Flood Alert Info - Middle Stour and tributaries
Area Description
Tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
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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Flood Alert History
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2024 13:14
River Stour, River Lodden
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected.
Flooding is possible today on 20/10/2024.
Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Further flooding is possible today and overnight following todays rainfall keeping river levels high.
No further rain is forecast overnight or tomorrow and so river levels should start falling.
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 3:00 PM on 21/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 16:39
River Stour, River Lodden
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected.
Flooding is possible from 4:00 PM on 19/10/2024.
Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Further flooding is possible overnight and further rainfall is forecast tomorrow morning which will will keep river levels high.
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 3:00 PM on 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 15:22
River Stour, River Lodden
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected.
Flooding is possible from 4:00 PM on 18/10/2024.
Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Further flooding is possible overnight as further rainfall tonight will keep river levels high.
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 2:00 PM on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 15:58
River Stour, River Lodden
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected.
Flooding is possible from 4:00 PM on 17/10/2024.
Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Further flooding is possible overnight as river levels are high but steady following yesterdays rainfall.
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 2:00 PM on 18/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 19:57
River Stour, River Lodden
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected.
Rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible from 11:00 PM on 16/10/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Weather conditions are expected to improve tomorrow and no further flooding is expected.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels
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 3:00 PM on 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Oct 2024 11:57
River Stour, River Lodden
High river levels this afternoon may lead to continued flooding.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Weather conditions are expected to improve this afternoon but river levels will continue to rise at the Wimborne A31 gauge and Throop gauge until tomorrow morning..
We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message if the situation changes.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions.
This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 11/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Oct 2024 11:34
River Stour, River Lodden
High river levels this morning may lead to continued flooding.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Weather conditions are expected to improve this morning and no further flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message if the situation changes.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions.
This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 10/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Oct 2024 18:28
River Stour, River Lodden
Rising river levels this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. Further flooding is possible overnight as river levels are remaining high due to rainfall.
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 11:00 AM on 09/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 18:06
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the Middle Dorset Stour following the recent rainfall. Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
The forecast is mainly dry for the next few days, but there may still be scattered showers passing through the area. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 02/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 16:24
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels continue to be high on the Middle Dorset Stour following the heavy rainfall last night. Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. Flooding is possible.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. The forecast is mainly dry for this evening and tomorrow.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Sep 2024 17:37
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are expected to rise on the Middle Dorset Stour due to the forecasted heavy rainfall throughout this evening and overnight tonight.
Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. Flooding is possible from 5:00 AM on 30/09/2024.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
People in this area should consider taking action now, and start putting your flood plan into action if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 30/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Sep 2024 18:59
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are high on the Middle Dorset Stour due to the recent rainfall.
Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.. Flooding is possible.
The forecast is mainly dry for tomorrow, Saturday, however further rainfall is forecast on Sunday. River levels are expected to remain high.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Consider putting your flood plan into action. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 28/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Apr 2024 18:13
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Middle Dorset Stour due to the recent rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. Flooding is possible.
Further rainfall is forecast this evening and tomorrow.
River levels are rising steadily at the Hammoon gauge.
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 5:00 PM on 04/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2024 16:32
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels have risen on the Middle Dorset Stour due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Flooding is possible at tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne from 2:00 PM on 28/03/2024.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the afternoon.
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 31/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2024 12:37
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are forecast to rise on the Middle Dorset Stour due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Flooding is possible at tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne from 2:00 PM on 28/03/2024.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the afternoon.
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 30/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Mar 2024 12:46
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are high on the Middle Dorset Stour. The outlook is for unsettled weather over the next few days and further heavy rainfall is expected this afternoon.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. Flooding is possible.
River levels are high at the Hammoon gauge. 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 5:00 PM on 06/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2024 08:54
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are rising steadily on the Middle Dorset Stour due to rainfall overnight.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. Flooding is possible.
The outlook is for unsettled weather over the weekend and further showers are forecast.
River levels are rising steadily at the Hammoon gauge.
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 5:00 PM on 04/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 10:24
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are remaining high on the Middle Dorset Stour due to recent rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the day. River levels remain high but are forecast to fall at the Hammoon gauge. Road Flood gates are shut at Hammoon. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert 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 1:00 PM on 24/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 15:53
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are rising steadily on the Middle Dorset Stour due to earlier rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Flooding is possible at tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne from 3:45 PM on 22/02/2024.
Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the evening.
River levels are rising steadily at the Hammoon gauge.
Road Flood gates are shut at Hammoon.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 23/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 14:20
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are forecast to rise on the Middle Dorset Stour due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Flooding is possible at tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne from 2:00 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.
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 1:00 PM on 20/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2024 10:28
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are forecast to rise on the Middle Dorset Stour due to rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Flooding is possible at tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne from 8:00 PM on 17/02/2024.
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 1:00 PM on 18/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 17:34
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are remaining high on the Middle Dorset Stour.
Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Further light rainfall is forecast overnight.
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 5:00 PM on 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 07:15
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are rising steadily on the Middle Dorset Stour due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Flooding is possible at tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne from 6:00 AM on 09/02/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast today.
River levels are rising steadily.
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 4:11 PM on 10/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 11:28
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are remaining high on the Middle Dorset Stour due to rainfall. Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. No further rainfall is forecast. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels 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. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 07/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 10:25
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are remaining high on the Middle Dorset Stour due to rainfall. Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. There is further heavy rainfall forecast for this afternoon. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels 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. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 12:56
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are remaining high on the Middle Dorset Stour due to rainfall. Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. There are further showers and very strong winds forecast today and tomorrow. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels 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. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 09:58
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are now falling steadily on the Middle Dorset Stour due to rainfall.
Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon.
River levels are now falling steadily.
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 Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 19:04
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are remaining high on the Middle Dorset Stour due to rainfall.
Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
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 01/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2023 17:47
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are forecast to rise on the Middle Dorset Stour due to rainfall.
Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Flooding is possible at tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne from 03:00 AM on 31/12/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout this evening.
River levels are forecast to rise.
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 31/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 17:57
River Stour, River Lodden
A flood alert has been issued. River levels are now rising at the Hammoon river gauge on the River Stour after Friday nights rainfall. Flooding of low-lying land, roads and farmland is possible. There is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. Further rainfall is forecast and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, consider installing property flood resilience equipment, 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 by 4.00 PM 10/12/23, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 10:28
River Stour, River Lodden
A flood alert has been issued. River levels are now falling at the Hammoon river gauge on the River Stour after yesterdays heavy rainfall. However, we are expecting further rainfall tonight and Saturday. Flooding of low-lying land, roads and farmland is possible. There is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. Further rainfall is forecast and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, consider installing property flood resilience equipment, 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 by 11.00 AM 09/12/23, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 17:06
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are rising at the Hammoon river gauge on the River Stour as a result of todays heavy rainfall. Flooding of low-lying land, roads and farmland is possible. There is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. Further rainfall is forecast and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, consider installing property flood resilience equipment, 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 by 11.00 AM 08/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 15:11
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are rising steadily on the Middle Dorset Stour due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Flooding is possible at tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne from 03:00 PM on 04/12/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon.
River levels will rise steadily throughout the afternoon on 04/12/2023.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert 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 05/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Oct 2023 06:42
River Stour, River Lodden
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 1 Apr 2023 01:56
River Stour, River Lodden
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 16 Jan 2023 07:13
River Stour, River Lodden
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.
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 Alert issued on 14 Jan 2023 18:43
River Stour, River Lodden
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.
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 Alert issued on 13 Jan 2023 02:24
River Stour, River Lodden
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.
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 Alert issued on 9 Jan 2023 07:03
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are rising steadily on the Middle Dorset Stour. Areas most at risk include locations near the Middle Dorset Stour and particularly tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. Further rainfall is forecast for today, overnight and during Tuesday 10th January. 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This flood warning message will be removed once the risk of flooding has reduced.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2022 23:53
River Stour, River Lodden
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.
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 Alert issued on 29 Dec 2022 05:22
River Stour, River Lodden
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.
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 Alert issued on 24 Dec 2022 09:25
River Stour, River Lodden
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.
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 Alert issued on 19 Dec 2022 16:47
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Middle Dorset Stour due to rainfall.
Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Further rainfall is forecast this evening.
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.
From 17:00 19/12/2022 the flood warning service is scheduled to be automated. We will be unable to update the text in this message during automation
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2022 08:15
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are high on the Middle Dorset Stour due to recent rainfall on saturated ground.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Flooding is possible at tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne from 07:00 AM on 22/11/2022.
