Flood Warning Info - River Lee at Luton

River levels rose rapidly due to heavy rainfall overnight into this morning, Monday 23rd September. Rainfall will continue throughout this morning. Flooding is expected when river levels are at their highest early morning. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Lee, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Luton, Dukes Ride, Queens Court, Popes Court, Neville Road, Midhurst Garden, Brooklands Close, Montague Close, Brocket Court, Lemsford Court, The Hedgerows, Mallard Gardens and New Bedford Road. Further rainfall is forecast throughout this morning but no further flooding is expected. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We are monitoring rainfall and checking rivers for blockages. This message will be updated by 4pm this afternoon, Monday 23rd September, or as the situation changes.

River levels are rising rapidly due to heavy rainfall today, Sunday 22nd September. Rainfall will continue overnight into Monday 23rd September. Flooding is expected when river levels are at their highest this evening and early morning. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Lee, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Luton; Dukes Ride; Queens Court; Popes Court; Neville Road; Midhurst Garden; Brooklands Close; Montague Close; Brocket Court; Lemsford Court; The Hedgerows; Mallard Gardens; New Bedford Road. The risk of flooding is expected to reduce from the morning. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We are monitoring rainfall and checking rivers for blockages. This message will be updated by 10am tomorrow, Monday 23rd September, or as the situation changes.

Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding. Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. 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.