at nearby

Beachy head and describe what is. We were on the beach and my dog was in

the water and he came in from the water and that is when he got

something in his eyes. After a couple of minutes, my eyes started

to irritate and then my wife and also my daughter. Everyone was

starting to rub their eyes, especially people who were further

west up the beach. It looked like a sea mist. I had experienced some of

this before and I said we are out of here and got out. By the time we got

to the steps to the cafe, just 45 minutes, the ladies says we are

evacuating the whole area. It became serious and rocking to the car we

saw people who were clambering up the beach to get off and then on the

way back when we left we passed incident vehicles, the ambulance,

Fire Brigade and all the lot. The chaos down there now must be

reasonably bad. A lot of people would have been caught up in this

presumably. The ones on the beach who were five or 600 yards away from

the stairs where the first ones to get the most. They had to make their

way back to the stairs and at both ends of the beach, 1.5 mile Beach,

it was full of people. To have 40 or 50 people with slight irritation in

their eyes would be a huge understatement. That number in the

car park washing their eyes out with water. He described the symptoms

that you and others felt. How long did the last for Christmas I would

not have thought we had it very bad. -- Howdon they last for?

We got for half an hour before my wife started to feel better. The

eyes were streaming all of the time. Washing with water helped but not a

great deal. You were just describing that you were half an hour from the

area now eyes-mac yes, it took us on our for it to clear up. I think as

you heard, it was coming from the sea. Where it has come from, old

chlorine cylinders that are rusting out and exploded. It is a gas that

sits at ground level. It disperses at ground level. It would just come

in and sit. Parts of Texas face unprecedented

flooding as tropical storm hardly danced 24 inches of rain in one day.

In Houston more than 1000 people have been rescued from the rising

waters. Hundreds of others are stranded in their homes. We prayed a

lot and we praised God and we were rescued. We are very grateful.

President Trump has praised the relief effort. We will have the very

latest. Some of the victims of yesterday's

M1 crash have been named. They include minibus driver

Cyriac Joseph, who was 52. Labour says Britain should

stay in the customer custom market for a period

after leaving the EU. The Notting Hill Carnival gets

underway in West London, with a tribute to the victims

of the Grenfell Tower disaster. And after all the hype,

Floyd Mayweather sees off Ireland's Conor McGregor,

in the 10th round, in Vegas. More than a thousand people have

been rescued from flooding in one of America's most populous city's,

Houston, in Texas, as a huge storm continues to batter

parts of the state. Forecasters there say the conditions

are "unprecedented," and warn 24 inches of rain fell in one day,

and emergency workers are still trying to reach hundreds

of people stranded in their homes. Our North America Correspondent

James Cook is in Houston The White House has just announced

that the president will visit Texas on Tuesday. He will find a state

struggling to cope with one of the most serious natural disasters in

living memory for this country and here in Houston, this flood water is

creeping ever closer to the heart of the city. It arrived in Houston with

a vengeance. No longer packing the full force

of the hurricane but still deadly. In just 24 hours, more than two

feet of rain fell on the fourth largest city

in the United States. This appears to be either the worst

or one of the worst floods Houston We are measuring it not

in inches but in feet. The flooded city's streets are

difficult to navigate. The currents are a swift and treacherous. In

these conditions making the wrong turning can quickly become a matter

of life and death. We prayed a lot and we praised God and we were

rescued. We are very thankful. Houston has ground

to a halt and with the rain still teeming down,

the waters keep on rising. Police are urging people not

to venture out, not to Pedro told us he was

almost swept away. I have to walk all the way

there and the rescue boats are over there but I was helping

somebody else. There is a rescue

happening up there? The storm has crippled transport

and left people struggling Right now it is hard

to believe that this is You get a sense of how

quickly this situation The flooding clearly caught these

drivers by surprise and still the rain is coming down

with no sign of it stopping. The authorities are

struggling to cope. They are calling for more

boats to be sent in. More than 2000 people in need

of rescue have called the emergency services and the mayor is trying

to stem a sense of panic. If you are there and there

is a need, we will get to you. I will simply ask

that you remain calm, remain patient and

we will get to you. Tonight the city and its citizens

are isolated. Getting in and out is becoming harder and harder and with

nightfall approaching and the waters rising, this is a disaster in the

making. It is difficult to see how this city could host a presidential

visit as early as Tuesday. The authorities are struggling to cope

with the extent of this unfolding disaster. It seems clear that more

people are trapped tonight and still are waiting to be rescued. That

number is likely to increase because the waters are still rising. The

remnants of the Hurricaine Harvey stock across the state and the rain

is likely to continue for days. Thank you for that.

Some of the eight victims of yesterday's minibus crash on the M1

near Newport Pagnell, have been named.

They include the driver of the minibus involved

Two lorry drivers have been charged with causing death

A church service held this morning to remember Cyriac Joseph.

