Flood Alert Info - Barnstaple, Braunton, Ilfracombe and Combe Martin area
Area Description
Rivers Caen, Bradiford Water and Yeo and coastal streams from Braunton to Combe Martin.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2024 09:09
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible throughout Sunday. Heavy rain associated with Storm Bert is forecast over the weekend. Catchments are wet following rainfall earlier in the week. River levels are expected to remain high throughout Sunday. Expected levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close. We expect rivers to remain high throughout Sunday and may issue further flood warnings if required. Take care near areas of concern and check your local river levels on gov.uk. We are monitoring river levels. This message will be updated if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2024 10:35
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible on Saturday evening and overnight into Sunday. Heavy rain associated with Storm Bert is forecast from lunchtime Saturday until early Sunday morning. Catchments are wet following rainfall earlier in the week. River levels are expected to be high from 10pm Saturday night and remain high throughout Sunday.
Expected levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers from around 10pm on Saturday 23rd November. We expect rivers to remain high throughout Sunday and may issue further flood warnings if required.
Take care near areas of concern and check your local river levels on gov.uk. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area clearing blockages.
This message will be updated by 11am on Sunday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Mar 2024 16:38
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible overnight Saturday 16/03/2024, and into Sunday morning. Heavy rainfall forecast tonight in the Barnstaple, Braunton, Ilfracombe and Combe Martin area is expected to cause river levels to rise. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is possible. 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 Sunday afternoon 17/03/2024, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2024 11:27
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible on Sunday afternoon, 25/02/2024.
Heavy rainfall has fallen and is continuing to fall in the Barnstaple, Braunton, Ilfracombe and Combe Martin Area area. This has meant that the river levels are rising in response to the heavy rainfall.
We expect the river to remain high throughout today and overnight.
Take care near areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and will be update this message if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 14:28
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is still possible Friday afternoon and on Saturday 24/02/24.
Further heavy rain has fallen.
Although river levels in some areas may have fallen today, further rainfall may still cause them to rise.
Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is possible.
Flooding of properties is not currently expected.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are constantly monitoring river levels. This message will be updated if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 14:04
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is still possible tonight and into tomorrow Friday 23rd Feb.
Although rivers in some areas may have started to fall during today, further rainfall is expected to cause them to rise.
Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is possible. Flooding of properties is not currently expected. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are constantly monitoring river levels. This message will be updated if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2024 12:48
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible on Wednesday afternoon.
Heavy rain has fallen and will continue to fall throughout Wednesday and Thursday 22/02/24. River levels are now rising.
We expect the river levels to remain high throughout today and tomorrow, though no flooding to properties is forecast and warnings are not expected to be issued.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and will update messages accordingly.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2024 12:40
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible on Monday afternoon.
Heavy rain has fallen and will continue to fall throughout Thursday 22/02/24. This has meant that River levels are now rising.
We expect the river levels to remain high throughout today and tomorrow though no flooding to properties is forecast and warnings are not expected to be issued.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and will update messages accordingly.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 11:10
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding remains possible this morning, 18/02/2024, with river levels in the Barnstaple, Braunton, Ilfracombe and Combe Martin area high after heavy rain which fell overnight. No more significant rainfall is forecast today and levels are expected to fall this afternoon.
Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers. 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 Monday, 19/02/2024, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2024 16:36
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible overnight on Saturday 17th February into early Sunday morning.
There is heavy rainfall forecast in the North Devon Rivers area on Saturday evening. River levels are expected to rise and peak in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is possible. 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 Sunday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 14:00
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding continues to remain possible from this afternoon, Thursday 04/01/24. Over the last week we have seen heavy rain fall across Devon, and further rain, which may be heavy in places is expected to continue overnight. This means that levels in the North Devon Rivers will remain high for the next couple of days as heavy rain is falling on already wet catchments. Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated by the afternoon of Friday 05/01/24, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 16:32
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible from this afternoon, Wednesday 03/01/24. Over the last week we have seen heavy rain fall across Devon, and further spells of rain, which may be heavy in places are expected to continue. This means that river levels in the North Devon Rivers will remain high for the next couple of days as heavy rain is falling on already wet catchments. Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated by the afternoon of Thursday 04/01/24, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 12:38
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible from this afternoon, Tuesday 02/01/24. Over the last week we have seen heavy rain fall across Devon, and further spells of rain, which may be heavy in places are expected this afternoon and overnight. This means that river levels in the North Devon Rivers will rise with peak levels mid to late afternoon, and will remain high for the next couple of days as heavy rain is falling on already wet catchments. Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated by the afternoon of Wednesday 03/01/24, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2023 14:08
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible from the afternoon of Sunday 24th December with river levels remaining high on Monday.
