RESIDENTS in Belbroughton, Catshill and elsewhere in Worcestershire, left reeling by the recent floods, have been sent a message of support from the Queen. She has sent a personal note to those affected by the rising waters through the Lord Lieutenant, Michael Brinton. Recent flooding to the county left many people facing a big clear up operation.The note, signed Elizabeth R, said: “Please convey my sympathy to all those whose homes or livelihoods have been afflicted by the recent flooding and to all the families who have been displaced. My thoughts are especially with those affected communities still recovering from the damage of the floods in 2007. I have admired the unstinting relief efforts of the emergency services and local authorities, working in difficult conditions. Please extend my thanks to everyone assisting in these distressing circumstances.”