Flood Alert Info - River Teign area
Area Description
Rivers Teign, Bovey and Lemon and coastal streams from Babbacombe to Kenton.
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
Number of historic Flood Alerts that have previously been recorded for this area:
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 16:15
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Sunday morning.
There has recently been heavy rainfall in the River Teign area. This has meant that the River Teign is expected to rise.
There will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from early Sunday morning.
We expect the river to remain high throughout Sunday.
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 or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 15:04
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 15:08
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Wednesday following overnight and early morning rain, with further spells of heavy rain forecast until Wednesday evening.
Following prolonged rainfall, catchments are wet. Rivers are expected to remain high leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads until Wednesday evening.
Some areas may see surface water flooding.
Weather conditions are expected to improve from Wednesday evening 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 15 Oct 2024 16:40
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible overnight tonight (Tuesday 15th October) and into Wednesday morning.
Heavy rainfall this evening and overnight tonight in the River Teign area is expected to cause the River Teign and its tributaries to rise, which could cause flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river.
We expect rivers to remain high throughout Wednesday with further rainfall expected 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 Wednesday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Oct 2024 17:41
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible in the early hours of Monday morning.
Heavy rainfall is due overnight tonight (Sunday 13th October) in the River Teign 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 Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible tonight Monday 08/07/2024. Heavy rainfall is forecast overnight in the River Teign 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 08:14
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Thursday morning 02/05/2024. Heavy rainfall overnight and this morning has caused river levels to rise in the River Teign area 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 as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Apr 2024 15:49
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
This alert is issued based upon a forecast.
Flooding is possible during the early hours of Friday 5th April.
During Thursday evening and overnight in to Friday, heavy rainfall of up to 25mm is forecast to fall in the River Teign area. This will cause the River Teign to rise.
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 afternoon or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 2 Apr 2024 19:13
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Tuesday evening.
Heavy rainfall in the River Teign area throughout Tuesday is causing rivers to rise, with flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river possible.
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 Wednesday 3rd April or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Mar 2024 19:07
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible overnight Saturday and into Sunday. Heavy rainfall is forecast for tonight in the River Teign area. This is expected to cause river levels in the area to rise with flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers 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, 31/03/2024, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2024 12:35
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Thursday.
Heavy rainfall overnight and throughout this morning has fallen in the River Teign area. This has caused water levels in the River Teign and its tributaries to rise with flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers 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 Friday 29th March or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2024 13:49
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding remains possible throughout today, Sunday 10th March. River levels in the River Teign area remain high after recent heavy rainfall. Further heavy showers are forecast today. 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. This message will be updated on Monday 11th March, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2024 13:57
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Saturday evening and throughout Sunday.
Persistent rainfall in the River Teign catchment today and overnight will lead to rising river levels.
Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from around 8pm today, with rivers reaching their highest levels between 7am and 8am tomorrow morning.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and will issue further flood warning if required. This message will be updated on Sunday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Mar 2024 16:52
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Monday afternoon.
The band of heavy rain experienced in the River Teign catchment has already cleared however showers are still forecast until around 7pm tonight. This means that that the rivers in the area are now rising.
Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from around 5pm today, with rivers reaching their highest levels between 7pm and 8pm tonight.
We expect river levels to remain high throughout today and into Tuesday morning.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and will issue further flood warning if required. This message will be updated on Tuesday afternoon or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2024 15:41
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible in the early hours of Friday morning.
We are forecasting heavy rainfall in the River Teign 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 25 Feb 2024 11:46
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Sunday afternoon, 25/02/2024.
Heavy rainfall has fallen and is continuing to fall in the River Teign area. This has meant that the river levels are rising in response to the heavy rainfall.
We expect the river to remain high throughout today and overnight.
Take care near areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and will be update this message if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 16:29
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 Teign 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 21 Jan 2024 15:49
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
River levels are forecast to rise in the river Teign area due to the rainfall associated with Storm Isha. Flooding is possible from 21:00 on 21/01/2024.
River levels suggest that there will be minor 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.
River levels will remain high overnight and into Monday morning. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated in the morning on 22/01/2024, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 13:59
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 River Teign 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 16:31
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible from this afternoon, Wednesday 03/01/24. Over the last week we have seen heavy rain fall across Devon, and further spells of rain, which may be heavy in places are expected to continue. This means that river levels in the River Teign 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 Thursday 04/01/24, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 16:50
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 River Teign 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. 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 Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 River Teign 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. 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 Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding remains possible throughout today, Sunday 31/12/23. River levels in the River Teign area 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 in the River Teign area 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 Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 Teign 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 Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding remains possible throughout today, Thursday 28th December. River levels on the River Teign area 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 Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible from the afternoon of Wednesday 27th December.
