Flood Alert Info - River Lynher
Area Description
Rame Peninsula, Callington, Saltash, Rilla Mill, Pillaton and Landrake.
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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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 15:54
River Lynher
Flooding is possible on Sunday morning.
Catchments are wet after recent rain and rivers are expected to respond to additional rainfall overnight tonight, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads. Rivers are expected to remain high into Sunday afternoon, after which conditions are forecast to improve into next week.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We are monitoring river levels.
This message will be updated by midday Sunday, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 10:39
River Lynher
Flooding is possible on Wednesday following overnight rain, with further spells of heavy rain forecast until Wednesday evening.
Following prolonged rainfall, catchments are wet. Rivers are expected to remain high leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads until Wednesday evening. Some areas may see surface water flooding. Weather conditions are expected to improve from Wednesday evening into Thursday.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We are monitoring river levels.
This message will be updated by 11am on Thursday morning, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Oct 2024 16:48
River Lynher
Flooding is possible overnight on Tuesday 15th October and into Wednesday. An area of persistent rain with heavy and thundery bursts at times will arrive from the south from early this evening. The highest rainfall totals are expected on south facing slopes of higher ground but there is a risk of bands of more prolonged, intense rainfall anywhere in the area overnight and throughout the morning.
Following recent rainfall, catchments are wet. Rivers are expected to rise before midnight and remain high overnight into Wednesday morning, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads. Some areas may see surface water flooding. Weather conditions are expected to improve during Wednesday.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We are monitoring river levels.
This message will be updated on Wednesday morning, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Apr 2024 16:08
River Lynher
Flooding is possible overnight on Thursday 4th April and into Friday morning. River levels are elevated due to recent rainfall and heavy rainfall forecast tonight will cause river levels to rise further. Expected levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from around 3AM on Friday 5th April. We expect the river to remain high throughout Friday morning, though no flooding to properties is currently forecast. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated by 10AM on Friday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Mar 2024 16:53
River Lynher
Flooding is possible during the early morning on Sunday the 17th of March.
After a damp day today, frontal rainfall, heavy at times is expected to move into the area this evening, Saturday the 16th of March, and will continue overnight. The rain should ease by the hours of daylight, but rivers will continue to respond and remain high throughout Sunday. There may be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river.
Take care near areas of concern, avoid walking or driving through flood water, and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area clearing blockages.
This message will be updated by midday on Sunday the 17th of March, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2024 12:20
River Lynher
Flooding is possible on Sunday the 25th of February and overnight into Monday 26th of February. Recent rainfall has caused the rivers to rise. Expected levels suggest there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river this afternoon and into the early hours of Monday morning.
The Met Office has issued a Yellow Weather Warning for heavy rain in force until midnight, with forecast rainfall of 15 - 25 mm widely, and up to 60 mm in some locations. With saturated ground, rivers are expected to respond quickly to this rainfall.
Take care near areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area clearing blockages.
This message will be updated by 11am Monday the 26th of February, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 10:42
River Lynher
Flooding is possible on Thursday 22nd February. Rivers remain high following recent rainfall, and as rain continues throughout Thursday, a further rise in river levels is expected.
The risk of flooding to low lying areas close to the river will continue throughout Thursday.
River levels are expected to reduce overnight into Friday, however further rain is forecast over the next few days.
Take care near areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area clearing blockages.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Thursday the 22nd of February, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2024 10:15
River Lynher
Flooding is possible during the afternoon of Wednesday 21st February, and into the evening. Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall and river levels are still rising. Further heavy rain is forecast to clear the area during this afternoon, but river levels are expected to peak during the evening and remain high. There may be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river.
A further organised band of rain is forecast for Thursday 22nd of February that may be heavy and persistent, meaning river levels will remain high.
Take care near areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels, and have staff in the area clearing blockages.
This message will be updated by 11am on Thursday the 22nd of February, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2024 11:48
River Lynher
Flooding is possible over Tuesday night and into Wednesday. Heavy rain is forecast from Tuesday evening and into Wednesday, and river levels are expected to rise overnight.
The Met Office has issued a Yellow Weather Warning for heavy rain with forecast rainfall of 20-45 mm widely, and up to 70 mm over higher ground. With saturated ground, rivers are expected to respond quickly to this rainfall.
Expected river levels will result in flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from the early hours of Wednesday morning until Wednesday evening. The main areas of concern are Rilla Mill, Pillaton, and Notter Bridge. We expect the river to remain high until Wednesday evening.
