Flood Alert Info - Lower Dove Brooks and Egginton Brook in Derbyshire
Area Description
Low-lying land and roads on the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
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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Area Covered by this Flood Alert
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Flood Alert History
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2024 16:57
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Egginton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected this evening and overnight into tomorrow morning, 19/12/2024.
We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise until later this evening and overnight into tomorrow morning, 19/12/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated by tomorrow morning, Thursday 19/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2024 11:44
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are high at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of rainfall associated with Storm Bert. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected throughout Saturday and into Sunday. Flooding is expected to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 6 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff have been checking defences, clearing screens and actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated on 25/11/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2024 17:09
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are rising at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of rainfall associated with Storm Bert and are forecast to rise further overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected throughout Saturday and into Sunday. Flooding is expected to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff have been checking defences, clearing screens and actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated on 24/11/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 17:25
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Horsebottoms river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall forecast for this evening. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to begin from 02:30am tomorrow, Saturday 19/10/2024. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11:00am on Saturday 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 08:11
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible this afternoon 01/10/24 and overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours, we expect river levels to rise again this afternoon and overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation, our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this afternoon, Tuesday 01/10/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 17:32
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels have risen and are forecast to rise further at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. We are issuing this flood alert as a precautionary measure. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible this evening and overnight into Tuesday.
Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours, so we expect river levels to continue to rise overnight.
We are closely monitoring the situation, and our incident response staff have been checking defences and clearing weed screens.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated on 01/10/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Sep 2024 17:28
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at Eggington river gauge a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 22/09/24. We expect flooding to affect Low-lying land and roads on the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow Monday 23/09/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Sep 2024 18:15
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels have risen at the Egginton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 21/09/2024. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by tomorrow, Sunday 22/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jul 2024 16:22
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Egginton river gauge as a result of forecast heavy rainfall this evening. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between 03:00 tomorrow morning (16/07/24) and 09:00 tomorrow morning (16/07/24). We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. Please also be aware there is a very low likelihood of property flooding overnight. We will issue a Flood Warning if necessary.
We expect river levels to remain high until 10:00 on 16/07/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning (16/07/24), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 13:45
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are rising at the Horsebottoms river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding roads and farmland is possible between today 22/05/24 till tomorrow morning 23/05/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated Thursday 23/05/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Mar 2024 11:21
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels have risen at the Sutton Mill gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this morning, 17/03/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further showers forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until this evening, 17/03/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow, Monday 18/03/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 14:22
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Horsebottoms gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today Thursday, 22/02/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 4 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow Friday 23/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2024 18:04
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are high but steady at the Horsebottoms gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2024 17:11
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Horsebottoms gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 07:00 tomorrow, 21/02/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to start to rise early tomorrow morning and to continue to rise throughout the day.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 21/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood warning and alerts will be issued in advance based on the latest forecasts for the next 24 hours. Updates will be issued at least every 24 hours.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 10:08
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels remain high at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected today Sunday 18/02/2024. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 6 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by tomorrow Monday 19/02/24 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2024 17:09
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Sutton Mill gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this evening and overnight,17/02/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 18/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood warning and alerts will be issued in advance based on the latest forecasts for the next 24 hours. Updates will be issued at least every 24 hours.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 12:41
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 10/02/24
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 16:51
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are rising at the Sutton Mill and Horsebottoms river gauges following heavy rainfall this morning and are forecast to cross this flood Alert threshold as a result of further heavy rainfall this evening, Thursday 08/02/2024. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to begin between 21:00 and 23:00 this evening. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Friday 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 10:09
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are rising at the Egginton River gauge as a result of heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected throughout today 02/01/24 and overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to continue to rise throughout today and remain high overnight and into tomorrow morning 03/01/2024. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 17:16
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of expected heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later this evening and overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise overnight and into tomorrow morning 02/01/2024. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 17:23
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are rising at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later this evening, 28/12/2023. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
No further significant rainfall is forecast for the rest of today. We expect river levels to remain high for the rest of today.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 tomorrow, 29/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 07:25
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are rising at the Sutton Mill gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 27/12/23. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast for the rest of today (27/12/23), but will begin to clear this evening. We expect river levels to remain high today (27/12/23).
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated later today (27/12/23), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2023 16:21
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
This flood alert has been issued as potentially heavy rain has been forecast for this area through the night. There is uncertainty, however, over the amount of rainfall expected and the exact locations. River and surface water flooding may affect these areas. We urge you to remain vigilant and avoid walking and driving through flood water. We are continuing to actively monitor the situation closely and will issue updates, and further flood alerts and warnings if necessary. You can monitor your local weather conditions and river levels on the GOV.UK website.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 18:36
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels have risen at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. Further rainfall is expected in the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high overnight 09/12/2023 and into tomorrow morning.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 10/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 15:42
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels have risen at the Egginton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
We expect river levels to remain high until Sunday 10th December 2023.
