Flood Alert Info - River Kym in Bedford Borough and Cambridgeshire
Area Description
River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
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 Currently in Force
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2024 15:36
River Kym
River levels are expected to rise overnight and into Sunday in response to rainfall from Storm Bert. Flooding is possible over Saturday night (23.11.2024 ) and into Sunday.
Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
The weather forecast is for further rainfall overnight and into Sunday followed by drier conditions on Monday.
Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 24/11/2024.
Area Covered by this Flood Alert
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Flood Alert History
Number of historic Flood Alerts that have previously been recorded for this area:
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 10 Oct 2024 16:26
River Kym
River levels are high but beginning to fall in response to recent rainfall. Flooding is possible today, 10/10/2024.
Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
The weather forecast is improving, which will allow river levels to start returning to normal soon.
Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger.
We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Friday 11th October 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Oct 2024 09:48
River Kym
River levels are high but beginning to fall in response to recent rainfall. Flooding is possible today, 10/10/2024.
Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
The weather forecast is improving, which will allow river levels to start returning to normal soon.
Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger.
We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm today, 10/10/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Oct 2024 16:22
River Kym
River levels are high but beginning to fall in response to recent rainfall. Flooding is possible over the next few hours and into this evening, 09/10/2024.
Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours which will keep river levels high. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger.
We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 10/10/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Oct 2024 09:12
River Kym
River levels are high but beginning to fall in response to recent rainfall. Flooding is possible over the next few hours and into this evening, 09/10/2024.
Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours which will keep river levels high. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger.
We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm today, 09/10/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Oct 2024 20:29
River Kym
River levels are predicted to rise in response to the forecasted rainfall. Flooding is possible overnight tonight, Tuesday 8th October and into tomorrow morning.
Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
The forecast is for some overnight rain which may be heavy at times. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation.
We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 09/10/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Oct 2024 18:00
River Kym
River levels are forecast to rise in response to the forecast weather conditions. Flooding is possible from 3am tomorrow, Tuesday 8th October. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. The forecast is for some overnight rain which may be heavy at times. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 08/10/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Oct 2024 09:30
River Kym
River levels are high but falling. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Drier conditions are forecast for several days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Thursday 03/10/24.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2024 17:02
River Kym
River levels are beginning to falll along the River Kym. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Drier conditions are forecast for later on in the week. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10 am tomorrow, Thursday 03/10/24.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2024 08:52
River Kym
River levels are falling at the Covington gauge. Flooding is possible today. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Light showers are expected today with drier conditions later on in the week. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Wednesday 02/10/24.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 16:02
River Kym
River levels are rising steadily in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible today and tomorrow. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. River levels are expected to continue to rise. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Wednesday 02/10/24.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Sep 2024 17:27
River Kym
River levels are high in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is still possible for the next few days while the rivers drain away from high peak levels. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. The forecast is for dry weather for the next 24hrs followed by light showers tomorrow evening. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Sunday 29 September 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Sep 2024 09:05
River Kym
River levels are high in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is still possible for the next few days while the rivers drain away from high peak levels. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
The forecast is for dry weather for the next two days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message by 5pm today, Saturday 28 September 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Sep 2024 17:40
River Kym
River levels are high in response to heavy rainfall yesterday and overnight. Flooding is still possible for the next few days while the rivers drain away from high peak levels. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. The forecast is for light showers for rest of today and tomorrow. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Saturday 28 September 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Sep 2024 09:12
River Kym
River levels are high and rising following recent heavy rainfall within the catchment. Flooding is possible today, Friday 27th September 2024.
Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Further rainfall is forecast this morning morning, which may keep river levels high.
Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, 27/09/24.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2024 08:58
River Kym
River levels remain high though are falling after recent rainfall. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Drier conditions are forecast for today and Thursday and river levels are expected to fall. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths. We are continuing to monitor the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, 13/3/24.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2024 15:28
River Kym
River levels have risen in response to this morning's rainfall. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
No further rainfall is forecast for tomorrow and Thursday which will allow river levels to fall. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths.
We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 13/03/24.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2024 07:32
River Kym
River levels continue to fall but will remain responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. The forecast is for no rainfall today, Saturday 24th February. There is potential for further rain tomorrow. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm today, Saturday 24th February.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 16:15
River Kym
River levels continue to fall after the recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. There is potential for light rainfall today and tomorrow. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Saturday 24th February 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 08:13
River Kym
River levels are falling but remain high in response to yesterday’s rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. There is potential for light rainfall today and tomorrow. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Friday 23rd February 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 16:27
River Kym
River levels are rising steadily in response to the recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. There is more rain forecast throughout today which will cause levels to continue to rise. Install any property flood protection products you have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Friday 23rd February.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 13:10
River Kym
River levels are rising steadily in response to the recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
There is more rain forecast throughout today which will cause levels to continue to rise. Install any property flood protection products you have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers.
