Flood Alert Info - River Ivel in Hertfordshire and Central Bedfordshire
Area Description
River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Flood Alert History
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2024 09:02
River Ivel
River levels are high but falling through most of the catchment, following rainfall from Storm Darragh. Flooding of low lying land is possible throughout today. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The weather forecast is dry for this week, which will allow river levels to continue falling. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 6pm today, 10/12/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2024 17:48
River Ivel
River levels are high but falling through most of the catchment in response to continued rain from Storm Darragh. Flooding of low lying land is possible overnight and into tomorrow, 10/12/2024. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The weather forecast is dry for this week, which will allow river levels to continue falling. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 10/12/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2024 08:21
River Ivel
River levels are high, rising in response to several days of rain from Storm Darragh. The rate of rise is already slowing and we do not anticipate issuing any further warnings. Flooding of low lying land is possible today, 09/12/2024. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The weather forecast is now dry for this week, 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 are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 6pm today, 09/12/24.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2024 09:23
River Ivel
River levels are falling. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. There is no significant rainfall forecast for the next few 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 6pm today, Thursday 28 November 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2024 16:29
River Ivel
River levels are rising steadily in response to rainfall overnight and this morning. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. There is no significant rainfall forecast for the next few 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 10am tomorrow, Thursday 28 November 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2024 13:29
River Ivel
River levels are rising steadily in response to rainfall overnight and this morning. Flooding is possible throughout the day today, Wednesday 27 November 2024. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. There is no significant rainfall forecast for the next few 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 6pm today, Wednesday 27 November 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2024 15:31
River Ivel
River levels remain high in response to recent rainfall from Storm Bert. Flooding is possible.
Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
The weather forecast is for drier conditions this evening and into 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, 26/11/2024
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2024 09:03
River Ivel
River levels are high in response to recent rainfall from Storm Bert. Flooding is possible over the course of today (25/11/2024).
Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
The weather forecast is for drier conditions 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, 25/11/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2024 17:26
River Ivel
River levels are high and holding steadily in response to rainfall from Storm Bert. Flooding is possible over the course of this evening (Sunday 24/11/2024).
Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
The weather forecast is for further rainfall tonight 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, 25/11/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2024 11:27
River Ivel
River levels are rising steadily in response to rainfall from Storm Bert. Flooding is possible over the course of the day and into this evening (Sunday 24/11/2024).
Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
The weather forecast is for further rainfall today 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 6pm, 24/11/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2024 15:35
River Ivel
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 Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
The weather forecast is for further rainfall tonight 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.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Oct 2024 17:57
River Ivel
River levels are forecast to rise in response to the forecast weather conditions. Flooding is possible from 4am tomorrow, Tuesday 8th October. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. 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 7 Oct 2024 09:20
River Ivel
River levels have fallen along the Ivel. This alert is in force due to particular concerns for the area downstream of Biggleswade. Based on the current forecast, flooding here is still possible for the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is for some heavy rainfall overnight tonight, with the potential for some continued heavy showers throughout the week, this week. Further rainfall could see river levels rise again. 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, Monday 7 October 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Oct 2024 15:35
River Ivel
River levels have fallen along the Ivel. This alert is in force due to particular concerns for the area downstream of Biggleswade. Based on the current forecast, flooding here is still possible for the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is for scattered showers tonight and then potential for heavier rainfall on Monday evening and throughout this week. Further rainfall could see river levels rise again. 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, Monday 07/10/2024
Flood Alert issued on 6 Oct 2024 08:47
River Ivel
River levels have fallen along the Ivel. This alert is in force due to particular concerns for the area downstream of Biggleswade. Based on the current forecast, flooding here is still possible for the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is for scattered showers today and then potential for heavier rainfall on Monday and throughout this week. Further rainfall could see river levels rise again. 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 4pm this afternoon, Sunday 06/10/24.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2024 16:08
River Ivel
River levels have fallen along the Ivel. This alert is in force due to particular concerns for the area downstream of Biggleswade. Flooding here is still possible for the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is for scattered showers tomorrow and then potential for heavier rainfall on Monday. Further rainfall will keep river levels high or could potential see them rise again. 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 06/10/24.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2024 08:25
River Ivel
River levels remain high but are now falling along the Ivel. Flooding is still possible for the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is dry today, but unsettled from tomorrow into next week. Further rainfall will push levels up again. 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 05/10/24.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2024 16:47
River Ivel
River levels remain high but are now falling along the Ivel. The peak of floodwater passed through Blunham yesterday evening. Flooding is still possible for the next few days.
Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
The forecast is dry today and tomorrow but the weather forecast is unsettled from Sunday into next week. Further rainfall will push levels up again.
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 9am, Saturday 05/10/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2024 06:40
River Ivel
River levels remain high but are now falling along the Ivel. The peak of floodwater passed through Blunham yesterday evening. Flooding is still possible for the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is dry today and tomorrow but the weather forecast is unsettled from Sunday into next week. further rainfall will push levels up again. 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, Friday 04/10/24.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Oct 2024 17:31
River Ivel
River levels remain high in response to recent rainfall. Flooding is still possible for the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is for no further significant rainfall for the next few days which will allow river levels to fall. 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 9am tomorrow, Friday 04/10/24.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Oct 2024 09:34
River Ivel
River levels remain high in response to recent rainfall. Flooding is still possible for the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is for no further significant rainfall for the next few days which will allow river levels to fall. 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, Thursday 03/10/24.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2024 16:24
River Ivel
River levels remain high in response to yesterday's rainfall. Flooding is still possible for the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is for no further significant rainfall for the next few day which will allow river levels to fall. 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, Thursday 03/10/24.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2024 08:54
River Ivel
River levels are rising again in response to further recent rainfall. Flooding is still possible for the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is for no further significant rainfall, which will allow river levels to peak and gradually 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 will update this message by 5pm today, Wednesday 02/10/24.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 16:11
River Ivel
River levels are rising again in response to further recent rainfall. Flooding is still possible for the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is for further rainfall thoughout today and tomorrow, 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 and will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Wednesday 02/10/24.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 12:39
River Ivel
River levels remain high and are responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is still possible for the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is for further rainfall throughout today, 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 and will update this message by 6pm today, Tuesday 1 October 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 15:37
River Ivel
River levels are falling but remain high in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is still possible for the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is for further rain over the next two days 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 and will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Tuesday 1 October 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 08:30
River Ivel
River levels are falling but remain high in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is still possible for the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is for further rain over the next two days 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 and will update this message by 5pm today, Monday 30th September.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2024 16:38
River Ivel
River levels are remaining high in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is still possible for the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is for dry weather today but some potentially heavy showers tomorrow, which will keep levels high. 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, Monday 30th September.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2024 08:20
River Ivel
River levels are remaining high in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is still possible for the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is for dry weather today but some potentially heavy showers tomorrow, which will keep levels high. 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 6pm today, Sunday 29th September.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Sep 2024 16:55
River Ivel
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 Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. 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 09:06
River Ivel
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 Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. 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 17:03
River Ivel
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 Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. 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 09:02
River Ivel
River levels have risen in response to heavy rainfall overnight. Flooding is possible for the next few days.
Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight and into tomorrow morning, 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 and will update this message by 5pm today 27/09/24.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Sep 2024 03:09
River Ivel
River levels have risen in response to heavy rainfall overnight. Flooding is possible for the next few days.
Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight and into tomorrow morning, 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 and will update this message by 5pm today 27/09/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2024 17:36
River Ivel
River levels are falling but remain high in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible for the next few days. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. Further rainfall is forecast for today 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 and will update this message by 11am tomorrow Friday 27/09/24.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2024 08:24
River Ivel
River levels are falling but remain high in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible for the next few days.
Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
Further rainfall is forecast for today 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 are monitoring the situation and will update this message by 6pm today, Thursday 26/09/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Sep 2024 17:41
River Ivel
River levels are falling but remain high in response to recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is possible for the next few days.
Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout this evening and tomorrow, Thursday 26 September, 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 10 am tomorrow, 26/09/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Sep 2024 09:41
River Ivel
River levels are falling but remain high in response to recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is possible for the next few days.
Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
Further rainfall is forecast for today 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, 25/09/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Sep 2024 16:46
River Ivel
River levels are high in response to recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is possible for the next few days.
Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
Further rainfall is forecast for Wednesday evening 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, 25/09/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Sep 2024 09:04
River Ivel
River levels are high in response to recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is possible for the next few days.
Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
Drier conditions are expected today, 24/09/2024 though further rainfall is forecast for Wednesday evening 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, 24/09/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Sep 2024 16:52
River Ivel
River levels are rising steadily in response to recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is possible this afternoon and into this evening, 23/09/2024.
Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
Further rainfall is expected this afternoon and into this evening hours which will keep river levels high for the next few 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 10am tomorrow, 24/09/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Sep 2024 08:54
River Ivel
River levels are rising steadily in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible over the next few hours and into this evening, 23/09/24. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 12 hours which will keep river levels high and could also lead to some surface water problems. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. Our workforce are out checking flood defences and clearing weed screens.
We will update this message by 6pm today, 23/09/24.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Sep 2024 16:57
River Ivel
River levels are rising steadily in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible from now and through tomorrow, 23/09/2024.
Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours which will keep river levels high and could also lead to some surface water problems.
Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. Our workforce are out checking flood defences and clearing weed screens.
We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, 23/09/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Sep 2024 13:24
River Ivel
River levels are rising steadily in response to heavy rainfall overnight and this morning. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. Further rainfall is expected over the 24 hours which will keep river levels high and could also lead to some surface water problems. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. Our workforce are out checking flood defences and clearing weed screens. We will update this message by 5pm today, 22/09/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jul 2024 16:40
River Ivel
River levels are currently high but steady and are expected to drop overnight. Flooding is possible from now until tomorrow morning, 17/07/24. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is for any light showers to clear this evening. There is no significant rainfall overnight and for the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 17/07/24.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jul 2024 10:04
River Ivel
River levels are rising steadily in response to last night’s heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible over the next few hours. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. Further showery rainfall is expected over the next 12 hours which will keep river levels high and could also lead to some surface water problems. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 6pm today,16/07/24.
Flood Alert issued on 23 May 2024 16:51
River Ivel
River levels are remaining high in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. No further rainfall is forecast for a few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 24/05/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 23 May 2024 09:32
River Ivel
River levels are remaining high in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. No further rainfall is forecast for a few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 6pm today, 23/05/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 14:25
River Ivel
River levels are rising steadily in response to overnight rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. Further showers are expected over the 12 hours which will keep river levels high [and could also lead to some surface water problems]. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 23/05/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Apr 2024 18:21
River Ivel
A flood alert has been issued. River levels remain high but steady in response to today’s rainfall. Flooding is possible over the next few hours and into this evening, 28/04/2024. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast this evening and tomorrow is dry with no significant rainfall. 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, 29/04/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Apr 2024 11:23
River Ivel
River levels are reacting quickly in response to steady overnight rainfall. Flooding is possible over the next few hours and into this evening, 28/04/2024.
Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
Further light rainfall is expected over the next 12 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, 28/04/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2024 15:40
River Ivel
River levels are rising in response to rainfall over the past 24 hours. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is now largely dry today and tomorrow. We are not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. 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 morning, 03/03/24.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 16:21
River Ivel
River levels are continuing to fall in Shefford but remain high at Blunham in response to recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. 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 08:15
River Ivel
River levels have now peaked in response to yesterday’s rainfall and are starting to fall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. 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 17:38
River Ivel
River levels are rising steadily in response to the recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
There is potential for more rainfall today which will cause levels 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, Friday 23rd February.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2024 16:27
River Ivel
River levels are falling after recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. 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 09:39
River Ivel
River levels remain high after recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. 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 16:59
River Ivel
River levels are high in response to Saturday night’s rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. 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 11:46
River Ivel
River levels are rising steadily in response to overnight rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. 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 09:17
River Ivel
River levels are falling but will be responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. Further rainfall is possible over the next 24 hours. 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 16:56
River Ivel
River levels remain high and will be responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. Further rainfall is possible over the next 24 hours. 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 08:54
River Ivel
River levels remain high and will be responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. 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 16:11
River Ivel
River levels remain high in response to rainfall on Thursday 8 February. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. With further rain expected today, river levels are expected to 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 Ivel
River levels are rising in response to rainfall on Thursday 8 February. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. With further rain expected today, river levels are expected to 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 18:46
River Ivel
River levels are rising in response to today’s rainfall. Flooding is possible until tomorrow, Friday 9th February 2024. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. With further rain expected this evening until the early hours of Friday morning, river levels are expected to rise 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 08:26
River Ivel
River levels are falling but remain high following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. No further rain is forecast in the next few 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, Sunday 07/01/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 16:24
River Ivel
River levels remain high following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. No further rain is forecast in the next few 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 10am tomorrow morning, Sunday 07/01/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 09:24
River Ivel
River levels remain high following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. No further rain is forecast in the next few 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, 06/01/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 18:02
River Ivel
River levels are rising steadily following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. No further rain is forecast in the next few 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 10am tomorrow, 06/01/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 09:42
River Ivel
River levels are rising steadily in response to last night’s rainfall. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. Further light rainfall is expected over the next 12 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 5pm today, 05/01/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 18:15
River Ivel
River levels are falling steadily but remain responsive to further rainfall following Storm Henk. Flooding is expected. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is for more rainfall this evening, and into Friday. River levels will react again. 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, 05/01/2024
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 08:49
River Ivel
River levels are falling but remain responsive to further rainfall following Storm Henk. Flooding is expected. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. The forecast is for more rainfall this evening, and into Friday. River levels will react again. 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, 04/01/24.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 16:42
River Ivel
River levels are currently high but steady following heavy rainfall from Storm Henk. Flooding is expected. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. 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, 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 Ivel
River levels remain high following heavy rainfall from Storm Henk. Flooding is expected. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. Further light rain is expected today, then mostly dry for several days which will see river levels begin to fall but will remain 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, 03/01/24.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 17:12
River Ivel
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 Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. Further rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours which will see river levels 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 9am tomorrow, 03/01/24.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 08:35
River Ivel
River levels are rising steadily in response to recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are around the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. 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, 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 31 Mar 2023 23:33
River Ivel
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 11 Mar 2023 17:31
River Ivel
River levels are high but falling at the Shefford river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Flooding is affecting River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
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 10:48
River Ivel
River levels are high but falling at the Shefford river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Flooding is affecting River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
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 17:00
River Ivel
River levels are high but steady at the Shefford river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
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 08:08
River Ivel
River levels have risen at the Shefford river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible today, 10/03/2023. Flooding is affecting River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
Further heavy 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, 10/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 16:48
River Ivel
River levels are high but falling at the Shefford river gauge. But, remain high further downstream as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. Further light rainfall/snow is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next couple of days. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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, Monday 8 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 07:36