The forecast is dry for today with a chance of small localised downpours.
River levels are high and forecast to rise further at Wimborne over the next 8 hours. We do not expect property flooding at this point.
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 23/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2022 11:53
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are remaining high on the Middle Dorset Stour. Levels are currently falling at our Hammoon and Blandford river gauges but remain above the Alert Threshold. Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. The Forecast is more settled over the next 24 hours with the expectation the levels will drop below the alert threshold tomorrow. 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 2:00 PM on 19/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 14:44
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are remaining high on the Middle Dorset Stour. Levels are currently peaking at our Hammoon river gauge but still rising downstream at Blandford. Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. The Forecast is more settled over the next 24 hours. 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 2:00 PM on 18/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2022 11:24
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are remaining high on the Middle Dorset Stour.
Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Flooding is possible at tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne from 09:00 AM on 16/11/2022.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the afternoon.
River levels are high and forecast to rise further.
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 17/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2022 07:37
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are rising steadily on the Middle Dorset Stour due to rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour.
Flooding is possible at tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne between 07:30 AM and 03:00 PM on 04/11/2022.
No further rainfall is forecast.
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 02:30 PM on 04/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Mar 2022 12:22
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels have risen at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall yesterday afternoon. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from now until 10:00 tomorrow, Friday the 17/03/22. We expect flooding to affect West Street, Shorts Lane, Barnack Walk, Market Place, Sheep Market Hill, East Street, Nightingale Court, Damory Street, River Mews and Langton Road in Blandford
No further rainfall is forecast. We expect river levels to remain high until 12:00 on 17/03/22
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 12:00 on Friday, 17/03/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2021 17:17
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the Middle Dorset Stour.
Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
No further rainfall is forecast.
River levels will start to fall, but 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.
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 10:00 AM on 02/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2021 10:27
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are remaining high on the Middle Dorset Stour.
Areas most at risk include tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
No further rainfall is forecast for 24 hours.
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall, but 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.
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 Alert issued on 31 Oct 2021 17:05
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are rising on the Middle Dorset Stour.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Further showery rainfall is forecast throughout the evening.
River levels are rising steadily at the Hammoon gauge.
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 10:30 AM on 01/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2021 10:04
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels continue to fall steadily on the Middle reaches of the Dorset Stour. The forecast is dry today and maybe a shower tomorrow Sunday. The Flood Alert remains in force for the wider area and flooding of roads and low lying land may still be possible. River levels are falling slowly at the Hammoon gauge. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Plan driving routes to avoid minor roads which are close to the river as they might still be affected by flooding. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 24/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Oct 2021 17:59
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are now falling steadily on the Middle Dorset Stour. The forecast is dry until the second half of the weekend.
The Flood Warning has now been removed. However, a Flood Alert remains in force for the wider area, so flooding of roads and low lying land is still possible.
River levels are now falling steadily at the Hammoon gauge.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Plan driving routes to avoid road minor roads close to the river which are affected by flooding.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 23/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2021 12:12
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels remain high at the Hammoon river gauge on the River Stour from the rainfall overnight. Low lying land and the tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne will continue to be affected.
No further rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours,
River levels are remaining high on the Middle Dorset Stour due to overnight heavy rainfall.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and update this alert if necessary. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. 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 11:00 AM on 22/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2021 17:34
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels remain high at the Hammoon river gauge on the River Stour from the rainfall yesterday. Low lying land and the tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne will continue to be affected.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast for this evening and overnight which can cause the river levels to rise rapidly again. River levels are likely to be at their highest between 04:30 AM until 10:30 AM on the 21/10/21.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and update this alert if necessary. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. 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 AM on 21/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2021 11:17
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are high and rising at the Hammoon river gauge on the River Stour and tributaries as a result of the ground being saturated and recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, there is a risk of flooding. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated tomorrow morning, 01/02/2021, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 08:25
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are high but steady at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall experienced from Storm Christoph. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains today, 21/01/21. We expect flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
No further rainfall is forecast today, Thursday 21/01/21. River levels are peaking now at Hammoon and will remain high but no further rise is forecast.