Please take care near the areas of concern, avoid walking or driving through flood water, and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are monitoring river levels and have teams checking rivers for blockages in the area.
We will update this message by 11am on Wednesday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 11:49
River Lynher
A Flood Alert remains in place over the weekend. Following heavy overnight rain and with saturated catchments river levels remain high, and while no further increase is expected, may take the rest of the day to start to fall.
There may be standing water and flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. While the main rain has now passed we expect river levels to remain high throughout Sunday.
Please take care near the areas of concern, avoid walking or driving through flood water, and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are monitoring river levels and will update this message by 5pm on Sunday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 11:07
River Lynher
A Flood Alert remains in place over the weekend. Following heavy overnight rain and with saturated catchments river levels remain high, and while no further increase is expected, may take the rest of the day to start to fall.
There may be standing water and flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. While the main rain has now passed we expect river levels to remain high throughout Sunday.
Please take care near the areas of concern, avoid walking or driving through flood water, and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are monitoring river levels and will update this message by 5pm on Sunday or earlier if the situation changes. Further Flood Alerts will be issued on Saturday if required.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2024 14:35
River Lynher
Flooding is possible this afternoon, Saturday 17th February, and overnight into Sunday morning. Heavy rain is forecast to arrive this afternoon and throughout this evening. The rain will be falling on saturated catchments and is expected to cause river levels to rise rapidly.
Expected levels suggest that there could be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from around 8pm on Saturday night. We expect the river to remain high through Sunday morning, though no flooding to properties is currently forecast.
Please take care near the areas of concern, avoid walking or driving through flood water, and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are monitoring river levels and will update this message by 10am on Sunday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 10:46
River Lynher
Flooding is possible during the afternoon of Thursday 4th January, and into the evening.
A band of frontal rain will move northeast across Cornwall on Thursday afternoon bringing widespread rainfall totals averaging 15mm, with higher accumulations of up to 30mm possible in local areas. The worst of the rainfall is forecast to clear the region by 6pm on Thursday, though isolated showers will remain.
Catchments are saturated and rivers are expected to respond to this rainfall which could cause flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers on Thursday afternoon and into the evening. We expect rivers to remain high into Friday, though no flooding to properties is currently forecast. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on Friday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 12:11
River Lynher
Flooding is possible during the afternoon of Tuesday 2nd January and overnight into Wednesday 3rd January. Rivers have risen in response to the heavy rainfall last night and this morning. Further heavy showers are forecast throughout the afternoon and overnight. Expected levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river.
We expect rivers to remain high into Tuesday night. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. Please do not walk or drive through flood water. You can check your local river level on the GOV.UK website under 'Check for Flooding'. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated in the morning on Wednesday 3rd January, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 13:11
River Lynher
Flooding is possible on Monday 1st January evening and overnight into Tuesday 2nd January. Persistent rainfall means the River Lynher is forecast to rise. Rain is forecast through Monday afternoon with further rain in the early hours of Tuesday morning. Expected levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. This alert has been issued off a flood forecast.
