Flood Alert Info - Louth Canal and Waithe Beck
Area Description
Louth Canal from Louth to Tetney Lock, the Waithe Beck from Binbrook to Tetney Lock and their tributaries, including the River Lud in Louth. Tributaries may also affect Utterby and Covenham St Mary.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Flood Alert History
Number of historic Flood Alerts that have previously been recorded for this area:
Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 14:30
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from the afternoon of Thursday 22nd February onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated online and on Floodline by 17:00 on Friday 23rd February 2024 or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 11:11
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
In the last 48 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This has caused rivers to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated online and on FloodLine by 17:00 on 12/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 08:59
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
In the last 48 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This has caused rivers to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated online and on FloodLine by 17:00 on 11/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 14:56
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Within the last 48 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are rising. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the rivers from the afternoon of Friday 9th February 2024 onwards. We expect the rivers to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated online and on FloodLine by 17:00 on 10/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 19:04
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from the evening of Thursday 8th February onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated online and on FloodLine by 17:00 on 09/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 14:22
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Heavy rainfall has fallen onto saturated ground over the past few days in the Louth Canal and Waithe Beck area. This has caused river levels to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to rivers. We expect rivers to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated online and on Floodline by 16:00 on 05/01/2024, or before if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 17:10
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Heavy rainfall has fallen onto saturated ground over the past few days in the Louth Canal and Waithe Beck area. This has caused river levels to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to rivers. We expect rivers to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated online and on Floodline by 16:00 on 04/01/2024, or before if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 14:50
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Heavy rainfall has fallen onto saturated ground over the past few days in the Louth Canal and Waithe Beck area. This has caused river levels to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to rivers. Further heavy rainfall is forecast today, Tuesday 2nd January, so we expect rivers to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated online and on Floodline by 16:00 on 03/01/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 17:06
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the past few days we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from tonight, Monday 1st January onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout tomorrow. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated online and on Floodline by 16:00 on Tuesday 2nd January, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 13:51
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Overnight and this morning we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from the afternoon on Wednesday 27th December onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout today. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated online and on Floodline by 13:00 on 28/12/2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 08:20
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
River levels remain high in the Louth Canal and Waithe Beck area following recent persistent rainfall. Further rain is forecast for today, Tuesday 12 December, and we expect river levels to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to rivers. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weed screens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated online and on Floodline by 13:00 on 13 December 2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 12:03
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
River levels remain high in Louth Canal and Waithe Beck following recent persistent rainfall. Following a generally dry day today, further rain is forecast for tomorrow, Tuesday 12 December, and we expect river levels to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to rivers. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weed screens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated online and on Floodline by 13:00 on 12 December 2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 09:43
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last few days we have seen heavy rainfall over the Louth Canal and Waithe Beck catchment. Further rainfall is forecast for today, Sunday 10 December, and we expect the river levels to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to rivers. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weed screens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated online and on Floodline by 13:00 on 11 December 2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 15:44
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall across the catchment. This means that the River Lud and Waithe Beck are now rising, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river from the afternoon of Saturday, 9th December onwards. We expect the river levels to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated online and on FloodLine by 16:00 on 10/12/2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 17:36
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
We have seen a band of rain fall across Lincolnshire today. This means that river levels are now rising, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to Louth Canal and Waithe Beck from the evening of Thursday, 7th December onwards. We expect these rivers to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated online and on FloodLine by 16:00 on 08/12/2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 13:51
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the Louth Canal and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising, which will lead to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the rivers from the afternoon of Monday, 4th December onwards. We expect the rivers to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the rivers. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated online and on FloodLine by 14:00 on 05/12/2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2023 21:06
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from this evening on Thursday, 2nd November onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Oct 2023 08:50
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
River levels remain high following rainfall associated with Storm Babet, and are expected to remain high throughout Thursday 26th of October with further rain forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Oct 2023 10:23
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
River levels remain high due to rainfall associated with Storm Babet and further rainfall that occurred on Tuesday 24th October. River levels to remain high throughout Wednesday 25th of October. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Oct 2023 08:35
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
River levels remain high following rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Further rainfall is forecast throughout today, Tuesday 24th October, with the heaviest rainfall forecast late morning. Catchments are expected to react and river levels rise throughout Tuesday and into Wednesday. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2023 04:41
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Heavy rainfall across Lincolnshire on Friday 20th October resulted in high river levels, which will remain high today Monday 23rd October and for the next few days. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 13:45
