Flood Warnings

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England

The Environment Agency
  1. Flood alert

    Areas affected: Chertsey Bourne

    ACTIVE

    Started at: 10:20 GMT on Fri 17 January

    Flooding is possible - be prepared

    Property flooding is not currently expected. River levels continue to fall on the Chertsey Bourne, but may remain high for the coming days. Therefore, flooding of low lying land and roads is still possible today, 17/01/25, especially in the Free Prae Road area of Chertsey.

    The forecast for the next few days is dry. We are closely monitoring the situation. We expect river levels to continue to slowly fall over the coming days. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. Go to the 'River and Sea levels in England' webpage for current river levels. This message will be updated by tomorrow morning, 18/01/25, or as the situation changes.

    Issued at: 10:20 GMT on Fri 17 January

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  2. Flood alert

    Areas affected: River Churn and its tributaries

    ACTIVE

    Started at: 08:29 GMT on Fri 17 January

    Flooding is possible - be prepared

    Property flooding is not currently expected.

    River levels are falling very slowly on the lower reaches of the river Churn. However, flooding of low lying land and roads remains possible today, 17/01/25, particularly in the Cerney Wick area. It is forecast to remain dry for the next few days. We expect river levels to continue to fall slowly over the coming days.

    Go to the 'River and Sea levels in England' webpage for current river levels. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow, 18/01/25, or as the situation changes.

    Issued at: 08:29 GMT on Fri 17 January

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  3. Flood alert

    Areas affected: River Windrush from Bourton to Newbridge

    ACTIVE

    Started at: 08:29 GMT on Fri 17 January

    Flooding is possible - be prepared

    Property flooding is not currently expected.

    River levels are falling very slowly along the River Windrush. Flooding of low lying land and roads remains possible today, 17/01/25, especially in the Bourton On The Water and Newbridge areas. It is forecast to remain mostly dry for the next few days. We expect river levels to remain high over the coming days.

    Go to the 'River and Sea levels in England' webpage for current river levels. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow, 18/01/25, or as the situation changes.

    Issued at: 08:29 GMT on Fri 17 January

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  4. Flood alert

    Areas affected: Groundwater flooding in the Cranborne Chase area

    ACTIVE

    Started at: 16:31 GMT on Thu 16 January

    Flooding is possible - be prepared

    Groundwater levels have risen in response to recent rainfall and flooding of fields and roads is possible. Areas most at risk include: the Iwerne and the Pimperne Brook areas. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days and we expect levels to start to plateau and possibly fall in the next few days.

    Levels are reactive to further rainfall. Where groundwater is near the surface, intense rainfall will lead to surface water flooding.

    Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. We will continue to monitor the situation closely.

    This message will be updated by 3:00 PM on 21/01/2025.

    Issued at: 16:31 GMT on Thu 16 January

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  5. Flood alert

    Areas affected: Groundwater flooding in Kimpton and Lilley Bottom

    ACTIVE

    Started at: 10:16 GMT on Thu 16 January

    Flooding is possible - be prepared

    Groundwater levels have responded to high effective rainfall during the Autumn and early Winter, and have risen to high levels at our observation borehole at Lilley Bottom. This rise is from levels which were already high from the previous Winter. Levels are unusually high for this time of year and have now reached a level where communities in the Kimpton and Lilley Bottom area are at risk of being affected by flooding from groundwater.

    We expect levels to remain high over the coming months in response to the high Autumn and early Winter rainfall. Low lying land and roads will therefore be at risk of flooding. Due to the nature of groundwater behaviour, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer.

    We are continuing to monitor groundwater levels and will update this message on Wednesday 22nd January 2025 or as the situation changes.

    Issued at: 10:16 GMT on Thu 16 January

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  6. Flood alert

    Areas affected: Groundwater flooding in Flamstead

    ACTIVE

    Started at: 10:16 GMT on Thu 16 January

    Flooding is possible - be prepared

    Groundwater levels have responded to high effective rainfall during the Autumn and early Winter, and have risen to very high levels at our observation borehole at River Hill, close to Flamstead. Groundwater levels are unusually high for this time of year and have now reached a level where communities are at risk of being affected by flooding from groundwater.

    We expect levels to remain high over the coming months in response to the high Autumn and early Winter rainfall. Low lying land and roads such as those in the Trowley Bottom area near Flamstead will therefore be at risk of flooding. Due to the nature of groundwater behaviour, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer.

    We are continuing to monitor groundwater levels and will update this message on Wednesday 22nd January 2025 or as the situation changes.

    Issued at: 10:16 GMT on Thu 16 January

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  7. Flood alert

    Areas affected: Lower Avon and tributaries

    ACTIVE

    Started at: 17:07 GMT on Wed 15 January

    Flooding is possible - be prepared

    River levels are slowly falling but still remain high due to the previous rainfall. We are continually monitoring the situation and the river levels.
    All areas between Ringwood and Christchurch could be affected and include all tributaries. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible.
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.
    This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 17/01/2025, or as the situation changes.

    Issued at: 17:07 GMT on Wed 15 January

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  8. Flood alert

    Areas affected: Groundwater flooding in the Salisbury Plain area

    ACTIVE

    Started at: 17:07 GMT on Wed 15 January

    Flooding is possible - be prepared

    Groundwater levels remain high, but with a more settled weather forecast for the next few days, levels should start to plateau and recede. Levels are still reactive to further rainfall. Areas at risk include; areas around the Till, the Chitterne Valley and the Wylye Valley. Flooding of roads and fields is possible. Where groundwater is near the surface, intense rainfall will lead to surface water flooding.

    Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. We will continue to monitor the situation closely.

    This message will be updated by 3 PM on 21/1/2025, or as the situation changes.

