Flood Alert Info - River Rother and its tributaries from Turks Bridge to the Royal Military Canal
Area Description
River Rother and its tributaries from Turks Bridge to the Royal Military Canal, including Crowhurst Bridge, Etchingham, Robertsbridge, Salehurst and Bodiam.
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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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2024 06:43
River Rother
This flood alert remains in force and flooding is possible on low lying land.
The river levels remain high and we are closely monitoring the situation.
More rainfall is forecast today (09/12/2024).
We will maintain this flood alert until further notice. This message will be updated by 6:00 PM today (09/12/2024) or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2024 15:53
River Rother
This flood alert remains in force and flooding is possible on low lying land.
The river levels remain high and we are closely monitoring the situation.
More rainfall, associated with Storm Darragh, is forecast this evening (08/12/2024) and tomorrow (09/12/2024).
We will maintain this flood alert until further notice. This message will be updated by 10am tomorrow (09/12/2024) or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2024 08:23
River Rother
This flood alert remains in force and flooding is possible on low lying land.
The river levels remain high and we are closely monitoring the situation.
More rainfall, associated with Storm Darragh, is forecast today (08/12/2024) and tomorrow (09/12/2024).
We will maintain this flood alert until further notice. This message will be updated by 5pm today (08/12/2024) or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2024 15:39
River Rother
This flood alert remains in force and flooding is possible on low lying land.
The river levels remain high and we are closely monitoring the situation.
More rainfall, associated with Storm Darragh, is forecast this evening (07/12/2024) and tomorrow (08/12/2024).
We will maintain this flood alert until further notice. This message will be updated by 10am tomorrow (08/12/2024) or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2024 08:50
River Rother
This flood alert remains in force and flooding is possible on low lying land.
The river levels remain high and we are closely monitoring the situation.
More rainfall, associated with Storm Darragh, is forecast today (07/12/2024) and tomorrow (08/12/2024).
We will maintain this flood alert until further notice. This message will be updated by 5pm today (07/12/2024) or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2024 16:13
River Rother
This flood alert remains in force and flooding is possible on low lying land.
The river levels remain high and we are closely monitoring the situation.
More rainfall is forecast this evening (06/12/24) and over the weekend.
We will maintain this flood alert until further notice. This message will be updated by 10am tomorrow (07/12/2024) or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2024 08:42
River Rother
This flood alert remains in force today (06/12/2024) and flooding is possible on low lying land.
The river levels are running high this morning and we are closely monitoring the situation.
More rainfall forecast this evening (06/12/24) and over the weekend.
We will maintain the flood alert until further notice. This message will be updated by 5pm today (06/12/2024) or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2024 16:21
River Rother
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected.
Flooding is possible from 11:00 PM on 05/12/2024 peaking in the early hours of the morning on 06/12/2024.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, Etchingham, Robertsbridge, Newenden and around Shrub Lane.
Further flooding is possible tomorrow, Friday 06/12/2024 as river levels are expected to remain 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 9:00 AM on 06/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2024 11:21
River Rother
River levels remain high this morning, 28 November. Flooding is likely to continue until this evening. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly around Crowhurst Bridge, Etchingham and Robertsbridge. We are closely monitoring the situation and are checking rivers for blockages. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions and be prepared for further warnings. This message will be updated by 6pm on Thursday 28 November, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2024 18:33
River Rother
River levels will remain high overnight, 27 November until Thursday morning. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly around Crowhurst Bridge, Etchingham and Robertsbridge. We are closely monitoring the situation and are checking rivers for blockages. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions and be prepared for further warnings. This message will be updated by 10am on Thursday 28 November, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2024 08:21
River Rother
River levels continue to rise this morning, 27 November after heavy rainfall overnight. Flooding is likely to continue until Wednesday evening. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly around Crowhurst Bridge, Etchingham and Robertsbridge.
We are closely monitoring the situation and are checking rivers for blockages. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions and be prepared for further warnings. This message will be updated by 6pm on Wednesday 27 November, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2024 20:06
River Rother
Heavy rainfall is forecast overnight and into Wednesday morning, 27 November. River levels are expected to rise quickly on Wednesday morning. Flooding is likely to continue until Wednesday evening. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly around Crowhurst Bridge, Etchingham and Robertsbridge. River levels are currently expected to peak in Etchingham on Wednesday evening, and in Robertsbridge in the early hours of Thursday morning.