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Aug 2022 20:21
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from evening on Tuesday, August 16 onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2021 20:02
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the next 24 hours we expect to see rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area on a saturated catchment. This means that the rivers will be rising. The River Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from the early morning on Monday, 15th February onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout Monday. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Monday 15th February or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 17:01
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Levels in the Louth Canal and Waith Beck remain high following heavy rainfall over the last 48 hours. Levels have now peaked, and are starting to recede slowly. Low lying land and roads close to the river will continue to be flooded today, Sunday 7th February, and for the next few days with further rainfall forecast from Monday. We are closely monitoring the situation, and have staff out checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers. This message will be updated on Monday 8th February or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 12:49
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Ludd area. This means that the Louth Canal and Waithe Beck are now rising, which will lead to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from the afternoon on Saturday 6th February onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout today. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Local catchments remain extremely wet and responsive to rainfall. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated Sunday 7th February or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2021 20:51
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours and overnight we expect further heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising. The River Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from overnight on Tuesday 2nd February onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Wednesday 3rd February or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 15:01
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
We have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area over the last few days. This means that the rivers remain high and we expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river throughout today, Friday 29th January onwards. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Saturday 30th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 19:23
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area and further rain is forecast for this evening, Thursday 28th January 2021. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river overnight tonight 28th January and into the morning on Friday 29th January onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 09:15
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from now onwards. We expect the river to remain high from today, Friday, 15th January onwards. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Saturday, 16th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 12:10
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from now onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout today, Thursday, 14th January. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Friday, 15th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 15:53
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Levels in River Lud and Waithe Beck remain high, following heavy rainfall across Lincolnshire over the last 48 hours. Further rainfall is forecast this week. As a result River levels will remain high today, Thursday, 24th December, and for the next few days. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are continuing to monitor river levels and staff remain in the field checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on Friday, 25th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 14:44
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
The water levels in the River Lud and Waithe Beck remain high, following heavy rainfall across Lincolnshire yesterday and today. Further rainfall is forecast this week. As a result river levels will remain high today Wednesday, 23rd December, and for the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is possible, and therefore flood warnings could be issued later today or tomorrow. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are continuing to monitor river levels and staff remain in the field checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2020 18:02
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Levels in River Lud and Waithe Beck remain high following heavy rainfall across Lincolnshire. Further heavy rainfall is forecast this week. As a result River levels will remain high today, 22 December, and for the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is possible, and flood warnings could be issued tomorrow. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are continuing to monitor river levels and staff remain in the field checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on 23 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2020 07:17
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising. The Louth Canal and River Lud will remain high, particularly near Poulton Drain from the morning of Tuesday 22 December onwards. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely, and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on 23 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 16:28
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
River levels have risen on the Louth Canal and Waithe Beck as a result of persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis affecting Lincolnshire. This had led to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river into Sunday 16th February. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. We are monitoring the situation in the area incident room and will update this message and issue further alerts and warnings as required. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Monday the 17th February or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 18:08
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the Louth Canal and Waithe Beck as a result of persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis affecting Lincolnshire overnight. Leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river overnight and into Sunday 16th February. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is possible and therefore flood warnings may need to be issued overnight into the morning. We are monitoring the situation in the area incident room overnight and will update this message and issue further alerts and warnings as required. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Sunday the 16th February or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 09:04
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the river levels have risen. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from this morning, Monday 10th February onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Tuesday 11th February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 20:55
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Throughout today, Sunday 9th February, we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from this evening onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Monday 10th February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2019 15:05
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from the afternoon on Friday, 20th December onwards. We expect the river to remain high for the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated Saturday, 21st December or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2019 21:00
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from this evening on Thursday 12th onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Friday 13th, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Nov 2019 04:41
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last few days, we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level, whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river today. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated in the afternoon on Friday, 29th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2019 10:39