We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm today, Thursday 22nd February.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2024 16:05
River Kym
River levels continue to fall after recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. No significant rainfall is forecast for today and tomorrow. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Tuesday 20th February 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2024 09:17
River Kym
River levels continue to fall after recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Today will be largely dry with sunny intervals. No significant rainfall is forecast for today and tomorrow. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Monday 19th February 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 16:22
River Kym
River levels are high in response to Saturday night’s rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. The forecast is for drier conditions on Sunday evening through to Tuesday. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Monday 19th February 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 09:01
River Kym
River levels are rising steadily in response to overnight rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Further rainfall is expected during Sunday morning though drier conditions are forecast for the rest of the day and into Monday. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm today, Sunday 18th February.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 09:11
River Kym
River levels continue to fall but flooding is still possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Further rainfall is possible over the next 24 hours which may see river levels respond. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Sunday 11th February 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 16:57
River Kym
River levels are falling at Covington gauge, but remain high at Meagre Farm gauge, in response to recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Further rainfall is possible over the next 24 hours which may see reiver level respond. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Sunday 11th February 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 09:10
River Kym
River levels are falling at the Covington gauge, but remain high at the Meagre Farm gauge, in response to rainfall on Thursday 8th February. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Further rainfall is possible today. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Saturday 10th February 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 16:10
River Kym
River levels are falling at Covington gauge, but remain high at Meagre Farm gauge, in response to rainfall on Thursday 8th February. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Rainfall is expected to continue today, and river levels will remain high. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, Saturday 10 February.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 11:04
River Kym
River levels are falling at Covington gauge, but remain high at Meagre Farm gauge, in response to rainfall on Thursday 8th February. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Rainfall is expected to continue for today, and river levels will remain high. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Friday 9th February 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 15:23
River Kym
River levels have been rising steadily in response to rainfall earlier in the week and today, Thursday 8th February 2024. Flooding is possible and will remain so into the weekend. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Rainfall is expected to continue for the rest of today, and we expect to see river levels increase further. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Friday 9th February 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2024 08:25
River Kym
River levels are falling but remain high following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. No further rain is forecast in the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, avoid walking or driving through flood water and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Sunday 07/01/2024
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 16:20
River Kym
River levels are falling but remain high following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. No further rain is forecast in the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, avoid walking or driving through flood water and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow morning, Sunday 07/01/2024
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 09:27
River Kym
River levels are falling but remain high following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. No further rain is forecast in the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, avoid walking or driving through flood water and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, 06/01/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 18:06
River Kym
River levels are falling, but remain high following recent heavy rainfall . Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. No further rain is forecast in the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, avoid walking or driving through flood water and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 06/01/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 09:52
River Kym
River levels are high following last night’s heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Further light rainfall is expected over the next 12 hours which will keep river levels high. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, avoid walking or driving through flood water and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, 05/01/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 18:09
River Kym
River levels are falling steadily but remain high following heavy rainfall from Storm Henk. Flooding is expected. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. The forecast is for more rainfall this evening, and into Friday. River levels will react again. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, avoid walking or driving through flood water and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 05/01/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 08:49
River Kym
River levels are falling steadily but remain high following heavy rainfall from Storm Henk. Flooding is expected. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. The forecast is for more rainfall this evening, and into Friday. River levels will react again. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, avoid walking or driving through flood water and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm today, 04/01/24.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 16:53
River Kym
River levels are falling steadily but remain high following heavy rainfall from Storm Henk. Flooding is expected. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. The forecast is for light rainfall this evening, then mostly dry for several days, which should allow river levels to continue falling. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, avoid walking or driving through flood water and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, 04/01/24.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 08:37
River Kym
River levels are steadily falling following heavy rainfall from Storm Henk. Flooding is expected. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Further light rain is expected today, then mostly dry for several days which will see river levels continue to fall. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, avoid walking or driving through flood water and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm today, 03/01/24.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 17:12
River Kym
River levels are reacting quickly and rising sharply in response to rainfall from Storm Henk. Flooding is expected. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Further rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours which will see river levels remain high. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, avoid walking or driving through flood water and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, 03/01/24.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 08:22
River Kym
River levels are rising following the recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land is possible during the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Further heavy rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours which will see river levels continue to rise. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, avoid walking or driving through flood water and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm today, 02/01/24.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 16:44
River Kym
River levels have been falling but remain high following the recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land is possible during the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Further heavy rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours which will see river levels rise again. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, avoid walking or driving through flood water and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, 02/01/24.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 08:12
River Kym
River levels remain high following the recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land is possible during the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Further rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours which will keep river levels high. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, avoid walking or driving through flood water and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm tonight, 01/01/24.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 17:08
River Kym
River levels remain high following the recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land is possible during the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Further rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours which will keep river levels high. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, avoid walking or driving through flood water and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, 01/01/24.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 09:22
River Kym