We are closely monitoring the situation and are checking rivers for blockages. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions and be prepared for further warnings. This message will be updated by 2pm on Wednesday 27 November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Oct 2024 17:33
River Rother
River levels on the Upper Rother have peaked at Crowhurst as a result of last nights heavy rainfall but please continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths as debris may still remain. Levels are rising at Robertsbridge, but no property flooding is expected.
Weather conditions are expected to continue to improve, with some light scattered showers possible overnight. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 10:00am on 10th October 2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Oct 2024 06:51
River Rother
River levels are rising as a result of overnight heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected at this time. Flooding is possible from this morning 07:00 09/10/24.
Weather conditions are expected to improve later today 09/10/2024, and no further flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and remain aware of your local situation.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 09/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 08:49
River Rother
Following heavy rainfall, river levels remain high and flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Property flooding is not expected at this time. Flooding is possible from 01/10/2024. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly around Robertsbridge. Further rainfall is forecast for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing any blockages and debris from the river. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 17:00 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 13:50
River Rother
Following heavy rainfall, river levels are rising and flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Property flooding is not expected at this time. Flooding is possible from this afternoon, 30/09/2024. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane. Further rainfall is forecast for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing any blockages and debris from the river. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 09:00 tomorrow 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Sep 2024 09:45
River Rother
Due to heavy rain observed yesterday flooding of roads and low lying land is possible throughout today. Flooding is forecast to affect locations along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge.
Further rain is expected on Wednesday.
We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing debris from weed screens.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00 PM on 24/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Sep 2024 16:06
River Rother
Following heavy rainfall from Sunday 22nd into Monday 23rd September, river levels have risen and are flooding low lying land and roads.
Property flooding is not expected at this time. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge.
Weather conditions are expected to improve Monday evening and no further flooding is expected on Tuesday.
We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing debris from weed screens.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 24/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Sep 2024 19:35
River Rother
This alert is being issued ahead of heavy rainfall forecast overnight tonight, river levels are expected to rise leading to flooding between 3:00 AM and 7:00 PM on 23/09/2024.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected at this time. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge.
Weather conditions are expected to improve Monday evening and no further flooding is expected on Tuesday.
We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing debris from weed screens.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 23/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2024 19:52
River Rother
River levels have risen as a result of heavy showers today, Saturday 2 March 2024. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly around Crowhurst, Etchingham and Robertsbridge from this evening and levels will remain high overnight. The forecast is for drier weather tomorrow, Sunday 3 March.
We are monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are ready to respond if required. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 6pm on Sunday 3 March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2024 16:22
River Rother
River levels are high as a result of heavy rainfall on Sunday night and Monday morning. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly in the Crowhurst and Etchingham and Robertsbridge area this evening on Monday, 26 February. The forecast is for mainly dry weather over the next few days. River levels have peaked in Robertsbridge on Monday afternoon and levels are expected to gradually fall into Tuesday, 27 February. We continue to monitor situation and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. River levels are likely to remain high until the early hours of Tuesday morning. This message will be updated by 2pm on Tuesday 27 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2024 18:05
River Rother
River levels are forecast to rise quickly as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly in the Crowhurst and Etchingham and Robertsbridge area overnight and during the day on Monday, 26 February.