Overnight and today we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Teign area. This has meant that the River Teign 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 8 Dec 2023 16:42
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible overnight Friday (8th December) and through Saturday (9th December).
Rivers remain high after the recent rainfall and another band of rain will fall overnight tonight and into tomorrow causing rivers 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. Do not walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated on Saturday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 16:06
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible throughout Thursday afternoon, overnight and into Friday.
Over the past few days, we have seen heavy rainfall across Devon. Rain is now clearing the area but river levels will remain high overnight.
The main areas of concern are Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton, Teignmouth, Shaldon, Bovey Tracey, Kingskerswell, Dawlish and Dawlish Warren. 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 on Friday or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2023 16:51
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible overnight on Wednesday and throughout Thursday.
Widespread heavy rainfall is forecast overnight across Devon. This will cause rivers in the area to rise.
The main areas of concern are Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton, Teignmouth, Shaldon, Bovey Tracey, Kingskerswell, Dawlish and Dawlish Warren. River levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers.
River levels will remain high and further rain forecast for Thursday is likely to cause river levels to rise further. Possible flood warnings may be required.
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 or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Dec 2023 15:26
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible from the early hours on Monday morning.
Heavy rainfall overnight is causing the River Teign to rise.
The main areas of concern are Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton, Teignmouth, Shaldon, Bovey Tracey, Kingskerswell, Dawlish and Dawlish Warren.
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 15 Nov 2023 17:28
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton, Teignmouth, Shaldon, Bovey Tracey, Kingskerswell, Dawlish and Dawlish Warren. 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 13 Nov 2023 10:41
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 close to Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton, Teignmouth, Shaldon, Bovey Tracey, Kings kerswell, Dawlish and Dawlish Warren 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 10:31
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
River levels remain high following recent rainfall. Unsettled weather is forecast to continue with heavy and persistent rain over Sunday night, bringing a further 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 to low lying land and roads close to Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton, Teignmouth, Shaldon, Bovey Tracey, Kings kerswell, Dawlish and Dawlish Warren 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 Monday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Nov 2023 17:52
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible overnight on Saturday, and into Sunday.
Recent rainfall falling on already saturated catchments in the River Teign area, has meant that the River Teign is now rising. We expect the river to remain high throughout Sunday, though no flooding to properties is forecast and flood warnings are not expected to be issued.
We expect flooding to affect Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton, Teignmouth, Shaldon, Bovey Tracey, Kings kerswell, Dawlish and Dawlish Warren, where levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads, close to the river around 3am on Sunday morning.
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 if and when the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2023 16:31
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 1 Nov 2023 16:09
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 17 Sep 2023 14:13
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 29 Mar 2023 17:01
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 11 Jan 2023 14:17
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 11:11
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
The heavy rainfall has now passed over the county, however showers are expected in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
We expect the rivers to remain high throughout Monday and then rise again after the rainfall.
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 around midday on Tuesday 10th or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2023 10:30
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
The heavy rainfall has now passed over the county, however showers are expected to continue throughout Sunday.
We expect the rivers to remain high throughout the day.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are constantly monitoring river levels and will have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages. This message will be updated by midday on Monday 9th January or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2023 18:51
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 16:13
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 3 Jan 2023 17:00
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flood alert for the River Teign area
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 31 Dec 2022 15:16
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flood alert for River Teign Area
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 28 Dec 2022 15:43
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Wednesday evening and into Thursday.
Heavy rainfall has been falling in the Dartmoor area. This has caused water levels in the River Teign, Bovey and Lemon to rise.
Flooding to low lying land and roads is expected and we also expect the rivers to remain high and will remain sensitive to further rainfall. We may issue Flood Warnings as necessary.
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 on the afternoon of Thursday 29 December 2022, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2022 15:38
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Tuesday evening and into Wednesday.
Throughout Tuesday afternoon heavy rainfall has been falling in the Dartmoor area and is forecast to continue for the next couple of days. This will cause water levels in the River Teign to rise.
Flooding to low lying land and roads is expected and we also expect the rivers to remain high throughout the early part of this week and will remain sensitive to further rainfall. We may issue Flood Warnings as necessary.