River levels are rising in response to rainfall overnight and this morning. Flooding of low lying land is possible during the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Further rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours which will keep river levels high. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, avoid walking or driving through flood water and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 6pm today, 31/12/23.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2023 16:05
River Kym
River levels are slowly falling at Kimbolton. The forecast is now dry for several days so we expect river levels to continue to fall. There may still be some areas where flood water is present until it can naturally drain away. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, 15/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2023 08:27
River Kym
River levels are slowly falling at Kimbolton. The forecast is now dry for several days so we expect river levels to continue to fall. There may still be some areas where flood water is present until it can naturally drain away. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 6pm today, 14/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2023 17:13
River Kym
River levels are falling at Kimbolton. The forecast is now dry for several days so we expect river levels to continue to fall. There may still be some areas where flood water is present until it can naturally drain away. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, 14/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2023 08:46
River Kym
River levels are falling at Kimbolton but remain responsive to more rainfall. There is potential for further showers today, 13/12/23, after today the outlook is for a dry period. This further rainfall could see river levels begin to rise again as the catchment is saturated. Flooding may be possible throughout today. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 6pm today, 13/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 16:53
River Kym
River levels are falling at Kimbolton but remain responsive to more rainfall. There is potential for further showers tomorrow, 13/12/23. This further rain could see river levels remain high as the catchment is saturated. Flooding may be possible over the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, 13/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 08:43
River Kym
River levels are beginning to rise following heavy showers this morning. There is potential for further showers this morning, 12/12/23, and tomorrow. This further rain could see river levels remain high as the catchment is saturated. Flooding may be possible over the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 6pm today, 12/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 16:13
River Kym
River levels are falling but will remain responsive to further rainfall. The forecast is for no significant rainfall today, 11/12/23, however further showers are possible tomorrow and into Wednesday. This further rain could see river levels begin to rise again as the catchment is saturated. Flooding may be possible over the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, 12/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 08:33
River Kym
River levels are falling but will remain responsive to further rainfall. The forecast is for no significant rainfall today, 11/12/23, however further showers are possible tomorrow and into Wednesday. This further rain could see river levels begin to rise again as the catchment is saturated. Flooding may be possible over the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 6pm today, 11/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 16:54
River Kym
River levels are falling but will remain responsive to further rainfall. The forecast is for no significant rainfall tomorrow, 11/12/23, however rain is possible on Tuesday. This further rain could see river levels begin to rise again as the catchment is saturated. Flooding may be possible following today's rainfall. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, 11/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 08:42
River Kym
River levels are falling but will remain responsive to further rainfall. The forecast is for another band of rainfall to move across the area this morning, 10/12/23. This further rain could see river levels begin to rise again as the catchment is saturated. Flooding is possible throughout the day. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 6pm today, 10/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 16:56
River Kym
River levels are rising but are expected to begin to fall overnight tonight, 09/12/23. The forecast is for another band of rainfall to move across the area tomorrow morning, 10/12/23. This further rain could see the river levels begin to rise again as the catchment is saturated. Flooding is possible over the next few hours and into tomorrow morning. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, 10/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 13:06
River Kym
River levels are rising as a result of the rainfall this morning. The current rainfall is expected continue throughout this morning, 09/12/2023, with another band coming across Sunday morning. This further rain could see the river levels begin to rise again as the catchment is saturated. Flooding is possible over the next few hours and into tomorrow morning. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 6pm today, 09/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 08:20
River Kym
River levels have fallen but will remain responsive to further rainfall. The current rainfall is expected continue throughout this morning, 09/12/2023, with another band coming across Sunday morning. This further rain could see the river levels begin to rise again as the catchment is saturated. Flooding is possible over the next few hours and into tomorrow morning. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 6pm today, 09/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 18:10
River Kym
River levels have peaked and continue to fall but further rainfall tomorrow, 09/12/23, could see these levels rise again as catchments remain saturated. A heavy band of rain will move in overnight tonight and into tomorrow morning. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow morning, 09/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 09:29
River Kym
River levels have peaked and are beginning to fall but further rainfall over the weekend could see these levels rise again as catchments remain saturated. Today's forecast is largely dry. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 6pm this evening, 08/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 20:34
River Kym
River levels are rising as a result of the current rainfall. Further rainfall is expected over the next 12 hours. Flooding is possible over the next few hours and into tomorrow morning, 08/12/2023. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, 08/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 17:35
River Kym
River levels have fallen but will remain responsive to further rainfall. Further rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours which may lead to river levels rising again. Flooding is possible over the next few hours and into tomorrow morning, 08/12/2023. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, 08/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 09:01
River Kym
River levels have fallen but will remain responsive to further rainfall. Further rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours which may lead to river levels rising again. Flooding is possible over the next few hours and into this evening, 07/12/2023. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will provide further updates as the situation changes. We will update this message by 6pm today, 07/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2023 16:36
River Kym
River levels are continuing to fall, but remain responsive to further rainfall. Further flooding is not expected this evening, 06/12/2023. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. There is potential for further rainfall tomorrow, which may lead to the river levels rising again. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, 07/12/23.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2023 09:05
River Kym
River levels are beginning to drop, but remain responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is possible over the next few hours and into this evening, 06/12/2023. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. The weather forecast is improving, which will allow river levels to start returning to normal soon. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 6pm today, 06/12/23.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 17:32
River Kym
River levels are beginning to drop, but remain responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is possible from now and into tomorrow morning, 06/12/2023. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. The weather forecast is improving, which will allow river levels to start returning to normal soon. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, 06/12/23.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 09:04
River Kym
River levels are beginning to drop, but will remain responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is possible over the next few hours and into this evening, 05/12/2023. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. The weather forecast is improving, which will allow river levels to start returning to normal soon. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 6pm today, 05/12/23.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 16:43
River Kym
River levels are beginning to drop, but will remain responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is possible from now until tomorrow morning, 05/12/23. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. The weather forecast is improving, which will allow river levels to start returning to normal soon. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, 05/12/23.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 07:49
River Kym
River levels are rising steadily in response to recent rainfall. Flooding is possible from now until this evening, 04/12/23. Areas most at risk are around the River Kym and River Til from Yelden, and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours which will keep river levels high. Move parked cars out of flood risk areas and avoid walking or driving through flood water.