Heavy rainfall is expected to continue into Monday morning. We expect river levels to peak at Crowhurst on Monday evening and at Robertsbridge in the early hours of Tuesday morning, 27 February. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Be prepared for further flood warnings and consider acting on your flood plan if you have one. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. River levels are likely to remain high until Tuesday evening. This message will be updated by 10pm on Monday 26 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 08:00
River Rother
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall during the day on Thursday. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly in the Crowhurst and Etchingham areas this morning. Flooding of properties is not expected. Further blustery showers are possible during the day, but they aren’t expected cause any significant impacts. We expect river levels gradually fall during the day today, but will remain high until later on Friday afternoon, 23 February. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 9pm on Friday 23 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 20:11
River Rother
River levels are rising as a result of heavy rainfall during the day today, Thursday 22 February. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly in the Crowhurst and Etchingham areas from 9pm this evening. Flooding of properties is not expected. Rainfall is expected to clear this evening but with further showers into Friday 23 February. We expect river levels to peak in the Etchingham and Robertsbridge area early on Friday morning and will remain high until later on Friday evening. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 9am on Friday 23 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 17:17
River Rother
River levels are high but steady on the River Rother due to heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue in Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane until tomorrow 19/02/2024
No property flooding is expected.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast for Wednesday 21/02/2024.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 19/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 12:08
River Rother
River levels have risen on the River Rother due to heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected in Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane today 18/02/2024
No property flooding is expected.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast for Wednesday 21/02/2024.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 18:00 on 18/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 11:02
River Rother
River levels have peaked and will continue to fall slowly around Etchingham and Robertsbridge during the day of Sunday 11th February 2024.
Flooding of property is not expected. Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater.
Further light rainfall showers are forecast today Sunday 11th February. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 11:00am on 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 09:26
River Rother
River levels have peaked and will continue to fall slowly around Etchingham and Robertsbridge during the day of Saturday 10th February 2024.
Flooding of property is not expected. Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater.
Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon Saturday 10th February with further rain possible into Sunday. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 11:00 on 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 15:18
River Rother
River levels have peaked and will continue to fall slowly around Etchingham and Robertsbridge during the evening of Friday 9th February 2024.
Flooding of property is not expected at this stage. Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater.
Further light rainfall is forecast during the early evening of Friday 9th February with further showers possible over the weekend. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 11:00 on 10/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 18:48
River Rother
River levels are high on the River Rother this evening, 8th February 2024, due to heavy rainfall today and this evening. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane. No property flooding is expected.
Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow but will be lighter. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 6PM on Friday 9th February 2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 20:30
River Rother
River levels remain high following recent rainfall. Flooding of roads and low-lying land is expected to continue overnight into Saturday 6th January. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane, and along the River Rother in Robertsbridge. Flooding of property is not expected. Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater.
The forecast for the next few days is predicted to be largely dry. We expect river levels to remain high until Saturday morning. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 9am on Saturday 6th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 06:38
River Rother
River levels are high on the River Rother this morning, 5 January 2024, due to heavy rainfall yesterday and overnight. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane, and along the River Rother in Robertsbridge. No property flooding is expected. No further rainfall is forecast and river levels are expected to fall throughout the day. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 8pm on Friday 5 January 2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 08:13
River Rother
River levels are beginning to fall on the River Rother but remain high due to heavy rainfall over recent days. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly at Crowhurst Bridge and on Shrub Lane. Flooding of low lying land and roads along the River Rother is still possible, particularly around Etchingham, Robertsbridge and Newenden where levels peaked late evening on Tuesday 2/1/2024. Today, 03/01/24 should be relatively dry but further heavy rainfall is forecast from Thursday morning. River levels are expected to remain high and the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains throughout the week.
We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area and are closely monitoring the situation. Please 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 20:00 PM on 3/1/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 20:06
River Rother
River levels have risen on the River Rother due to heavy rainfall over recent days. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly at Crowhurst Bridge and on Shrub Lane. Flooding of low lying land and roads along the River Rother is possible, particularly around Etchingham, Robertsbridge and Newenden where levels should peak late evening on Tuesday 2/1/2024. Wednesday should be relatively dry but further heavy rainfall is forecast from Thursday morning later this week. River levels are expected to remain high and the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains throughout the week. We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area and are closely monitoring the situation. 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 09:00 AM on 3/1/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 07:24
River Rother
River levels have risen on the River Rother due to heavy rainfall throughout last night. Areas most at risk of flooding include low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane.
Flooding of low lying land and roads along the River Rother is also possible, particularly around Robertsbridge from 08:00 AM on 02/01/2024. Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout today with further showers forecast later this week. River levels are expected to remain high and the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains.
We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area and are closely monitoring the situation. Please 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 20:00 PM on 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 18:50
River Rother
River levels are rising again on the River Rother following Sunday’s rain.
Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river is expected to continue, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and at Robertsbridge until Monday morning 11/12/2023.
Monday is expected to be largely dry although further rain is forecast for Tuesday.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 09:28
River Rother
River levels are falling on the River Rother after Saturday's rainfall although further rain is forecast Sunday afternoon so may rise again.
Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river is expected to continue, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and at Robertsbridge until Sunday evening 10/12/2023.
After this afternoon's rainfall Monday is expected to be largely dry.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 19:51
River Rother
River levels have risen on the River Rother.
Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river is expected to continue, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and at Robertsbridge until Sunday morning 10/12/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow afternoon.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 10:04
River Rother
River levels are rising steadily on the River Rother due to this morning's rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane and at Robertsbridge from 12:00 noon on 09/12/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast this morning but should be largely dry for the remainder of the day.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on 09/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 08:55
River Rother
River levels on the River Rother have remained high due to heavy rainfall over the last few days but are now falling. Flooding is still expected to affect low lying land and roads, particularly in the Etchingham and Robertsbridge area. No property flooding is expected. Further light showers are possible on Tuesday morning, before clearing on Tuesday afternoon. River levels are expected to continue to fall throughout the day. We will continue to monitor the rainfall forecast and river levels closely. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 9pm on 5th December 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 20:19
River Rother
River levels remain high on the River Rother due to heavy rainfall over the last 24 hours. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads, particularly in the Crowhurst and Etchingham area. No property flooding is expected. Further heavy showers are possible overnight, before clearing on Tuesday morning. River levels are expected to peak at Etchingham overnight and at Robertsbridge at around 6am on Tuesday 5th December. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 9am on 5th December 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 09:09
River Rother
River levels are rising in the Rother due to heavy rainfall over the last 24 hours. Flooding is possible and could affect low lying land and roads from around 12pm on Monday 4th December. Areas likely to be affected include the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane. No property flooding is expected. Further heavy showers are possible during the day today before clearing on Tuesday morning. We expect river levels to remain high until the morning of Tuesday 5th December. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 9pm on 4th December 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Dec 2023 21:04
River Rother
River levels are forecasted to rise in the Rother due to heavy rainfall which is expected overnight on Sunday 3th December and through the day on Monday 4th December. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads from around 7am on Monday 4th December, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane. No property flooding is expected. Heavy rainfall is expected to continue during Monday before clearing on Tuesday morning. We expect river levels to remain high until Tuesday 5th December. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10am on 4th December 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2023 18:46
River Rother
The Flood Alert for the River Rother remains in force following a day of heavy rainfall on Saturday 4 November. Water levels are now receding slowly in most locations following their peak during Sunday 5 November. An escalation to Flood Warning conditions is not expected. Any showers on Sunday evening should die out by midnight and drier weather is expected on Monday and Tuesday. This Flood Alert will be reviewed on Monday 6 November with a view to removal.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2023 10:35
River Rother
The Flood Alert for the River Rother remains in force following a day of heavy rainfall on Saturday 4 November. Flooding of low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly around Etchingham, Robertsbridge and downstream towards Rye is likely. River levels have now peaked between Crowhurst and Robertsbridge and are expected to fall gradually throughout the day. River levels are peaking in Newenden this morning, 05/11/2023. Drier weather with only isolated showers is expected on Sunday through until Tuesday, allowing water levels to fall through this period. This message will be updated this evening, 05/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2023 20:08
River Rother
The Flood Alert for the River Rother remains in force following a day of heavy rainfall on Saturday 4 November. Water levels will be comparable to, or perhaps slightly higher than, that observed last Thursday and Friday. An escalation to Flood Warning conditions is not expected. As of Saturday evening, the forecast is that the river will peak in Etchingham early on Sunday morning, Robertsbridge later on Sunday morning and at Newenden on Sunday afternoon. Any showers on Saturday evening should die out by midnight. Drier weather is expected on Sunday and Monday.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2023 11:04
River Rother
River levels continued to fall overnight following Storm Ciarán but are expected to rise again at Crowhurst and Etchingham this morning and throughout today, Saturday 04/11/23, in response to further rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly between Robertsbridge and Rye. Rain is forecast throughout the day, clearing overnight. Sunday is expected to be dry.
Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated on Saturday evening, 04/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2023 21:00
River Rother
River levels remain high after heavy rainfall from Storm Ciarán but are continuing to fall overnight. Flooding of low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly between Robertsbridge and Rye is possible overnight into the early hours of Saturday morning, 04/11/23.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast from around 5am on Saturday and is expected to continue until the evening. We expect river levels to begin rising again at Crowhurst and Etchingham on Saturday morning and will continue throughout most of the day.
Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated on Saturday morning, 04/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2023 09:48
River Rother
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 10 Mar 2023 15:56
River Rother
This Alert remains in force. River levels have now peaked but remain high throughout the Rother catchment. Further showers are forecast over the weekend but these are unlikely to cause any significant increase in river levels, although they will remain high overnight into Saturday 11 March. This message will be updated by 10am on Saturday 11 March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2023 07:39
River Rother
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected from 9 am today, 10/03/2023. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane and along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers.
This message will be updated this evening, 10/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2023 08:54
River Rother
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.
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Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2023 14:23
River Rother
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.
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Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2022 18:46
River Rother
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.
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Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2022 21:46
River Rother
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.
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Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2022 16:13
River Rother
This Flood Alert remains in force for the Rother, and is likely to remain in force until Tuesday 20 December or Wednesday 21 December. Levels remain high following rainfall earlier on Monday and further rain is forecast Monday night into Tuesday. Levels show signs of peaking at Crowhurst Bridge and Etchingham, but will continue to rise gradually at Robertsbridge and Bodiam into Monday evening. In all locations, levels could rise yet further on Tuesday morning as a result of any additional rainfall on Monday night. The internal flooding of property is not anticipated at the time of updating on Monday afternoon. Environment Agency operatives are checking our structures and assets to ensure the rivers can flow freely. This message may not be updated again prior to removal later in the week.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2022 06:34
River Rother
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Flooding of roads and low-lying land is expected between 6am this morning until Tuesday evening, 20 December 2022. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads close to the rivers, particularly on and around the Crowhurst Bridge area and Shrub Lane and also around Robertsbridge. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high until Wednesday, 21 December 2022. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and our partners, and actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated this evening, Monday 19 December 2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2022 17:32
River Rother
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall but are starting to fall. Risk of flooding remains overnight Monday, 28/11/2022 into Tuesday. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads particularly around Crowhurst Bridge, Shrub Lane and Robertsbridge.
The weather for the next few days is largely settled with potential for the odd shower. We expect river levels to remain high until 08:00am on 29/11/2022.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the River Rother. We are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 29/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2022 09:39
River Rother
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall. Flooding is expected to continue through today, Monday 28/11/2022. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads around Crowhurst Bridge area, Shrub Lane and Robertsbridge. Further localised heavy rainfall is forecast for today. We expect river levels to remain until this evening, 28/11/2022. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the River Rother. We are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this afternoon, 28/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2022 18:43
River Rother
River levels are rising as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected Sunday evening, 27/11/2022 and overnight into Monday, 28/11/2022. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads around Crowhurst Bridge area, Shrub Lane and Robertsbridge.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout Sunday evening 27/11/2022 although some uncertainty remains in totals. We expect river levels to remain high until Monday lunchtime 28/11/2022.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the River Rother. We are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 28/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2022 10:36
River Rother
River levels are rising as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected from 1pm and through today, Sunday 27/11/2022. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads around Crowhurst Bridge area, Shrub Lane and Robertsbridge.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout Sunday 27/11/2022 although some uncertainty remains in totals. We expect river levels to remain high until 08:00am on Monday 28/11/2022.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the River Rother. We are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this evening, 27/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2022 16:18
River Rother
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall Saturday evening, 26/11/2022, into Sunday morning. Flooding is expected from 5:00am Sunday, 27/11/2022. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane, and around Robertsbridge.