We expect river levels to rise in response to this rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated on Sunday morning 10th December 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 09:00
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Showers are forecast over the next 12 hours. River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing weed screens and actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 08/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 19:34
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are rising at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected later this evening 07/12/2023 and overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. Further rainfall is forecast overnight and into the weekend. We expect river levels to rise overnight.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing weed screens and actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 08/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 16:31
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
No further heavy rainfall is forecast overnight. River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 09:41
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
No further heavy rainfall is forecast for today, 05/12/23. We expect river levels to remain high until later today.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 17:00 today, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 17:14
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels remain high at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today and overnight Monday 04/12/23. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours and as a result we expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Tuesday 05/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 09:54
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels have risen at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later today, 04/12/23. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the day, 04/12/23, and as a result we expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 17:00 today, 04/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2023 09:15
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels have risen at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
We expect river levels to rise until later this afternoon.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated In the next 8 hours.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2023 03:43
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
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 2 Nov 2023 22:13
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
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 20 Oct 2023 10:45
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
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 13 Oct 2023 14:13
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
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 10 Jan 2023 22:05
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
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 21 Nov 2022 17:01
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise in this area this evening and overnight, in response to the persistent rainfall today. Consequently, the flooding of roads and farmland is possible this evening through to tomorrow morning (22/11/2022). Flooding could affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the nearby river(s). Further rainfall is forecast overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2022 17:07
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Horsebottoms river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected tonight 31/10/2022 and tomorrow Tuesday 01/11/2022. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow afternoon, 01/11/22
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast and clearing weed screens.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Tuesday 01/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2022 13:52
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected/possible between 17:00 today, Friday 30/09/22 and 03:00 tomorrow Saturday 01/10/22. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Saturday 01/10/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 15:26
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are falling but remain high at the Sutton Mill river gauge after heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible throughout today, 21/02/2022. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout today, 21/02/2022. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 09:10
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are falling but remain high at the Sutton Mill river gauge after heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible throughout today, 21/02/2022. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout today, 21/02/2022.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated this afternoon, 21/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 17:15
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels remain high at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall from Storm Eunice. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later this evening and into tomorrow morning, 21/02/2022. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high overnight and into Monday morning, 21/02/22.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
Stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 07:39
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels remain high at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall from Storm Eunice. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout Sunday and into Monday, 21/02/22.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
Stay aware in case further warnings are issued
This message will be updated this afternoon, 20/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 17:30
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Horsebottoms river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to begin from 21:00 today, 19/02/22. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout Sunday, 20/02/22.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
Stay aware in case further warnings are issued
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 16:34
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels remain high at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of rainfall over the past 24 hours, from Storm Eunice. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible during this afternoon 18/02/2022 and overnight into tomorrow morning 19/02/2022. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high during this evening 18/02/2022 and tomorrow morning 19/02/2022.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 19/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 08:39
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels have risen at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of rainfall overnight from Storm Eunice. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from this morning and throughout today 18/02/2022. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout today 18/02/2022.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated this afternoon, 18/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2021 18:41
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Horsebottoms, Sutton Mill & Egginton river gauges as a result of overnight rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight on Monday 4th October. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to rise overnight.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing weed screens.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 05/10/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jul 2021 17:54
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
This flood alert has been issued as a precaution. A band of heavy frontal rain has been forecast to move across this area later tonight, Monday (04/07/2021) into Tuesday (06/07/2021). Tonight’s rain is followed by isolated heavy rain on Tuesday morning (06/07/2021). However, there is uncertainty over the amount and the exact location of the rainfall. As a result, river and surface water flooding may affect these areas. We urge you to remain vigilant and avoid walking and driving through flood water. We are continuing to actively monitor the situation closely and will issue updates, and further flood alerts and warnings if necessary. You can monitor your local weather conditions and river levels on the GOV.UK website.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 09:51
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels remain high but are slowly beginning to fall at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. River levels are slowly falling, but still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 29/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 15:45
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels have risen at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 29/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 06:52
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels have risen at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today Thursday 28/01/2021. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to rise today Thursday 28/01/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this afternoon, Thursday 28/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 17:43
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are high but steady at the Horsebottoms river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 11:08
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels have risen at the Horsebottoms river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
We expect river levels to rise until later this afternoon.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid contact with flood water and call 999 if in immediate danger.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 17:47
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are high but steady at the Horsebottoms river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 10:26
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are rising at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours and we expect river levels to rise today and overnight into Thursday 21/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. We are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water. Please stay aware in case flood warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Thursday 21/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 17:48
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels remain high at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours and we expect river levels to continue to rise going into Wednesday 20/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are liaising with professional partners and actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water. Please stay aware in case flood warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning before 09:00, Wednesday 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 07:56
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are rising at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected this morning. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours and we expect river levels to rise during Tuesday.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are clearing weed screens and actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water. Please stay aware in case flood warnings are issued.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 19/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 15:59
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Horsebottoms river gauge as a result of heavy, prolonged and persistent rainfall from later today until Thursday 21 January 2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected tomorrow morning Tuesday 19 January 2021. Flooding will affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning Tuesday 19 January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 22:13
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are high but starting to fall at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of rainfall this morning. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is still expected today Saturday 16 January 2021. Flooding will affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. The rest of the weekend is forecast to be dry before more rain is forecast late on Monday 18 January 2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, Sunday 17 January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 12:31
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are rising slowly at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of rainfall this morning. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected this afternoon Saturday 16 January 2021. Flooding will affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. The rest of the weekend is forecast to be dry before more rain is forecast late on Monday 18 January 2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated later today, Saturday 16 January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 15:55
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Horsebottoms river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall tomorrow Saturday 16 January 2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected tomorrow morning. Flooding will affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning Saturday 16 January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 17:54
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels have peaked, but remain high at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff have been out clearing weed screens and we are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast..