We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate.
We will update this message by 6pm today, 04/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 12:47
River Kym
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 31 Mar 2023 18:50
River Kym
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 12 Mar 2023 17:05
River Kym
River levels are falling at the Covington river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Flooding is affecting River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
Further rain is forecast for the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 13/03/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2023 10:35
River Kym
River levels have fallen but are now holding steady at the Covington river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
Further rain is forecast for the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 12/03/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2023 17:32
River Kym
River levels are continuing to fall at the Covington river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Flooding is affecting River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
Further light rain is forecast for the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 12/03/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2023 10:18
River Kym
River levels are continuing to fall at the Covington river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Flooding is affecting River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
Further light rain is forecast for the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 11/03/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2023 16:19
River Kym
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Covington river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Flooding is affecting River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 11/03/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2023 11:04
River Kym
River levels are high but steady at the Covington river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 10/03/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2023 17:04
River Kym
River levels are forecast to rise at the Covington river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall and snowmelt. Consequently, flooding is possible later this evening and into tomorrow, 09/03/2023 and 10/03/2023.
We expect flooding to affect the River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 10/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2023 16:47
River Kym
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.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2022 09:18
River Kym
River levels are continuing to fall at the Covington Brook river gauge this morning but remain high downstream following recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 26/11/22. Flooding is affecting the River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
Further rainfall is forecast today, 26/11/22 and river levels may rise again in response to this.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 this afternoon 26/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2022 17:18
River Kym
River levels are continuing to fall at the Covington Brook river gauge this afternoon but remain high downstream following recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 25/11/22. Flooding is affecting the River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend and river levels may rise again in response to this.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 tomorrow morning, 26/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2022 09:52
River Kym
River levels are continuing to fall at the Covington Brook river gauge this morning but remain high downstream following recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 25/11/22. Flooding is affecting the River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend and river levels may rise again in response to this.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 this afternoon, 25/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2022 18:35
River Kym
River levels are continuing to fall at the Covington Brook river gauge this afternoon but remain high downstream following recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 24/11/22. Flooding is affecting the River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend and river levels may rise again in response to this.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 tomorrow morning, 25/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2022 11:14
River Kym
River levels are beginning to fall at the Covington Brook river gauge this morning but remain high downstream following recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 24/11/22. Flooding is affecting the River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
Further rainfall is forecast this morning and river levels may begin to rise again in response to this.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 this evening, 24/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2022 18:14
River Kym
River levels have risen at the Covington Brook river gauge this afternoon following this morning’s rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 23/11/22. Flooding is affecting the River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston. Further heavy rainfall is forecast later this week and river levels may begin to rise again in response to this. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow morning, 24/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2022 09:33
River Kym
River levels continue to fall at the Covington Brook river gauge this morning but remain high downstream following recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 23/11/22. Flooding is affecting the River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast this morning and river levels may begin to rise again in response to this.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 update this evening, 23/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2022 18:08
River Kym
River levels are continuing to fall but remain high at the Covington river gauge following recent rainfall. However, some light rainfall is forecast tomorrow morning, 23/11/22, and river levels may rise again in response to this. Consequently, flooding is still possible along the River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 tomorrow morning, 23/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2022 09:59
River Kym
River levels are falling but remain high at the Covington river gauge following persistent heavy rainfall yesterday, 21/11/22. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 22/11/22. Flooding is affecting River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston
Some light rainfall is possible today, but we do not expect this to have a significant impact on river levels. We expect river levels to continue to fall throughout today, 22/11/22.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 this evening, 22/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2022 20:00
River Kym
River levels are forecast to rise at the Covington river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today 21/11/22. Flooding is affecting River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise until the early hours of tomorrow morning, 22/11/22.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 tomorrow morning, 22/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 17:29
River Kym
River levels remain high at the Covington river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 17/11/22. Flooding is affecting River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours, but we do not expect this to have a significant impact on river levels. We expect river levels to remain high throughout today, 17/11/22 and into tomorrow, 18/11/22.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 tomorrow morning, 18/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 09:17
River Kym
River levels have risen at the Covington river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 17/11/22. Flooding is affecting River Kym and River Til from Yelden and Upper Dean to Hail Weston
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout today, 17/11/22.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 this afternoon, 17/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Mar 2021 08:53
River Kym
River levels are falling at the Riseley and Covington river gauges but still remain high further downstream. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook.