After tonight's rain, further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Sunday, 27/11/2022.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the River Rother. We are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond where required.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 27/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 18:07
River Rother
River levels in the Rother have now peaked at Robertsbridge and will gradually fall overnight into Friday 18 November. No further significant rain is forecast for at least 72 hours. We will continue to monitor the situation and update this message by 11am on Friday 18 November.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 08:30
River Rother
River levels are high as a result of heavy rainfall over the last few days. Flooding of roads and low-lying land is expected to continue between Stonegate and Robertsbridge today, 17 November. Rainfall is expected to clear this morning and weather conditions should remain dry until Saturday 19 November. We expect river levels to remain high throughout Thursday 17 November, but levels are now starting to fall between Stonegate and Etchingham.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. Avoid walking or driving through floodwater and please stay aware of the local situation. This message will be updated by 9pm on Thursday 17 November or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2022 15:23
River Rother
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low-lying land is expected between 11pm tonight on Wednesday 16 November and to continue into Thursday, between Stonegate and Robertsbridge.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast overnight. We expect river levels to remain high throughout Thursday 17 November.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. Avoid walking or driving through floodwater and please stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated by 10am on Thursday 17 November or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Nov 2022 18:42
River Rother
River levels remain high at locations in the Rother valley but are starting to fall slowly. The internal flooding of property is not expected. No further rain is expected overnight and no further river level rise is expected. Please avoid using low lying land and roads close to the rivers, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge. We are ready to use the flood defence scheme at Robertsbridge if required. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow morning on 10/11/2022. We are continuing to monitor the situation, and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow morning,10/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Nov 2022 08:47
River Rother
River levels remain high at locations in the Rother valley but are starting to fall slowly. The internal flooding of property is not expected. Light patchy rain is forecast today, Wednesday 9 November 2022, but no further river level rise is expected.
Please avoid using low lying land and roads close to the rivers, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge. We are ready to use the flood defence scheme at Robertsbridge if required.
We are continuing to monitor the situation, and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the rivers.
This message will be updated by 8pm on Wednesday 9 November 2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Nov 2022 20:13
River Rother
River levels remain high at locations in the Rother valley but are starting to fall slowly. The internal flooding of property is not expected. Patchy rain is forecast this evening, Tuesday 8 November 2022, but no further river level rise is expected.
Please avoid using low lying land and roads close to the rivers, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge. We are ready to use the flood defence scheme at Robertsbridge if required.
We are continuing to monitor the situation, and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the rivers.
This message will be updated by 8am on Wednesday 9 November 2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Nov 2022 10:42
River Rother
River levels remain high at locations in the Rother valley but are starting to fall slowly. The internal flooding of property is not expected. Patchy rain is forecast today, Tuesday 8 November 2022, but no further river level rise is expected. Please avoid using low lying land and roads close to the rivers, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge. We are ready to use the flood defence scheme at Robertsbridge if required. We are continuing to monitor the situation, and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the rivers. This message will be updated by 10pm on Tuesday 8 November 2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2022 20:18
River Rother
River levels remain high at locations in the Rother valley but are starting to fall slowly. The internal flooding of property is not expected. Patchy rain is forecast tomorrow, Tuesday 8 November 2022, but no further river level rise is expected. Please avoid using low lying land and roads close to the rivers, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge. We are ready to use the flood defence scheme at Robertsbridge if required. We are continuing to monitor the situation, and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the rivers. This message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday 8 November 2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2022 09:52
River Rother
Following further heavy rainfall yesterday, River levels remain high at locations in the Rother valley. The internal flooding of property is not expected. Patchy rain is forecast today, Monday 7 November 2022, but no further river level rise is expected.
Please avoid using low lying land and roads close to the rivers, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge. We are ready to use the flood defence scheme at Robertsbridge if required.
We are continuing to monitor the situation, and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the rivers.
This message will be updated by 8pm on Monday 7 November 2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2022 19:37
River Rother
Following further heavy rainfall today, River levels remain high at all locations in the Rother valley. The internal flooding of property is not expected. Patchy rain is forecast overnight tonight Sunday 6 November 2022 and into Monday 7 November 2022.
Please avoid using low lying land and roads close to the rivers, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge. We are ready to use the flood defence scheme at Robertsbridge if required.
We are continuing to monitor the situation, and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the rivers.
