Properties in Southgate and Newtown in Beaminster.
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Number of historic Flood Warnings that have previously been recorded for this area.
River Brit
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today. Flooding is expected on 27 January 2026 . Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Brit, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around properties in Southgate and Newtown in Beaminster. Heavy rain has caused rapid river rise in the catchment. levels are expected to remain elevated for the next 12 hours. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Start acting on your flood plan if you have one . This message will be updated by 3:00PM on 27 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
River Brit
Heavy Rainfall is expected to cause flooding this afternoon. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Brit, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around properties in Southgate and Newtown in Beaminster. Flooding is expected throughout the rest of Thursday 18th December as river levels continue to rise due to rainfall. Act on your flood plan now, if you have one. Please do not walk, cycle or drive through flood water, as it may contain hidden dangers. This message will be updated by 7:00 PM on the 18th December 2025, or as the situation changes.
River Brit
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this morning. Flooding is expected on 09 December 2025 due to heavy rainfall overnight. River levels are rising rapidly in the River Brit due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are at Newtown and the Southgate Old Mill area Beaminster. Flooding of property is possible. Rainfall is expected to continue throughout Tuesday but for weather conditions to improve from Wednesday. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Move family, pets and cars to safety and turn off gas, electricity and water if it is safe to do so and activate any flood protection products you may have. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 09 December 2025 or as the situation changes.
River Brit
Rising river levels are causing flooding throughout the morning. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Brit. Areas most at risk include properties in Southgate and Newtown in Beaminster. Further flooding is expected throughout the morning as river levels are rising rapidly due to heavy rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation and checking flood defences. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Activate any property flood protection products you may have. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Stay away from floodwater - it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals. Don't put yourself or others at risk. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 27/02/2025, or as the situation changes.
River Brit
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding overnight. Flooding is expected from 10:45 PM on 26/01/2025. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Brit, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around properties in Southgate and Newtown in Beaminster. Further heavy rainfall is forecast overnight. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and liaising with emergency services and local authorities. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Please do not drive through floodwater as bow waves may affect adjacent properties. Don't put yourself or others at risk. This message will be updated by 3:00 PM on 27/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
River Brit
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding. Flooding is expected from 12:30 PM on 23/01/2025. Areas most at risk include properties in Southgate and Newtown in Beaminster. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Brit, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around properties in Southgate and Newtown in Beaminster. Weather conditions are expected to improve this afternoon and no further flooding is expected. We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Please do not drive through floodwater as bow waves may affect adjacent properties. Stay away from floodwater - it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 24/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
River Brit
Due to prolonged heavy rainfall, rising river levels are expected to cause flooding overnight. Flooding is expected from 12:30 AM on 24/11/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Brit, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around properties in Southgate and Newtown in Beaminster. Further rainfall is forecast overnight tonight and tomorrow. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Please consider activating any property flood protection products and start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Move family, pets and cars to safety and turn off gas, electricity and water if it is safe to do so. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 24/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
River Brit
River levels are rising rapidly in the River Brit due tonights heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are at Newtown and the Southgate Old Mill area Beaminster. Flooding of property is possible. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 30/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
River Brit
River levels are rising on the River Brit due to heavy rainfall. This Flood Warning has been issued because flooding is expected this afternoon on 07/12/2023 between 11:30 AM and 01:00 PM. Further rain this afternoon is expected to cause the river level to rise overnight peaking at 07:00 AM on 08/12/2023. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Brit, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties in Southgate and Newtown in Beaminster. Flooding is affecting properties in Southgate and Newtown in Beaminster from 11:30 AM on 07/12/2023. Further heavy rainfall is forecast this afternoon. River levels are rising. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary. We will continue to work with emergency services and local authorities and to keep closely monitoring the situation. 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 by 10:00 AM on 08/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
River Brit
River levels are rising rapidly on the River Brit due to tonights heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are at Newtown and the Southgate Old Mill area. Flooding of property is possible between 03:00 AM and 10:00 AM on 04/12/2023. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 05/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
River Brit
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding. Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
River Brit
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding. Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
River Brit
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding. Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
River Brit
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the River Brit due to rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Brit, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties in Southgate and Newtown in Beaminster. River levels are expected to remain high until 19/12/2022. Further rainfall is forecast overnight. We will continue to monitor levels closely. 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 by 10:00 AM on 19/12/2022, or as the situation changes.
River Brit
River levels are high and rising on the River Brit due to the heavy rainfall this evening. Flooding is forecast to affect locations on the River Brit at Newtown, Southgate Old Mill and Beaminster. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this Warning if necessary. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. People in this area should take action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 27/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
River Brit
River levels are rising rapidly on the River Brit and rainfall will continue until 01:00 AM on 21/10/2021 Areas most at risk are at Newtown and the Southgate Old Mill area. Flooding of property is possible between 10:00 PM and 03:00 AM on 21/10/2021. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 21/10/2021, or as the situation changes.