Flood Alert Info - River Dee catchment in England from Whitchurch to Chester
Area Description
River Dee in England covers areas around Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
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 21 Dec 2024 08:49
River Dee
River levels continue to remain high in this area. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, particularly around low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Further rain is forecast over this weekend, but no flood warnings are expected under the current forecast.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
No flood warnings are expected under this current forecast.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 22/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
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 20 Dec 2024 09:04
River Dee
River levels continue to remain high in this area. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, particularly around low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
No flood warnings are expected under this current forecast.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 21/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2024 10:32
River Dee
River levels are rising due to previous rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. No flood warnings are expected at this time.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
No flood warnings are expected under this current forecast.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 20/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2024 15:43
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee but are slowly falling. No further rain is expected before the weekend.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is expected to remain cut off until Sunday.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels.
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 by 5:00PM on 13/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2024 15:49
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee but are slowly falling.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is likely to be cut off.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels.
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 by 5:00PM on 12/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2024 16:06
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee but are slowly falling.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is likely to be cut off.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels.
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 by 5:00PM on 11/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2024 09:18
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee but are slowly falling.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is likely to be cut off.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels.
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 by 5:00PM on 10/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2024 16:45
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee but will start to fall, although slowly.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is likely to be cut off.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels.
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 by 10:00AM on 10/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2024 08:22
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee due to recent rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee. Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is likely to be cut off.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
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 by 5:00PM on 09/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2024 15:38
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee due to recent rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee. Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Further showers are forecast.
Townfield Lane is likely to be cut off.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
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 by 10:00AM on 09/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2024 09:00
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee due to recent rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee. Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
We expect river levels to remain high throughout today, Sunday 8th of December.
Townfield Lane is likely to be cut off.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation.
We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities.
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 by 5 PM on 08/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2024 11:35
River Dee
River levels are rising on the River Dee due to recent rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee. Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon (7th of December), into Sunday 8th of December.
We expect river levels to remain high throughout today and remaining high until Sunday 8th of December.
Townfield Lane is likely to be cut off.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation.
We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities.
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 by 10:00AM on 08/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2024 08:26
River Dee
River levels are rising on the River Dee due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee. Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon (6th of December), into lunchtime on Saturday 7th of December.
We expect river levels to remain high throughout today and remaining high until Sunday 8th of December.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation.
We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities.
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 by 10:00AM on 07/12/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 29 Nov 2024 10:30
River Dee
River levels are continuing to fall on the River Dee. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane in Farndon is expected to still be cut off.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on 30/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2024 10:03
River Dee
River levels are continuing to fall slowly on the River Dee but will remain high for the next few days. We expect the river to drop below Flood Alert level at the weekend. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane in Farndon is expected to still be cut off.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on 29/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2024 10:03
River Dee
River levels continue to fall slowly on the River Dee but will remain high for the next few days. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane in Farndon is expected to still be cut off at this point.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on 28/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2024 11:33
River Dee
River levels are slowly falling on the river Dee but will continue to remain high for the next few days. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on 27/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2024 15:08
River Dee
River levels continue to remain high on the river Dee and will remain high for the next few days. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on 26/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2024 17:46
River Dee
River levels are rising as a result of recent rainfall.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 1:00 PM on 25/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2024 09:13
River Dee
High river levels and will remain high into next week and may lead to flooding.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 25/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2024 09:43
River Dee
River levels remain high due to heavy rain. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible today, 20/10/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated this afternoon by 05:00 PM on 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 14:45
River Dee
River levels remain high due to heavy rain. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible overnight.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is expected to be cut off.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning by 10:00 AM on 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 09:34
River Dee
River levels remain high due to heavy rain. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible today, 19/10/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is expected to be cut off.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated this afternoon by 05:00 PM on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 16:13
River Dee
River levels remain high due to heavy rain. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible this evening.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is expected to be cut off.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 10:16
River Dee
River levels remain high due to heavy rain. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible today.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is expected to be cut off.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 18/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 15:26
River Dee
Due to heavy rain, flooding of roads and low lying land is possible this evening.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is expected to be cut off.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 18/10/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 08:06
River Dee
Due to heavy rain, flooding of roads and low lying land is possible.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is expected to be cut off.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 18/10/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2024 10:48
River Dee
River levels are dropping but remain high around locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 03/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 14:07
River Dee
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is expected to be cut off.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 02/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 08:32
River Dee
River Levels are high due to rainfall overnight.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is expected to be cut off.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on 02/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 17:54
River Dee
Rising river levels this evening may lead to flooding.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:30 PM on 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Apr 2024 09:33
River Dee
River levels will remain high but steady all day and through to tomorrow, with Townfield Lane likely to be cut off throughout today 11/4/24.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 12/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2024 10:11
River Dee
River levels are remaining high on the River Dee.
River levels will be high all day and through tomorrow.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 11/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 18:06
River Dee
Townfield Lane is expected to be Cut off at this point.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 08:06
River Dee
River levels have risen and are steady on the River Dee due to rainfall over the last few days.
River levels are expected to remain high on 09/04/2024 and throughout the week. We will continue to monitor the forecast and update this alert if necessary.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and footpaths around Farndon expected to be most affected.
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 by 09:30 AM on 10/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 09:47
River Dee
River levels have risen and are steady on the River Dee due to rainfall over the last few days.
River levels are expected to remain high on Monday 08/04/2024 and throughout the week. We will continue to monitor the forecast and update this alert if necessary.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and footpaths around Farndon expected to be most affected.
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 by 09:30 AM on 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Apr 2024 11:35
River Dee
River levels are rising on the River Dee due to rainfall over the last few days.
River levels are expected to rise during Sunday 07/04/2024 and into next week. We will continue to monitor the forecast and update this alert if necessary.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and footpaths around Farndon expected to be most affected. It is possible that Townfield Lane will become impassable from this afternoon, 07/04/2024.
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 by 9:30 AM on 08/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Apr 2024 08:00
River Dee
River levels are rising on the River Dee due to rainfall over the last few days.
River levels are expected to rise during Sunday 07/04/2024 and into next week. We will continue to monitor the forecast and update this alert if necessary.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and footpaths around Farndon expected to be most affected. Townfield Lane is forecast to become impassable from tomorrow morning, 08/04/2024.
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 by 9:30 AM on 08/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2024 18:35
River Dee
River levels are high and expected to rise on the River Dee due to heavy rainfall this afternoon and into the evening.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days and we expect river levels to remain high.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated by 10:30 AM tomorrow, 29/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Mar 2024 09:21
River Dee
River levels are rising on the River Dee due to rainfall today, 15/03/2024. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. River levels are expected to remain high into next week. No flood warnings are expected.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor the forecast.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 16/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2024 09:45
River Dee
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the River Dee following recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield lane is likely to be cut off.
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 Alert issued on 24 Feb 2024 09:06
River Dee
River levels are remaining high on the River Dee due to recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield lane is likely to be cut off.