This message will be updated by 8am on Monday 7 November 2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2022 09:21
River Rother
This Flood Alert remains in force following heavy rain on Thursday. Levels are now rising gradually at all locations in the Rother valley. The internal flooding of property is not expected. Patchy rain is due this morning and heavier rainfall is due late afternoon, Sunday 6 November 2022 and so this Flood Alert will be maintained throughout the weekend.
Please avoid using low lying land and roads close to the rivers, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and along the river Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge. We are ready to use the flood defence scheme at Robertsbridge if required.
We are continuing to monitor the situation, and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the rivers.
This message will be updated by 8pm on Sunday 6 November 2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2022 19:41
River Rother
This Flood Alert remains in force following heavy rain on Thursday. Levels are now falling gradually at all locations in the Rother valley. The internal flooding of property is not expected. Patchy rain is due this evening, Saturday 5 November 2022 and heavier rainfall is due on Sunday 6 November 2022 and so this Flood Alert will probably be maintained throughout the weekend. Please avoid using low lying land and roads close to the rivers, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and along the river Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge.
We are continuing to monitor the situation and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the rivers in advance of Sunday’s rain.
This message will be updated by 8am on Sunday 6 November 2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2022 11:42
River Rother
This Flood Alert remains in force following heavy rain on Thursday. Levels are now falling gradually at all locations in the Rother valley. The internal flooding of property is not expected. Patchy rain is due on Saturday evening and heavier rainfall is due on Sunday 6 November 2022 and so this Flood Alert will probably be maintained throughout the weekend.
Please avoid using low lying land and roads close to the rivers, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and along the river Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge.
We are continuing to monitor the situation and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the rivers in advance of Sundays rain.
This message will be updated by 8pm on Saturday 5 November 2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2022 19:24
River Rother
This Flood Alert remains in force following heavy rain on Thursday morning and again on Thursday night. Levels are now failing gradually at all locations in the Rother valley with peak conditions experienced late Thursday evening. Nevertheless, levels are still relatively high especially around Etchingham and Robertsbridge and minor flood impacts are still expected. The internal flooding of property is not expected.
Patchy rain is due on Saturday evening and heavier rainfall is due on Sunday 6 November 2022 and so this Flood Alert will probably be maintained throughout the weekend.
This message will be updated by 8am on Saturday 5 November 2022.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2022 10:17
River Rother
River levels are high and are continuing to respond to recent rainfall. No further rainfall is expected today.
Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane and along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge.
This message will be updated by 9pm on Friday 4 November 2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2022 21:05
River Rother
This Flood Alert will remain in force overnight tonight, Thursday 3 November 2022 and into tomorrow, Friday 4 November 2022. The Rother remains high following the heavy rain earlier on Thursday. The river level is now receding steadily upstream of Etchingham and the peak reached Etchingham around 8pm. The level is high in Robertsbridge but will peak about 10pm Thursday evening. The peaks at Bodiam and Newenden will be in the early hours of Friday morning.
There will be further heavy showers overnight tonight and these will keep river levels high in all locations. Any additional flood impacts should be confined to fields, footpaths and roads but showers could also generate localised surface water flooding.
This message will be updated again by 8am on Friday 4 November 2022.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2022 12:32
River Rother
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected from 12:30 today, Thursday 3 November 2022 and will remain high for the rest of the day. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane and low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight into Friday, 4 November 2022. We are continuing to monitor the situation and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the rivers.