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 09:24
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels have risen at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight and which is continuing today Thursday 14 January 2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated later today Thursday 14 January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jun 2020 16:35
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
This flood alert has been issued as a precaution as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area tonight, 17/06/20. There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and the exact location of these thunderstorms. River and surface water flooding may affect these areas. We urge you to remain vigilant and avoid walking and driving through flood water. We are continuing to actively monitor the situation and will issue updates, and further flood alerts and warnings if necessary. You can monitor your local weather conditions and river levels on the GOV.UK website.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 18/06/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jun 2020 16:31
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
This flood alert has been issued as a precaution as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area tonight, 16/06/20. There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and the exact location of these thunderstorms. River and surface water flooding may affect these areas. We urge you to remain vigilant and avoid walking and driving through flood water. We are continuing to actively monitor the situation and will issue updates, and further flood alerts and warnings if necessary. You can monitor your local weather conditions and river levels on the GOV.UK website.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 17/06/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 08:55
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are rising at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 10/03/2020. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 10/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2020 15:45
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Horsebottoms river gauge as a result of expected heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later this evening and overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to rise until later tomorrow afternoon.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 10/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 17:35
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels remain high at the Sutton Mill river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible this evening 24/02/2020. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. Further isolated showers are forecast over the next 6 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 25/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 10:11
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels have currently dropped to normal but are forecast to rise again at the Horsebottoms and Sutton Mill gauges as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible to begin again later this morning, Monday 24/02/20.
Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 2 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this afternoon, Monday 24/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 17:14
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are high but slowly falling at the Sutton Mill river gauge and are high and steady at the Egginton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall last night. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue through today, Sunday 23rd February 2020. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight so we expect river levels begin rise again into tomorrow, Monday 24th February 2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/02/2020, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 10:08
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are high but steady at the Horsebottoms river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible this morning, Sunday 23/02/20. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further rain showers are possible over the next 12 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this afternoon, Sunday 23/02/20, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 16:57
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Horsebottoms river gauge as a result of expected heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible tomorrow morning 23/02/2020. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to begin rising during the early hours of tomorrow morning 23/02/2020. We continue to closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 01:59
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels have fallen at the Egginton river level gauge and surrounding areas, following the recent heavy and persistent rainfall from Storm Dennis. Further unsettled weather is forecast for the week ahead, so we are continuing to closely monitor the situation and weather forecasts. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may still be flooded in places. This message will be updated in the morning, 17/02/20, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 17:36
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels remain high, but steady at Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook as a result of the persistent heavy rainfall from Storm Dennis and are expected to remain high for the next few days. Consequently, the flooding of low lying property, roads and land is expected to continue. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning Monday 17/02/20, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 08:23
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels have risen on the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook as a result of the persistent heavy rainfall from Storm Dennis and are expected to remain high for the next few days. Consequently, the flooding of low lying property, roads and land is expected to continue. Further potentially heavy rainfall is forecast through to midday, Sunday 16/02/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated in the afternoon, Sunday 16/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 00:45
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are responding to the rainfall from Storm Dennis. Further, potentially heavy, rainfall is forecast overnight (16/02/20), and we expect river levels to continue to rise in response to this. Consequently, the flooding of roads and farmland is expected overnight and into the morning. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. Please stay aware in case Flood Warnings are issued that may warn of possible property flooding. We are closely monitoring the situation and checking river levels. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated in the morning, 16/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 16:12
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Egginton river gauge as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected later this afternoon and overnight. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. We are issuing this flood alert now to give as much notice as possible. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. The risk of flooding from Storm Dennis is high. Please stay aware in case further flood warnings are issued. We are closely monitoring the situation and checking river levels. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 16:29
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are rising at the Horsebottoms river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding of low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook is possible.
Further heavy showers are forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise until tomorrow, Monday 10/02/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in the morning, Monday 10/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 07:51
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Horsebottoms river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise until this evening, Sunday 09/02/20.
Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this afternoon, Sunday 09/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 16:29
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels are expected to rise as a result of forecast heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying property, roads and farmland is possible.
Heavy rainfall is forecast overnight Saturday 08/02/20 into and throughout Sunday 09/02/20. River and surface water flooding may affect these areas as a result of this rainfall.
Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. and stay aware in case further warnings are issued
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Sunday 09/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Jan 2020 11:49
Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook
River levels have risen at the Egginton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible later this afternoon and evening. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 13/01/20, or as the situation changes.