We expect the river to remain high overnight on Monday and Tuesday. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. Please do not walk or drive through flood water. You can check your local river level on the GOV.UK website under 'Check for Flooding'. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on Tuesday 2nd January morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 10:55
River Lynher
Flooding is possible during the daytime of Sunday 10th December. Overnight we have seen further rainfall and river levels are expected to rise in response to this. The current band of rain is forecast to clear the area by midday. The outlook for this afternoon is more settled and drier weather, with river levels starting to fall.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. Do not walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated on Sunday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 16:52
River Lynher
Flooding is possible overnight on Saturday 9th December and the morning of Sunday 10th December. River levels remain high after the recent rainfall. The forecast for tonight is further showers, followed by a band of rain tomorrow morning. River levels are expected to fall after this passes over the area.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. Do not walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated on Sunday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 11:00
River Lynher
Flooding is possible during the daytime of Saturday 9th December. River levels remain high after the overnight rainfall. During this morning, the band of rain that passed over the area during the night will clear, and showers are forecast throughout the rest of the day.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. Do not walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated on Saturday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 12:10
River Lynher
Flooding is possible during the night of Friday 8th December and morning of Saturday 9th December. Rivers remain high after the recent rainfall and another band of rain will fall overnight tonight and into tomorrow morning. Rivers are expected to peak on Saturday morning. The remainder of Saturday is forecast to be drier with some showers. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. Do not walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated on Saturday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 17:42
River Lynher
Flooding is possible throughout Thursday 7th December. Over the last 24 hours, we have seen heavy rainfall. River levels have risen throughout the day and are expected to remain high overnight. A Flood Warning is in place for the River LYNHER from Berriowbridge to Notter Bridge. Although no further rain is forecast during this time, more rainfall is expected for late Friday night and early Saturday morning. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. Do not walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by Friday midday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 10:27
River Lynher
Flooding is possible throughout Thursday 7th December. River levels remain high following the heavy rainfall overnight. A band of heavy rain will move quickly over the area this morning with totals of up to 40mm expected. This is expected to clear by this afternoon, and will be followed by showers. River levels may start to fall later in the day. Further rainfall is forecast for late Friday night and early Saturday morning. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. Do not walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by Thursday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 06:34
River Lynher
Flooding is possible this morning, and throughout the day on Thursday 7th December. Up to 30mm of rain has fallen overnight and rivers have risen quickly in response. Further rain, heavy at times, is forecast over Thursday daytime. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. Do not walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by Thursday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2023 16:36
River Lynher
Organised bands of rainfall will move across the county from mid-afternoon on Friday 17th November, until late morning Saturday. There may be some intense localised downpours during the early hours. Overall accumulations across the period could be up to 20mm widely, and up to 40mm on higher ground. This could lead to further rises in river levels, peaking during the early hours and into Saturday morning, which may result in flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on Saturday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Nov 2023 10:07
River Lynher
River levels remain high following recent rainfall. Unsettled weather is forecast to continue with heavy and persistent rain over Sunday night, bringing a further risk of flooding from the early hours of Monday morning.
Catchments are wet, so river levels will remain high and respond to further rainfall. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the River Lynher is possible.
Monitor your local weather conditions and avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Do not walk or drive through flood water. We have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. We will be monitoring the situation and will issue updates by midday on Monday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Nov 2023 16:59
River Lynher
Flooding is possible through the early hours of Sunday morning. Catchments are wet and expected to respond to sustained rainfall through late Saturday evening. Expected levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout Sunday, though no flooding to properties is currently forecast. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2023 12:05
River Lynher
The risk of flooding has now reduced, but river levels remain high.
Further rain is forecast from midnight to the early hours of Saturday morning. Catchments are wet, so river levels will remain high and will respond to further rainfall. We do not currently forecast rivers to reach the levels seen yesterday. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is possible.
Monitor your local weather conditions and avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Do not walk or drive through flood water. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated by midday on Saturday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2023 16:40
River Lynher
Flooding is possible throughout the evening on Thursday 2 November and into Friday morning. Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall, causing river levels to rise. Further bands of heavy showers are forecast overnight. Catchments are saturated, so river levels will remain high and could respond to further rainfall. Monitor your local weather conditions and avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated by midday on Friday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2023 06:14
River Lynher
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Mar 2023 10:19
River Lynher
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 16 Jan 2023 00:05
River Lynher
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 14 Jan 2023 05:51
River Lynher
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 6 Jan 2023 12:21
River Lynher
Flooding is possible Saturday 7th January from around 04:15am, continuing into the afternoon and evening.
Heavy rain is forecast overnight tonight and into Saturday morning, especially over high ground where large totals are possible. The persistent rain is forecast to clear during Saturday morning, followed by heavy showers throughout the rest of Saturday and into Sunday.
This may result in flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from early morning on Saturday 7th January, persisting into the early evening. We expect river levels to remain high throughout this period, though no flooding to properties is currently expected.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for, and clearing, blockages. This message will be updated if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2022 11:15
River Lynher
Flooding is possible on Wednesday 28th December.
There has been heavy rainfall overnight accompanied by strong winds. The River Lynher has reacted and there remains a risk of flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. Watercourses in the area will remain high throughout Wednesday, although no flooding to properties is expected.
Rain is forecast to clear this afternoon to be followed by scattered showers. The next frontal system is likely to move in on Friday bringing further persistent rainfall.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated later this afternoon or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2022 15:55
River Lynher
Flooding is possible this evening during Tuesday 27th December and overnight into Wednesday 28th December. Over the last several hours we have seen persistent rainfall on wet ground. As a result, the river Lynher is now rising. Expected levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads, peaking at Pillaton at approximately 6am on Wednesday 28th December. We expect the river to remain high throughout Wednesday.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on Wednesday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2022 15:36
River Lynher
While the risk of flooding from the Lynher River has now reduced, a Flood Alert remains in force.