This message will be updated by 20:00, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2021 16:53
River Rother
River levels have risen as a result of rainfall over the preceding days. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads around the Etchingham, Robertsbridge and Newenden areas during the evening of Tuesday 28 December and into Wednesday morning. The River Rother peaked at Etchingham on Tuesday afternoon and will peak this evening at Robertsbridge and Newenden. Property flooding is not expected. Further light rainfall is forecast tomorrow morning. We are monitoring the situation and our incident response staff have been checking the watercourses and structures throughout the area. Please avoid using low lying footpaths or roads near the river during this time. This message will be updated by 9am on Wednesday 29 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2021 08:09
River Rother
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall yesterday. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads around the Etchingham, Robertsbridge and Newenden areas. The River Rother is expected to peak this afternoon at Etchingham and this evening at Robertsbridge. River levels will remain high until Wednesday morning 29 December. Property flooding is not expected. Further light rainfall is forecast today. We are monitoring the situation and our incident response staff have been checking the watercourses and structures throughout the area. Please avoid using low lying footpaths or roads near the river during this time. This message will be updated by 8pm on Tuesday 28 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2021 06:48
River Rother
River levels are forecast to rise again as a result of heavy rainfall later this evening, Monday 27/12/21. Minor flooding of roads and low lying land is expected from 4am tomorrow, Tuesday 28/12/21, in the Etchingham, Robertsbridge and Newenden areas. By lunchtime tomorrow, the River Rother is likely to be higher than at any point over the Christmas period. The internal flooding of property is not expected. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff have cleared trash screens and have checked our assets along the Rother valley.
This message will be updated by 9am on Tuesday 28/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2021 19:14
River Rother
River levels are forecast to rise again as a result of heavy rainfall later this evening, Monday 27/12/21. Minor flooding of roads and low lying land is expected from 4am tomorrow, Tuesday 28/12/21, in the Etchingham, Robertsbridge and Newenden areas. By lunchtime tomorrow, the River Rother is likely to be higher than at any point over the Christmas period. The internal flooding of property is not expected. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff have cleared trash screens and have checked our assets along the Rother valley.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2021 09:04
River Rother
This Flood Alert remains in force as river levels remain high after heavy rainfall on Christmas Day. River levels may rise again as a result of heavy showers during the day today, 26 December. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible later this afternoon in the Etchingham, Robertsbridge and Newenden areas. We are monitoring the situation and our incident response staff have been checking our defences and structures throughout the area. This message will be updated by 8pm this evening, Sunday 26 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2021 17:00
River Rother
River levels are forecast to rise again tonight as a result of rainfall starting in the early hours of Boxing Day morning. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected from 6:00am tomorrow, 26/12/21, and throughout Boxing Day in the Etchingham, Robertsbridge and Newenden areas.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff have checked our defences and structures throughout the Rother valley.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on 26/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2021 17:25
River Rother
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall last night but are beginning to fall. The risk of flooding of roads and low lying land remains high for today, 21/10/2021. Flooding is expected to continue to affect low lying land and roads close to the rivers, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane, and also low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge. No further rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow morning, 22/10/2021. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers and are actively monitoring the situation. Please avoid walking in or driving through floodwater. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2021 11:34
River Rother
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall last night. The risk of flooding of roads and low lying land remains high for today, 21/10/2021. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane, and also low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge. Flooding of properties is not expected. No further rainfall is forecast for today. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow morning, 22/10/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers and actively monitoring the situation. Please avoid walking in, or driving through, floodwater. This message will be updated this afternoon, 21/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2021 19:27
River Rother
This is a pre-emptive flood alert as river levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall forecast this evening. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected from 9pm today, 20/10/2021 until 12pm tomorrow, 21/10/2021. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane, and also low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow afternoon on 21/10/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers and actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 21/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Aug 2021 08:52
River Rother
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall yesterday, Monday 9 August. Flooding is expected to continue this morning, Tuesday 10 August with water levels dropping later today. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge, Shrub Lane, Etchingham and Robertsbridge areas. No further rainfall is forecast for today, Tuesday 10 August.
We expect river levels to remain high into the evening of Tuesday 10 August. We are closely monitoring the situation and are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the rivers. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses in the area. This message will be updated by 9pm, Tuesday 10 August, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Aug 2021 20:02
River Rother
River levels are high as a result of heavy rainfall this morning. Flooding is expected to continue this evening, Monday 9 August and into tomorrow Tuesday 10 August. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge, Shrub Lane and Etchingham areas.
Further heavy isolated rainfall is possible overnight tonight and into tomorrow but there is low confidence in the location. We expect river levels to remain high until Tuesday morning 10 August. We are closely monitoring the situation and are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the rivers. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses in the area. This message will be updated by 9am, Tuesday 10 August, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Aug 2021 11:45
River Rother
River levels are rising as a result of heavy rainfall this morning. