Flood Warning Info - Rivers Stour and Iwerne at Stourpaine
Area Description
Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine.
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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Flood Warning History
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 25 Nov 2024 17:11
River Stour
River levels continue to be high due to prolonged rainfall. Flooding is possible.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour. River Iwerne, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine.
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. Please do not drive through floodwater as bow waves may affect adjacent properties.
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 23:47
River Stour
River levels continue to be high and rising due to prolonged rainfall. Flooding is possible.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour. River Iwerne, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine.
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. Please do not drive through floodwater as bow waves may affect adjacent properties.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 25/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Nov 2024 16:31
River Stour
River levels are high and rising due to prolonged heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible from 7:30 AM on 24/11/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour. River Iwerne, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening today.
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 11:00 AM on 25/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Nov 2024 07:56
River Stour
River levels are high and rising due to prolonged heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible from 7:30 AM on 24/11/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour. River Iwerne, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the day today.
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 11:00 AM on 25/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Oct 2024 16:24
River Stour
High river levels are causing flooding throughout the evening.
Flooding is expected to continue until 11:00 AM on 10/10/2024.
Areas most at risk include Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine.
Further flooding is expected this evening as river levels remain high but are beginning to fall due to previous days rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions.
Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 10/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Oct 2024 07:02
River Stour
High river levels are expected to cause flooding this morning. Flooding is expected to continue until 5:00 PM on 09/10/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour. River Iwerne, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine. Further flooding is expected throughout the morning as river levels are remaining high due to rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation, including rainfall and river levels. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 6:00 PM on 09/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Sep 2024 17:24
River Stour
River levels are rising on the Middle Dorset Stour, River Iwerne, due to the heavy rainfall last night.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour, River Iwerne, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine. Flooding is possible from 5:00 PM on 30/09/2024.
The forecast is mainly dry for this evening and tomorrow. We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels.
Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and consider activating any property flood protection products. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, cycle, or drive through flood water. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Mar 2024 16:29
River Stour
River levels continue to be high on the Middle Dorset Stour and River Iwerne due to the recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine. Flooding of property is possible. The forecast remains unsettled and further showers are possible. 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 5:00 PM on 30/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Mar 2024 17:26
River Stour
River levels are rising on the Middle Dorset Stour. River Iwerne due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour. River Iwerne, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine.
Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow morning.
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 4:00 PM on 29/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Feb 2024 18:38
River Stour
River levels are rising on the Middle Dorset Stour. River Iwerne due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour. River Iwerne, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine.
Flooding is affecting Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine from 6:30 PM on 18/02/2024.
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 6:00 PM on 18/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 19:19
River Stour
River levels are high and continue to rise on the Middle Dorset Stour and River Iwerne after the recent rainfall. Areas most at risk include Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine. Flooding of property is possible. There is not much more rain forecast for the rest of today 04/01/2024. We are monitoring the rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have, and start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 5:00pm on 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Jan 2024 14:43
River Stour
River levels are high and continue to rise on the Middle Dorset Stour and River Iwerne after the recent rainfall. Areas most at risk include Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine. Flooding of property is possible. There is not much more rain forecast for the rest of today 02/01/2024. We are monitoring the rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have, and start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 4:00pm on 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Dec 2023 16:53
River Stour
River levels are high and continue to rise on the Middle Dorset Stour and River Iwerne after the recent rainfall. Areas most at risk include Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine. Flooding of property is possible. Although there is not much rain forecast for the rest of today 31/12/23, we are expecting further rainfall tomorrow 01/01/24. We are monitoring the rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have, and start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 4:00pm on 01/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Dec 2023 05:05
River Stour
River levels are high and continue to rise on the Middle Dorset Stour and River Iwerne due to heavy rainfall yesterday. Areas most at risk include Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine. Flooding of property is possible. Although there is not much rain forecast on Friday, we are expecting further rainfall on Friday night and Saturday. We are monitoring the rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have, and start acting on your flood plan if you have one. 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 09/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Dec 2023 18:09
River Stour
River levels are high and rising on the Middle Dorset Stour and River Iwerne due to heavy rainfall overnight. Areas most at risk include Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine. Flooding of property is possible and further rainfall is forecast for this evening. River levels are high and forecast to rise further. We are monitoring the rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this warning if necessary. 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. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 06/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Nov 2023 12:28
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 20 Dec 2022 05:46
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 17 Nov 2022 14:33
River Stour
River levels are high and peaking on the Middle Dorset Stour due to the rainfall in the last 48hours. Areas most at risk include Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine. Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon which may lead to further river rises. We are monitoring river levels closely and expect the Flood Warning to be removed tomorrow. Consider activating any property flood protection products. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Consider putting your flood plan into action. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 18/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Nov 2022 11:37
River Stour
River levels continue to rise on the Middle Dorset Stour due to the rainfall in the last 36hours. Areas most at risk include Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine. Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon which may lead to further river rises. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Consider activating any property flood protection products. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Consider putting your flood plan into action. This message will be updated by 12:00 Noon on 17/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Nov 2022 06:41
River Stour
River levels continue to rise on the Middle Dorset Stour due to the rainfall in the last 36hours. Areas most at risk include Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine. Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon which may lead to further river rises although the forecast of the impact of this will be clearer later today and will be covered in an update to this flood warning. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Consider activating any property flood protection products. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Consider putting your flood plan into action. This message will be updated by 17:00 on 16/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Nov 2021 10:27
River Stour
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the Middle Dorset Stour. River Iwerne.
Areas most at risk include Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine.
River levels are expected to remain high this morning and flooding of properties may continue.
No further rainfall is forecast for the next 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.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
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 05:00 PM on 01/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Oct 2021 18:21
River Stour
River levels are rising rapidly on the Middle Dorset Stour and River Iwerne.
Areas most at risk include Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine.
Flooding of property is expected between 10:00 PM and 06:01 AM on 01/11/2021.
No further rainfall is forecast.
River levels are forecast to rise.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Consider activating any property flood protection products.
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 06:00 AM on 01/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Oct 2021 14:23
River Stour
River levels have risen on the Middle Dorset Stour. River Iwerne due to heavy rainfall overnight.
Areas most at risk include Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine.
Flooding of property is expected from 02:30 PM on 21/10/2021.
No further rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours.
River levels are high and forecast to rise further.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this warning if necessary.
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. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings.
This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 22/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Feb 2020 16:14
River Stour
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine
Further showery rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are in contact with community flood wardens and volunteers.
Please avoid using bridges over local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 18/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Feb 2020 15:49
River Stour
River levels are rising and forecast to rise further at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of the ground being saturated and reacting to further rainfall. The level at the E A's Stourpaine gauge is 0.42m, similar to levels in mid January. Consequently, flooding could occur from early tomorrow morning, Sunday 16/02/2020. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine. River levels can rise very quickly in response to heavy rainfall. Please can owners with property flood resilience equipment install it now. We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Feb 2020 03:45
River Stour
River levels are rising and forecast to rise further at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of the ground being saturated and reacting to further rainfall. The level at the E A's Stourpaine gauge is 0.42m, similar to levels in mid January. Consequently, flooding could occur from early tomorrow morning, Saturday 16/02/2020. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Havelins and the SPFA sports pavilion areas in Stourpaine.
River levels can rise very quickly in response to heavy rainfall.
Please can owners with property flood resilience equipment install it now.
We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated as the situation changes.