Flood Alert Info - Middle Exe area
Area Description
Middle River Exe from Exebridge to Tiverton and the Rivers Haddeo, Batherm and Lowman.
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 19 Oct 2024 16:15
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible from Sunday morning as rivers remain high following recent rain. Catchments are wet and rivers are expected to remain high, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We are constantly monitoring river levels. This message will be updated on Sunday, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 15:05
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible from Friday evening into Saturday morning as rivers remain high following recent rain, with further rain forecast into the weekend.
Catchments are wet and rivers are expected to remain high, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads into the weekend.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We are constantly monitoring river levels.
This message will be updated on Saturday, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 17:03
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible on Wednesday evening following heavy rain throughout most of today, with further spells of rain forecast until later on Wednesday evening.
Following prolonged rainfall, catchments are wet. Rivers are expected to remain high leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads .
Some areas may see surface water flooding.
Weather conditions are expected to improve from overnight Wednesday into Thursday.
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 Thursday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Oct 2024 17:42
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible in the early hours of Monday morning.
Heavy rainfall is due overnight tonight (Sunday 13th October) in the Middle Exe area. It is expected this will cause river levels to rise which could cause flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. 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 this message on Monday.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jul 2024 16:38
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible tonight Monday 08/07/2024. Heavy rainfall is forecast overnight in the Middle Exe area. This will cause river levels to rise with possible 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 tomorrow morning, 09/07/2024, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 May 2024 16:19
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding remains possible throughout today, Thursday 2nd May following recent heavy rainfall. No further rain is expected however river levels in the Middle Exe area are expected to remain high and 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. This message will be updated on Friday 3rd May, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 May 2024 18:23
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible on Thursday morning 02/05/2024. Heavy rainfall is forecast overnight in the Middle Exe area. This will cause river levels to rise with possible 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 Thursday afternoon or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Mar 2024 16:27
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible overnight Saturday 16/03/2024, and into Sunday morning. Heavy rainfall forecast tonight in the Middle Exe 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 29 Feb 2024 15:41
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible in the early hours of Friday morning.
We are forecasting heavy rainfall in the Middle Exe area.
The heaviest band of rainfall is between midnight tonight and 6am tomorrow morning. This means that the rivers in the area will start rising after midnight tonight.
Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from around 6am on Friday.
We expect the river to remain high throughout today 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 Friday afternoon or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2024 10:44
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Catchments are saturated and river levels remain high after rainfall over the last 24 hours. Further rain is forecast on Tuesday. Flooding remains possible to low lying areas although 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 27/02/2024 or if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2024 11:42
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible on Sunday afternoon, 25/02/2024.
Heavy rainfall has fallen and is continuing to fall in the Middle Exe area. This has meant that the river levels are rising in response.
We expect the rivers to remain high throughout today and overnight.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and will update this message if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 14:20
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is still possible in the Middle Exe Area on Friday afternoon and on Saturday 24/02/2024.
Further heavy rain has fallen.
Although river levels in some areas may have fallen today, they are now expected 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 14:05
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is still possible in the River Exe Area 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 14:49
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is still possible for Wednesday afternoon, and into Thursday22/02/24.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast for Thursday 22/02/24 in the River Exe area and this is expected to cause river levels to rise. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is possible. We expect river levels to remain high during Thursday, although 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 20 Feb 2024 16:33
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible overnight Tuesday, 20/02/2024, and into Wednesday. This flood alert is based on a forecast.
Heavy rainfall is forecast for tonight in the River Exe area and this is expected to cause river levels to rise. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is possible. We expect river levels to remain high during Wednesday but 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 tomorrow morning, 21/02/2024, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 11:10
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding remains possible this morning, 18/02/2024, with levels in the River Exe 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 Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible overnight on Saturday 17th February into early Sunday morning.
There is heavy rainfall forecast in the River Exe 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 15 Feb 2024 15:54
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible overnight on Thursday 15th February and into Friday morning.
There is heavy rainfall forecast in the River Exe area on Thursday evening. River levels are forecast to peak in the early hours of Friday 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. Further rainfall is forecast this weekend and river levels are expected to rise.
We are constantly monitoring river levels. This message will be updated on Friday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 16:24
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible through the rest of today and overnight into Saturday.
Over the last 48 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the area. This has meant that the Rivers Exe and Batherm and their tributaries have risen and will remain high.
