Flood Alert Info - River Cale and tributaries
Area Description
Tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour.
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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Area Covered by this Flood Alert
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Flood Alert History
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 8 Oct 2024 19:16
River Cale
Rising river levels this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Cale, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour. Further flooding is possible overnight as river levels are remaining high due to rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 09/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2024 20:34
River Cale
River levels have risen on the River Cale.
Areas most at risk include tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour.
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.
This message will be updated by 9:00 PM on 29/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 09:21
River Cale
River levels are high on the River Cale due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Cale, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour.
Flooding is possible at tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour from 9:00 AM on 18/02/2024.
No further significant rainfall is forecast.
River levels are remaining high.
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.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 19/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2024 14:57
River Cale
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Cale due to rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Cale, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour.
Flooding is possible at tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour from 10:00 PM on 15/02/2024.
The forecast is dry for tomorrow morning.
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 12:00 noon on 16/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 17:29
River Cale
River levels are rising on the River Cale due to heavy rainfall overnight.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Cale, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour from 08/02/2024 20:00
River levels are rising.
We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area.
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.
People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2024 17:35
River Cale
Further heavy rainfall is forecast overnight which will cause river levels to rise again.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Cale, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour.
Flooding is possible at tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour from 5:30 AM on 08/02/2024.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast tomorrow evening.
River levels will rise steadily, but the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains.
We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area.
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.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 18:56
River Cale
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the River Cale due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Cale, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour.
Flooding is possible at tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour from 07:00 PM on 04/01/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast this evening.
River levels are remaining high.
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 05:00 PM on 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2023 06:28
River Cale
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 28 Oct 2023 19:13
River Cale
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 25 Oct 2023 09:29
River Cale
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 9 May 2023 19:28
River Cale
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 31 Mar 2023 17:30
River Cale
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 31 Mar 2023 16:25
River Cale
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 24 Mar 2023 16:15
River Cale
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 31 Oct 2021 11:14
River Cale
River levels are rising steadily on the River Cale due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Cale, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour.
Flooding is possible at tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour from 11:30 AM on 31/10/2021.
The forecast is dry for this afternoon.
River levels are rising, and the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains.
We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert 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 04:00 PM on 31/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2021 12:12
River Cale
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the River Cale due to the overnight heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Cale, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour.
No further rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours.
River levels will start to fall, but the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains.
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 alert if necessary.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 22/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2021 17:12
River Cale
Further heavy rain overnight will cause levels in the River Cale to rise and is expected to peak around midnight at Wincanton. Low lying farmland and some roads will flood. The level at the Wincanton A303 gauge is forecast to reach 1.7m above river bed level. Our staff are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message as the situation develops overnight. Avoid walking in flood water which may be deep and fast flowing.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2021 21:42
River Cale
River levels will rise rapidly on the River Cale due to forecast heavy rainfall overnight.
River levels will be at their highest between 02:00 AM and 10:00 AM on 05/10/2021.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Cale and its tributaries.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and we are clearing debris from weed screens in the area.
We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. 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 which are affected by flooding.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 05/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2021 17:56
River Cale
River levels will rise rapidly on the River Cale due to forecast heavy rainfall overnight.
River levels will be at their highest between 02:00 AM and 10:00 AM on 05/10/2021.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Cale and its tributaries.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and we are clearing debris from weed screens in the area.
We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. 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 which are affected by flooding.
This message will be updated by 10:00 PM on 04/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2020 10:38
River Cale
River levels are rising following the heavy rainfall early this morning and are expected to exceed bank full affecting low lying land and will remain high throughout the day.
The rainfall has now passed out of the area. This message will be updated tomorrow or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 20:43
River Cale
River levels are forecast to rise at the Wincanton A303 river gauge as a result of the ground being saturated and reacting to further rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 6 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded and refer to local authority website for local road closures.
This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2019 21:02
River Cale
River levels are forecast to rise at the Wincanton A303 river gauge overnight as a result of heavy rainfall. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour.
Further persistent rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours.
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 consider installing property flood resilience equipment.
This message will be updated tomorrow, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2019 16:09
River Cale
River levels have risen at the Wincanton A303 river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 16:00 today, 19/12/19. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour. Some further rainfall is forecast overnight. We expect river levels to remain high for the coming days.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 20/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2019 12:28
River Cale
River levels are forecast to rise at the Wincanton A303 river gauge as a result of heavy overnight rainfall tonight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 18:30 today, 18/12/19. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour. Further heavy rainfall is forecast overnight. We expect river levels to remain high for the coming days.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 19/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2019 16:31
River Cale
River levels have risen at the Wincanton A303 river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall on a saturated catchment. Consequently, flooding of roads, footpaths and farmland is expected from time of flood alert issue today. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Shalford and Southmarsh and the confluence with the River Stour
River levels can rise very quickly in response to heavy rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and clearing trash screens.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 23/11/2019, or as the situation changes.