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 on the afternoon of Wednesday 28 December 2022, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2022 15:32
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Monday evening (19/12/2022) and overnight into Tuesday.
Following heavy rainfall over the last 24 hours, further spells of rain, heavy at times, are expected through the rest of Monday, overnight, and into Tuesday. River levels will remain high throughout the early part of this week and will be extremely sensitive to further rainfall.
We may issue Flood Warnings as necessary.
Flooding to low lying land and roads is expected.
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.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2022 13:58
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Sunday evening and overnight into Monday morning.
Throughout Sunday 18 December 2022 heavy rainfall has been falling in the River Teign area and is forecast to continue for the next couple of days.
Flooding to low lying land and roads is expected.
We expect the rivers to remain high throughout the early part of this week and will remain sensitive to further rainfall. We may issue Flood Warnings as necessary.
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 on the afternoon of Monday 19 December 2022 or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2022 23:14
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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. 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 23 Nov 2022 16:12
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 17:48
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 12:12
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 13:31
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 8 Nov 2022 11:18
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Heavy rainfall overnight has caused rivers to rise and further intense showers are expected today. River levels are expected to remain high throughout the day and fall slowly overnight into Wednesday 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 Wednesday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2022 15:43
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 12 Mar 2022 15:45
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible Saturday evening, 12th March, through to Sunday morning. Heavy rainfall is forecast this evening and this will cause river levels to rise in the River Teign area.
Current forecast suggests that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. We expect river levels to remain high overnight 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 on Sunday afternoon, 13th March, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2022 15:05
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible during Sunday afternoon 13/02/2022. Heavy rainfall this morning and overnight in the River Teign area is causing river levels to rise.
Bankfull conditions are expected with some localised riverside low lying land and roads flooding from 3:30pm on Sunday afternoon.
We expect the river to remain high throughout Sunday afternoon with further scattered showers expected 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 on Monday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2021 17:23
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Following overnight rain and further rain falling throughout today river levels are continuing to steadily rise on the River Teign and its tributaries.
Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river this evening 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 31 Oct 2021 14:45
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible overnight Sunday into Monday. Over the last 72 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Teign area and further heavy showers are expected. This will mean that the River Teign and its tributaries will remain high. Levels suggest that there will continue to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. We expect rivers 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 on Monday afternoon or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Oct 2021 14:40
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible overnight Saturday into Sunday. Over the last 48 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Teign area and further rain is expected. This will mean that the River Teign and its tributaries 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 Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible overnight Friday in to Saturday. Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Teign area and further rain is expected. This will mean that the River Teign and its tributaries 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 in to Saturday. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Saturday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2021 16:31
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Thursday evening and overnight into Friday morning.
Heavy rainfall is forecast to fall in the River Teign area until early Friday morning. This will cause water levels in the River Teign and its tributaries to rise.
Bankfull conditions are expected with some localised riverside field flooding from 6:45pm on Thursday.
We expect the rivers to remain high throughout Friday with further rainfall expected from Friday evening.
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 afternoon or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2021 16:58
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Wednesday evening.
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Teign area. This has meant that the River Teign is now rising and there is likely to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast between 8pm until midnight tonight (Wednesday 20 October). We expect river levels to remain high overnight though no flooding to properties is forecast and warnings are not expected to be issued.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and will update this message by Thursday afternoon (21 October) or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jun 2021 21:14
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible in the morning of Monday the 28th June.
Heavy rainfall on southern Dartmoor over the last 12 hours has caused river levels to rise.
Flooding is expected between 2:45am and 5:45am on Monday. We expect flooding to affect low lying land in the floodplain and roads close to the river in the following areas Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton, Teignmouth, Shaldon, Bovey Tracey, Kingskerswell, Dawlish and Dawlish Warren .
Further showery rain is forecast through until Tuesday. River levels are expected to remain higher than normal throughout this period. Please take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels. We will update this message when the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 May 2021 19:26
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible over Sunday evening.
Over the last 6 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Teign area.
Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from around 7:30pm on Sunday evening.
We expect the river to remain high throughout the evening 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 Monday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 May 2021 10:02
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Heavy showers will develop widely on Monday. 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 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 earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 May 2021 16:38
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Sunday afternoon and evening. Over the last 12 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Teign area. This has meant that the Rivers Teign and Bovey are now rising. Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and cycle paths, footpaths and roads close to the river, including Teigngrace Road and Summer Lane.