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 Saturday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 16:28
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible from Thursday evening.
This flood alert is based on a forecast.
Rainfall over the last 24 hours has caused river levels to rise. Further rainfall is forecast from Thursday evening into Friday. We expect river levels to rise again in response to this rainfall.
Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the River Exe and its tributaries.
We expect the river to remain high throughout Friday 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 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 6 Feb 2024 16:36
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible overnight on Tuesday 6th February into Wednesday morning.
There is heavy rainfall forecast in the River Exe area on Tuesday evening. River levels are forecast to peak in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is possible. No flooding to properties is expected.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. Further rainfall is forecast later this week and river levels are expected to rise.
We are constantly monitoring river levels. This message will be updated on Wednesday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 13:59
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 river levels in the Middle Exe area 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 16:43
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding continues to remain possible from this afternoon, Wednesday 03/01/24 and overnight into Thursday. 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 on Wednesday evening and overnight. This means that river levels in the Middle Exe area will rise, 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. Possible Flood Warnings may be issued if necessary. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We will continue to monitor the river levels. This message will be updated by the afternoon on Thursday 04/01/24, or earlier if the situation
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 16:56
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding continues to remain possible from this afternoon, Tuesday 02/01/24 and overnight into Wednesday. 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 on Tuesday evening and overnight. This means that river levels in the Middle Exe area will rise, 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. Possible Flood Warnings may be issued if necessary. More heavy rain accompanied by very windy conditions on Tuesday night through to Wednesday will cause river levels to rise again. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We will continue to monitor the river levels. This message will be updated by the afternoon on Wednesday 03/01/24, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 13:35
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible from this evening, Monday 01/01/24 and overnight into Tuesday. 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 on Monday evening and overnight. This means that river levels in the Middle Exe area will rise, 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. Possible Flood Warnings may be issued if necessary. More heavy rain accompanied by very windy conditions on Tuesday will cause river levels to rise again. 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 on Tuesday 02/01/24, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 11:55
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding remains possible throughout today, Sunday 31/12/23. River levels on the middle River Exe remain high following the heavy rain falling in the area overnight on Saturday 30/12/23 and into Sunday morning. Over the last week we have seen heavy rain fall across Devon. Further showers are still forecast today, and more heavy rain is expected from tomorrow afternoon on Monday 01/01/24. The weather generally remains unsettled for the next week, bringing wet and windy conditions. River levels on the middle River Exe are expected to remain high and will be sensitive to further rainfall. Levels suggest 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 on Monday 01/01/24, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2023 13:47
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible from the afternoon today, Saturday 30/12/23 and overnight into Sunday. Over the last week we have seen heavy rain fall across Devon, and more heavy rain is forecast throughout today. The weather remains generally unsettled for the next week, bringing wet and windy conditions. This means that river levels in the River Middle Exe area will rise, and will remain high over the weekend. Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. No flooding to properties is forecast, and flood warnings are not expected to be issued. 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 on Sunday 31/12/23, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 11:15
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding remains possible throughout today, Thursday 28th December. River levels on the River Exe remain high after recent heavy rainfall. Further showers are forecast throughout today, and the weather remains generally unsettled for the next couple of days, bringing wet and windy conditions. The rain may be heavy at times and may result in further 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 midday on Friday 29/12/23, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 14:10
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible from the afternoon of Wednesday 27th December.
Overnight and today we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Exe area. This has meant that the River Exe is now rising, and river levels will remain high.
Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river.
We expect the river to remain high throughout today, Wednesday 27th 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 and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Thursday 28th December or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2023 14:14
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible from the afternoon of Sunday 24th December with river levels remaining high on Monday.
There has been rainfall in the River Exe area, with more rain forecast. This has meant that the River Exe is 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 9 Dec 2023 15:42
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible throughout Saturday afternoon, overnight and into Sunday.
Over the past few days, we have seen heavy rainfall across Devon. Rain has now cleared the area but river levels will remain high overnight. Further rainfall is expected during Sunday which may cause river levels to rise further.
The main areas of concern are Exebridge, Bolham, Bampton and Tiverton. 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 Sunday or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 16:41
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 Exebridge, Bolham, Bampton and Tiverton. 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 3 Dec 2023 15:11
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible from the early hours on Monday morning.