River Ivel
River levels are rising at the Shefford river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall yesterday evening and overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. Further light rainfall/snow is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout the day. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 this afternoon, Sunday 7 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2021 17:17
River Ivel
River levels are high but are falling at the Shefford river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall in the catchment over the last few days. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible today, Sunday 31 January. We expect flooding to affect the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. No further significant rainfall is forecast until Tuesday 2 February, and we expect levels to continue to fall 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 tomorrow morning, Monday 1 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2021 08:44
River Ivel
River levels have risen at the Shefford river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall in the catchment over the last few days. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible today, Sunday 31st January. We expect flooding to affect the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next 48 hours. We expect levels to remain high throughout today, and begin to fall this afternoon. 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 31st January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 17:30
River Ivel
River levels are steadily rising again at the Shefford river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding remains possible today, Saturday 30 January. We expect flooding to affect River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. No further rainfall is forecast for 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. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Sunday 31 January, or as the situation changes. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 09:05
River Ivel
River levels have fallen at the Shefford river gauge, however further rainfall is forecast throughout the day today which is likely to see levels rise again. Consequently, flooding remains possible today, Saturday 30 January. We expect flooding to affect the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. 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 30 January, or as the situation changes. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 19:49
River Ivel
River levels remain high at the Shefford river gauge as a result of the rainfall yesterday and overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible. We expect flooding to affect River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours which may 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. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Saturday, 30/01/2021, or as the situation changes. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 12:48
River Ivel
River levels remain high at the Shefford river gauge as a result of the rainfall yesterday and overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible. We expect flooding to affect the River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours which may cause river levels 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. This message will be updated this evening, Friday 29 January, or as the situation changes. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 18:20
River Ivel
River levels have risen at the Shefford river gauge as a result of the rainfall overnight and this morning. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit . 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 tomorrow morning, Friday 29 January, or as the situation changes. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 10:53
River Ivel
River levels are rising at the Shefford river gauge as a result of the rainfall overnight and this morning. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit . 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 17 Jan 2021 10:32
River Ivel
River levels remain high at the Shefford river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. No further rainfall is forecast for 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 this afternoon, Sunday 17 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 17:35
River Ivel
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Shefford river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. No further rainfall is forecast. River levels are falling, 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, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, 17/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 08:12
River Ivel
River levels have been falling at our Shefford and Arlesey river gauges, but remain high as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible today, Saturday 16th January. We expect flooding to affect River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. Further rainfall is forecast for throughout this morning, which may result in further level rise. We expect river levels to remain high over the weekend. 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 16th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 23:26
River Ivel
River levels have been falling at our Shefford and Arlesey river gauges, but remain high as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible tonight, Friday 15 January and into tomorrow Saturday 16 January. We expect flooding to affect River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. Further rainfall is forecast for tomorrow morning, Saturday 16 January, therefore it is possible levels will rise again and remain high over the weekend. 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 20:34
River Ivel
River levels have been falling at our Shefford and Arlesey river gauges, but remain high as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible tonight, Friday 15 January and into tomorrow Saturday 16 January. We expect flooding to affect River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. Further rainfall is forecast for tomorrow morning, Saturday 16 January. We expect river levels to remain high 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 tomorrow morning, Saturday 16 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 09:41
River Ivel
River levels remain high at our Shefford river gauge and Arlesey river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall throughout the day yesterday. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, Friday, 15/01/2021. We expect flooding to affect River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit. No rainfall is forecast today, however further rainfall is possible tomorrow, Saturday 16/01/2021. This may result in river levels remaining high or rising again over the weekend. 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 15 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 20:24
River Ivel
River levels remain high at our Shefford river gauge and are rising at our Arlesey river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible over Thursday night into Friday, 15/01/2021. We expect flooding to affect River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high and continue to rise at Arlesey during Thursday night into 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 on Friday 15 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 13:01
River Ivel
River levels are rising at the Shefford river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, Thursday 14 January. We expect flooding to affect River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 6 hours. We expect river levels to continue to rise this afternoon, Thursday 14 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, Thursday 14 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 04:42
River Ivel
Levels are now well below the flood risk thresholds. We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 13:30
River Ivel
River levels are rising at the Shefford river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect River Ivel from Langford to Blunham, including the rivers Purwell, Hiz, Flit and Hit.
There is some light rainfall forecast during Thursday. We expect river levels to rise throughout 24/12/2020. 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 morning, 25/12/2020, or as the situation changes.