The minibus driver lost his life yesterday morning in a crash

on the M1 that left six men and two women dead.

Today, his wife and two children were at the church

He was a good friend of mine, just like a brother to me.

Friend spoke of their memories of him and said that faith would help

them support each other. He was active in the church and she was

friendly. He was always there for someone and always there for all of

us. He was driving his minibus when the accident happened.

Two lorries, one from FedEx and another from AIM Logistics

Both companies have expressed sympathy for those who lost loved

ones and to the four people, including a five-year-old girl,

Today, an IT company confirmed three of its employees died in the crash

and another member of staff is seriously ill.

Grief also being felt at the church service that brought together

friends and worshippers, all with their own thoughts of the man they

knew. Around 50 people on a beach

in East Sussex, have been treated for eye and throat irritation,

caused by a suspected It happened at Birling Gap,

with people reporting painful, stinging eyes and difficulties

breathing after what was described Sussex Police say the unknown haze

is coming in from the sea, People living nearby are advised

to keep their windows Our correspondent Adina Campbell

joins me now, what's the latest? As you say, dozens of people have

reported problems with their eyes and throats as a result of this

suspected chemical leak. What we do know is that 50 people have been

treated by the emergency services. It is not clear at this stage what

has caused this. It is an unknown haze coming from the sea. The area

is a popular holiday spot. Lots of people call their during the summer.

Tonight it is being completely evacuated. The RNLI have sent

lifeboats to check that people are safe. One of those has a doctor on

board. The emergency services are seeing people in the area should

keep doors and windows shut and surrounding roads have been closed.

Hanky. -- thank you. Jeremy Corbyn has defended

Labour's policy shift, in advocating the UK remain

in the EU's single market and customs union, during any

transitional period after Brexit. He says it's the best way

to safeguard jobs and the economy. The move would mean the continued

free movement of people, and ongoing payments to Brussels,

after EU membership Our Political Correspondent

Iain Watson reports. Labour's leadership have always been

clear. They respect the result of the referendum but they have been

less clear of what sort of Brexit they want. Now the shadow Brexit

secretary and the leader have agreed on a direction of channel for the

period after we leave the EU nothing much would change. Writing in the

Observer, Eurostar says we would seek to remain in the custom union

and the single market during this period. It means...

It also restricts our ability to make independent trade deals. Being

inside the single market means goods and finance can move freely but so

too can people. Never mind talks between UK and Brussels, there has

been tense negotiations within Labour ranks to clarify their

position. What does abiding by EU rules mean? The continuation of free

movement of labour making it difficult to control EU migration.

Just how long would Labour's transition period actually last? The

Government is thinking in terms of two years. We are not putting a time

limit on it. We need to reach an arrangement that protects the

long-term trade relationship and jobs in this country. Jeremy Corbyn

was in Edinburgh today talking about Brexit that behind the scenes some

of his own MPs want him to go further and commit to permanent

single market membership. What people would now like to see,

building on this important step forward, as for the Labour Party to

commit to single membership. Some Labour MPs who backed Brexit do not

want to see the leader living further in that direction. Jeremy is

on a journey. I have not been on a journey. I think people can keep the

faith with those of us, Labour MPs who campaigned to come out, and to

know we're not doing any ratting or U-turns or anything else. It is a

difficult balancing act to appeal to remain and leave voters. Jeremy

Corbyn did it at the last election but that may be difficult to repeat

as he clarified his position on Brexit.

A 31-year old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder,

after the body of a young child was found in a house in Wythenshawe

in south Manchester, early this morning.

A man and a woman who'd also suffered serious injuries had left

for hospital before officers arrived, following reports

The 51st Notting Hill Carnival has opened in West London,

with the release of doves and multi-faith prayers

in memory of those who died in the Grenfell Tower

Firefighters and paramedics were among those who bowed

Carnival-goers have been asked to wear something green,

to remember those affected by the tragedy.

From Notting Hill, Elaine Dunkley reports.

It started with a song to heal broken hearts.

With the joyous sounds and vibrant colours of

Carnival, they celebrated the lives of those taken by tragedy.

Many wore green for Grenfell, a colour for growth and

We love the carnival and she loved the carnival.

We participated every year, go to their house, people

Her house would be full up, 16 people sleeping on the

At times, those watching were overwhelmed, sad for those who

once had a front row seat for the biggest carnival.

With laughter and love, Carnival paid respect in the

To bring us all together in a sharing community

that we are one love and one community and together we are much

more successful and together we celebrate the best of Britain.

There have been moments of reflection,

stillness and solitude as well as gratitude

Carnival has always had its roots firmly within this community.

It started in the 1960s by west Indian

immigrants who were facing racism, inequality and poor housing.

Much of this still resonates on the streets of

Especially for Grenfell, it is important we have

Especially for Grenfell, it is important we have a sense of unity.