Widespread heavy rainfall is forecast overnight across Devon. This will cause rivers in the area to rise.
The main areas of concern are Exebridge, Bolham, Bampton and Tiverton. River levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers.
We expect rivers to remain high throughout Monday.
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 evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2023 16:39
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible early on Saturday morning.
Widespread heavy rainfall is forecast overnight across Devon. This will cause rivers in the area to rise.
The main areas of concern are Exebridge, Bolham, Bampton and Tiverton. River levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers.
We expect rivers to remain high throughout Saturday.
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 15 Nov 2023 17:24
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible early on Thursday morning.
Widespread heavy rainfall is forecast overnight across Devon. This will cause rivers in the area to rise.
The main areas of concern are Exebridge, Bolham, Bampton and Tiverton. River levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers.
We expect rivers to remain high throughout Thursday.
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 Thursday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 10:08
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
River levels remain high following recent rainfall. Unsettled weather is expected to continue with rain forecast throughout today 14/11/23, bringing a further risk of flooding.
Catchments are wet, so river levels will remain high and respond to further rainfall. Flooding to low lying land and roads from Exebridge to Tiverton is possible.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for, and clearing, blockages. This message will be updated on Wednesday 15/11/23 or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 10:41
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
River levels remain high following recent rainfall. Unsettled weather is forecast to continue with heavy rain early Tuesday morning 14/11/23, bringing a further risk of flooding.
Catchments are wet, so river levels will remain high and respond to further rainfall. Flooding to low lying land and roads between Exebridge and Tiverton is possible.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for, and clearing, blockages. This message will be updated on Tuesday 14/11/23 or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Nov 2023 16:21
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
River levels on the River Batherm, River Exe, River Haddeo and River Lowman remain high following recent rainfall. Unsettled weather is forecast to continue with persistent rain over Sunday night on 12th November and Monday morning on 13th November, bringing a risk of flooding from the early hours of Monday morning. Catchments are wet, so river levels will remain high and respond to further rainfall. Flooding is possible on Monday 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 Monday.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Nov 2023 09:28
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 4 Nov 2023 16:46
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Catchments are saturated and further rainfall over the past 24 hours have meant river levels remain high. Further showers are expected. Flooding remains possible to low lying areas although no further 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.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2023 16:34
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Storm Ciaran has cleared, and river levels are continuing to fall throughout today.
Catchments are saturated and a persistent band of rainfall is expected Saturday morning. We expect river levels to respond to this rainfall, 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.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2023 20:12
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2023 21:46
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible from late Wednesday evening 1st November, and into Thursday morning.
Heavy rain falling in Devon due to Storm Ciaran has caused the River Exe to start rising. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to local rivers from around 10:30pm on Wednesday evening is possible.
Flood Warnings may be required. Please take care near the areas of concern. Do not walk or drive through flood water. Avoid low lying roads and footpaths, which may be flooded. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated on Thursday afternoon or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Sep 2023 12:28
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Mar 2023 12:39
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 9 Mar 2023 16:45
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible from Thursday evening 9th March.
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rain and snowfall in the Mid Devon area. This has meant that the River Exe is now rising.
Flooding to low lying land and roads close to local rivers around Cullompton, Exbridge, Bolland, Bampton and Tiverton from around 10pm on Thursday evening is possible.
We expect river levels to remain high overnight although no flooding to properties is currently forecast, we will monitor and issue any warnings if necessary.
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 14 Jan 2023 03:36
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 11 Jan 2023 14:17
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 9 Jan 2023 16:33
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible from the early hours of Tuesday 10th January. Heavy rain is expected to fall from 06:00 and will cause river levels to rise throughout the day and into the evening.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads. Please take care near the areas of concern. Do not walk or drive through flood water. Avoid low lying roads and footpaths, which may be flooded. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated Tuesday afternoon, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2023 18:52
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
The heavy rainfall has now passed over the county, however showers are expected to continue overnight.
We expect the rivers to remain high throughout the night.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are constantly monitoring river levels and will have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated by the afternoon of Sunday 8th January 2023 or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2023 16:14
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible from the early hours of Saturday 7th January. Heavy rain is expected from 1am in the morning and will cause river levels to rise.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads. Flood Warnings may be required.
Please take care near the areas of concern. Do not walk or drive through flood water. Avoid low lying roads and footpaths, which may be flooded.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated Saturday afternoon, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2022 16:47
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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.
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Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2022 02:54
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 26 Nov 2022 15:16
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible Saturday 26 November and overnight into Sunday 27 November. Rain has been falling in the area and river levels are rising. Further rain is forecast this evening and into the early hours of Sunday. Flooding to low lying land and roads is expected from 6pm Saturday 26 November till 3am Sunday 27 November. No flooding to properties is forecast. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and this message will be updated on Sunday 27 November or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2022 16:34
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible Thursday 24/11/2022 and overnight into Friday 25/11/2022. Rain has been falling over the catchment and river levels are high. Blustery showers are forecast for the remainder of today and at times during Friday. Further rain is also forecast for Saturday afternoon and overnight into Sunday. Flooding to low lying land and roads is expected. 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 monitoring river levels and this message will be updated on Friday 25/11/2022 or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2022 16:12
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible Wednesday 23/11/2022 and overnight into Thursday 24/11/2022. Rain has been falling over the catchment and river levels are high. Blustery showers are forecast for the remainder of today and throughout Thursday, maintaining these high river levels. Flooding to low lying land and roads is expected. 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 monitoring river levels and this message will be updated on Thursday 24/11/2022 or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2022 14:30
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible throughout Tuesday 22/11/2022 and Wednesday 23/11/2022.
The heavy showers experienced throughout Tuesday morning are slowly beginning to clear the area. From the early hours of Wednesday morning a band of rain will bring a spell of heavy rain.
Catchments are extremely wet and river levels will react to any further rainfall. River levels will remain high throughout Tuesday. Levels are forecast to rise once again during Wednesday morning and flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is likely.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff checking for blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Wednesday 23/11/2022 or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2022 17:47
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding will continue from Monday evening into Tuesday morning.
The heavy persistent rainfall experienced throughout Monday has cleared the area. Frequent heavy showers will affect most areas during Monday evening into Tuesday morning. Catchments are extremely sensitive and river levels will react to any further rainfall.
River levels are mostly beginning to slowly fall, but will remain high and may rise again based on the rainfall overnight into Tuesday morning. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is likely to continue into Tuesday 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 Tuesday morning or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2022 12:14
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible from midday on Monday 21st November.
The persistent frontal rain during Monday morning is now clearing the area to leave showery conditions throughout the rest of today.
River levels will continue to rise throughout Monday morning and will be at their highest during Monday afternoon. Levels will remain high and there is likely to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river.
We expect the river to remain high throughout today.
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 Tuesday morning or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2022 13:30
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible during the afternoon of Wednesday 16th November into Thursday Morning.
Following heavy rainfall over the last 24 hours catchments in this area remain wet and sensitive to any further rainfall.
During Wednesday afternoon, a further low-pressure system will affect this area, bringing heavy rain and strong winds. Up to 35mm of rainfall forecast for some locations.
River levels are forecast to rise in response. The highest levels are forecast during Wednesday night into Thursday morning. The main areas of concern are low lying land and roads close to the river.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We will continue to monitor river levels and issue Flood Warnings if required. Trash screens and blockages have been cleared in this area. This message will be updated on Thursday morning (17/11/22) or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2022 15:44
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible on the night of Monday 7th November and into the following morning with heavy rainfall and high winds being forecast between 18:00 and midnight tonight.
This will cause rivers to rise, with possible flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers from the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Further showery rain is forecast on Tuesday which may keep river levels 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 Tuesday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2022 18:07
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible on Saturday 8th January.
Heavy rain over the last 24 hours has caused river levels in the River Exe catchment to rise.
Further showers are forecast overnight and throughout the next few days which will cause river levels to remain higher than normal.
We expect flooding to affect to low lying land and roads at Exebridge, Bolham, Bampton and Tiverton.
Please take care near the areas of concern. Do not walk or drive through flood water. Avoid low lying roads and footpaths, which may be flooded.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated on Sunday morning.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2022 11:21
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding to low lying land and roads is possible from Saturday morning.
Heavy rain over the last 24 hours has caused river levels in the River Exe catchment to rise. Further showers are forecast throughout the weekend which will cause levels to remain higher than normal. The highest levels are currently forecast for 4:30pm on Saturday.
We expect flooding to affect Exebridge, Bolham, Bampton and Tiverton. Please take care near the areas of concern.