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 alert area: River Dee in England covers areas around Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 09:02
River Dee
River levels are rising steadily on the River Dee due to yesterdays rainfall.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield lane is likely to be cut off.
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 Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 09:54
River Dee
River levels are rising steadily on the River Dee due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Further rainfall is forecast this morning.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert 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 Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 08:40
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane may still be cut off.
No further rainfall is forecast throughout the day.
River levels on the River Dee are expected to slowly fall.
Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 10:00 AM on 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 09:38
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is likely to remain cut off.
No further rainfall is forecast throughout the day.
River levels are expected to remain high.
Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 10:00 AM on 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 08:20
River Dee
River levels are high on the River Dee due to rainfall.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is expected to be cut off.
Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the day.
River levels are expected to remain high.
Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 10:00 AM on 10/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jan 2024 10:00
River Dee
River levels on the River Dee at Farndon are continuing to fall today, 27th January 2024, but flooding of low lying land and roads is still possible, and Townfield Lane may still be cut off.
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 by 10:30 tomorrow, 28/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 26 Jan 2024 12:38
River Dee
River levels on the River Dee at Farndon are starting to fall, but are still above the flood alert threshold, so flooding of low-lying lands and roads is still possible today, 26th January 2024.
We expect river levels to remain high and Townfield Lane to remain cut off for the next few days.
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 by 10:30 tomorrow, 27/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 25 Jan 2024 09:44
River Dee
River levels on the River Dee at Farndon are still above the flood alert threshold, so flooding of low-lying lands and roads is still possible today, 25th January 2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high and Townfield Lane to remain cut off.
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 by 10:30 tomorrow, 26/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2024 10:49
River Dee
The River Dee at Farndon has reached the flood alert level.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days and we expect river levels to remain high and Townfield Lane to remain cut off.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated by 10:30 tomorrow, 25/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 12:40
River Dee
The River Dee at Farndon has reached the flood alert level.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days and we expect river levels to remain high. Townfield Lane is expected to be cut from this evening (23/01/2024).
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated by 10:30 tomorrow, 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2024 10:08
River Dee
The River Dee at Farndon has now reached the flood alert level. We expect the river to keep rising over the next few days as it responds to incoming rainfall. Townfield Lane is expected to be cut off this evening. We currently expect the river to peak on Wednesday 24th January 2024, and are not currently forecasting Flood Warning level to be reached.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2024 18:52
River Dee
Due to rainfall, the Dee at Farndon is rising and is expected to hit Flood Alert level tomorrow morning, between approximately 08:00 and 14:00 on Monday 22nd January 2024. The river is expected to keep rising in response to further forecasted rainfall on Monday and Tuesday. It is currently expected to peak on Wednesday 24th January 2024. We'll update this message by midday tomorrow, Monday 22nd January 2024, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Jan 2024 12:14
River Dee
River levels are still high on the River Dee but are continuing to fall.
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 alert area: River Dee in England covers areas around Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2024 10:04
River Dee
River levels are on the River Dee are continuing to fall and should drop below Flood Alert levels on Tuesday 9th January.
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 on Tuesday 9th January when we may remove this flood warning
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 10:17
River Dee
Water levels are still high on the River Dee and flooding of land is still possible, however, the river is now slowly, but steadily, falling and after some showers today (Friday 5th January) there is no more rain forecast for the next few days at least so we expect the river to continue to fall. However, levels are likely to remain above the Flood Alert threshold until Wednesday 10th January. We will continue to monitor the situation and update this message on Monday 8th January before 12 noon or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 11:49
River Dee
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert 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 Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 16:34
River Dee
River levels are high on the River Dee due to rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
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 Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 10:23
River Dee
River levels remain high in response to recent rainfall. More rain is forecasted today, 02/01/2024, we are not expecting to reach flood warning.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane remains cut off.
River levels are expected to remain high for the next few days.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 08:53
River Dee
River levels remain high in response to recent rainfall. More rain is forecasted today, 01/01/2024, we are not expecting to reach flood warning.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane remains cut off.
River levels are expected to remain high for the next few days.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 11:12
River Dee
River levels remain high in response to recent rainfall. More rain is forecasted today, 31/12/2023, we are not expecting to reach flood warning.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane remains cut off.
River levels are expected to remain high for the next few days.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2023 10:45
River Dee
River levels remain high in response to recent rainfall. More rain is forecasted today, 30/12/2023, we are not expecting to reach flood warning.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane remains cut off.
River levels are expected to remain high for the next few days.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2023 12:26
River Dee
River levels are slowly rising on the River Dee in response to recent rainfall. Levels are due to peak later today, but there is more rain forecast tomorrow, 30/12/2023.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane remains cut off.
River levels are expected to remain high for the next few days.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 10:08
River Dee
River levels are slowly rising on the River Dee in response to rainfall and are expected to peak in the early hours of tomorrow morning, 29/12/2023.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is cut off.
River levels are expected to remain high through to Friday 29/12/2023.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert 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 by 10:00 on 29/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 16:58
River Dee
River levels are continuing to rise on the River Dee in response to rainfall and are expected to keep rising throughout the week.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane is expected to be cut off in the early hours of 28/12/2023.
River levels are expected to remain high through to Friday 29/12/2023.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert 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 by 10:00 on 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 09:51
River Dee
River levels are continuing to rise on the River Dee in response to rainfall and are expected to keep rising throughout the week.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane at Farndon is likely to be cut off this afternoon.
River levels are expected to remain high through to Friday 29/12/2023.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert 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 by 10:00 on 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2023 09:10
River Dee
River levels are continuing to rise on the River Dee in response to rainfall and are expected to keep rising throughout the week.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane at Farndon is likely to be cut off.
Heavy rainfall is expected from midnight tonight 26/12/2023, through to tomorrow afternoon 27/12/2023. River levels are expected to remain high and continue to result in a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads through to Friday 29/12/2023.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert 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 by 10:00 on 27/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2023 10:48
River Dee
River levels have risen on the River Dee in response to overnight rainfall and are expected to continue rising throughout the day today.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington from this morning, 25/12/2023.
Townfield Lane at Farndon is likely to become cut off from 04:00 PM today.
Due to further rainfall forecast later this week, river levels are expected to remain high and continue to result in a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads through to Friday 29/12/2023.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert 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 by 09:00 on 26/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2023 11:55
River Dee
River levels are high on the River Dee due to the rainfall we have had over the last few days.
River levels will continue to remain high over the next few days and Townfield lane is likely to remain cut off.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 midday on the 16/12/23 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2023 10:26
River Dee
River levels are high on the River Dee due to the rainfall we have had over the last few days.
River levels will continue to remain high over the next few days and Townfield lane is likely to remain cut off.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 midday on the 15/12/23 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2023 10:39
River Dee
River levels are high on the River Dee due to the rainfall we have had over the last few days.
River levels will continue to remain high over the next few days and Townfield lane is likely to remain cut off.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 midday on the 14/12/23 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 11:19
River Dee
River levels are high on the River Dee due to the rainfall we have had over the last few days.