We expect the rivers to remain high on Sunday evening 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 Monday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 May 2021 18:25
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 17:15
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible across the River Teign area today, Sunday 21st February, and overnight into Monday morning.
Rain is continuing to fall over the area and river levels remain high. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is expected.
Further rainfall is forecast in this area until Monday afternoon, therefore river levels are expected to remain high.
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 21 Feb 2021 11:10
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible across the River Teign area today, Sunday 20th February, and overnight into Saturday morning. Rain is continuing to fall over the area river levels remain high. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is expected. Further rainfall is forecast in this area until Monday afternoon, therefore river levels are expected to remain high.
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 Saturday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2021 14:34
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 19 Feb 2021 10:57
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible across the River Teign area today, Friday 19th February, and overnight into Saturday morning. Rain is continuing to fall over the area and will cause river levels to rise. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is expected. Further rainfall is forecast in this area over the next few days, therefore river levels are expected to remain high. Flood Warnings may be required.
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 Saturday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2021 13:03
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible across the River Teign area this afternoon and into the evening of Wednesday 17th February. Catchments are wet and forecast rain will cause river levels to rise. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is expected. Further rainfall is forecast in this area over the next few days, therefore river levels are expected to remain high.
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 Thursday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2021 16:33
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible across the River Teign area on Sunday 14th February and overnight into Monday 15th February. River levels are starting to rise following the rainfall today. A frontal system will bring heavy rain later this afternoon and into this evening. This will cause river levels to rise further and flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is expected. 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 15th February or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 11:01
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
A flood alert remains in force to reflect continuing high river levels and further rain expected during Saturday.
The outlook remains unsettled with potential heavy showers forecast for South and East Devon. Low lying ground, roads and properties are still at risk of flooding. Further warnings may be required. 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 15:30
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible overnight, into early Saturday morning. Heavy rainfall is expected overnight in the Dartmoor area. Rivers are expected to rise, and there will likely be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river.
No flooding to properties is currently 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 are ready to respond as required.
This message will be updated on Saturday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 08:26
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible today, Wednesday 20th January, starting this morning. Rain has been falling over the River Teign area overnight and is forecast to continue throughout the day. River levels are rising and Flood Warnings may be required. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is expected
Rainfall is forecast to continue throughout today, 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 afternoon or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2020 10:19
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 16:03
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 14:59
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible across the River Teign 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 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 Sunday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 16:22
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible over Wednesday night.
Over the last few hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the Dartmoor area. This has meant that the River Teign is now rising.
The levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers and around bridges from 8pm on Wednesday.
We expect the rivers to remain high overnight into Thursday, there is possibility for further heavy rain, and the possibility of further flood warnings to be issued. We will update the situation as it changes.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the area checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated on Thursday or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2020 11:11
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 15:33
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 18 Dec 2020 13:22
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 10:22
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 15 Dec 2020 15:09
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Wednesday morning.
Over the next 24 hours heavy rainfall is predicted in the South Devon area. This will cause the River Teign to rise.
The levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers and around bridges from around 9am on Wednesday.
We expect the river 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 15:04
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 31 Oct 2020 17:39
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy and prolonged rainfall in the River Teign area and river levels are high. There is likely to be flooding of low lying land and roads close to rivers. We expect river levels to remain high overnight. Further rain is forecast overnight and throughout Sunday, which may cause river levels to rise again. 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 midday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2020 15:37
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible this afternoon.
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Teign area. This has meant that the River Teign is now rising.
Levels suggest that there will be bankfull conditions with some localised riverside flooding, including roads, cycle paths and footpaths.
We expect the river to remain high for the rest of the afternoon 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 Saturday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2020 15:42
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 7 Mar 2020 16:41
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible overnight on Saturday the 7th of March into Sunday. Rain is forecast overnight and as river catchments are still saturated after recent storms, 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 Sunday morning. We expect the river to remain high throughout Sunday.