Do not walk or drive through flood water. Avoid low lying roads and footpaths, which may be flooded.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation .
This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2022 15:54
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding to low lying land and roads is possible from 6am on Saturday.
Heavy rain is forecast across River Exe catchment over Friday night into Saturday morning. This is expected to cause river levels in the area to rise.
We expect flooding to affect Exebridge, Bolham, Bampton and Tiverton.
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 .
This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2021 09:22
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Following overnight rain, river levels are steadily rising again on the Rivers Exe, Haddeo, Batherm and Lowman.
Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river is possible during today, Wednesday 29/12/2021. 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 and will update this message on Thursday, 30/12/2021, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2021 17:22
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Following overnight rain and further rain falling throughout today river levels are continuing to steadily rise on the Rivers Exe, Haddeo, Batherm and Lowman.
Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river is possible thisevening and overnight in to Sunday 26/12/2021. 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 and will update this message on Sunday, 26/12/2021, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Oct 2021 14:40
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible overnight Saturday into Sunday. Over the last 48 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Exe area and further rain is expected. This will mean that the Rivers Exe, Haddeo, Batherm and Lowman will remain high. Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from Sunday morning. We expect rivers to remain high throughout the day on Sunday. 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 afternoon or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Oct 2021 15:16
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible overnight Friday and into Saturday. Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Exe area and further rain is expected. This will mean that the Rivers Exe, Haddeo, Batherm and Lowman will rise. 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 into 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 16:33
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible overnight Thursday and in to Friday morning.
Heavy rain is forecast to fall in the River Exe area until Friday morning. This will cause water levels in the Rivers Exe, Haddeo, Batherm and Lowman to rise.
The main area of concern is at Bampton, where levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river and around the bridge from the early hours of Friday morning.
We expect rivers to remain high throughout Friday though no flooding to properties is forecast and warnings are not currently expected to be issued.
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 Oct 2021 23:47
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible in the Middle Exe area. Heavy rain has fallen over this area since 8pm today and will continue until the early hours of Thursday 21 October. Flooding will affect low lying land and roads, and areas close to the river. Heavy rainfall will ease into Thursday morning, after which flooding is no longer expected, although there may be standing water for a few days. Please take care and avoid fast flowing water. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message by Thursday afternoon, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jun 2021 17:50
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible from the morning of Monday the 28th June.
The River Exe catchment is forecast to receive heavy rainfall overnight from Sunday into Monday. This is expected to cause the river levels in the area to rise.
Flooding is expected between 3:30am and could potentially continue into early afternoon on Monday. We expect flooding to affect Exebridge, Bolham, Bampton and Tiverton.
Flooding of low lying land in the floodplain and roads close to the river is expected.
River levels are expected to remain higher than normal throughout Monday. 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 in this location. We will update this message when the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 May 2021 12:43
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
The persistent rain across Devon has slowly cleared during Friday morning. Heavy showers are forecast to develop in some locations throughout the afternoon. A band of rain will move across the area late Friday into Saturday morning clearing to leave showers in the afternoon.
River levels are currently steady or falling in most areas, but will remain sensitive to any further rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river is still possible, although no flooding to properties is currently forecast.
Take care near the areas of concern and check 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 13 May 2021 18:23
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible overnight and into Friday morning.
Further heavy showers are forecasted overnight. We expect river levels to remain high overnight and start to fall during Friday morning. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river is possible, although no flooding to properties is forecast.
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 13 May 2021 10:06
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible throughout Thursday.
The heavy and persistent rainfall is expected to continue during Thursday morning with further showers following this afternoon.
We expect river levels to remain high throughout the day with flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river, although no flooding to properties is forecast and warnings are not expected to be issued.
Take care near the areas of concern and check 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 afternoon or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 May 2021 19:14
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible overnight tonight and into Thursday morning.
The heavy and persistent rainfall is expected to continue throughout the night and into Thursday morning. Further scattered showers are forecast throughout the day on Thursday.
We expect river levels to rise overnight with flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river.
River levels will remain high throughout Thursday although no flooding to properties is forecast and warnings are not expected to be issued.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2021 19:19
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible early morning on Monday 22nd February. Heavy rain has fallen throughout Saturday in the middle River Exe area, and further rain is forecast on Sunday evening and overnight through to Monday.