River levels will continue to remain high over the next few days and Townfield lane is likely to remain cut off.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 midday on the 13/12/23 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 09:53
River Dee
River levels are high on the River Dee due to the rainfall we have had over the last few days.
River levels will continue to remain high over the next few days and Townfield lane is likely to remain cut off.
Further rainfall is forecast today 11/12/23 and overnight.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 midday on the 12/12/23 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 12:54
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee due to the rainfall we have had over the last few days.
There is now water on Townfield lane. River levels will continue to remain high over the next few days and Townfield lane is likely to be cut off for the next few days.
Further rainfall is forecast today 10/12/23 and overnight on the 11/12/23.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 midday on the 11/12/23 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 14:36
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee due to the rainfall we have had over the last few days.
Townfield lane will be cut off from around 16:00 today and river levels will continue to remain high.
Further rainfall is forecast today and over the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 midday on the 10/12/23 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 15:13
River Dee
River levels are rising on the River Dee due to the rainfall we have had over the last few days.
Townfield lane is forecast to be cut from around 9am on 9/12/23
Further rainfall is forecast today and over the weekend. A band of rainfall will be coming through from early hours after Saturday until Saturday afternoon.
Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation.
River levels will continue to remain high and continue to rise over the weekend and into early next week.
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 midday on the 9/12/23 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Nov 2023 16:34
River Dee
Levels are slowly rising on the Dee due to recent rainfall.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert 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 Alert issued on 16 Nov 2023 15:58
River Dee
River levels are high and are slowly decreasing. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further alerts if necessary.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Townfield Lane which may be cut off tomorrow morning as levels are forecast to rise.
Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation.
This message will be updated by 12:00pm on Friday 17th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2023 15:19
River Dee
River levels are high and are slowly rising. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further alerts if necessary.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Townfield Lane which may be cut off later today, 15th November.
Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation.
This message will be updated by 12:00pm on Thursday 16th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 14:44
River Dee
River levels are high and will remain high overnight. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further alerts if necessary.
Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation.
This message will be updated by 12:00pm on Wednesday 15th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 14:25
River Dee
River levels have currently dropped below the flood risk threshold although the fields are still flooded. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will update the flood alert as necessary.
Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation.
This message will be updates by 12:00pm on Wednesday 15th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 10:08
River Dee
River levels have currently dropped below the flood risk threshold although the fields are still flooded. They are expected to go back through the threshold later today 13/11/2023 or overnight, so flooding is possible of low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further alerts if necessary.
Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation.
This message will be updated by 12:00pm on Tuesday 14th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Nov 2023 06:43
River Dee
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 24 Oct 2023 11:56
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee as a result of heavy rainfall from storm Babet.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield lane is currently cut off.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation.
This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2023 10:29
River Dee
River levels remain high at the Farndon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall from storm Babet. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for properties along the English River Dee in Farndon. Townfield lane is currently cut off.
No further rainfall is expected today.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation.
This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Oct 2023 11:05
River Dee
River levels remain high at the Farndon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall from storm Babet. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for properties along the English River Dee in Farndon. Townfield lane is currently cut off.
No further rainfall is expected today.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation.
This message will be updated by 6pm, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2023 12:09
River Dee
River levels are rising at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall from storm Babet. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for properties along the English River Dee in Farndon. Townfield lane is currently cut off.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 13:29
River Dee
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 14 Oct 2023 01:43
River Dee
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 22 Sep 2023 16:31
River Dee
River levels are rising on the River Dee due to rainfall over the last few days, with more rain forecast over the weekend.
River levels are expected to remain high during Saturday 23/09/2023 and into next week. We will continue to monitor the forecast and update this alert if necessary.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and footpaths around Farndon expected to be most affected. 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 by 9:00 AM on 23/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Sep 2023 08:44
River Dee
River levels are rising on the River Dee due to rainfall over the last few days, with more rain due today and over the weekend.
River levels are expected to remain high on 22/09/2023 and into next week. We will continue to monitor the forecast and update this alert if necessary.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and footpaths around Farndon expected to be most affected. 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 by 5:00 PM on 22/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Sep 2023 15:34
River Dee
River levels are rising on the River Dee due to rainfall over the last few days, with more rain due over the next few days.
River levels are expected to remain high on 22/09/2023 and into next week. We will continue to monitor the forecast and update this alert if necessary.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land and footpaths around Farndon expected to be most affected. 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 by 9:00 AM on 22/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Sep 2023 07:04
River Dee
River levels have risen on the River Dee due to rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
River levels are expected to remain high on 21/09/2023.We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert 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 by 7:00 PM on 21/09/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Mar 2023 13:01
River Dee
We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Recent rainfall has caused the River Dee to rise. However, it has now reached its peak and will steadily fall through the weekend, but it will remain above the Flood Alert level until early next week. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated Monday morning, 20/03/2023, or as the situation changes. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Mar 2023 10:31
River Dee
We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Recent rainfall overnight has caused the River Dee to rise. It should peak at about noon today15 March 2023 at 8.7 metres but will continue to be high until Friday morning 17th March fluctuating between 8.5 and 8.7 metres due to further rainfall tonight and tomorrow. Access to Townfield Lane is currently cut off. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated Friday morning, 17/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2023 11:40
River Dee
We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Rainfall overnight has caused the River Dee to rise and it will continue to do so due to further rainfall throughout today and tomorrow. Access to Townfield Lane is currently cut off. The Dee is forecast to peak at 8.5m at around 23:00 today, 14/03/23. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/03/2023, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2023 14:42
River Dee
We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Rainfall overnight has caused the River Dee to rise and it will continue to do so due to further rainfall throughout today and tomorrow. Access to Townfield Lane is likely to be cut off from around the early hours(02:00) on 14/03/23. The Dee is forecast to peak at 8.6m at around 21:00 on 14/03/23.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 14/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2023 09:10
River Dee
River levels are remaining high on the River Dee. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the afternoon and evening. River levels are expected to remain high. We will continue to work with emergency services and local authorities and to keep closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2023 11:37
River Dee
River levels are remaining high on the River Dee.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the afternoon and evening.
River levels are expected to remain high.
We will continue to work with emergency services and local authorities and to keep closely monitoring the situation.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2023 11:27
River Dee
River levels are remaining high on the River Dee.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee.
No property flooding is expected.
Further rainfall is forecast this morning.
River levels are expected to remain high.
We will continue to work with emergency services and local authorities and to keep closely monitoring the situation.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
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 12:00 PM on 08/01/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2023 16:08
River Dee
River levels are remaining high on the River Dee.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
No property flooding is expected.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight.
River levels are expected to remain high over the weekend.