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 5 Mar 2020 16:17
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 09:18
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 29 Feb 2020 20:26
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 10:44
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 15:48
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton, Teignmouth, Shaldon, Bovey Tracey, Kingskerswell, Dawlish and Dawlish Warren, 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 19 Feb 2020 10:46
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
The recent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis has now cleared the area, however river levels remain high. Specific areas of concern are low lying land and roads close to rivers. Rain showers are forecast to continue throughout Wednesday afternoon and into Thursday. This will cause river levels to remain high until Sunday. 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 when the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 16:28
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Monday and Tuesday. The heavy rainfall over the weekend associated with Storm Dennis has now cleared the area but river levels remain high. Specific areas of concern are low lying land and roads close to rivers. Rain showers are forecast to continue throughout Monday, with further rain forecast on Tuesday. This will cause river levels to remain high into Tuesday. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are constantly monitoring river levels and this message will be updated on Tuesday or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 10:03
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Sunday into Monday. Heavy rain has fallen over the last 48 hours and river levels remain high. Specific areas of concern are low lying land and roads close to rivers. Heaviest rain has cleared this area but rain showers are forecast for the next few days. This will cause river levels to remain high into Monday. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions. We are constantly monitoring river levels and this message will be updated on Monday or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 07:44
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 13:44
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 will issue flood warnings where they are required. 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 17:19
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 13 Feb 2020 20:28
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Rainfall throughout the day has kept river levels high. This alert will remain in place overnight and will be updated Friday morning.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 16:27
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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. A flood warning may subsequently be issued, please remain alert for possible further messages.
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 9 Feb 2020 17:56
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible during the evening of Sunday the 9th of February. Throughout the afternoon we have seen heavy rainfall across Dartmoor and South Devon. This has meant that the River Teign is now rising.
Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from around 6.30pm.
We expect the river to remain high throughout the night 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 Monday or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2020 14:44
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
The risk of flooding has now reduced. River levels remain high, but are beginning to slowly fall. The forecast is for showers on Friday, with predominantly dry and settled weather over the weekend and this will see the river levels continue to decrease. However, there may be standing water seen for several days. This message will be updated on Saturday.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2020 13:50
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Thursday afternoon and overnight into Friday morning. Over the last 4 hours we have seen heavy rainfall over South Devon. 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 in the River Teign area is expected from around 2pm today.
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 12:20
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Tuesday afternoon and throughout the night into Wednesday morning.
We are going to see further rainfall in the River Teign area this afternoon and evening and so the Teign and its tributaries will remain high.
Flooding to low lying land, roads and paths within the River Teign area is expected from around 4pm today and there is a possibility that we may issue a flood warning overnight tonight.
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 morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Jan 2020 16:13
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Monday afternoon, and also Tuesday afternoon and evening.
We are going to see further rainfall in the River Teign area and so the Teign and its tributaries will continue to rise.
The main areas of concern are Bickington and Teigngrace, where there may be flooding to low lying land, roads and paths close to the rivers from around 6pm on Monday.
We expect the river to remain high throughout today and tonight.
A second area of frontal rain is expected tomorrow afternoon and evening which will cause rivers in the Teign area to rise again.
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 Dec 2019 13:18
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible on Saturday afternoon leading in to Sunday morning. River levels remain high and ground is saturated following rain over the last few days. A band of heavy rain is forecast on Saturday afternoon which may lead to flooding of low lying land and roads on Saturday and Sunday. A further band of rain is forecast to move across the region on Monday afternoon.
Flooding is possible around Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton and Bovey Tracey.
Take care near the areas of concern and be aware of your local weather conditions. Avoid walking and driving through floodwater. We are monitoring river levels and our staff have been checking for and clearing blockages in the area. This message will be updated on Sunday morning or earlier if the situation changes. River levels can be viewed on the Gov.uk website.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2019 18:33
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 Dartmoor area, the River Teign remains high but levels are beginning to fall.
Flooding is possible around Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton and Bovey Tracey.
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 Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding to low lying land and roads is possible on Friday. Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the Dartmoor area, the River Teign remains high but levels are beginning to fall.
Flooding is possible around Newton Abbot, Kingsteignton and Bovey Tracey.
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 11:41
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 30 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, 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 15:30
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
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 24 Nov 2019 16:15
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible overnight into Monday morning.
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 overnight into Monday morning. This will cause river levels to remain high in the area.
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 morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2019 09:35
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible throughout Sunday and into Monday.
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall over mid and east Devon. This has resulted in high river levels.
Further rain is forecast for Sunday late afternoon and evening. This will cause river levels to remain high in the area.
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 Nov 2019 17:59
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible overnight into Sunday morning.
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 overnight into Sunday morning. This will cause river levels to remain high in the area.
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 morning, or earlier, if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2019 10:34
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible today and overnight.
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall over south 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 13:25
River Teign, River Bovey, River Lemon, River Kenn
Flooding is possible today and overnight.
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall over south Devon.
This has meant that the Rivers Teign, Bovey, Lemon and Aller Brook 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.