Further rain is forecast late afternoon and overnight on Monday 19th December, and we expect river levels to rise overnight in response to this rainfall. We are not anticipating issuing any Flood Warnings. Conditions tomorrow are expected to improve with minimal rainfall currently forecast.
Take care near the areas of concern and be aware of your local weather conditions. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels throughout the evening and into tomorrow.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2022 10:55
River Lynher
River levels remain high on the River Lynher and a Flood Alert remains in force.
Further rain is forecast this afternoon and evening on Monday 19th December, and we expect river levels to rise late afternoon and into the evening.
Take care near the areas of concern and be aware of your local weather conditions. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels throughout the day and this message will be updated by 5pm Monday 19th December.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2022 15:49
River Lynher
Flooding is possible this evening Sunday 18th December and into the early hours of Monday 19th December morning.
Heavy rain falling in the area will continue throughout Sunday and Monday. This is causing the River Lynher to rise and rivers in the area are forecast to continue rising over the rest of the day. The peak is expected to be in the early hours of Monday 19th December.
Flooding is possible from Sunday night. Further heavy rain is forecast through Monday morning, expected levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river, peaking between 9pm and midnight Sunday evening. We expect the river to remain high throughout Monday. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. This message will be updated on Monday evening or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2022 19:50
River Lynher
This Flood Alert remains in force. River levels are rising following the heavy and prolonged rainfall during the daytime of Saturday 26th November. Further rain is forecast for this evening, which is expected to clear the area from around 10pm. As catchments are wet, rivers will respond to this rainfall and levels are expected to remain high throughout the night and into Sunday morning.
Flooding is possible to low lying land and roads close to the river although no flooding to properties is currently forecast.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated by 11am on Sunday 27th November or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2022 12:49
River Lynher
Flooding is possible on the afternoon and evening of Saturday 26th November. Over the last week we have seen heavy rainfall and the ground is now very wet. Heavy rainfall is forecast to cross the area from midday, with prolonged rainfall forecast for this afternoon and into the evening. Rainfall of between 16-40mm is possible. Rivers are expected to respond and peak at around midnight tonight.
Expected levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river, though no flooding to properties is currently forecast.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated by 8pm on Saturday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Oct 2021 17:06
River Lynher
Flooding is possible during this evening and throughout tomorrow morning, Sunday 31st October. River levels have dropped from the peaks observed during the last 12 hours, but are forecast to rise rapidly again during tomorrow morning in response to the forecast rainfall, though no flooding to properties is currently expected.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast from midnight tonight until 6:00am on Sunday morning, with expected rainfall totals of between 20-30mm. This will be followed by scattered showers throughout the remainder of the day. Catchments are saturated and rivers are expected to react rapidly to this further rain. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers is possible.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on Sunday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Oct 2021 11:36
River Lynher
Flooding is possible during today, Saturday 30th October. River levels remain high and responsive following the last 12 hours of rainfall.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast from midnight tonight until approximately 4:00am on Sunday morning, with expected rainfall totals of between 20-30mm. This will be followed by further heavy showers until dawn. Catchments are fully saturated and rivers are expected to react rapidly to this further rain. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers is possible.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area undertaking maintenance to screens as required. This message will be updated by 6pm today.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Oct 2021 18:16
River Lynher
Flooding is possible throughout tonight, Friday 29th October and into Saturday due to further persistent and heavy rainfall forecast. River levels have fallen over Friday daytime, but catchments remain saturated following the rainfall over the last 24 hours. Widespread totals forecast overnight are for 10-20mm, with up to 30-35mm in a few places. There is uncertainty over the location of the most intense rainfall. Rivers will respond quickly to this additional rainfall. Flooding is possible to low lying land and roads close to rivers from 9pm on Friday evening and into the daytime of Saturday.
Additional flood warnings may be issued for some locations.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. Surface water may be deep, especially where leaves have blocked the drains. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area undertaking maintenance to screens as required. Further unsettled weather has been forecast for the weekend. This message will be updated on Saturday at midday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Oct 2021 13:08
River Lynher
Flooding is possible throughout today, Friday 29th October, and into Saturday due to persistent and heavy rainfall. Following the rainfall overnight, catchments are saturated and river levels remain high.