Catchments are already saturated and we expect river levels to remain high. There will likely 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 are ready to respond as required. This message will be updated on Monday afternoon, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2021 14:35
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Rain has continued to fall overnight resulting in river levels remaining higher than normal. A flood alert remains in force due to further rain expected during Saturday 20th February. Showers may continue throughout Saturday and Sunday and we expect the river levels to remain high throughout the weekend. Low lying ground, roads and properties are still at risk of flooding. We are monitoring the situation and we will provide an update on Sunday morning, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2021 11:09
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible on Saturday 20th February. Heavy rainfall has fallen overnight in the Mid Devon area.
Rivers are rising, and there will likely be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river and around bridges. Showers may continue throughout Saturday and Sunday and we expect the river levels to remain high throughout the weekend.
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 Sunday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2021 10:55
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
A flood alert remains in force to reflect continuing high river levels and further rain expected during Tuesday.
The outlook remains unsettled with potential heavy showers forecast. Low lying ground and roads are still at risk of flooding. Further warnings may be required. We are monitoring the situation and will provide an update on Wednesday, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2021 16:11
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible over Monday night and early Tuesday morning.
Heavy showers are expected tonight in the North Devon area. Rivers are expected to rise leading to flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers and around bridges from around 2am on Tuesday.
We expect the rivers to respond to further bands of rain over the next few days, with the potential to keep river levels high. 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 Tuesday, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2021 10:30
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 11:18
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 11:12
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
A flood alert remains in force to reflect continuing high river levels on Friday and into Saturday.
River levels remain high. The outlook remains unsettled with further heavy rain forecast for the next 24 hours. Low lying ground, roads and properties are still at risk of flooding. River levels are expected to remain high into Saturday.
This Flood alert will be updated on Saturday or earlier if conditions change.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 15:09
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible on Thursday night and into Friday.
Over the last 12 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the North Devon area, and we expect further rain over Thursday evening. This will mean river levels will rise and suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers and around bridges from around 7pm on Thursday.
We expect the rivers to respond to further bands of rain over the next few days, with the potential to keep river levels high. 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 Friday, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jan 2021 15:30
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible on Wednesday night and early Thursday morning.
Over the last 12 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the North Devon area. This has meant that 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 around 3am on Thursday.
We expect the rivers to respond to further bands of rain over the next few days, with the potential to keep river levels high. 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 afternoon, or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 11:57
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Rain has been falling over the Middle Exe Area overnight 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 19 Jan 2021 17:07
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible during the evening of Tuesday 19th January and on into the early hours of tomorrow. Rainfall has fallen over the Middle Exe area, which has saturated the catchment. Further rainfall is forecast overnight tonight, and river levels are expected to rise. 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 15 Jan 2021 16:04
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible early Saturday morning, the 16th of January. Heavy rainfall is forecast from late Friday night through to the early hours of Saturday morning. We expect this to cause flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from around 5am on Saturday morning. Property flooding is possible during Saturday morning. We will monitor the situation and issue flood warnings if required. The river will remain high throughout Saturday, take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. Staff are out in the area checking for and clearing blockages. We will update this message on Saturday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2020 10:22
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 16:02
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 14:48
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible across the Middle Exe 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.
We expect the rivers to remain high throughout tomorrow, and there is the possibility for Flood Warnings to be issued.
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 Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 09:57
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible over Wednesday.
Over the last few hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the North Devon area. This has meant that 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 around 11am on Wednesday.
We expect the rivers to remain high throughout Wednesday, 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 20 Dec 2020 11:11
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
The risk of flooding from rivers has now reduced, and river levels in your area are falling and below levels of concern. River levels are still high and rainfall through Sunday night and Monday morning is currently forecast. With catchments wet and rivers high the Environment Agency has kept this Flood Alert in force. This message will be reviewed on Monday 21st December 10am or sooner if conditions change beyond the current forecast.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2020 15:34
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
The risk of flooding from rivers has now reduced, and river levels are falling below levels of concern. River levels to still remain high and as a result this Flood Alert is still in force. Showers may continue throughout Monday and Tuesday but are not expected to cause river levels to rise further. No further flooding to fields and roads is expected, however there may be standing water seen for several days. This message will be updated on Sunday 20th December around 11am
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2020 11:46
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Rain has now cleared catchments in this area and no significant rainfall throughout today, or overnight, is forecasted. River levels still remain high in this area but are expected to peak around midday on Saturday 19th December and to continue to fall for the rest of the day and overnight. The situation is improving and this message will be updated later this afternoon, around 2pm, or sooner if river levels change.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2020 13:22
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 10:21
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 16 Dec 2020 08:38
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible on Wednesday morning.