We will continue to work with emergency services and local authorities and to keep closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 12:00 PM on 07/01/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2022 18:32
River Dee
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 11:51
River Dee
River levels are remaining high on the River Dee. Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane is cut off. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. 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 Alert issued on 25 Nov 2022 08:34
River Dee
River levels are rising on the River Dee.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. From approximately midday on 25/11/2022 Townfield Lane is likely to be cut off.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
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 Alert issued on 25 Feb 2022 13:26
River Dee
River levels on the River Dee are continuing to fall steadily. They are expected to remain above Flood Alert levels today, Friday. Flooding remains possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane at Farndon may still be affected by standing water which could be deep in places. No significant rainfall is forecast over the weekend. We will continue to monitor levels closely. 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 by 12:00 noon on 26/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2022 11:16
River Dee
River levels on the River Dee are continuing to fall slowly. They are expected to remain above Flood Alert levels until at least the weekend. Flooding remains possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane at Farndon will continue to be cut off for the next few days. No further significant rainfall is forecast. We will continue to monitor levels closely. 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 by 12:00 noon on 25/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2022 10:44
River Dee
River levels on the River Dee are continuing to fall slowly. They are expected to remain above Flood Alert levels for several more days. Flooding remains possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane at Farndon will continue to be cut off for the next few days. No further significant rainfall is forecast. We will continue to monitor levels closely. 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 by 12:00 noon on 24/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 12:04
River Dee
River levels on the River Dee have peaked overnight and are falling slowly. They are expected to remain above Flood Alert levels for several days.
Flooding remains possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane at Farndon will continue to be cut off for the next few days.
No further significant rainfall is forecast.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
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 by 12:00 noon on 23/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 16:22
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee due to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, in particular, low lying land and roads at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. The River Dee levels are expected to continue to rise steadily, before peaking this evening on Monday 21/02/2022. Townfield Lane at Farndon will continue to be cut off for the next few days. We will continue to monitor the situation. 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 tomorrow 22/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 11:03
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee due to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, in particular, low lying land and roads at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. The River Dee levels are expected to continue to rise steadily today. River levels are expected to peak on Monday 21/02/2022. Townfield Lane at Farndon is currently cut off and remain cut off for the next few days. We will continue to monitor the situation. 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 by 11:00 AM on 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 18:10
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee due to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, in particular, low lying land and roads at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. The River Dee levels are expected to continue to rise steadily over the weekend. River levels are expected to peak on Monday 21/02/2022. Townfield Lane at Farndon is currently cut off and remain cut off for the next few days. We will continue to monitor the situation. 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 by 11:00 AM on 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 09:46
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee due to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, in particular, low lying land and roads at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. The River Dee levels are expected to rise steadily towards the weekend. It is likely that Townfield Lane at Farndon will get cut off as the river rises. We will continue to monitor the situation. 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 by 11:00 AM on 19/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2022 13:42
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee due to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, in particular, low lying land and roads at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. The River Dee levels are expected to rise steadily towards the weekend. It is likely that Townfield Lane at Farndon will get cut off as the river rises. We will continue to monitor the situation. 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 by 11:00 AM on 18/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2022 11:38
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee due to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, in particular, low lying land and roads at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
The River Dee levels are expected to rise again over the next few days. It is likely that Townfield Lane at Farndon will get cut off as the river rises. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this alert as 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 by 11:00 AM on 17/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2022 12:00
River Dee
River levels continue to rise steadily on the River Dee, due to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, in particular, low lying land and roads at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee from Tuesday morning 15/02/2022. It is likely that Townfield Lane at Farndon will get cut off as the river rises.
The River Dee level will continue to rise throughout the week and is currently expected to peak on Saturday 19/02/2022 at approximately 8.8m. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this alert as 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 by 11:00 AM on 16/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2022 16:05
River Dee
River levels are rising steadily on the River Dee due to recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Dee, with low lying land expected to be most affected. In particular, low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee from 08:00 AM on Tuesday 15/02/2022. It is likely that Townfield Lane at Farndon will get cut off as the river rises.
The River Dee will remain high and is currently expected to peak on Thursday 17/02/2022 at approximately 8.5m.
We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this alert 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 by 11:00 AM on 15/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2022 10:07
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee. Flooding remains possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington throughout today 02/01/2022. We will see river levels gradually drop throughout today. Please be aware that Townfield Lane could be cut off. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert 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 tomorrow morning (3/1/2022), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2022 10:37
River Dee
River levels are continuing to rise slowly on the River Dee. Flooding remains possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington throughout today (01/01/2022). The River Dee is expected to peak at lunchtime today at 8.2m and then begin to gradually drop. Please be aware that Townfield Lane could be cut off. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert 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 tomorrow morning (2/1/2022), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2021 10:38
River Dee
River levels are continuing to rise slowly on the River Dee. Flooding remains possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington throughout today (31/12/2021) and into tomorrow morning (1/1/2022). The River Dee is expected to peak at lunchtime tomorrow at 8.2m and then begin to gradually drop. Please be aware that Townfield Lane could be cut off. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert 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 tomorrow morning (1/1/2022), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2021 15:21
River Dee
River levels are rising on the River Dee due to persistent rainfall.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington from this afternoon (30/12/2021). Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon and throughout the evening.
Please be aware that Townfield Lane could be cut off.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert 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 tomorrow morning (31/12/2021), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2021 16:20
River Dee
River levels have risen on the River Dee due to heavy rainfall, but remain steady. Flooding is possible of low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane remains cut off. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated by 4pm on Sunday 12th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2021 16:50
River Dee
River levels have risen on the River Dee due to heavy rainfall, but remain steady. Flooding is possible of low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane remains cut off. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated by 4pm on Saturday 11th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2021 18:32
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible of low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane has now been cut off. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated by 5pm on Friday 10th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2021 10:20
River Dee
River levels remain high on the River Dee due to heavy rainfall overnight.
River Levels have gone through the flood alert level this morning, Thursday 9th December 2021.
Flooding is possible of low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Townfield Lane has now been cut off. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2021 18:25
River Dee
River levels are rising on the River Dee due to heavy rainfall. River Levels are forecast to go through the flood alert level in the early hours of tomorrow morning, Thursday 9th December 2021.
Flooding is possible of low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington in the early hours of tomorrow morning, Thursday 9th December 2021.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation.