There has been persistent rainfall in the area. This has meant that the North Devon Rivers are now rising.
There will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river.
We expect the river to remain high throughout Monday 25th December though no flooding to properties is forecast and warnings are not expected to be issued.
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 Tuesday 26th December or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 16:41
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible overnight Friday (8th December) and through Saturday (9th December).
Catchments remain saturated after the recent rainfall and another band of rain will fall overnight tonight and into tomorrow causing rivers to rise.
The main areas of concern are Barnstaple, Braunton, Ilfracombe and Combe Martin. River levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels. This message will be updated Saturday or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Mar 2023 21:25
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2023 03:16
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
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 12 Jan 2023 06:19
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
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 3 Nov 2022 16:49
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Over the last 24 hours we have had heavy rainfall over the North Devon area causing river levels to rise. Some areas may receive an additional 30-40 mm of rain in a few hours which could lead to some flooding impacts.
Rivers in this area likely to respond quickly and flooding to low lying land and roads is possible.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Friday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2022 16:05
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding to low lying land and roads is possible from 9am on Saturday morning.
Heavy rain is forecast across North Devon over Friday night into Saturday morning. This is expected to cause river levels in North Devon to rise.
We expect flooding to affect Barnstaple, Braunton, Ilfracombe and Combe Martin.
Do not walk or drive through flood water. Avoid low lying roads and footpaths, which may be flooded.
River levels will remain high throughout the weekend as further heavy showers are forecast, please take care near the areas of concern.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation .
Flood Alert issued on 29 Oct 2021 15:16
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible overnight Friday in to Saturday. Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the North Devon area and further rain is expected. This will mean that the Rivers Caen, Bradiford Water and Yeo and coastal streams from Braunton to Combe Martin will rise. The main areas of concern are Barnstaple, Braunton, Ilfracombe and Combe Martin, where levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from Friday evening. We expect rivers to remain high throughout the night in to Saturday. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Saturday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2021 21:46
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible overnight Thursday in to Friday.
Over the last 12 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the North Devon area. This has meant that the Rivers Caen, Bradiford Water and Yeo and coastal streams from Braunton to Combe Martin are now rising.
The main areas of concern are Barnstaple, Braunton, Ilfracombe and Combe Martin, where levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the rivers from around 10:30pm on Thursday.
We expect rivers to remain high throughout the night and flood warnings may need to be issued.
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.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2021 10:31
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
A flood alert remains in force to reflect continuing high river levels and further rain expected during Sunday. The outlook remains unsettled with further showers expected across Devon. Low lying ground and roads are still at risk of flooding. We are monitoring the situation and will provide an update on Monday, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 10:52
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
A flood alert remains in force to reflect continuing high river levels, and further rain expected during Saturday.
The outlook remains unsettled with further showers expected across North Devon. Low lying ground, roads and properties are still at risk of flooding. We are monitoring the situation and will provide an update on Sunday, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 11:20
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible across the area today on the 29th January.
Heavy showers overnight have caused rivers to rise. The levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land, and roads close to rivers.
We expect the river levels to remain high throughout the day. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages, in this location. This message will be updated on Saturday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 11:57
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Storm Christoph has cleared and river levels will begin to fall throughout today.
Catchments are saturated and sensitive to further rainfall, though no significant rainfall is expected overnight or tomorrow
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Friday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 11:36
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Rain has been falling overnight on the Barnstaple, Braunton, Ilfracombe and Combe Martin Area and further bands of heavy rain are expected throughout the day which will cause river levels to remain high.
This Flood Alert is expected to stay in force until Friday. This message will be updated by midday on Thursday 21st January or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 02:12
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible during the early hours of Wednesday 20th January and into the morning. Rain has been falling over the Barnstaple, Braunton, Ilfracombe and Combe Martin area overnight and continues. Further rainfall is forecast, and river levels are rising. Flood Warnings may be required. Expected levels suggest that possible flooding impacts would be to low lying land and roads close to the river.
Rainfall is forecast to continue throughout Wednesday 20th, which may be heavy at times.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and are ready to respond as required. This message will be updated on Wednesday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 08:46
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Throughout the night we have seen heavy rainfall in the North Devon area. This has meant that the River Yeo is now rising and flooding is possible during the morning of Saturday the 16th of January. Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river throughout the morning.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on Saturday afternoon or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2020 10:27
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Wintry showers are expected to continue throughout today. River levels are expected to remain high throughout Monday before starting to fall slowly on Tuesday. The situation is improving and this message will be updated on Tuesday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 15:58
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Frontal rainfall associated with Storm Bella has cleared and river levels will begin to fall this evening. However, heavy wintry showers of rain, sleet and wet snow are expected to cross the area overnight.