Over the last 12 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the North Devon area. This has meant that river levels are now rising.
The levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers from around 9am on Wednesday.
We expect the rivers to remain high throughout Wednesday 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 have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Wednesday evening or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 15:05
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible overnight.
A period of heavy rain is forecast to cross the area overnight between midnight and around 5 am.
Rivers are expected to rise to bankfull conditions and from around 3 am there will be some localised flooding to low lying land, roads, cycle paths and footways close to rivers. We expect rivers to remain high throughout Tuesday morning, although 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 have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Tuesday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2020 10:09
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the remainder of the weekend and into Monday. 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 3 Oct 2020 18:48
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Prolonged heavy rainfall is continuing to fall over Exmoor, causing river levels to rise further downstream as water makes its way through the system.
River levels will stay high throughout the weekend.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and will update this message as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2020 20:44
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible in the early hours of Saturday the 3rd of October.
Heavy rainfall is currently passing through Devon, with further rainfall forecast overnight. Rivers are responding quickly and levels will rise throughout Saturday morning. Flooding of low lying land in the floodplain and roads close to the river is expected.
We expect river levels to increase and remain high throughout 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 will update this message as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Aug 2020 19:19
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible overnight tonight and through to the morning of Tuesday 25th August. A band of persistent heavy rainfall is due over the region this evening and overnight. Catchments are wet as a result of rainfall totals over the past few days and river levels are expected to respond to this rainfall. Levels are set to peak in the early morning and stay high for several hours afterwards. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is possible at these times. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the area ready to respond as required. This message will be updated Tuesday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Mar 2020 09:05
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible throughout today, Sunday 15 March. Rain has fallen overnight and is forecast to continue till early afternoon today, causing 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 Monday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2020 15:41
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 5 Mar 2020 16:17
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible on Thursday 5th March into Friday.
There has been heavy rainfall overnight and on Thursday morning. Rain has now cleared the area, however, catchments are still saturated after recent storms, and river levels are expected to remain high. Unsettled conditions are expected to continue into the weekend.
Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river this afternoon and evening. 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 morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Mar 2020 10:34
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible on Thursday 5th March. There has been heavy rainfall overnight and rain is forecast to continue throughout the day. River catchments are still saturated after recent storms, and river levels are beginning to rise.
Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from this morning. We expect the river 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. This message will be updated on Thursday afternoon or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 10:11
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 20:32
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 10:36
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 15:51
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 Exebridge, Bolham, Bampton and Tiverton, 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 14:34
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 Exebridge, Bolham, Bampton and Tiverton, 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 Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 10:02
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 08:03
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 13:24
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible throughout the weekend. There has been heavy rainfall overnight into Saturday and river levels are rising. Specific areas of concern are low lying land and roads close to rivers. Rain is forecast to continue throughout the weekend due to Storm Dennis. The heaviest downpours are forecast throughout Saturday afternoon and from the early hours of Sunday morning. This will cause river levels to remain high throughout the weekend. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are constantly monitoring river levels and we 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 14 Feb 2020 17:17
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible on Friday night and into Saturday.
Heavy rainfall is expected overnight. River levels are likely to respond quickly.
Specific areas of concern are low lying land and roads close to rivers.
Further heavy rain is expected on Saturday with the arrival of Storm Dennis. This is likely to cause increased flooding across the area.
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 12 Feb 2020 16:28
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible on Thursday morning.
Heavy rainfall is expected overnight. 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 Thursday, 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 have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Thursday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2020 16:19
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible on Thursday afternoon and overnight into Friday morning. Over the last 4 hours we have seen heavy rainfall. This has resulted in river levels rising. Further rain is forecast this afternoon with heavy showers following overnight and into Friday. This will cause river levels to remain high in the area. Flooding to low lying land, roads and paths is expected.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing, blockages. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. This message will be updated on Friday morning, or earlier, if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 15:17
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible later this afternoon and into this evening.
The persistent and sometimes heavy rainfall experienced in the River Exe area is expected to continue this afternoon, clearing the area late this evening.