Overnight widespread rainfall resulted in totals over 40mm with intense rain of more than 80 mm over high ground. This has led to rivers rising rapidly and flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers. While River levels have peaked they remain high ahead of rainfall forecast for this evening and in to the early hours of Saturday morning. Additional flood warnings may be issued for some locations.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area ready to clear blockages as required. This message will be updated on Friday 18:00 or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2021 16:33
River Lynher
Flooding is possible this evening, Thursday 28th October, and into Friday due to persistent and heavy rainfall crossing the area. Following unsettled weather over the past week, catchments are saturated and rivers are likely to respond quickly to the forecast rainfall.
Widespread rainfall totals of 20-30 mm are expected. Intense rain could result in totals of up to 50 mm, increasing to 70 mm over high ground. This may cause flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers. Flood warnings may be issued for some locations.
The most persistent rain is expected to ease during Friday before further outbreaks of rain spread in from the west during the evening and into Saturday. River levels are likely to remain high during this time.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area ready to respond as required. This message will be updated on Friday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2021 16:47
River Lynher
Flooding is possible from this evening, Wednesday 20th October, and overnight into Thursday morning. River levels are high following yesterday’s heavy rain. More heavy rainfall forecast for this evening and into the early part of the night, will cause rivers to rise further. This may result in flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers from this evening Wednesday 20th October and into Thursday morning. However, flooding to properties is not currently expected.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on Thursday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2021 16:06
River Lynher
This Flood Alert remains in force. Flooding is possible tonight, Sunday 21st February, and into the early hours of Monday morning.
Yesterday’s rain has caused river levels to rise and we expect these to remain high throughout today.
Further rainfall is expected this evening and overnight. Whilst high totals are not expected, rivers remain very responsive and Flood Alert thresholds may be exceeded again during the early hours of tomorrow morning.
This may result in flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers. However, flooding to properties is not currently expected.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on Monday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2021 11:32
River Lynher
This Flood Alert remains in force. Flooding is possible tonight, Sunday 21st February, and into the early hours of Monday morning.
Yesterday’s rain has caused river levels to rise and we expect these to remain high throughout today.
Further rainfall is expected this evening and overnight. Whilst high totals are not expected, rivers remain very responsive and Flood Alert thresholds may be exceeded again during the early hours of tomorrow morning.
This may result in flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers. However, flooding to properties is not currently expected.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on Monday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2021 11:05
River Lynher
This Flood Alert remains in force. Flooding is possible throughout today, Saturday 20th February and into Sunday.
Persistent overnight rain has caused river levels to rise, and we expect them to remain high throughout the day.
Further rainfall is forecast to continue throughout today. From early evening, rain will ease, becoming showery into Sunday. Some of this rain could be heavy, especially over high ground where very large totals remain possible.
This may result in flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers. However, flooding to properties is not currently expected.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on Sunday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2021 14:14
River Lynher
Flooding is possible overnight tonight Friday 19 February and into Saturday morning.
Persistent rain is forecast to continue through the remainder of today and into Saturday. Some of this rain could be heavy, especially over high ground where very large totals are possible.
This may result in flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river tonight Friday 19 February and into Saturday morning. Flood warnings may need to be issued in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Further prolonged rainfall is forecast on Saturday before dying away later in the day. We expect river levels to remain high throughout this period.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on Saturday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 17:27
River Lynher
Flooding is possible this evening, Friday 29 January and into early Saturday morning. Up to 30mm of rainfall is forecast from 9pm this evening, with some heavy showers likely overnight. River levels are expected to peak between 3am and 6am, which will coincide with high tide. Tide locking is possible.
Catchments are wet and river levels are expected to respond quickly and stay high.
Flooding is possible to low lying land and roads close to the river. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor local conditions.
We are monitoring river levels and are ready to respond if required. This message will be updated on Saturday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 15:31
River Lynher
This Flood Alert has been updated for Wednesday 23/12/20. Please plan for and take steps to be prepared for possible flooding during this time.
Following recent rain the ground is very wet. Rivers may rise quickly during and after rain. Outbreaks of rain are likely this afternoon, clearing late tonight.
Low lying roads, ground and isolated properties remain at risk and may experience flooding.