No further rainfall is forecast.
We are closely monitoring the situation
This message will be updated tomorrow, Saturday 6th March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Mar 2021 16:14
River Kym
River levels are falling at the Riseley and Covington river gauges but are still rising further downstream. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook.
No further rainfall is forecast.
We are closely monitoring the situation
This message will be updated tomorrow, Friday 5th March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Mar 2021 09:31
River Kym
River levels have risen at the Riseley and Covington river gauges as a result of rainfall during the night. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. River levels have peaked at Risely and Covington but are still rising further downstream.
We are closely monitoring the situation
This message will be updated this afternoon, 04/03/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2021 18:38
River Kym
River levels are continuing to fall at the Riseley and Covington river gauges following the recent rainfall. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook, but the risk is reducing. Further light rainfall/snow is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to continue to fall overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Tuesday 9 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2021 08:19
River Kym
River levels are continuing to fall at the Riseley and Covington river gauges following the recent rainfall. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook, but the risk is reducing. Further light rainfall/snow is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to continue to fall throughout today. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this afternoon, Monday 8 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 16:39
River Kym
River levels are high but falling at the Riseley and Covington river gauges following the rainfall yesterday. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further light rainfall/snow is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to continue to fall this afternoon and this evening. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Monday 8 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 08:15
River Kym
River levels are high but falling at the Riseley and Covington river gauges following the rainfall yesterday. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further light rainfall/snow is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to stay high throughout the day today. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this afternoon, Sunday 7 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 18:34
River Kym
River levels are falling, but remain high at the Riseley and Covington river gauges as a result of recent rainfall. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. More rain is forecast for this evening. We expect river levels to rise again over the weekend in response to the forecast rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Sunday 7 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 11:35
River Kym
River levels are falling, but remain high at the Riseley and Covington river gauges as a result of recent rainfall. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. More rain is forecast for this afternoon and evening. We expect river levels to rise again over the weekend in response to the forecast rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this afternoon, Saturday 6 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Feb 2021 17:38
River Kym
River levels are falling, but remain high at the Riseley and Covington river gauges as a result of yesterday’s rainfall. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. More rain is currently forecast for the next few days. We expect levels to remain high or start to rise again. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Saturday 6 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Feb 2021 09:18
River Kym
River levels are falling, but remain high at the Riseley and Covington river gauges as a result of yesterday’s rainfall. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. More rain is currently forecast for the next few days. We expect levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this afternoon, Friday 5 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Feb 2021 20:13
River Kym
River levels are rising at the Riseley and Covington river gauges as a result of this evenings rainfall. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and checking defenses.