River levels in the area are likely to rise this afternoon and remain high overnight.
This will lead to flooding of low lying land and roads.
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 Wednesday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2019 19:14
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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 24 Dec 2019 15:53
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Over the last 12 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the upper Exe area. This has meant that the River Exe is now rising.
The main areas of concern are at Bampton where levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river and around the bridge from around 4:00pm on Tuesday.
We expect the river to remain high for the remainder of today 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 Wednesday 25/12/19 or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2019 17:36
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible on Saturday evening overnight in to Sunday.
Over the last 48 hours we have seen heavy rainfall across the majority of Devon. This has meant that the River Exe is now rising.
The main areas of concern are at Bampton where levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river and around the bridge from around 6:15pm on Saturday.
We expect the river to remain high throughout today 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 Sunday, 22/12/19 or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2019 18:32
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding to low lying land and roads is possible overnight Friday into Saturday. Over the last 36 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the Mid Devon area, the River Exe and tributaries remain high but levels are beginning to fall.
Flooding is possible around Exebridge, Bolham, Bampton and Tiverton.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation.
Do not walk or drive through flood water. Avoid low lying roads and footpaths, which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Saturday, 21/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2019 10:31
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding to low lying land and roads is possible on Friday. Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the Mid Devon area, the River Exe and tributaries remain high but levels are beginning to fall.
Flooding is possible around Exebridge, Bolham, Bampton and Tiverton,
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation.
Do not walk or drive through flood water. Avoid low lying roads and footpaths, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this evening, 20/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2019 11:42
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
River levels are forecast to rise across Devon as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low-lying land is possible throughout Devon this afternoon and overnight into Friday
Several periods of heavy rain are likely from Thursday afternoon until early Friday. 20mm of rain is likely to accumulate quite widely during this time, with 30mm over some south-facing hills. Overall accumulation of rain on saturated ground means we expect river levels to remain high for the coming days, and flood warnings may be needed.
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, 20 December, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2019 15:29
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
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.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2019 10:01
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible throughout Sunday morning and afternoon.
The weather forecast is for scattered showers on Sunday. As river levels are already high, further rain may result in flooding to low lying land and roads. It is likely that river levels will remain high over this time. We are constantly monitoring river levels and this message will be updated on Monday or earlier if the situation changes. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2019 15:07
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible this evening and overnight.
The weather forecast is for potentially heavy showers this evening and overnight, with showers throughout the day on Sunday 15th December. As river levels are already high, further rain may result in flooding to low lying land and roads. It is likely that river levels will remain high over this time. We are constantly monitoring river levels and this message will be updated on Sunday or earlier if the situation changes. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2019 15:00
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible this evening and overnight.
The weather forecast is for a band of potentially heavy showers tonight, with showers throughout the day on Saturday 14th December. As river levels are already high, further rain may result in flooding to low lying land and roads. The weather is expected to be unsettled for the weekend. It is likely that river levels will remain high over this time. We are constantly monitoring river levels and this message will be updated on Saturday or earlier if the situation changes. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2019 10:16
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible today and overnight.
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall over Mid and East Devon. This has resulted in river levels rising.
Further rain is forecast during Saturday and overnight into Sunday. This will cause river levels to remain high in the area.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
This message will be updated on Saturday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2019 13:19
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible today and overnight.
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall over the middle Exe area of Devon.
This has meant that the Rivers Exe, Batherm, Lowman and Haddeo are now rising. River levels will remain high and flooding to low lying land and roads is likely.
Further rain is forecast during the rest of Friday and overnight. This will cause river levels to rise again with further flooding expected in the area.
We are constantly 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.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2019 15:53
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible during the evening of 14th November and in the early hours of the 15th November.
The River Exe catchment has received heavy rain in the past 24 hours, and further showers are forecast throughout today and tomorrow. River catchments are wet and responding quickly to rainfall. This is expected to cause the river levels in the Middle Exe area to rise, peaking overnight. Flooding of low lying land in the floodplain and roads close to the river is expected.
We expect the river to remain high overnight tonight. 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 in this location. We will update this message on Friday morning, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Nov 2019 18:58
River Exe, River Batherm, River Lowman, River Haddeo
Flooding is possible from this evening through to Monday morning.
Persistent rainfall is expected overnight and this will cause river levels to rise.
Current forecast suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river 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 have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated if the situation changes.