Flood Warning Info - Swan Brook at Swanage

High river levels are expected to cause flooding today.  Flooding is expected on 27 January 2026 .  River levels are rising rapidly on the Swan Brook due to heavy rainfall. River levels are expected to remain high on the Swan Brook. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Swan Brook, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Victoria Ave, Kings Rd, Chestnut Mew, Church Hill, Springfield Rd, Cornwall Rd, Commerical Rd, Station Rd, Institute Rd, The Square, Shore Rd, High St and Parade in Swanage.  We are closely monitoring the situation .  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 3:00PM on 27 January 2026 or as the situation changes.

River levels are rising rapidly on the Swan Brook due to heavy rainfall. River levels are expected to remain high on the Swan Brook. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Swan Brook, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Victoria Ave, Kings Rd, Chestnut Mew, Church Hill, Springfield Rd, Cornwall Rd, Commerical Rd, Station Rd, Institute Rd, The Square, Shore Rd, High St and Parade in Swanage. River levels are expected to remain high and flooding of properties will continue. Further heavy rainfall is forecast this afternoon. River levels are expected to remain high, but the risk of flooding to properties remains. We will continue to monitor levels closely. 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 05:00 PM on 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.

River levels have risen rapidly as a result of intense heavy rainfall due to thunderstorm activity. Consequently, flooding of property is imminent. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Victoria Ave, Kings Rd, Chestnut Mew, Church Hill, Springfield Rd, Cornwall Rd, Commerical Rd, Station Rd, Institute Rd, The Square, Shore Rd, High St and Parade in Swanage. River levels can rise very quickly in response to heavy rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please can owners with property flood resilience equipment install it now. There is no further heavy rainfall forecast at this point. This message will be updated on Monday morning, or as the situation changes.