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 tomorrow morning, 5 February 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Feb 2021 16:26
River Kym
River levels are falling at the Riseley and Covington river gauges, but remain high downstream. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is still possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No significant rainfall is forecast in the next 24 hours. With a saturated catchment, we expect river levels to start rising again in response to any rainfall. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Thursday 4 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Feb 2021 09:01
River Kym
River levels are falling at the Riseley and Covington river gauges, but remain high downstream. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is still possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next couple of days. With a saturated catchment, we expect river levels to start rising again in response to any rainfall. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated this afternoon, Wednesday 3 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2021 18:13
River Kym
River levels are falling at the Riseley and Covington river gauges, but remain high. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is still possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further light rainfall is forecast for the next couple of days. With a saturated catchment, we expect river levels to start rising again in response to any rainfall. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Wednesday 3 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2021 09:50
River Kym
River levels are rising at the Riseley and Covington river gauges after the recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is still possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rainfall is forecast today. We expect river levels to remain high or begin to rise again. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated this afternoon, Tuesday 2 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2021 17:29
River Kym
River levels are continuing to fall at the Riseley and Covington river gauges after the recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is still possible, but the risk is reducing. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rainfall is forecast overnight tonight and tomorrow. We expect river levels to remain high or begin to rise again. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Tuesday 2 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2021 09:20
River Kym
River levels are continuing to fall at the Riseley and Covington river gauges after the recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is still possible, but the risk is reducing. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rainfall is forecast overnight tonight, into tomorrow. We expect that this will cause river levels to remain high. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Monday 1 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2021 17:56
River Kym
River levels are continuing to fall at the Riseley and Covington river gauges after the recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is still possible, but the risk is reducing. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No further significant rainfall is forecast until Tuesday 2 February. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Monday 1 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2021 11:19
River Kym
River levels are continuing to fall at the Riseley and Covington river gauges after the recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is still possible, but the risk is reducing. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No further significant rainfall is currently forecast for the next 48 hours and we expect that river levels will continue to slowly fall throughout the day. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated this afternoon, Sunday 31 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 18:05
River Kym
River levels have risen slightly again at the Riseley and Covington river gauges after the recent rainfall. We expect river levels to remain high as a consequence of this. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Sunday 31 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 09:44
River Kym
River levels are falling at the Riseley and Covington river gauges after the recent rainfall. However, further rainfall is forecast today. We expect river levels to remain high as a consequence of this. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated this afternoon, Saturday 30 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 20:58
River Kym
River levels are falling but remain high at the Riseley and Hail Weston river gauges as a result of recent rainfall. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high as a consequence of this. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Saturday 30 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 12:46
River Kym
River levels are falling but remain high at the Riseley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Light rainfall is forecast today. We expect river levels to continue to fall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated this evening, Friday 29 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 13:07
River Kym
River levels remain high at the Covington river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rainfall is forecast for this evening. We expect river levels to respond to this rainfall and remain high over the next few days. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this evening, Thursday 28 January, or as the situation changes. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jan 2021 19:06
River Kym
River levels are forecast to rise at the Covington river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall forecast from midnight tonight, Wednesday 27th January, through tomorrow morning. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible in the early hours of tomorrow morning and throughout the day. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the day tomorrow, Thursday 28th January, with the possibility of becoming heavier again in the evening. We expect river levels to continue to rise due to the fact that the ground is already saturated. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services. 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 tomorrow morning, Thursday 28th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 09:49
River Kym
River levels are slowly falling at the Hail Weston river gauge, as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No significant rainfall is forecast over the weekend and we expect river levels to continue to fall over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 this afternoon, Friday 22 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 17:45
River Kym
River levels are high but slowly falling at the Hail Weston river gauge, as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No significant rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to continue falling overnight into Friday, 22/01/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow, Friday 22 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 09:46
River Kym
River levels are falling at the Covington and Riseley river gauges, however remain high downstream as a result of the recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No significant rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and follow advice from emergency services. This message will be updated this afternoon, Thursday 21 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 18:38
River Kym
River levels are expected to rise at the Covington and Riseley river gauges overnight as a result of heavy rainfall.
Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible tonight Wednesday 20 January, into tomorrow, Thursday 21 January.
We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook.
Rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise as a result of this rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and follow advice from emergency services.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Thursday 21 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 10:25
River Kym
River levels continue to fall at the Covington and Riseley river gauges. Consequently, the current risk of flooding to roads and farmland is reducing. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Heavy rainfall is possible on Wednesday 20th January. We expect river levels to rise again in response to this rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow morning, Tuesday 19th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2021 16:02
River Kym
River levels have continued to fall at the Covington and Riseley river gauges, and are beginning to fall, but remain high downstream. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing, but remains possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No further rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to continue to fall throughout the day today, Sunday 17 January. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow, Monday 18th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2021 10:14
River Kym
River levels have continued to fall at the Covington and Riseley river gauges, and are beginning to fall, but remain high downstream. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing, but remains possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No further rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to continue to fall throughout the day today, Sunday 17 January. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 this afternoon, Sunday 17th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 17:13
River Kym
River levels have continued to fall at the Covington and Riseley river gauges but remain high downstream. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible today, Saturday 16 January 2021. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook
No further rainfall is forecast.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Please avoid contact with flood water and call 999 if in immediate danger.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Sunday 17th January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 07:17
River Kym
River levels have continued to fall at the Covington and Riseley river gauges but remain high downstream. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible today, Saturday 16 January. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rainfall is forecast for Saturday 16 January which may see river levels begin to rise again. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 this afternoon, Saturday 16 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 18:30
River Kym
River levels have continued to fall at the Covington and Riseley river gauges but remain high downstream. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible tonight, Friday 15 January and into tomorrow, Saturday 16 January. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rainfall is forecast for tomorrow morning, Saturday 16 January, and we expect river levels to rise again. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow morning, Saturday 16 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 08:36
River Kym
River levels are falling at the Covington and Riseley river gauges but remain high downstream. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible today, Friday 15th January. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No rainfall is forecast today but further rain is possible tomorrow, Saturday 16th January. We expect river levels to remain high today. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 this afternoon, Friday 15th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 19:05
River Kym
River levels remain high at the Covington and Riseley river gauges as a result of persistent rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible over Thursday night into Friday, 15/01/2021. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high during Friday, 15/01/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow, Friday 15th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 07:55
River Kym
River levels are rising at the Covington and Riseley river gauges as a result of persistent rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible today, Thursday 14th January. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to continue to rise through the morning and early afternoon.
