Flood Warning Info - River Weaver at Nantwich Riverside

Area Description

Riverside land from Beam Bridge to the railway and properties on First Wood Street, Second Wood Street, Welsh Row, Barker Street, Ernley Close and Weaver Bank.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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There are no Flood Warnings currently in force for this area. See below for historical flood warnings.

Area Covered by this Flood Warning

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Flood Warning History

Number of historic Flood Warnings that have previously been recorded for this area:
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area

Flood Warning issued on 2 Jan 2024 17:07
River Weaver
River levels are high on the River Weaver. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Weaver. River levels are expected to remain high. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated as the situation changes.


Flood Warning issued on 21 Oct 2023 15:31
River Weaver
River levels are continuing to rise on the River Weaver due to Storm Babet. No further rainfall is forecast, but river levels are still rising and are expected to peak overnight. Areas most at risk include riverside land from Beam Bridge to the railway and some properties on Welsh Row and Holland Walk. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated as the situation changes.


Flood Warning issued on 21 Oct 2023 04:36
River Weaver
River levels are rising on the River Weaver due to Storm Babet. Areas most at risk include riverside land from Beam Bridge to the railway and some properties on Welsh Row and Holland Walk. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 12:30 PM on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Warning issued on 20 Oct 2023 20:43
River Weaver
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. 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 Warning issued on 20 Oct 2023 20:03
River Weaver
River levels are rising on the River Weaver due to rainfall. Areas most at risk include riverside land from Beam Bridge to the railway and some properties on Welsh Row and Holland Walk. River levels are expected to remain high and flooding of properties will continue. Further rainfall is forecast overnight. River levels are high and forecast to rise further. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Warning issued on 12 Jun 2023 19:48
River Weaver


Flood Warning issued on 22 Jan 2021 09:56
River Weaver
River levels are beginning to drop below flood warning thresholds. However, there remains a risk from surface / standing water. We are closely monitoring the situation, and we will issue further updates where necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, Saturday 23/01/2021 or as the situation changes.


Flood Warning issued on 21 Jan 2021 00:42
River Weaver
River levels are rising at the Shrewbridge river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding to properties is expected. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for riverside land from Beam Bridge to the railway and some properties on Welsh Row and Holland Walk. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further flood warnings if necessary. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated 22/01/21, or as the situation changes.


Flood Warning issued on 26 Oct 2019 21:45
River Weaver
River levels have continued to rise at the Shrewbridge river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding remains expected for riverside land. We do not expect further significant rainfall today and we currently expect river levels to peak overnight. However, river levels will remain high until Sunday (27/10/2019). Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further updates if necessary. Staff are out in the area and will relay information and assist the emergency services and council. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. Avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated as the situation changes.


Flood Warning issued on 26 Oct 2019 17:23
River Weaver
River levels have continued to rise at the Shrewbridge river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding remains expected for riverside land. We do not expect further significant rainfall today and we currently expect river levels to peak this evening. However, river levels will remain high until Sunday (27/10/2019). Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further updates if necessary. Staff are out in the area and will relay information and assist the emergency services and council. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. Avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Warning issued on 26 Oct 2019 17:03
River Weaver
River levels have continued to rise at the Shrewbridge river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding remains expected for properties in and affected by access to Lakeside View. We do not expect further significant rainfall today and we currently expect river levels to peak this evening. However, river levels will remain high until Sunday (27/10/2019). Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further updates if necessary. Staff are out in the area and will relay information and assist the emergency services and council. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. Avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Warning issued on 26 Oct 2019 11:18
River Weaver
River levels are rising at the Shrewbridge river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is expected today 26/10/2019. We expect the flood warning threshold will be reached around lunchtime. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for riverside land. Further rainfall is forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated as the situation changes.