This message will be updated on 9th December 2021, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2021 10:03
River Dee
River levels remain high at the Farndon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, we believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington today, on Wednesday 3rd November 2021. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. Please be aware that access to Townfield Lane could be cut off due to high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels, and will issue 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 tomorrow, on Thursday 4th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2021 10:47
River Dee
River levels remain high at the Farndon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, we believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington today, on Tuesday 2nd November 2021. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. Please be aware that access to Townfield Lane could be cut off due to high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels, and will issue 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 tomorrow, on Wednesday 3rd November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2021 10:49
River Dee
River levels are rising at the Farndon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, we believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington today, Monday 1 November 2021. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. Please be aware that access to Townfield Lane could be cut off due to high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels, and will issue 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 tomorrow, Tuesday 2nd November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2021 06:28
River Dee
River levels are rising on the River Dee due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington today, Monday 1 November 2021
Further heavy rainfall is forecast today, 1/11/2021. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 25 May 2021 16:07
River Dee
River levels are slowly falling but remain high at the Farndon river gauge. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. We expect river levels to remain high over night and into tomorrow, on 26/05/21. Please be aware that access to Townfield Lane could be cut off due to high river levels.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels, and will issue 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 tomorrow, on Wednesday 26th May, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 May 2021 09:59
River Dee
River levels remain high at the Farndon river gauge following heavy rainfall and are expected to rise further following rainfall overnight in Wales. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days, with further showery rain forecast today and tomorrow 25/05/21. Please be aware that access to Townfield Lane could be cut off due to high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels, and will issue 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 tomorrow, Tuesday 25th May, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 May 2021 11:20
River Dee
River levels remain high at the Farndon river gauge following heavy rainfall and are expected to rise further following forecast rainfall this afternoon and evening. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days and possibly continue to rise, with further rain forecast this evening, 23/05/21. Please be aware that access to Townfield Lane could be cut off due to high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels, and will issue 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 tomorrow, Monday 24th May, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2021 12:24
River Dee
River levels remain high at the Farndon river gauge following heavy rainfall. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days, with further rain forecast tomorrow, 23/05/21. Please be aware that access to Townfield Lane could be cut off due to high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels. 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 tomorrow, Sunday 23rd May, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 May 2021 09:48
River Dee
River levels are rising at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, we believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. Please be aware that access to Townfield Lane could be cut off due to high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels. 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 tomorrow, Saturday 22nd May, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2021 10:34
River Dee
River levels are rising at the Farndon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, we believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. Please be aware that access to Townfield Lane could be cut off due to high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels, and will issue 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 tomorrow, Monday 15th March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2021 10:09
River Dee
River levels are rising at the Farndon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, we believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. Please be aware that access to Townfield Lane could be cut off due to high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels, and will issue 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 tomorrow, Sunday 14th March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2021 11:35
River Dee
River levels are slowly dropping but remain high at the Farndon river gauge as a result of previous rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington is expected today, on 26/02/21. River levels are forecast to drop below the flood alert threshold tomorrow morning, on 27/02/21. No further rainfall is forecast. Townfield Lane near Farndon remains cut off. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further updates as necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings, keep up to date with the current situation, and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, on 27/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2021 10:21
River Dee
River levels remain high at the Farndon river gauge as a result of previous rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington is expected today, on 25/02/21. River levels have now peaked and are forecast to drop below the flood alert threshold by early Saturday morning, on 27/02/21. No further rainfall is forecast. Townfield Lane near Farndon remains cut off.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further updates as necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings, keep up to date with the current situation, and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, on 26/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2021 09:24
River Dee
River levels are high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington is expected today, on 24/02/21. River levels are forecast to peak before midday today and drop below the flood alert threshold tomorrow morning, on 25/02/2021. No further rainfall is forecast after today. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point and we are not expecting to issue flood warnings. Townfield Lane near Farndon remains cut off.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further updates as necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, on 25/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2021 10:57
River Dee
River levels are high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of previous rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington is expected today, on 23/02/21. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point and we are not expecting to issue Flood Warnings. Townfield Lane near Farndon remains cut off.
More rainfall is forecast tomorrow, 24/2/21 which will keep levels high for several more days.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further updates as necessary.
Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, on 24/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2021 10:21
River Dee
River levels are high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington is expected today, on 22/02/21. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point and we are not expecting to issue Flood Warnings. Townfield Lane near Farndon is now cut off.
We expect river levels to peak this morning, on 22/02/21. No significant rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further updates as necessary.
Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, on 23/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2021 11:15
River Dee
River levels are high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington is expected today, on 21/02/21. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point and we are not expecting to issue Flood Warnings. Townfield Lane near Farndon is now cut off. We expect river levels to peak at around 15:30 on 21/02/21. No significant rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further upates as necessary.
Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, on 22/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2021 10:37
River Dee
River levels have risen at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is expected today, on 20/02/21. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point, therefore we are not expecting to issue any Flood Warnings. Townfield Lane near Farndon is also likely to be cut off later today.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 18-24 hours. We expect river levels to peak after midday on Sunday, 21/02/21.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, on 21/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 15:39
River Dee
River levels at the Farndon River gauge on the River Dee remain high but are falling steadily. Townfield Lane remains cut off with standing water. We expect the Flood Alert to be in force until Monday 08/02/2021. We do not expect to issue a Flood Warning for this area. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and 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, Monday 08/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 15:50
River Dee
River levels at the Farndon River gauge on the River Dee remain high but are falling steadily. Townfield Lane remains cut off. We expect the Flood Alert to be in force until Sunday 07/02/2021. We do not expect to issue a Flood Warning for this area. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and 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, Sunday 07/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Feb 2021 13:09
River Dee
River levels at the Farndon River gauge on the River Dee remain high but are falling steadily. Townfield Lane remains cut off. We expect the Flood Alert to be in force until Sunday 07/02/2021. We do not expect to issue a Flood Warning for this area. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and 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 06/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Feb 2021 15:01
River Dee
River levels at the Farndon River gauge on the River Dee remain high and as a result Townfield Lane remains cut off. We expect river levels to gradually begin to fall over the next 48 hours. We do not expect to issue a Flood Warning for this area. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and 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, Friday 05/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Feb 2021 15:25
River Dee
River levels at the Farndon River gauge on the River Dee are continuing to rise. Levels remain high and as a result Townfield Lane will remain cut off. At the moment we do not expect to issue a Flood Warning for this area. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and 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 morning, Thursday 04/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2021 14:24
River Dee
River levels at the Farndon River gauge on the River Dee are rising due to rainfall overnight. Levels are expected to rise over the coming days and Townfield Lane will remain cut off. At the moment we do not expect to issue a Flood Warning for this area. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and 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 morning, Wednesday 03/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2021 13:51
River Dee
River levels at the Farndon River gauge on the River Dee are beginning to fall. River levels have fallen below the Flood Alert threshold but Townfield Lane remains cut off. At the moment we do not expect to issue a Flood Warning for this area. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and 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, Tuesday 02/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2021 11:32
River Dee
River levels at the Farndon River gauge on the River Dee remain high but are beginning to fall. We expect river levels will remain above the Flood Alert level for the next few days and the river may cut off Townfield Lane. At the moment we do not expect to issue a Flood Warning for this area. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and 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, Monday 01/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 11:52
River Dee
River levels at the Farndon River gauge on the River Dee remain high but are beginning to fall. We expect river levels will remain above the Flood Alert level for the next few days and the river may cut off Townfield Lane. At the moment we do not expect to issue a Flood Warning for this area. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and 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, Sunday 31/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 07:49
River Dee
River levels at the Farndon River gauge on the River Dee have been rising as a result of persistent rainfall. This has meant that the river levels at the Farndon river gauge are now above the Flood Alert level. We currently expect that the river level will peak this evening (Friday 29th January) at around 8.2m and remain at this level for the next few days, this suggests that the river may cut off Townfield Lane at this level. At the moment we do not expect to issue a Flood Warning for this area. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and 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 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 12:08
River Dee
River levels at the Farndon River gauge on the River Dee have been rising as a result of persistent rainfall overnight and into this morning. This has meant that the river levels at the Farndon river gauge are now above the Flood Alert level. We currently expect that the river level will peak today at around 8.2m and remain at this level for the next few days, this suggests that the river may cut off Townfield Lane at this level. At the moment we do not expect to issue a Flood Warning for this area.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and 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 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Jan 2021 14:45
River Dee
River levels are continuing to drop. However, they will remain high for a few days with further rainfall forecast later this week. Townfield Lane remains cut off and there is still 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, Wednesday 27/01/2021 or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 25 Jan 2021 15:08
River Dee
River levels are continuing to drop. However, they will remain high for a few days. There is still 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, Tuesday 26/01/2021 or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2021 11:43
River Dee
River levels are beginning to drop. However, they will remain high for a few days. There is still 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, Monday 25/01/2021 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2021 17:40
River Dee
River levels are continuing to drop. However, they will remain high for a few days. There is still 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, Sunday 24/01/2021 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 11:26
River Dee
River levels are beginning to drop. However, they will remain high for a few days. There is still 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 Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 07:46
River Dee
River levels are rising at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, we believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. Please be aware that access to Townfield Lane could be cut off due to high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels, and will issue 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 tomorrow, Thursday 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 20:10
River Dee
River levels are rising at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, we believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. Please be aware that access to Townfield Lane could be cut off due to high river levels.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels, and will issue 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 tomorrow, Wednesday 20th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2020 10:39
River Dee
River levels remain high but are continue to fall at the Farndon river gauge following recent rain and snow. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible today, 30/12/2020, around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane remains cut off due to high river levels.