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last few days, we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level, whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river today. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Friday, 29th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2019 13:34
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from the afternoon of Wednesday 27 November onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Thursday, 28th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2019 12:01
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Sunday has seen some heavy showers over Northern Lincolnshire. This means that the Waithe Beck is now rising, which will lead to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river during Sunday. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated Monday 18th November or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2019 19:23
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising again. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from evening on Thursday 14th November onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2019 07:22
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Recent heavy and persistent rain has caused the River Lud and Waithe Beck to rise. There will be some continued flooding of low lying land and roads close to the rivers for the next few days. Further heavy rainfall is forecast today, Thursday 14th of November, and we expect river levels to rise again and cause further flood risk to this area. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated by Friday evening,15th of November or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2019 21:45
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Recent heavy and persistent rain caused the River Lud and Waithe Beck to rise. There will be some continued flooding of low lying land and roads close to the rivers for the next few days. Further heavy rainfall is forecast on Thursday 14th November, and we expect river levels to rise again and cause further flood risk to this area. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated by Thursday evening 14th November or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2019 16:31
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Recent heavy and persistent rain caused the River Lud and Waithe Beck to rise. There will be some continued flooding of low lying land and roads close to the rivers for the next few days. The flood warning for Hatcliffe remains in force. We are monitoring the forecast for further rainfall in the next few days, and also monitoring river levels. We have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated by Thursday 14th of November or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Nov 2019 19:33
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Recent heavy and persistent rain caused the River Lud and Waithe Beck to rise. There will be some continued flooding of low lying land and roads close to the rivers for the next few days. The flood warning for Hatcliffe remains in force. We are monitoring the forecast for further rainfall in the next few days, and also monitoring river levels. We have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated Wednesday 13th November or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Nov 2019 14:39
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Recent heavy and persistent rain caused the River Lud and Waithe Beck to rise. There will be some continued flooding of low lying land and roads close to the rivers for the next few days. The flood warning for Hatcliffe remains in force. We are monitoring the forecast for further rainfall in the next few days, and also monitoring river levels. We have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated Wednesday 13th November or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Nov 2019 18:58
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Recent heavy and persistent rain caused the River Lud and Waithe Beck to rise. There will be some continued flooding of low lying land and roads close to the rivers for the next few days. The flood warning for Hatcliffe remains in force. We are monitoring the forecast for further rainfall in the next few days, and river levels. We have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated Tuesday 12th November or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Nov 2019 09:15
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Recent heavy and persistent rain caused the River Lud and Waithe Beck to rise. There will be some continued flooding of low lying land and roads close to the rivers. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days and further showers will move across the area eastwards during the morning of Monday 11th November. The flood warning for Hatcliffe remains in force. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated Tuesday 12th November or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Nov 2019 21:20
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Recent heavy and persistent rain caused the River Lud and Waithe Beck to rise. There will be some continued flooding of low lying land and roads close to the rivers. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Further rainfall is forecast overnight Sunday 10th November. The flood warning for Hatcliffe remains in force. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated Monday 11th November or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Nov 2019 12:57
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
The heavy and persistent rainfall that fell throughout Thursday and Friday caused river levels to rise in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. River levels in the Waithe Beck are slowly beginning to fall however could remain high for the next few days. There will be some continued flooding of low lying land and roads close to the Waithe Beck. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. The River Lud in Louth has fallen below levels of concern. There may be standing water in low lying areas and fields for several days. This message will be updated on Sunday 10th November or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Nov 2019 01:28
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
The heavy and persistent rainfall that fell throughout Thursday and into Friday morning has caused river levels to rise in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. The River Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some continued flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Sunday 10th November or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Nov 2019 09:30
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 48 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers have risen. The River Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some continued flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from Saturday 9th November onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Nov 2019 17:27
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 36 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers have risen. The River Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some continued flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from the afternoon of Friday 8th November onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Nov 2019 07:00
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 36 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers have risen. The River Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some continued flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from the afternoon of Friday 8th November onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2019 14:57
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from afternoon on Thursday 7th November onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued . We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2019 20:24
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
River levels in the upper reaches of the Louth Canal and Waithe Beck have dropped back down to safe levels, however levels in the lower reaches around Thoresby and Tetney Lock remain high as the effects of Saturday's heavy rainfall work their way down the river systems. As a result, flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river will continue. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Tuesday morning, 29 October, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2019 12:53
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
No further rain is forecast over the next 48 hours, and river levels on the Louth Canal are receding. We expect the river to remain high today, Monday 28 October and throughout the next few days.
Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is possible, and therefore a flood warning remains in force. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for, and clearing, blockages in this location. This Flood Alert will be reviewed on Tuesday 29 October, and this message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2019 02:08
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
River levels are now receding and we expect to be able to remove the flood alert in the next two days (Monday or Tuesday). No further rain is forecast over the next 48 hours but we expect the rivers to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is possible and therefore flood warnings have been issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2019 11:46
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 48 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are high, The River Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. No further rain is forecast over the next 48 hours but we expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is possible and therefore flood warnings have been issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated Sunday evening 27 October or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Oct 2019 20:47
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This has caused river levels to rise. The River Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from this evening onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is possible and therefore flood warnings have been issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Oct 2019 08:10
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. Further heavy rain is forecast throughout this morning and into the afternoon. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from this morning onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days.
Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Saturday evening or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Oct 2019 20:56
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 8 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. Further heavy rain is forecast for this evening. This means that the rivers are now rising. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from tomorrow morning, Saturday 26 October onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days.
Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Oct 2019 21:36
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
We are anticipating heavy rainfall overnight in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers will be rising through the night. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from the early hours on Friday, October 4 onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout Friday. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jun 2019 05:35
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
River levels are now falling in the Louth Canal and Waithe Beck. The river levels have already caused flooding of low lying land and roads and due to sustained high levels we expect properties to be affected. Low lying properties are most at risk. A Flood warning has been issued for Poulton drain in the Covenham St Mary's area. Remain safe and be aware of your local surroundings. Please avoid contact with flood water. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weed screens. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Jun 2019 19:20
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Rainfall has passed through for the day (Thursday 13th June). River levels remain very high in the Louth Canal and Waithe Beck but appear to be levelling. The river levels have already caused flooding of low lying land and roads and due to sustained high levels we expect properties to be affected. Low lying properties are most at risk. A Flood warning has been issued for Poulton drain in the Covenham St Mary's area. Remain safe and be aware of your local surroundings. Please avoid contact with flood water. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Jun 2019 13:09
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the afternoon. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river is expected to continue. We expect the river to remain high throughout the rest of the week as the rainfall is forecast to continue for the next couple of days. A Flood warning has been issued for Poulton drain in the Covenham St Mary's area. Remain safe and be aware of your local surroundings. Please avoid contact with flood water. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Jun 2019 04:54
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the morning. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river is expected to continue. We expect the river to remain high throughout the rest of the week as the rainfall is forecast to continue for the next couple of days. A Flood warning has been issued for Poulton drain in the Covenham St Mary's area. Remain safe and be aware of your local surroundings. Please avoid contact with flood water. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Jun 2019 05:50
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 48 hours we have seen persistent heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers have risen. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river is expected to continue. We expect the river to remain high throughout the rest of the week as the rainfall is forecast to continue for the next couple of days. A Flood warning has been issued for Poulton drain in the Covenham St Mary's area. Remain safe and be aware of your local surroundings. Please avoid contact with flood water. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Jun 2019 20:18
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen persistent heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers have risen. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river is expected to continue. We expect the river to remain high overnight and throughout the rest of the week as the rainfall is forecast to continue for the next couple of days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn’t likely and flood warnings are not expected to be issued overnight. Remain safe and be aware of your local surroundings. Please avoid contact with flood water. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Jun 2019 10:07
River Lud, Louth Canal, Waithe Beck
Over the last 24 hours we have seen persistent heavy rainfall in the River Lud and Waithe Beck area. This means that the rivers are now rising and will continue to rise during the day. The river Lud in Louth will remain at a constant high level whilst the Flood Storage Reservoirs are in operation. There will be some expected flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from the morning of Tuesday 11 June onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the rest of the week as the rainfall is forecast continue for the next couple of days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn’t likely and flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Remain safe and be aware of your local surroundings. Please avoid contact with flood water. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated as the situation changes.