Flood Alert Info - Lower Dove Brooks in Staffordshire
Area Description
Low-lying land and roads on the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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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Flood Alert History
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2024 16:57
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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.
This message will be updated by tomorrow morning, Thursday 19/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2024 12:57
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall.
Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later today and overnight, 08/12/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 by 12:00 on 09/12/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2024 09:13
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 07/12/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 12:00 on 08/12/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2024 19:04
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are rising at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later this evening and overnight, 05/12/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 12:00 on 06/12/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2024 09:24
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are rising at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of Storm Bert. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to begin this morning, 24/11/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high into Sunday afternoon 24/11/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast and clearing weed screens.
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 by 11:00 on 25/11/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 17:25
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall forecast for this evening. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to begin from 01:15am tomorrow, Saturday 19/10/2024. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 16 Oct 2024 18:51
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of expected heavy rainfall this afternoon and evening. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
We expect river levels to rise into Thursday morning 17/10/2024.
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 and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11:00 on Thursday 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Sep 2024 17:27
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at Uttoxeter 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels have risen at the Uttoxeter 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 16:20
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of forecast heavy rainfall this evening. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between midnight tonight and 08:00 tomorrow (16/07/24). We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
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 10:25
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels have risen at the Marchington river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible throughout today, Wednesday 22/05/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast until midday Thursday. We expect river levels to rise during Wednesday.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences and we 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 stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated on Thursday, 23/05/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Mar 2024 16:42
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter gauge as a result of forecast persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later tonight, 26/03/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
Rainfall is forecast over the next 9 hours and we expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow morning, 27/03/24.
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 on 27/03/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Mar 2024 06:30
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels have risen at the Uttoxeter Park gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to begin this morning, 17/03/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next six 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 by tomorrow, 18/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2024 09:30
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are rising at the Uttoxeter gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected throughout today, 12/03/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout today, 12/03/24.
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 morning, 13/03/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 14:30
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Uttoxeter 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 18:05
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are high but steady at the Uttoxeter 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 17:12
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter Park gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 04:00 tomorrow, 21/02/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 10:11
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels continue to rise at the Marchington River Gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected today Sunday 18/02/2024. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 17:11
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter Park river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected this evening and overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 by tomorrow Sunday 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 8 Feb 2024 16:51
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels have risen at the Uttoxeter and Marchington 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 09:52
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are falling at the Marchington river gauge but forecast to rise again as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible throughout today and overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise again this afternoon and overnight into tomorrow morning 03/01/24. 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
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 30 Dec 2023 16:30
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall this evening. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 21:00 today, 30/12/2023. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook. We are issuing this flood alert as a precautionary measure.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high into Sunday morning, 31/12/23.
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.
Stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated by tomorrow morning, 31/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 13:26
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are rising at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 28/12/2023. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
No further significant rainfall is forecast. We expect river levels to remain high for most 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 07:16
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are rising quickly at the Marchington 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 16:19
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston 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 23 Dec 2023 16:29
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall over night tonight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 01:00 tomorrow morning, 24/12/23. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
Rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high into Sunday morning, 24/12/23.
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, 24/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 18:42
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are rising at the Marchington river gauge as a result of recent and current rainfall. Consequently, the flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
Further light rainfall is forecast this evening and again early tomorrow morning. Unfortunately we have some technical problems with the river level forecasting system, so please remain particularly vigilant overnight, while we work on this issue.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking current 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 (13/12/23), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 09:05
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are rising at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this morning and into the afternoon. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise until later this morning.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast and clearing weed screens.
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 by 17:00 on 09/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 19:24
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are rising at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later this evening 07/12/2023 and overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook. Further rainfall is forecast overnight and into the weekend. We expect river levels to continue 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 09:42
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Marchington 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 16:42
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels remain high at the Marchington river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to be affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 07:28
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels have risen at the Marchington river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to be affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 13 Nov 2023 09:53
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels have risen at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected between 09:00 and 13:45 today, 13/11/23. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
We expect river levels to remain high until 09:45 today, 13/11/23.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services 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 today, 13/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Nov 2023 16:39
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of expected heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected between 04:30 and 13:00 tomorrow, 13/11/23. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
We expect river levels to rise until 08:30 tomorrow, 13/11/23.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services 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 09:00 tomorrow, 13/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2023 19:44
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston 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 19:43
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston 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 30 Oct 2023 22:43
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston 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 19 Oct 2023 03:28
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston 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 07:43
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston 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 31 Dec 2022 12:17
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston 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 16:55
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston 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 16 Nov 2022 19:28
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Marchington river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall forecast overnight and tomorrow, 17/11/22. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible tomorrow, Thursday 17/11/22. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook. Further showers are forecasted over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high tomorrow, 17/11/22. 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 and stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Thursday 17/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2022 18:17
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast at the Marchington river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall forecast overnight and tomorrow, 17/11/22. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible tomorrow, Thursday 17/11/22. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook. Further showers are forecasted over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high tomorrow, 17/11/22. 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 and stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Thursday 17/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2022 16:50
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast at the Marchington river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall forecast this evening 16/11/22. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this afternoon 16/11/22 and tomorrow afternoon, 17/11/22. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook. Further showers are forecasted over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow 17/11/22. 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 and stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Thursday 16/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2022 17:08
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter Park river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall this evening. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible tonight 31/10/2022 and tomorrow 01/11/2022. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 13:40
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall today. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible between 15:00 and midnight today, Friday 30/09/22. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 4 Sep 2022 19:22
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Marchington river gauge due to potential thundery showers. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight, 04/09/22. Flooding could affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels may remain high into Monday, 05/09/22. 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. This message will be updated tomorrow, 05.09.22 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 17:27
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are rising at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall from storm Eunice. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible during this evening and into tomorrow morning, 21/02/2022. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 07:46
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall from storm Eunice. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 12:00 today, Sunday 20/02/22. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 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 tomorrow morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 16:15
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall from storm Eunice. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 03:00 tomorrow morning, 20/02/22. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 of as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2021 16:59
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of expected heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
We expect river levels to rise until tomorrow morning, 26/12/21.