Catchments are saturated and sensitive to further rainfall, so this is likely to keep river levels high into Monday morning.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Monday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 15:03
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible across the area later on Saturday evening and overnight into Sunday 27th December.
Storm Bella is expected to bring further heavy showers this evening and a band of heavy frontal rain overnight. This will cause rivers in the area to rise rapidly, peaking early Sunday morning. The levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers in the early hours. Very strong winds are also forecast which may cause trees to fall bringing additional risk of flooding.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Sunday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 11:28
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Rain has now cleared the catchments in the area and no significant rainfall is expected today, or tomorrow. River levels remain high in this area and are expected to peak around midday today and then start to fall for the rest of the day and overnight. The situation is improving and this message will be updated on Friday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 15:42
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible from Wednesday afternoon and into the night.
Over the last few hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the North Devon area. This has meant that the rivers are now rising.
The levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers and around bridges from 4pm on Wednesday.
We expect the rivers to remain high overnight into Thursday, there is possibility for further heavy rain, and the possibility of further flood warnings to be issued. We will update the situation as it changes.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Thursday or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2020 13:21
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible during Friday 18th December through to the morning of Saturday 19th December. Showers are forecast for Friday morning. This will turn into heavy and intense rainfall during Friday afternoon, evening and into the early hours of Saturday. Widespread totals of up to 35mm, with localised totals up to 70mm are forecast within a 15 hour period from Friday afternoon. Areas of higher ground such as Dartmoor may see isolated totals of up to 100mm in 15 hours. Rivers are expected to respond quickly to this rainfall. Flooding of low-lying land and roads close to rivers is possible. Surface water may be deep, especially where leaves have blocked the drains. Further heavy rainfall is also forecast for Monday into Tuesday. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for, and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on Saturday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2020 10:23
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible during Friday 18th December through to the morning of Saturday 19th December. Showers are forecast for Friday morning. This will turn into heavy and intense rainfall during Friday afternoon, evening and into the early hours of Saturday. Widespread totals of up to 35mm, with localised totals up to 70mm are forecast within a 15 hour period from Friday afternoon. Areas of higher ground such as Dartmoor may see isolated totals of up to 100mm in 15 hours. Rivers are expected to respond quickly to this rainfall. Flooding of low-lying land and roads close to rivers is possible. Surface water may be deep, especially where leaves have blocked the drains. Further heavy rainfall is also forecast for Monday into Tuesday. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for, and clearing blockages. This message will be updated on Friday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Oct 2020 16:45
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible early on Saturday morning.
Forecasts suggest we will see heavy rainfall in the Barnstaple, Braunton, Ilfracombe and Combe Martin Area overnight on Friday and into Saturday.
This means that the Rivers Caen, Bradiford Water and Yeo are likely to rise.
There is likely to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the rivers overnight and through tomorrow morning.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Saturday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Oct 2020 18:15
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Further showers are forecast overnight and into Wednesday 7th October. River levels will stay higher than usual. We are constantly monitoring river levels and will update this message as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2020 16:52
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Further showers are forecast overnight and into Tuesday 6th October. River levels will stay higher than usual. We are constantly monitoring river levels and will update this message as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2020 12:23
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible this afternoon (Sunday 4th October).
Heavy rainfall is currently passing through Devon. Rivers are responding quickly and levels will rise throughout Sunday afternoon. Flooding of low lying land in the floodplain and roads close to rivers is expected.
The main areas of concern are Barnstaple, Braunton, Ilfracombe and Combe Martin.
We expect rivers to remain high throughout the remainder of the weekend as further heavy rainfall is anticipated. Please take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. We will update this message as the situation changes. Flood warnings will be issued when necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2020 15:40
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible overnight on Monday the 9th of March into Tuesday. Rain is forecast this evening and overnight. River catchments are still saturated after recent storms and river levels are expected to rise overnight and into the morning.
Forecast levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from early Tuesday morning.
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 Tuesday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 09:41
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible on Sunday through to Monday.
Isolated wintery showers are forecast throughout Sunday, with a more widespread band of rain expected from Sunday evening. The ground in many areas is totally saturated. River levels still remain high but will continue to fall throughout the day. River levels will rise again overnight in response to Sunday evenings rainfall. Flooding to low lying land and roads is possible, though no flooding to properties is forecast and warnings are not expected to be issued.