We have teams looking for blockages and fallen trees, checking defences and screens. We will continue to monitor conditions. This Flood Alert will be updated by 12:00 Thursday 24/12/20 to reflect updated conditions.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 10:14
River Lynher
This Flood Alert has been updated for Wednesday 23/12/20. Please plan for and take steps to be prepared for possible flooding during this time.
Following recent rain the ground is very wet. Rivers may rise quickly during and after rain. Outbreaks of rain this morning will become persistent and heavy this afternoon, clearing eastwards late tonight.
Low lying roads, ground and isolated properties remain at risk and may experience flooding.
We have teams looking for blockages and fallen trees, checking defences and screens. We will continue to monitor conditions. This Flood Alert will be updated by 12:00 Thursday 24/12/20 to reflect updated conditions.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2020 12:46
River Lynher
This Flood Alert has been updated for Tuesday 22/12/20 to Thursday 24/12/20. Please plan for and take steps to be prepared for possible flooding during this time.
Following recent rain the ground is very wet. Rivers remain high for the next 3 days and may rise quickly during and after rain. On Wednesday a slow-moving band of frontal rain is expected to become heavy and persistent. Rivers will rise quickly where heavy rain falls, which may result in further Flood Warnings on Wednesday into Thursday. The rain is expected to clear away to the south-east during Thursday morning. Low lying roads, ground and isolated properties remain at risk and may experience repeated flooding over the next couple of days.
We have teams looking for blockages and fallen trees, checking defences and screens. We will continue to monitor conditions. If the risk increases Flood Warnings may be issued. This Flood Alert will be updated by 14:00 Wednesday 23/12/20 to reflect updated conditions.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2020 11:53
River Lynher
This Flood Alert has been updated for Monday 21/12/20 to Thursday 24/12/20. Please plan for and take steps to be prepared for possible flooding during this time.
Following recent rain the ground is very wet. Rivers remain high for the next 4 days and may rise quickly during and after rain. Frontal rain arrives Monday afternoon, returning rivers to Alert levels after dark on Monday evening. On Wednesday a band of frontal rain is expected to become heavy and persistent. Rivers will rise quickly where heavy rain falls, which may result in further Flood Warnings on Wednesday into Thursday. Low lying roads, ground and isolated properties remain at risk and may experience repeated flooding over the next few days.
We have teams looking for blockages and fallen trees, checking defences and screens. We will continue to monitor conditions. If the risk increases Flood Warnings may be issued. This Flood Alert will be updated by 12:00 Tuesday 22/12/20 to reflect updated conditions.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2020 14:37
River Lynher
This Flood Alert has been issued to reflect conditions for Sunday 20/12/20 to Thursday 24/12/20.
Following recent rain the ground is very wet. Conditions remain unsettled and rivers will remain high for the next 5 days and may rise quickly during and after rain.
Showers and then frontal rain will arrive from the west on Sunday evening, with a second band of rain on Monday. Wednesday is expected to see further heavy rainfall as a low pressure crosses the UK. While total rainfall and intensity are less than Friday, rivers may rise quickly where heavy rain falls.
Low lying roads, ground and isolated properties remain at risk and may experience repeated flooding over the next few days.
We have teams looking for blockages and fallen trees, checking defences and screens. We will continue to monitor conditions. If the risk increases Flood Warnings may be issued.
This Flood Alert will be updated by 14:00 Monday 21st December to reflect updated conditions.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2020 13:52
River Lynher
Following the heavy rain last night, falling onto already saturated catchments, river levels remain high on Saturday 19 December. A Flood Warning is in force for the River Lynher from Berriowbridge to Notter Bridge. Although river levels are expected to fall slowly throughout the day, scattered showers are forecast over the weekend, and rivers may respond to further rainfall. We will continue to monitor conditions and issue updates as required.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2020 16:34
River Lynher
River levels are responding now and rising following rain today and last night. A band of heavy and intense rainfall is forecast to cross the county this afternoon and evening, Friday 18 December, between now and 11pm. As catchments are already saturated, rivers are expected to respond quickly. Flood warning levels may be met later this evening.
Flooding of low-lying land and roads close to rivers is possible. Surface water may be deep, especially where leaves have blocked the drains.
We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for, and clearing blockages. This message will be updated by Saturday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2020 10:37
River Lynher
River levels are responding now and rising following the overnight rain. A band of heavy and intense rainfall is forecast to cross the county this morning, Friday 18 December, between 9am and 12pm. As catchments are already saturated, rivers are expected to respond quickly. Flood alert levels are expected to be met by early this afternoon. Flood warning levels may be met later this afternoon.