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, 26/12/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2021 15:40
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter river gauge based upon the rainfall that is forecast this evening. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight. Flooding could affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
We are issuing this flood alert as a precautionary measure as further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 12/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2021 16:41
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Marchington and Uttoxeter river gauges as a result of rainfall associated with Storm Barra. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook. We are issuing this flood alert as a precautionary measure based upon the forecast which remains changeable due to the high winds. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 18 hours.
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 stay aware in case further warnings are issued and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 09/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2021 17:13
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall this evening. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected overnight into tomorrow, Sunday 05/12/21. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook. . Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high into tomorrow 05/12/2021. 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 morning, 05/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2021 15:43
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of expected heavy rainfall this evening. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected overnight into tomorrow, Thursday 28/10/21 to Friday 29/10/21. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 72 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, Friday 29/10/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2021 18:41
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Marchington and Uttoxeter river gauges as a result of forecast 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston 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 2 Feb 2021 17:13
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of expected rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later this evening, Tuesday 02/02/21 and overnight. Flooding is forecast to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
Further rainfall is possible over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to rise overnight and in the early hours of tomorrow morning, Wednesday 03/02/21.
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 tomorrow morning, 03/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2021 16:56
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall throughout tonight. Consequently, the flooding of roads and farmland is expected tomorrow. Flooding could affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook. Further rainfall and showers are forecast tomorrow. 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, 02/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 15:45
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Marchington 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight tonight, 28/01/21.
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
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels have risen at the Marchington river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible today Thursday 28/01/2021. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 20 Jan 2021 17:49
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are high but steady at the Marchington 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 10:27
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are beginning to rise again at the Uttoxeter 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours and we expect river levels to remain high during 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 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 17:48
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels remain high at the Anslow, Marchington and Uttoxeter river gauges 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 07:50
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are rising at the Anslow, Marchington and Uttoxeter river gauges 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 16:04
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 15 Jan 2021 15:55
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter Park 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 08:14
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels have risen at the Uttoxeter Park 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 27 Dec 2020 07:56
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels have risen at the Marchington and Uttoxeter river gauges as a result of the heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today (27/12/2020). Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land and roads on the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook. 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 later today, 27/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2020 07:27
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels have risen on the Picknall Brook and Marchington Brook as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to begin between 07:00 and 10:00 today, Saturday 19/12/20. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
Further showers are possible over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until later this afternoon on Saturday 19/12/20.
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 this evening, 19/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Oct 2020 17:16
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
This Flood Alert has been issued as persistent heavy rain has been forecast for this area throughout tonight and into tomorrow morning (Thursday 08 October 2020). River levels may therefore rise at the Marchington river gauge in response to this rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook is possible overnight. 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 and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 08 October 2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Aug 2020 17:40
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Marchington river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook. We are issuing this flood alert as a precautionary measure.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise 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, 28/08/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jun 2020 16:37
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston 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 16:33
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston 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
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are rising at the Marchington 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 29 Feb 2020 09:39
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are rising at the Marchington river gauge as a result of persistant overnight rainfall, Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected this morning, Saturday 29th February. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
Further scattered showers are forecast throughout today 29/02/20.
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 this evening 29/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 16:11
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels have risen at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall today, 28/02/20. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected this afternoon and evening, Friday 28/02/20. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight through to tomorrow morning, 29/02/20.
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 tomorrow morning, 29/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 10:22
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels have risen again at the Uttoxeter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible to begin again this morning, Monday 24/02/20. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 17:20
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are high but slowly falling at the Marchington 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight so we expect river levels to 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 10:14
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Marchington river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 17:33
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Marchington 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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 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 contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 16:28
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Uttoxeter 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston Brook is possible.
Further heavy showers are forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise until later this evening, Sunday 09/02/20.
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
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Marchington 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 Picknall Brook, Marchington Brook and Rolleston 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
Marchington Brook, Picknall Brook, Rolleston 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.