riverside locations and roads between Cullompton and Stoke Canon, including Woodmill, Hele, Silverton Mills, Rewe, Huxham, Old Mill Trading Estate, the A396 at Stoke Canon, the B3185 at Silverton, and the Exeter to London Paddington railway line.
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Number of historic Flood Warnings that have previously been recorded for this area.
River Culm
Continuing high river levels mean flooding remains possible today and overnight into 28 January. Heavy rain has fallen throughout Monday and into Tuesday and further showers are possible. Catchments are saturated and rivers are expected to remain high. Properties and low lying areas remain at risk, particularly Hele, Silverton Mills, Rewe, the A396 at Stoke Canon and and roads at Columbjohn and Westcott. Flood waters may be deep and fast flowing in these areas. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 28 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
River Culm
High river levels are expected to cause flooding overnight. Flooding is expected from the early hours of 27 January 2026 . Heavy rain falling in the area will continue overnight. Properties and low lying areas will start to flood from around 04:00AM on Tuesday. The main areas of concern are Hele, Silverton Mills, Rewe, the A396 at Stoke Canon and and roads at Columbjohn and Westcott. Flood waters may be deep and fast flowing in these areas. River levels are forecast to be at their highest between 09:00AM and 14:00PM. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car Start acting on your flood plan if you have one This message will be updated by 3:00PM on 27 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
River Culm
Flooding is expected on Monday morning. Further heavy rain has fallen in the Mid Devon area during Sunday evening. This has caused the River Culm to rise and the river is forecast to continue rising through the early morning. Properties and low lying areas in Hele, Silverton Mills, Rewe, the A396 at Stoke Canon and and roads at Columbjohn and Westcott, will start to flood first from around 03:30am on Monday. Flood waters may be deep and fast flowing in these areas. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your local surroundings. We will be closely monitoring the situation throughout the day and this message will be updated as the situation changes.
River Culm
Flooding is expected overnight on Sunday 24th November into Monday. Heavy rain falling in the Mid Devon area throughout today is causing the River Culm to rise and the river is forecast to continue rising through the day. Properties and low lying areas in Hele, Silverton Mills, Rewe, the A396 at Stoke Canon and roads at Columbjohn and Westcott, will start to flood first from 11pm. Flood waters may be deep and fast flowing in these areas. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your local surroundings. We will be closely monitoring the situation, and this message will be updated if the situation changes.
River Culm
Flooding is expected on Monday evening. Heavy rain falling in the area over the last 24 hours has caused the River Culm to rise. Properties and low lying areas in Hele, Silverton Mills, Rewe, the A396 at Stoke Canon and roads at Columbjohn and Westcott, will start to flood first from around 18:30 on Monday. Flood waters may be deep and fast flowing. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your local surroundings. We will be closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated as the situation changes.
River Culm
Storm Ciaran has cleared and river levels will begin to fall overnight. Catchments are saturated and sensitive to further rainfall. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are constantly monitoring river levels. This message will be updated on Friday or earlier if the situation changes.
River Culm
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding. Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
River Culm
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding. Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
River Culm
Flooding of homes and roads is expected this morning (Thursday 21 October). Heavy rain falling across the Devon area has caused the River Culm to rise rapidly. Flooding of property is imminent. Properties and low lying areas in Hele, Silverton Mills, Rewe, the A396 at Stoke Canon and and roads at Columbjohn and Westcott, will flood first. Install flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Do not walk or drive through flood water. Avoid low lying roads and footpaths, which may be flooded. We are monitoring river levels. We will update this message Thursday afternoon or if the situation changes.