A further band of heavy rain is expected between 5pm and 8pm this evening.
Flooding of low-lying land and roads close to rivers is possible. Surface water may be deep, especially where leaves have blocked the drains.
We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for, and clearing blockages. This message will be updated by Friday afternoon or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Dec 2020 17:51
River Lynher
Flooding is possible from the evening of Thursday 17 December through to the morning of Saturday 19 December. Heavy rain will spread in from the west overnight on Thursday. Showers and drizzle are forecast for Friday morning. This will turn into heavy and intense rainfall during Friday afternoon, evening and into the early hours of Saturday. Totals of up to 60mm are forecast to fall in a 12 hour period from Friday afternoon, with up to 75mm in 24 hours. Areas of higher ground may see totals of up to 100mm in 24 hours. Rivers are expected to respond quickly to this rainfall. Flooding of low-lying land and roads close to rivers is possible. Surface water may be deep, especially where leaves have blocked the drains. Further heavy rainfall is also forecast for Sunday and Monday. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for, and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on Friday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Dec 2020 16:56
River Lynher
Flooding is possible from the evening of Thursday 17 December through to the morning of Saturday 19 December. Heavy rain will spread in from the west overnight on Thursday. Showers and drizzle are forecast for Friday morning. This will turn into heavy and intense rainfall during Friday afternoon, evening and into the early hours of Saturday. Totals of up to 60mm are forecast to fall in a 12 hour period from Friday afternoon, with up to 75mm in 24 hours. Areas of higher ground may see totals of up to 100mm in 24 hours. Rivers are expected to respond quickly to this rainfall. Flooding of low-lying land and roads close to rivers is possible. Surface water may be deep, especially where leaves have blocked the drains. Further heavy rainfall is also forecast for Sunday and Monday. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for, and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on Friday morning or earlier if the situation changes.?
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2020 16:47
River Lynher
Flooding is possible tomorrow morning, Wednesday 16th December. Heavy rainfall is forecast during the morning and rivers are expected to respond and peak in the early afternoon. Forecast levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers.
This rain coincides with the spring tide and tide-locking of rivers is possible and a Flood Warning will be issued because of this.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages.
This message will be updated on Wednesday morning or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 10:51
River Lynher
River levels have risen in response to overnight rainfall. The worst of the rain has now passed, but heavy showers are forecast for Saturday. River levels remain steady or are beginning to fall, but will remain high throughout the day.
Take care near low lying areas prone to flooding as there may be standing water for several days.
We will continue to monitor conditions and this message will be updated on Sunday, or earlier if the situation changes. River levels can be viewed on the Gov.uk website.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 12:38
River Lynher
Flooding is possible from late Friday through to the morning of Saturday 29th February, with river levels remaining high throughout the day.
Peak river levels are due to correspond with the morning high tide on Saturday which could cause tide locking issues at Notter Bridge.
Heavy and persistent rainfall, as a result of storm Jorge, is expected this evening and overnight clearing to the East throughout the day on Saturday. Rivers are expected to rise quickly in response to this rainfall.
This may cause flooding of low lying land and roads. Take care near the areas of concern and keep up to date with your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area ready to respond as required.
This message will be updated on Saturday, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 18:11
River Lynher
Flooding is possible on Sunday afternoon, the 16th of February and overnight into Monday.
River levels remain high following heavy rainfall on Saturday afternoon and overnight into Sunday. There is a continued risk of flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river for the rest of today, Sunday 16th February and into Monday.
The persistent rain has passed but scattered showers are expected on Sunday afternoon and overnight into Monday which may cause river levels to remain high. Take care near the areas of concern, and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are monitoring river levels and have staff ready to respond as required. This message will be updated on Monday morning, the 17th of February or earlier if conditions change.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 09:41
River Lynher
River levels have risen in response to recent rainfall. Whilst the heaviest of the rain has now passed, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible throughout the rest of today, Sunday 16th February, as a result of this morning’s rainfall. River levels are currently expected to be at their highest around midday Sunday.
Take care near the areas of concern and keep up to date with your local weather conditions.
We are monitoring river levels and have staff ready to respond as required. This message will be updated by 18:00 on Sunday 16th February, or earlier if conditions change.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 01:48
River Lynher
River levels have risen in response to this rainfall causing flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river throughout the night and continuing through Sunday.