We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 this afternoon, Thursday 14th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2020 12:10
River Kym
River levels continue to fall at the Riseley river gauge but continue to be higher than normal at the Hail Weston gauge. This means that flooding of roads and farmland continues to be possible along the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No Significant rainfall is forecast for Monday 28th and Tuesday 29th December 2020. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow, Tuesday 29 December 2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 17:29
River Kym
River levels remain higher than normal at the Riseley river gauge, and Hail Weston gauge after the recent heavy rainfall. This means that flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. The forecast is for further rain over the next 24 hours which may result in river levels staying high. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow morning, 28/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 05:47
River Kym
River levels remain higher than normal at the Riseley river gauge, and Hail Weston gauge after the recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours which may result in river levels staying high. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 this evening, 27/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 17:38
River Kym
River levels are falling at the Riseley river gauge, and Hail Weston gauge but remain high after the recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow afternoon, 27/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 03:44
River Kym
River levels are falling at the Riseley river gauge, and Hail Weston gauge after the recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow afternoon, 26/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 13:09
River Kym
River levels remain high but are falling at the Riseley river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. River levels are now falling, but still pose a flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue flood warnings if 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. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 25/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 14:49
River Kym
River levels are rising at the Riseley river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible throughout this evening and overnight. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect the river to continue rising throughout this evening and overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue flood warnings if 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.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2020 16:37
River Kym
River levels are falling, but remain high at the Hail Weston river gauge. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. 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 the situation. This message will be updated by 08:00 on Tuesday 6 October 2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2020 07:31
River Kym
River levels remain elevated in the lower River Kym at the Hail Weston river gauge as a result of this weekend’s rainfall.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
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 the situation.
This message will be updated by 16:00 on Monday 5 October 2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2020 19:58
River Kym
River levels remain elevated in the River Kym this evening as a result of this weekend’s rainfall.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
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 the situation.
This message will be updated by 8:00 on Monday 5 October 2020.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2020 14:45
River Kym
River levels are rising at the Riseley river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall over the weekend. Consequently, flooding of low lying roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 20:00 on Sunday 4 October 2020.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2020 08:22
River Kym
River levels are falling, at the Riseley river gauge, but still pose a flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 this afternoon, 02/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 16:11
River Kym
River levels remain high but are falling at the Riseley river gauge. Further rain is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow morning, 02/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 08:10
River Kym
River levels remain high but are falling at the Riseley river gauge. Further rain is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 this afternoon, 01/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 16:27
River Kym
River levels remain high but are falling at the Riseley river gauge. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow morning, 01/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 08:24
River Kym
River levels remain high at the Riseley river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 this afternoon, 29/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 15:32
River Kym
River levels have risen at the Riseley river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow morning, 29/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 16:27
River Kym
River levels at the Covington and Riseley river gauges are falling but river levels remain high downstream. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is expected. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No more significant rainfall is expected. We expect river levels to continue to rise throughout the morning. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow morning, 18/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 07:25
River Kym
River levels at the Covington and Riseley river gauges are falling but river levels remain high downstream. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is expected. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No more significant rainfall is expected. We expect river levels to continue to rise throughout the morning. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 this afternoon, 17/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 18:02
River Kym
River levels at the Covington and Riseley river gauges remain high as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is expected. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No more significant rainfall is expected. We expect river levels to continue to rise throughout the morning. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow morning, 17/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 08:47
River Kym
River levels are rising at the Riseley river gauge as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is expected. We expect flooding to affect River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to continue to rise throughout the morning.
We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 this afternoon, 16/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2020 09:13
River Kym
River levels have fallen at the Riseley and Covington river gauges but remain high at Hail Weston. The risk of flooding to low lying roads and land remains. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No further rainfall is forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying roads and footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this afternoon, 18/01/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2020 16:40
River Kym
River levels have fallen at the Riseley and Covington river gauges but remain high at Hail Weston. The risk of flooding to low lying roads and land is still possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No significant rainfall is forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying roads and footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 18/01/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2020 07:15
River Kym
River levels have fallen at the Riseley and Covington river gauges but remain high at Hail Weston. The risk of flooding to low lying roads and land is still possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. No significant rainfall is forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying roads and footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this afternoon, 17/01/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2020 17:14
River Kym
River levels have risen at the Covington river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. River levels may rise again as a result of this rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 tomorrow morning, 17/01/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2020 09:15
River Kym
River levels are falling at the Riseley and Covington river gauges but remain high at Hail Weston. The risk of flooding to low lying roads and land is still possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying roads and footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this afternoon, 16/01/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2020 16:43
River Kym
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall, but are beginning to fall at the Covington river gauge. Consequently, flooding of low lying roads and farmland is possible for the next couple of days. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to continue to rise near Hail Weston. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying roads and footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/01/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2020 08:12
River Kym
River levels have risen at the Riseley and Covington Gauges after last night’s rainfall. However this morning River levels are now starting to decline.