We expect that river levels will drop below the flood alert threshold later this evening and, with little rain forecast for the remainder of the week, that they will continue to drop over the coming days.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further updates where 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 tomorrow, 31/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2020 09:18
River Dee
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Farndon river gauge following recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible today, 29/12/2020, and in to tomorrow. We believe there is possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane remains cut off due to high river levels. Little rain is forecast over the next few days. We expect river levels to continue to fall over the coming days. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue updates where 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 tomorrow, 30/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2020 10:45
River Dee
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Farndon river gauge following recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible today, 28/12/2020, and in to tomorrow. We believe there is possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane remains cut off due to high river levels. Little rain is forecast over the next few days. We expect river levels to continue to fall over the coming days. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue updates where 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 tomorrow, 29/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 10:02
River Dee
River levels remain high at the Farndon river gauge following recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible today, 27/12/2020, and into tomorrow. We believe there is possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane remains cut off due to high river levels. Further rain is forecast for later today. We expect river levels to rise today and into the night. Our forecasts currently expect the Dee at Farndon to peak at 8.7m in the early hours of Monday 28th December. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue updates where 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 tomorrow on the 28th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 10:44
River Dee
The river level remains high at the Farndon river gauge following recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible today and Sunday 27th December. We believe there is possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane remains cut off. Further rain is forecast later today, Saturday 26th December. We expect river levels to rise this evening, Saturday 26th December, and continue to rise on Sunday 27th December. Our forecasts expect the Dee at Farndon to peak at 8.6m in the early hours of Monday 28th December. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue updates where necessary. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow 27th December.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2020 07:49
River Dee
River levels remain high but are slowly falling at the Farndon river gauge as a result of previous rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible throughout today and into Saturday 26th December 2020. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane remains cut off. No further rain is expected today, Friday, or tomorrow morning, Saturday 26th December 2020. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue updates where necessary. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow 26th December 2020.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 10:40
River Dee
River levels remain high but are slowly falling at the Farndon river gauge as a result of previous rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible throughout today and into Friday 25th December 2020. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane remains cut off. No further rain is expected today, Thursday, or tomorrow, Friday 25th December 2020. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue updates where necessary. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow 25th December 2020.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 10:27
River Dee
River levels remain high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of previous rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible throughout today and into Thursday 24th December 2020. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Further rain is expected today, Wednesday, with drier conditions expected on Thursday 24th and Friday 25th December 2020. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue updates where necessary. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow 24th December 2020.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2020 12:08
River Dee
River levels remain high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of previous rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible throughout today and into Wednesday 23rd December 2020. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Light rain is expected today, Tuesday with further rainfall overnight and throughout Wednesday. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue updates where necessary. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow 23rd December 2020
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2020 10:58
River Dee
River levels remain high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of previous rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible throughout today and into Tuesday 22nd December 2020. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Light rain is expected today, Monday with further rainfall overnight. Tuesday will then be mostly dry before more rain comes in from the west overnight and throughout Wednesday. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue updates where necessary. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow 22nd December 2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2020 14:16
River Dee
River levels remain high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of previous rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible throughout today and into Monday 21st December 2020. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Today will be mainly showery but further rainfall is expected over the following few days. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue updates where necessary. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow 21st December 2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2020 11:36
River Dee
River levels have risen at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible throughout today and into Sunday 20th December 2020. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Further showers are forecast over the next few days. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue updates where necessary. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow 20th December 2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2020 19:12
River Dee
River levels have risen at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible throughout tonight and into Saturday 19th December 2020. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Further rainfall is forecast over the few hours. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue updates where necessary. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow 19th December 2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2020 11:09
River Dee
River levels are rising at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible throughout today and into Saturday 19th December 2020. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2020 10:28
River Dee
River levels are high but steady at the Farndon river gauge. The Farndon gauge river level has peaked and the river level will now slowly reduce over the next few days. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington remains possible today and over this week. Residents at Farndon should also note that access to Townfield Lane has been cut off as a result of high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels. This message will be updated tomorrow at 11am (08/11/20), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2020 09:56
River Dee
River levels are high but steady at the Farndon river gauge. The Farndon gauge river level has peaked and the river level will now slowly reduce over the next few days. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington remains possible today and over this week. Residents at Farndon should also note that access to Townfield Lane has been cut off as a result of high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels. This message will be updated tomorrow at 11am (07/11/20), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2020 10:12
River Dee
River levels are high but steady at the Farndon river gauge. The Farndon gauge river level has peaked and the river level will now slowly reduce over the next few days. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington remains possible today and over this week. Residents at Farndon should also note that access to Townfield Lane has been cut off as a result of high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels. This message will be updated tomorrow at 11am (06/11/20), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2020 10:11
River Dee
River levels are high but steady at the Farndon river gauge. The Farndon gauge river level has peaked and the river level will now slowly reduce over the next few days. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington remains possible today and over this week. Residents at Farndon should also note that access to Townfield Lane has been cut off as a result of high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. This message will be updated tomorrow at 11am (05/11/20), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2020 11:31
River Dee
River levels are expected to continue to rise slowly at the Farndon river gauge as a result of recent persistent rainfall. The Farndon gauge river level is currently expected to peak later today on Tuesday 3rd November at a level of approximately 8.9m. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington remains possible today and over this week. Residents at Farndon should also note that access to Townfield Lane has been cut off as a result of rising river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. This message will be updated tomorrow at 11am (04/11/20), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 14:43
River Dee
River levels are expected to continue to rise slowly at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. The Farndon gauge river level is currently expected to peak on the morning of Tuesday 3rd November at a level of approximately 8.5m. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington remains possible today and over this week. Residents at Farndon should also note that access to Townfield Lane is cut off as a result of rising river levels.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. This message will be updated tomorrow at 11am (03/11/20), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 11:00
River Dee
River levels are expected to continue to rise slowly at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. The Farndon gauge river level is currently expected to peak on the morning of Tuesday 3rd November at a level of approximately 8.5m. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington remains possible today and over this week. Residents at Farndon should also note that access to Townfield Lane is cut off as a result of rising river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. This message will be updated this evening, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2020 12:09
River Dee
River levels are expected to continue to rise slowly at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. The Farndon gauge river level is currently expected to peak on Wednesday 4th November at a level between 8.8m and 9.0m. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington remains possible today and into next week. Residents at Farndon should also note that access to Townfield Lane will likely become restricted as the river rises. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2020 11:07
River Dee
River levels are continuing to rise slowly at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. The Farndon gauge river level is expected to peak at 8.8m on Tuesday 3rd November. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington remains possible today and into next week. Residents at Farndon should also note that access to Townfield Lane will be restricted from the early hours of the morning on Saturday 31st October, due to high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Oct 2020 23:20
River Dee
River levels are continuing to rise at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. The river levels are expected to peak at 8.5m on Monday 2nd November. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington is possible from 10pm on Friday 30th October and into next week. Residents at Farndon should also note that access to Townfield Lane will be restricted from the early hours of the morning on Saturday 31st October, due to high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Oct 2020 22:03
River Dee
River levels are continuing to rise at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. The river levels are expected to peak at 8.5m on Monday 2nd November. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington is possible from 10pm Friday 30th October and into next week.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Oct 2020 16:20
River Dee
River levels are rising at the Farndon river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. The river levels are expected to peak at 8.5m on Monday 2nd November. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington is possible from 06:00am tomorrow Saturday 31st October and into next week.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Aug 2020 12:23
River Dee
River levels are beginning to fall slowly after peaking last night at the Manley Hall river gauge. As levels will remain high, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Further rain is forecast from lunchtime today (27/08/2020), and is due to continue into tomorrow afternoon, Friday (28/08/2020). We don’t expect this new rainfall to impact river levels significantly. 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 tomorrow morning, (28/08/20), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Aug 2020 11:03
River Dee
River levels are expected to continue to rise at the Manley Hall river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. River levels are due to peak at 8.2m, at around midnight tonight, 26/08/2020. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Further light showers are forecast today, 26/08/2020, and more rain is also forecast on Thursday (27/08/2020) and Friday (28/08/2020) . 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 tomorrow morning, 27/08/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Aug 2020 17:17
River Dee
River levels are forecast to rise at the Manley Hall river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible from 16:00 today, 25/08/20. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
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 tomorrow morning, 26/08/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Mar 2020 11:09
River Dee
River levels have peaked and are steadily falling at the Farndon river gauge, however Townfield Lane remains flooded. Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning by 10:30, 06/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Mar 2020 14:16
River Dee
River levels remain high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning by 10:30, 05/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Mar 2020 11:04
River Dee
River levels remain high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning by 10:30, 04/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2020 10:30
River Dee
River levels remain high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning by 10:30, 03/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 10:18
River Dee
River levels remain high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning by 10:30, 02/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 10:15
River Dee
River levels remain high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible. Further rainfall is forecast throughout today and over the weekend. We expect river levels to remain high during this time and could potentially rise further over the next few days. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning by 10:30, 01/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 10:52
River Dee
River levels remain high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible. Further rainfall is forecast throughout today and over the weekend. We expect river levels to remain high during this time and could potentially rise further over the next few days. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, 29/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Feb 2020 11:21
River Dee
River levels remain high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of recent storms and heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is expected/possible. Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow (28/02/2020) and we expect river levels to remain high and may rise further over the next few days. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated by 10:30 tomorrow, 28/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 09:45
River Dee
River levels remain high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of recent storms and heavy rainfall. Consequently, there is a possibility of flooding for properties along the English River Dee in Farndon. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours but no further flood risk impacts are expected as a result. We expect river levels to remain high over the coming days. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated by 10:30 tomorrow, 27/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 10:39
River Dee
River levels remain high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of recent storms and heavy rainfall. Consequently, there is a possibility of flooding for properties along the English River Dee in Farndon. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next few days but no further flood risk impacts are expected as a result. We expect river levels to remain high over the coming days. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated by 10:30 tomorrow, 26/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 08:18
River Dee
River levels remain high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of recent storms and heavy rainfall. Consequently, there is a possibility of flooding for properties along the English River Dee in Farndon. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next few days but no further flood risk impacts are expected as a result. We expect river levels to remain high over the coming days. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated by 10:30 tomorrow, 25/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 09:04
River Dee
River levels on the River Dee remain high as a result of the rainfall from recent storms and we are currently expecting that they will rise again later this evening (23/02/2020) as a result of new rainfall. We expect river levels will remain above the flood alert threshold over the coming days . We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, 24/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 16:26
River Dee
The water levels on the River Dee remain high as a result of the recent storms. Levels have reduced following the peak on Monday 17/02/20 from Storm Dennis, however we are currently expecting that they will rise again today (22/02/2020) as a result of new rainfall. We expect river levels will remain above the flood alert threshold over the weekend. We are monitoring the situation closely. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, 23/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 16:04
River Dee
The water levels on the River Dee remain high as a result of the recent storms. Levels have reduced following the peak on Monday 17/02/20 from Storm Dennis, however we are currently expecting that they will rise again today (21/02/2020) and tomorrow (22/02/2020) as a result of new rainfall. We expect river levels will remain above the flood alert threshold over the weekend.
We are monitoring the situation closely. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, 22/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 09:19
River Dee
The water levels on the River Dee remain high as a result of the recent storms, but have started to reduce slowly. We currently expect they will rise again as a result of new rainfall on Wednesday (19/02/2020) and today (20/02/2020). We expect river levels will remain above the flood alert threshold until the end of this week.
We are monitoring the situation closely. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, 21/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2020 17:06
River Dee
Water levels on the River Dee remain high as a result of the recent storms, but have now started to reduce slowly. Levels will keep reducing until around midnight tonight, when they will rise again as a result of today’s rainfall and peak in the early hours of Friday morning. We expect river levels will remain above the flood alert threshold until the end of this week. Additional rainfall is forecast for this week and we are monitoring the situation closely.