    Issued at: 17:07 GMT on Wed 15 January

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  9. Flood alert

    Areas affected: Groundwater flooding in the Candovers and Old Alresford

    ACTIVE

    Started at: 11:20 GMT on Tue 14 January

    Flooding is possible - be prepared

    Groundwater levels in the Candovers and Old Alresford are high and continue to slowly rise. In the last 7 days, the level at Preston Candover has risen by 19cm. In Preston Candover and Old Alresford, a small number of properties are expected to be experiencing cellar flooding. Septic tanks in Old Alresford will be struggling to operate effectively. Dry weather is forecast for the next week. Groundwater levels are expected to begin stabilising by this weekend. We continue to monitor the forecast. If you use pumps to help reduce water levels, please ensure that they are operating. This Flood Alert will be updated by 18:00 on Tuesday 21/01/2025.

    Issued at: 11:20 GMT on Tue 14 January

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  10. Flood alert

    Areas affected: Groundwater flooding in the Lambourn Valley catchment

    ACTIVE

    Started at: 09:53 GMT on Tue 14 January

    Flooding is possible - be prepared

    Groundwater levels are currently stable at our Longacre borehole in the Lambourn Valley. However, groundwater levels remain above normal for this time of year and communities may be affected by groundwater flooding within the coming weeks if levels begin rising again.

    We expect levels to remain sensitive to further sustained rainfall. Low-lying land, roads and basements could be at risk of flooding.

    Due to the nature of groundwater flooding, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer. We are continuing to monitor groundwater levels and will update this message in a week, 21/01/2025 or as the situation changes.

    Issued at: 09:53 GMT on Tue 14 January

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  11. Flood alert

    Areas affected: Groundwater flooding in the Great Shefford area

    ACTIVE

    Started at: 09:53 GMT on Tue 14 January

    Flooding is possible - be prepared

    Groundwater levels are currently stable at our Northfield Farm borehole in the Great Shefford area. However, groundwater levels remain above normal for this time of year and are at a level where communities may be affected by groundwater flooding within the next week.

    We expect levels to remain sensitive to further sustained rainfall, Low-lying land, roads and basements may be at risk of flooding.

    Due to the nature of groundwater flooding, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer. We are continuing to monitor groundwater levels and will update this message in a week, 21/01/2025 or as the situation changes.

    Issued at: 09:53 GMT on Tue 14 January

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  12. Flood alert

    Areas affected: Groundwater flooding in West Ilsley, East Ilsley, Compton, Chilton and West Hagbourne

    ACTIVE

    Started at: 09:52 GMT on Tue 14 January

    Flooding is possible - be prepared

    Groundwater levels are currently rising very slowly at our Hodcott borehole near West Ilsley, East Ilsley and Compton following rainfall over recent weeks.

    Groundwater levels are above normal for this time of year and have now reached a level where communities may be affected by groundwater flooding within the next few weeks. We expect levels to continue rising slowly over the coming week and levels will remain sensitive to further sustained rainfall. Low-lying land and roads will therefore continue to be at risk of flooding.

    Due to the nature of groundwater flooding, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer. We are continuing to monitor groundwater levels and will update this message next week, 21/01/2025, or as the situation changes.

    Issued at: 09:52 GMT on Tue 14 January

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  13. Flood alert

    Areas affected: Groundwater flooding in villages surrounding Andover

    ACTIVE

    Started at: 14:57 GMT on Mon 13 January

    Flooding is possible - be prepared

    Groundwater levels in the villages surrounding Andover are high and slowly rising. In the last week, the level at Clanville has risen by 60cm. In Appleshaw, a small number of properties are expected to begin experiencing cellar flooding from today (13/01/2025). In Hatherden, a small number of cellars could be affected from Wednesday (15/01/2025). Groundwater is affecting the sewerage network at Penton Mewsey and the main road into Penton Grafton is flooded. Groundwater will emerge in many of the ditches and roads in most villages. During this week, the weather is expected to remain mostly dry. Groundwater levels are expected to continue rising for another week in response to the rain recorded in early January. We continue to monitor the forecast. Please remove any valuables from cellars. If you use pumps to help reduce water levels, please ensure that they can operate. This Flood Alert will be updated by 17:00 on Monday 20/01/2025.

    Issued at: 14:57 GMT on Mon 13 January

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  14. Flood alert

    Areas affected: Groundwater flooding in Deane and Ashe in North Hampshire

    ACTIVE

    Started at: 14:52 GMT on Mon 13 January

    Flooding is possible - be prepared

    In Deane and Ashe, groundwater levels are high and continue to rise slowly. In the last 7 days, the level has risen by 34cm. In the last 3 months, 265mm of rain has been recorded at Overton. This is more than the long-term average rainfall expected for this period. The River Test will be flowing in Deane and Ashe. Rising groundwater will also begin to affect the ability of septic tanks to operate properly. During this week, the weather will remain fairly dry, but groundwater will continue to rise for most of January, in response to the rainfall recorded at the beginning of the month. We continue to monitor the forecast. In Deane, we would like residents to prepare for cellar flooding impacts, which are possible by the end of January. If you use pumps to help reduce water levels, please ensure that they are operating. We will update this Flood Alert by 17:00 on Monday 20/01/2025.

    Issued at: 14:52 GMT on Mon 13 January

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Scotland

Scottish Environment Protection Agency

No flood warnings are currently in force for Scotland

Wales

Natural Resources Wales

No flood warnings are currently in force for Wales

Northern Ireland

Flood warnings are not currently issued for Northern Ireland

About UK Flood Warnings

Warning services for areas at risk of flooding from rivers or the sea are provided by the Environment Agency (EA) for England, Natural Resources Wales (NRW) for Wales and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA).

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