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 Friday, 22/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 21:59
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels have risenand are continuing to rise at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this evening and overnight, with levels increasing in response to further rainfall tonight, 20/01/21. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
We expect river levels to rise further at Hammoon and the model forecasts the level peaking at Hammoon at 07:00am Wednesday morning 21/01/21. Flood warning levels may be reached in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are in contact with community flood wardens and volunteers.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and consider installing property flood resilience equipment.
This message will be updated Wednesday 21/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2020 10:39
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are rising at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Although the rainfall forecast is improving over the next 24 hours, we expect river levels to remain high with the peak expected early evening today, 19/12/20. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, 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 Sunday, 20/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 10:48
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. Further light 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 checking defences. 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 Tuesday, 17/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 10:01
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are rising at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 09:50 today, 15/11/20. Areas most at risk are tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. 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 Monday, 16/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Mar 2020 11:16
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels remain high at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of the ground being saturated and reacting to recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Today, Friday 06/03/20 is forecast to be dry but further rain is forecast over the weekend with Sunday and Monday seeing heavier rainfall. This will maintain the current high river levels and we could see levels rise further in response to the rainfall.
River levels can rise very quickly in response to heavy rainfall.
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 on Monday, 09/03/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Mar 2020 07:04
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels have risen at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of the ground being saturated and reacting to recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
River levels can rise very quickly in response to heavy rainfall.
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 29 Feb 2020 19:56
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels have risen at the Hammoon 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 Sturminster Newton and Wimborne
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels can rise very quickly in response to heavy rainfall.
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 18 Feb 2020 10:47
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are high at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of the ground being saturated and reacting to rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. Further showers are forecast over the next 24 hours, with more heavy rainfall forecast for thursday 20/02/20. River levels can rise very quickly in response to heavy rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 19/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 16:35
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels at the Hammoon and Blandford level gauges have risen following weekend rainfall. Levels are expected to remain high until the middle of next week. We will be monitoring the situation closely and will update this message tomorrow morning 18/02/20. Particular care should be taken on smaller roads close to rivers especially between Manston and Hammoon and around Fifehead Neville. Flood water can rise very quickly causing cars to float posing considerable risk to life. Environment Agency staff will be patrolling watercourses and clearing blockages where they occur.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2020 10:36
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels at the Hammoon and Blandford level gauges have risen overnight following earlier rainfall. The forecast is for a very wet weekend ahead and so levels are expected to remain high until the middle of next week. We will be monitoring the situation closely and will continue to update the Flood Warning Service at regular intervals during this period. Particular care should be taken on smaller roads close to rivers especially between Manston and Hammoon and around Fifehead Neville. Flood water can rise very quickly causing cars to float posing considerable risk to life. Environment Agency staff will be patrolling watercourses and clearing blockages where they occur.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2020 10:39
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels remain high at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of the ground being saturated and reacting to recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. Further rainfall is due today, 16/01/20 and tomorrow and then the weather is forecast to improve
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 17/01/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2020 13:21
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are forecast to rise at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of the ground being saturated and reacting to recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 16/01/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 17:18
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are forecast to rise at the Hammoon 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 Sturminster Newton and Wimborne
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/01/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2019 17:27
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels have risen in the middle Stour as a result the recent rainfall and saturated ground conditions. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
The forecast for the next few days is drier, however, we expect river levels to continue to rise. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2019 21:26
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are forecast to rise in the middle Stour as a result of heavy rainfall.
We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne
We expect river levels to rise over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Our incident response staff are checking defences and clearing weed screens.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and consider installing property flood resilience equipment.
This message will be updated tomorrow, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2019 16:59
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels remain high at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. Further showery rainfall is forecast for the coming days and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2019 12:40
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels are forecast to rise at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of heavy overnight rainfall tonight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 20:30 today, 18/12/19. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. 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 16 Dec 2019 11:35
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels remain high at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow , 17/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2019 07:36
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels remain high at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow , 16/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2019 09:14
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels remain high at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow , 15/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2019 13:29
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels remain high at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow , 14/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2019 17:38
River Stour, River Lodden
River levels have risen at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 20:00 12/12/19. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow , 13/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2019 08:34
River Stour, River Lodden
Levels in the Middle Stour are rising at the Hammoon river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall yesterday and overnight.
Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today and tomorrow. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for the River Stour and tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.
Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. Further rainfall is forecast and we expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences.