Flood Warning Info - Lower Stour from Sturminster Marshall to Christchurch
Area Description
Farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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There are no Flood Warnings currently in force for this area. See below for historical flood warnings.
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2025 21:02
River Stour
River levels continue to rise on the Lower Dorset Stour from Sturminster Marshall to Christchurch. Flooding is expected and areas at risk include the farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch. This means properties are at risk of flooding. Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Please avoid walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. We will continue to monitor the situation and this message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 26/02/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Jan 2025 11:08
River Stour
High river levels are continuing to cause flooding. Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
Further light rainfall is forecast overnight. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 31/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Jan 2025 13:16
River Stour
High river levels are continuing to cause flooding. Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the afternoon and into the evening. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 30/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Jan 2025 12:54
River Stour
High river levels are are continuing to cause flooding. Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening and overnight. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 1:30 PM on 29/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Jan 2025 20:33
River Stour
High river levels are causing flooding throughout the evening. Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening and overnight. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 1:30 PM on 28/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Jan 2025 10:48
River Stour
Rising river levels are causing flooding throughout the morning. Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the afternoon but no further flooding is expected. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 5:30 PM on 27/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Jan 2025 12:34
River Stour
High river levels are expected to cause flooding this afternoon and evening. Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Don't put yourself or others at risk. Activate any property flood protection products you may have.
This message will be updated by 12:00 PM on 09/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Jan 2025 18:26
River Stour
High river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening. Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Don't put yourself or others at risk. Activate any property flood protection products you may have.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 08/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Jan 2025 14:35
River Stour
High river levels are expected to cause flooding this afternoon. Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels. Weather conditions are expected to improve this afternoon.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Don't put yourself or others at risk.
Activate any property flood protection products you may have.
This message will be updated by 6:00 PM on 07/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2025 15:34
River Stour
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding today and into tomorrow. Flooding is expected from 6:00 AM on 06/01/2025. Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Further flooding is expected this evening as river levels are high and forecast to rise further due to rainfall.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Don't put yourself or others at risk.
Activate any property flood protection products you may have.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 07/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2025 05:10
River Stour
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this morning. Flooding is expected from 6:00 AM on 06/01/2025. Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 06/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Nov 2024 11:12
River Stour
River levels on the lower stour remain high. Levels are now receeding to a level where water is no longer threatening park homes. However water may remain around properties for some time.
Flooding is expected to affect locations near the Lower Dorset Stour, Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
No further rain is forecast until 01/12/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 11:00 AM on 29/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Nov 2024 13:03
River Stour
River levels on the lower stour remain high. Levels are now receeding to a level where water is no longer threatening park homes. Water may remain around properties for some time.
Flooding is expected to affect locations near the Lower Dorset Stour, Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
No further rain is forecast until 29/11/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 11:00 AM on 28/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Nov 2024 12:46
River Stour
River levels are very slowly falling at the Throop and Iford gauges.
Flooding is expected to affect locations near the Lower Dorset Stour, Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
Weather conditions are expected to be dry today with between 10-15mm of rain expected overnight tonight. River levels may remain above the Flood Warning threshold for some time.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 11:00 AM on 27/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Nov 2024 14:31
River Stour
Rising river levels are rising and expected to cause flooding this evening from 6:00 PM on 24/11/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Lower Dorset Stour, Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
Weather conditions are expected to be dry today and tomorrow but river levels may remain above the Flood Warning threshold for some time.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 11:00 AM on 26/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Nov 2024 18:19
River Stour
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening from 6:00 PM on 24/11/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Lower Dorset Stour, Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
Weather conditions are expected to improve tomorrow but river levels may remain above the Flood Warning threshold for some time.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 11:00 AM on 25/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Oct 2024 11:55
River Stour
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this afternoon.
Flooding is expected from 12:00 noon on 11/10/2024.
Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
Further flooding is expected this afternoon as river levels are rising due to previous days rainfall.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 12/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Oct 2024 09:41
River Stour
A Flood Warning is still in force for the area, meaning properties remain at risk of flooding. Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
Weather conditions are expected to improve throughout the morning. River levels have peaked, but remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 7:00 PM on 03/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Oct 2024 19:01
River Stour
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening. Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch. We are expecting river levels to rise further by a couple of centimetres and peak around 21:00 this evening. We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9:30 AM on 03/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Mar 2024 16:43
River Stour
River levels are now falling steadily on the Lower Dorset Stour, Middle Dorset Stour.
Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/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.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 01/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Mar 2024 16:11
River Stour
River levels remain high on the Lower Dorset Stour, Middle Dorset Stour due to recent heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
No further rainfall is forecast.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 31/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Mar 2024 04:09
River Stour
River levels are forecast to rise on the Lower Dorset Stour, Middle Dorset Stour due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
Further rainfall is forecast this morning.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 30/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Mar 2024 19:04
River Stour
River levels continue to rise on the Lower Dorset Stour from Sturminster Marshall to Christchurch. Flooding is expected and areas at risk include the farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch. 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. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. We will continue to monitor the forecast and this message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 05/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Feb 2024 01:04
River Stour
River levels will rise on the Lower Dorset Stour, Middle Dorset Stour due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
Flooding is forecast to affect farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch from 3:00 AM on 19/02/2024.
No further rainfall is forecast.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 20/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2024 09:13
River Stour
River levels have risen on the Middle and Lower Dorset Stour due rainfall over the last few days. River levels are rising at the Throop gauging station. No further heavy rainfall is expected but the levels will remain above the Flood Warning threshold for some time. Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch. 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 4:00pm on 08/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 09:38
River Stour
River levels have risen on the Middle and Lower Dorset Stour due rainfall over the last few days. River levels have peaked at the Throop gauging station and are falling. However we are expecting further heavy rainfall this afternoon and the levels will remain above the Flood Warning threshold for some time. Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch. 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 4:00pm on 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Jan 2024 15:58
River Stour
River levels have risen on the Middle and Lower Dorset Stour due to recent rainfall. River levels appear to have peaked at the Throop gauging station and should soon start to fall. However the levels will remain above the Flood Warning threshold for some time. Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch. 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 4:00pm on 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Jan 2024 22:55
River Stour
River levels are rising on the Lower Dorset Stour, Middle Dorset Stour due to rainfall.
Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight.
River levels are rising.
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 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Dec 2023 15:08
River Stour
A flood warning has been issued. River levels are expected to rise in the Lower Stour overnight on Saturday and into Sunday following Friday’s overnight rainfall and will remain high on the Lower Dorset Stour from Sturminster Marshall to Christchurch. Flooding is expected and areas at risk include the farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch. 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. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. We will continue to monitor the forecast and this message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Dec 2023 10:28
River Stour
A flood warning has been issued. A flood warning has been issued. River levels are stable but remain high on the Lower Dorset Stour from Sturminster Marshall to Christchurch. Flooding is expected and areas at risk include the farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch. 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. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. We are expecting further rain on Saturday and a response to rain on Thursday. We will continue to monitor the forecast and this message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 7 Dec 2023 11:40
River Stour
A flood warning has been issued. River levels are stable but remain high on the Lower Dorset Stour from Sturminster Marshall to Christchurch. Flooding is expected and areas at risk include the farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch. 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. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. We will continue to monitor the forecast and this message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 08/12/2023, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 5 Dec 2023 08:08
River Stour
River levels continue to rise on the Lower Dorset Stour from Sturminster Marshall to Christchurch. Flooding is expected and areas at risk include the farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch. 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. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. We will continue to monitor the forecast and this message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 07/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Nov 2023 01:43
River Stour
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.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Jan 2023 04:32
River Stour
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.
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 Warning issued on 14 Jan 2023 13:03
River Stour
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.
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 Warning issued on 20 Dec 2022 15:17
River Stour
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.
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 Warning issued on 2 Nov 2021 16:54
River Stour
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Lower Dorset Stour.
Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
River levels are expected to remain high and flooding of properties will continue.
No further rainfall is forecast.
River levels are rising at the Throop and Iford Bridge gauge.
We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this warning if necessary.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 03/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Nov 2021 13:12
River Stour
River levels are remaining high on the Lower Dorset Stour, Middle Dorset Stour.
Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
River levels are expected to remain high today Tuesday and flooding of properties may continue.
The forecast is dry for the next 24 hours.
River levels are expected to remain high, but the risk of flooding to properties remains.
We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this warning if necessary.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 02/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Nov 2021 17:23
River Stour
River levels are rising steadily on the Lower Dorset Stour, Middle Dorset Stour.
Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
Flooding is expected to occur downstream towards Christchurch in the early hours of Tuesday.
River levels are expected to remain high.
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 02/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Nov 2021 10:59
River Stour
River levels are remaining high on the Lower Dorset Stour, Middle Dorset Stour.
Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
River levels are expected to remain high this morning and flooding of properties may continue.
No further rainfall is forecast for 24 hours.
River levels will start to fall, but the risk of flooding to properties remains.
We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities.
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.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 01/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Nov 2021 06:10
River Stour
River levels are rising steadily on the Lower Dorset Stour, Middle Dorset Stour.
Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
Flooding is expected to occur at Corfe Mullen and Cowgrove this morning, moving downstream towards Christchurch in the early hours of Tuesday.
River levels are expected to remain high.
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 01/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Oct 2021 01:05
River Stour
River levels are rising on the Lower Dorset Stour,
Areas most at risk include farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
Flooding of property is expected from 04:00 AM on 22/10/2021.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
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 22/10/2021, or as the situation changes.