Flooding is still possible. Areas most at risk are low-lying land and roads along River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook.
No property flooding is expected and no further rainfall is forecast for today, Wednesday 15 January.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 16:00 on the Wednesday 15 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 20:39
River Kym
River levels have risen at the Riseley Gauge as a result of this evening’s rainfall.
Consequently, flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are low-lying land and roads along River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook.
No property flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9:00 on the Wednesday 15 January 2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2019 17:03
River Kym
River levels are high but falling at the Covington and Riseley river gauges as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow morning, Tuesday 24 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2019 09:29
River Kym
River levels are high but falling at the Covington and Riseley river gauges as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. 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 this afternoon, Monday 23 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2019 16:30
River Kym
River levels are high but falling at the Covington and Riseley river gauges as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow morning, Monday 23 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2019 08:58
River Kym
River levels are falling but remain high at the Covington and Riseley river gauges as a result of recent persistent rainfall. While levels are high the risk of flooding remains. This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. 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 this afternoon, Sunday 22 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2019 21:04
River Kym
River levels are high but falling at the Covington and Riseley river gauges as a result of recent heavy rainfall. While levels are high the risk of flooding remains. This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. 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 tomorrow morning, Sunday 22 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2019 11:43
River Kym
River levels are high but falling at the Covington and Riseley river gauges as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. 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 this afternoon, Saturday 21 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2019 18:57
River Kym
River levels are continuing to rise at the Covington and Riseley river gauges. We expect levels to continue to rise as a result of the rainfall today. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. 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 Saturday 21 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2019 11:34
River Kym
River levels are continuing to rise at the Covington and Riseley river gauges following the rainfall overnight. We expect levels to continue to rise as a result of the rainfall this morning and into this afternoon. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated Friday evening 20 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2019 16:16
River Kym
River levels are beginning to rise at the Covington and Riseley river gauges following the rainfall this afternoon. We expect levels to continue to rise as a result of the forecast rainfall throughout this evening and into Friday. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook.
Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated Friday morning 20 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2019 08:35
River Kym
River levels have fallen at the Covington and Riseley river gauges, but are expected to rise again following further rainfall Thursday afternoon and throughout Friday. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated Thursday afternoon 19 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2019 17:36
River Kym
River levels have fallen at the Covington and Riseley river gauges. Consequently, the risk of flooding has reduced.
This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over Wednesday night into Thursday morning. Where the rain falls on already wet ground, river levels may rise quickly in response.
Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated Thursday morning 19 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2019 08:06
River Kym
River levels are high but steady at the Covington and Riseley river gauges. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated this afternoon, 18/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Dec 2019 19:28
River Kym
River levels have fallen at the Riseley and Covington river gauges, but levels are still high. While levels are high the risk of flooding remains. This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 18/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Dec 2019 07:59
River Kym
River levels have fallen at the Riseley and Covington river gauges, but levels are still high. While levels are high the risk of flooding remains. This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rain is forecast over the next 48 hours. Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated this evening, 17/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Dec 2019 20:12
River Kym
River levels have fallen at the Riseley and Covington river gauges, but levels are still high. While levels are high the risk of flooding remains. This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rain is forecast over the next 48 hours. Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 17/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Dec 2019 08:26
River Kym
River levels have fallen at the Riseley and Covington river gauges, but levels are still high. While levels are high the risk of flooding remains. This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rain is forecast over the next 48 hours. Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated this afternoon 16/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2019 19:35
River Kym
River levels are high but steady at the Riseley and Covington river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook.
Further showers are forecast over the next 24 hours. Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2019 08:43
River Kym
River levels are still elevated but are steady at both the Riseley and Covington river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. This message relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook.
Further showers are forecast over the next 24 hours. Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated this afternoon, 15/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2019 19:12
River Kym
River levels are steadily falling at the Riseley and Covington river gauges. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. This update relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2019 09:49
River Kym
River levels are falling at the Covington and Riseley river gauges. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. This update relates to the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours.
Our incident response staff are monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated this evening, 14/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2019 18:02
River Kym
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Covington and Riseley river gauges. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours.
Our incident response staff are continuing to monitor the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 14/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2019 11:14
River Kym
River levels are high but steady at the Covington river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
Our incident response staff are continuing to monitor the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated this evening, 13/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2019 19:50
River Kym
River levels are rising as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding is increasing. We expect flooding to affect the River Kym, River Til and Riseley Brook. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to begin falling overnight.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 13/12/2019, or as the situation changes.