Remain safe and be aware of your local surroundings. We will be closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated on Monday morning.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 20:31
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible throughout Saturday night into the morning of Sunday 1st March.
The heavy and persistent rainfall experienced in the early hours of Saturday morning has now cleared the area, with wintry showers to follow over tonight and tomorrow.
The ground in many areas is totally saturated. Flooding to low lying land and roads is still expected. River levels are beginning to fall and will continue to fall this evening and overnight.
Remain safe and be aware of your local surroundings. We will be closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated on Sunday morning.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 10:45
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is expected on Saturday 29th February
The heavy and persistent rainfall experienced in the early hours of Saturday morning has now cleared the area, with wintry showers to follow throughout the day.
The ground in many areas is totally saturated and the rainfall has caused rivers to rise and they are expected to remain high throughout Saturday.
Flooding to low lying land and roads is still expected, and flood waters may be deep and fast flowing within this area. River levels have begun to stabilise and are slowly beginning to fall in upstream locations.
Remain safe and be aware of your local surroundings. We will be closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated on Saturday evening.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 15:50
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible overnight Friday (28th February) into Saturday (29th February).
Bands of heavy rain are forecast to pass through Devon during Friday and into Saturday with a risk of some particularly localised bursts. River catchments are still saturated after the recent storms, and river levels are beginning to rise.
The main areas of concern are Barnstaple, Braunton, Ilfracombe and Combe Martin, where levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the rivers to remain high throughout the night and into Saturday.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels. This message is based on the latest forecast and will be updated when the situation changes. Flood warnings will be issued when necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 11:56
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible from late morning today, Monday the 24th February.
A band of rain is passing through Devon at present. River catchments are still saturated after the recent storms, and river levels are beginning to rise.
The main areas of concern are Barnstaple, Braunton, Ilfracombe and Combe Martin, where levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. We expect river levels to remain high throughout today, although no flooding to properties is currently forecast.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels. This message will be updated when the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 16:28
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible on Monday and Tuesday. The heavy rainfall over the weekend associated with Storm Dennis has now cleared the area but river levels remain high. Specific areas of concern are low lying land and roads close to rivers. Rain showers are forecast to continue throughout Monday, with further rain forecast on Tuesday. This will cause river levels to remain high into Tuesday. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are constantly monitoring river levels and this message will be updated on Tuesday or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 10:03
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible from Monday into Tuesday. There has been heavy rainfall over the past 48 hours and river levels are remaining high. Specific areas of concern are low lying land and roads close to rivers. Rain showers are forecast to continue throughout Monday, with more rain forecast on Tuesday. This will cause river levels to remain high into Tuesday. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Monday afternoon or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 17:15
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible on Sunday into Monday. Heavy rain has fallen over the last 48 hours and river levels remain high. Specific areas of concern are low lying land and roads close to rivers. Heaviest rain has cleared this area but rain showers are forecast for the next few days. This will cause river levels to remain high into Monday. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are constantly monitoring river levels and this message will be updated on Monday or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 07:40
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible from Sunday into Monday. There has been heavy rainfall overnight into Sunday, and river levels are remaining high. Specific areas of concern, are low lying land and roads close to rivers. Rain is forecast to continue throughout Sunday morning, with scattered showers over Sunday afternoon. This will cause river levels to remain high into Monday. Take care near the areas of concern, and monitor your local weather conditions. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 15:48
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible on Saturday afternoon and into Sunday.
Heavy rainfall is expected to continue overnight and river levels are likely to respond quickly.
Areas of concern are low lying land and roads close to rivers, which are expected to flood.
We expect the river levels to remain high throughout Sunday 16 February. We are continuing to monitor the situation and will update this message if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2019 21:41
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
Flooding is possible on Thursday evening and overnight into Friday.
A band of heavy rain is forecast across Devon this evening and overnight. As river levels are already high and the ground is saturated, this rainfall may result in flooding to low lying land and roads. We are constantly monitoring river levels and this message will be updated on Friday 27 December 2019 or earlier if the situation changes. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2019 15:29
River Caen, Bradiford Water, River Yeo
River levels are forecast to rise across Devon as a result of heavy rainfall this afternoon and overnight into Thursday. Consequently, flooding of roads and low-lying land is possible widely throughout Devon.
Several periods of heavy rain are likely from Wednesday afternoon until early Friday. 30 to 50 mm of rain is likely to accumulate quite widely during this time, with 60 to 90 mm over some south-facing hills. Overall accumulation of rain on saturated ground means we expect river levels to remain high for the coming days.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff across the area checking for and clearing blockages.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 19 December, or earlier if the situation changes.