We have had a minute's silence for them.

In the moment of madness, everyone heard that minute.

Notting Hill Carnival will always symbolise

shadow of Grenfell it has a new purpose, the voice

It is one of the busiest commuter routes in Scotland,

and later this week drivers will have a new bridge

to cross the Firth of Forth, between Edinburgh and Fife.

The Queensferry Crossing, will sit alongside the iconic

Forth Rail Bridge, as well as the current road

bridge, and is the longest of its kind in the world.

With more details here's our Scotland Correspondent Lorna Gordon,

and her report contains some flashing images.

Rising out of the waters of the Forth, the Queensferry Crossing

The bridge's design catching the light of

15,000 people worked on this huge construction project.

The bridge came in under budget but delayed.

It was not without its difficulties with those involved in its build.

The big challenge was the weather for a start.

This is a perfect day but some days you cannot

You have to clear the deck because the wind is so bad.

You have got to come down from there.

Then you have the horizontal rain that goes with it.

it has taken six years for this structure

The most visible part of a complicated

The nature of this bridge is such that there are no joints in it.

That means the amount of maintenance required is reduced.

The other thing is the shape of the bridge.

This mean a limited amount of painting for the future.

We want to make it weather proof and hence these

When this bridge opens to traffic, this road

will become a motorway tens of thousands of vehicles will use it

This has been described as the biggest infrastructure project

The Queensferry Crossing the longest three tower cable bridge in the

And with three bridges spanning three different centuries now

standing side-by-side, what of the view from the shore?

It surprises me how the new bridge complements the other two.

The cables stays are like sails, static and solid.

The other bridges have different visual qualities.

There is quite a minimal quality to the 1960s

The old and new as the Queensferry Crossing gets

ready to carry travellers through the centuries to come.

With all the sport , here's John Watson at the BBC Sport Centre.

Floyd Mayweather says he's retired for good after victory over

Conor McGergor in their super fight in Las Vegas.

Despite appearing in his first professional boxing bout, Mcgregor

50 wins and no defeat. With many believing this fight to be a

mismatch, Floyd Mayweather was made to work in confirming his position

as one of boxing's all-time greats. A sense of hope and excitement for

McGregor's prospects have built with Irish fans turning this desert city

green. If you can land on his left hand shot, he can do it. Floyd

Mayweather was not without support as well. 49, it is going to be 50

tonight. It your money where your mouth is. When the bell rang for the

first round, it was McGregor who came with all guns blazing. The

Irish man had claimed that he was ready to shock the world. An upset

looked possible but the speed and skill rounded the Irishman Darren.

McGregor was in deep trouble. He was reduced to clinging to the ropes for

survival. The end soon followed for a fight that has intrigued but

repulsed many, given the language and behaviour of the men in the

build-up. After 21 years in boxing, I have had some great fights and

boring fights. At the end of the day, I will always be read and it as

a winner. Some believed it would be a farce but it was far from it. The

controversies remain. So is the deep unease that was unapologetically put

on primarily for the money. It was a very enjoyable experience and a

great learning experience. I am very happy with it. I would have loved to

have one. But with the cheques cashed and the height at an end, the

circus has now left town. Match of the Day 2 follows the news

so if you want to wait for today's Arsenal slipped to their heaviest

Premier League defeat in almost two years as they were beaten 4-0

by Liverpool at Anfield. The win moves them up

to second in the table behind Manchester United,

as Arsene Wenger's side slipped Elsewhere, the Champions Chelsea

beat Everton two nil. In the Scottish Premiership,

it finished one all between Dundee and Hibernian, and Rangers won 3-1

at Ross County. England Captain Joe Root helped

steer his side to a two run lead over West Indies at the end

of the third day of the second Whether he can steer them

to victory remains to be seen. Cheap runs. England had not found

any offer on wickets. They have spent a long time waiting. Sunday

morning, by one, get one free. Next ball for none. Jimmy Anderson just

three from 500 in test. Jermaine Blackwood nearly threw himself in.

England could not afford mistakes, not with the leading away from them.

They were bowled out and held the lead. A figure that England must

follow. Rather that than the alarm which jolted Alistair Cooke. He made

eight. Mark had worked hard for 50. Not much she could do with this one.

England were reliant on Joel Root who was alive or a fortune. He

survived but at Headingley it can fall apart without warning.

Lewis Hamilton has trimmed the gap to Championship leader

Sebastien Vettel after winning the Belgian Grand Prix.

The Mercedes driver won his fifth race of the season, holding off

a late challenge from the German driver's Ferrari to win

Chris Froome has extended his lead in cycling's Vuelta a Espana

The Team Sky rider attacked with 500 metres to go.

He now leads the race by 36 seconds with 12 stages remaining as he looks

to win both the Tour de France and Vuelta in the same year.

And details of the day's other sports stories

Now it is time for the news where you are. Have a very good