The Met Office have issued a weather warning for Storm Dennis to bring persistent and heavy rain which is forecast to continue until Sunday afternoon 16th February.
River levels are currently forecast to be at their highest between 11:00 and 16:00 on Sunday 16th February. Flood warnings may need to be issued based on the current forecast.
Take care near the areas of concern and keep up to date with your local weather conditions.
We are monitoring river levels and have staff ready to respond as required. This message will be updated by 11:00 on Sunday 16th February, or earlier if conditions change.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 14:42
River Lynher
From midday Saturday 15th February the Met Office have issued a weather warning for Storm Dennis to bring persistent and heavy rain.
Persistent, and at times, heavy rain associated with Storm Dennis is now affecting the area and is forecast to continue until Sunday afternoon 16th February. River levels are rising in response to this rainfall and are likely to cause flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from Saturday afternoon and continuing through Sunday. River levels are currently forecast to be at their highest between 6pm and 10pm today, and again tomorrow Sunday 16th February between 9am and 1pm. Flood warnings may need to be issued based on the current forecast.
Take care near the areas of concern and keep up to date with your local weather conditions.
We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area ready to respond as required. This message will be updated by 15:00 on Sunday 16th February, or earlier if conditions change.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2020 15:21
River Lynher
From midday Saturday 15th February the Met Office have issued a weather warning for Storm Dennis to bring persistent and heavy rain. Once Storm Dennis arrives, river levels will rise and flooding is expected to affect the area from Saturday evening 15th February through to Monday morning 17th February.
Currently water levels have dropped following Thursdays heavy rain. Patchy rain through Friday will continue into Saturday 15th February. River levels may rise again in response to this rain, but flooding of low lying land and roads is not currently expected until Storm Dennis arrives on Saturday.
Take care near the areas of concern and keep up to date with your local weather conditions.
We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area ready to respond as required. This message will be updated by 15:00 on Saturday 15th February, or earlier if conditions change.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2019 11:52
River Lynher
Flooding is possible during Thursday and into Friday. Heavy rain over the last 24 hours has caused river levels to rise and ground is saturated. A further band of rain will move in from the South on Thursday, from mid-morning, clearing early Thursday evening, with further rain overnight into Friday. This will be locally heavy, particularly over South and South East facing hills. River levels are expected to remain high, with flooding of low lying land and roads possible throughout Thursday and overnight into Friday.
Areas at risk include communities along the River Lynher and tributaries. Unsettled weather is forecast to continue over the weekend. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on Friday morning or earlier if the situation changes. River levels can be viewed on our website.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2019 18:23
River Lynher
Flooding is possible during Wednesday evening and into Thursday.
This afternoon 15mm of rain has fallen widely over Cornwall. The forecast is for a further 10mm of rain falling this evening and overnight, with more possible over the higher ground of Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor.
The ground is currently saturated and river levels are responding to this afternoon’s rainfall. Based on the forecast, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. The main areas of concern are Notter Bridge and Berriowbridge.
Unsettled weather is forecast for the next 5 days. We are monitoring river levels and expect to issue further alerts during this time.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages.
This message will be updated on Thursday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
River levels can be viewed on our website.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2019 12:27
River Lynher
Rain is forecast across Cornwall from the south from late Friday morning. Rain will be persistent and heavy at times, particularly over south to south east facing up slopes on high ground. Rain is forecast to clear late Saturday.
River levels remain high following yesterday’s rainfall. We expect river levels to rise again this evening and overnight in response to todays forecast rainfall.
High river levels may coincide with peak tide heights overnight, resulting in elevated river levels in tidally influenced locations, including Notter Bridge.
Do not walk or drive through flood water. Avoid low lying roads and footpaths, which may be flooded.
The forecast outlook remains unsettled with further rain forecast for Sunday and Monday.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2019 16:48
River Lynher
Frontal rain with heavy bursts at times is continuing to push up from the south this afternoon and evening, Thursday 21st November. The rain is concentrated over the south coast and inland upland areas and today, 35mm of rain has already fallen. The persistent rain should clear by Thursday evening but will be followed by frequent showers with further heavy bursts at times over the same area.
Rivers have risen quickly to this intense rainfall and are likely to continue to respond into tomorrow, Friday.
Do not walk or drive through flood water. Avoid low lying roads and footpaths, which may be flooded.
We are monitoring river levels and will update this message on Friday morning or when the situation changes.