We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, 20/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2020 09:23
River Dee
River levels remain high as a result of the recent storms. We currently expect river levels will remain above the flood alert threshold until the end of this week. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue flood warnings if necessary. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, 19/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 17:08
River Dee
River levels remain high as a result of Storm Dennis. We currently expect river levels will remain above the flood alert threshold until the end of this week. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. 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 tomorrow, 18/02/2020 or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 09:46
River Dee
River levels remain high as a result of Storm Dennis. We currently expect river levels will remain above the flood alert threshold until the end of this week. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
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 in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 21:09
River Dee
River levels remain high at the Farndon river gauge and current forecasts suggest that they are likely to rise further tonight and into tomorrow morning as a result of heavy rain from Storm Dennis. We expect levels to peak at between 06:00 and 07:00 on Monday, 17/02/2020, and levels are likely to remain high into next week. Consequently, we believe there remains a possibility of flooding to low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester, and Puddington.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will update flood warnings and alerts as 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 by 10am on Monday 17/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 15:33
River Dee
River levels remain high at the Farndon river gauge and current forecasts suggest that they are likely to rise further tonight and into tomorrow morning as a result of heavy rain from Storm Dennis. We expect levels to peak at between 02:00 and 04:00 on Monday, 17/02/2020, and levels are likely to remain high into next week.
Consequently, we believe there remains a possibility of flooding to low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester, and Puddington.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will update flood warnings and alerts as 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 by 10am on Monday, 17/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 12:38
River Dee
River levels remain high at the Farndon river gauge and current forecasts suggest that they are likely to rise further on Saturday evening, 15/02/20, as a result of heavy rain from Storm Dennis.
Consequently, we believe there remains a possibility of flooding today, Saturday 15/02/20, and throughout the weekend, for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester, and Puddington.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will update flood warnings and alerts as 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 by 10am on Sunday, 16/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2020 10:22
River Dee
River levels remain high at the Farndon river gauge. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible today, 14/02/20, and throughout the weekend. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will update flood warnings as 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 by 10:00 on 15/02/20, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 10:08
River Dee
River levels remain high and steady at the Farndon river gauge. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is expected between 10:00 today, 13/02/20 and 10:00 tomorrow, 14/02/20. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will update flood warnings as 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 by 10:00 on 14/02/20, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 09:56
River Dee
River levels are high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is expected/possible between 10:00 today, 12/02/20 and 10:00 tomorrow, 13/02/20. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will update flood warnings as 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 by 10:00 on 13/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 10:11
River Dee
River levels are high but steady at the Farndon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is expected/possible between 10:00 today, 11/02/20 and 10:00 tomorrow, 12/02/20. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will update flood warnings as 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 by 10:00 on 12/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 14:05
River Dee
River levels are rising at the Farndon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is expected today, 10/02/20. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
We expect river levels to peak at around 17:00 on 10/02/20.
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 avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on 11/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 14:42
River Dee
River levels have risen rapidly as a result of heavy rainfall. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. We expect river levels to remain high throughout Sunday 9th February 2020. 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 in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2020 12:22
River Dee
River levels are falling at the Farndon river gauge. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland remains possible. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Whilst river levels have fallen below the Flood Alert level, we expect Townfield Lane to remain cut off. We will keep this Flood Alert in force and updated until Townfield Lane is accessible. We are not expecting to issue any Flood Warnings. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further updates as necessary. This message will be updated before 10:00 tomorrow morning, 21/01/2020 or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2020 10:00
River Dee
River levels are falling at the Farndon river gauge. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland remains possible. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Whilst we expect river levels to fall below the Flood Alert level at 12:00 this afternoon, 19/01/2020, we expect Townfield Lane to remain cut off. We will keep this Flood Alert in force and updated until Townfield Lane is accessible. We are not expecting to issue any Flood Warnings. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further updates as necessary. This message will be updated before 10:00 tomorrow morning, 20/01/2020 or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2020 09:23
River Dee
River levels remain high at the Farndon river gauge as a result of rainfall earlier in the week. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane continues to be cut off. We expect river levels to remain above the Flood Alert level for several days. We are not expecting to issue any Flood Warnings. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further updates as necessary. This message will be updated before 10:00 tomorrow morning, 19/01/2020 or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2020 09:02
River Dee
River levels remain high at the Farndon river gauge as a result of rainfall earlier in the week. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane continues to be cut off. We expect river levels to remain above the Flood Alert level for several days. We are not expecting to issue any Flood Warnings. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further updates as necessary. This message will be updated before 10:00 tomorrow morning, 18/01/2020 or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2020 09:26
River Dee
River levels remain high at the Farndon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall earlier in the week. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Townfield Lane continues to be cut off. We expect river levels to remain above the Flood Alert level for several days. We are not expecting to issue any Flood Warnings. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further updates as necessary. This message will be updated before 10:00 tomorrow morning, 17/01/2020 or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2020 10:10
River Dee
River levels remain high at the Farndon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall earlier in the week. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. River levels are expected to peak at approximately 15:30 this afternoon, 15/01/2020. Townfield Lane continues to be cut off. We expect river levels to remain above the Flood Alert level for several days. We are not expecting to issue any Flood Warnings. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further updates as necessary. This message will be updated before 10:00 tomorrow morning, 16/01/2020 or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 20:26
River Dee
River levels are rising at the Farndon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. River levels are expected to peak at approximately 15:30 tomorrow afternoon, 15/01/2020. We expect Townfield Lane to be cut off approximately 21:00 this evening, 14/01/20. We expect river levels to remain above the Flood Alert level for several days. We are not expecting to issue any Flood Warnings. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further updates as necessary. This message will be updated tomorrow morning before 10:00, 15/01/20 or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 14:07
River Dee
River levels are rising at the Farndon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible around 16:00 today, 14/01/20. We expect Townfield Lane to be cut off between 04:00 and 06:30 tomorrow, 15/01/20. We are not expecting to issue Flood Warnings. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington.
Further rainfall is forecast today, 14/01/20. We expect river levels to remain above the Flood Alert level for several days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring weather forecasts and river levels and will issue further updates as necessary.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning before 10:00, 15/01/20 or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2019 08:54
River Dee
River levels on the Dee remain high at the Farndon river gauge, due to recent rainfall Townfield Lane remains inaccessible. We are expecting an odd shower throughout the day, this Flood Alert will remain out due to saturated ground and forecast of showers. We are not currently expecting to issue Flood Warnings for this area. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Our incident response staff are monitoring weather forecasts and river levels. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, 24/12/19 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2019 12:08
River Dee
River levels on the Dee remain high at the Farndon river gauge due to recent rainfall Townfield Lane remains inaccessible. We are expecting an odd shower throughout the day this Flood Alert will remain out for most of the weekend due to saturated ground and forecast of showers. We are not currently expecting to issue Flood Warnings for this area. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around the River Dee at Shocklach, Farndon, Handley, Lower Kinnerton, Chester and Puddington. Our incident response staff are monitoring weather forecasts and river levels. Please be aware of your surroundings and keep up to date with the current situation. This message will be updated tomorrow, 23/12/19 or as the situation changes.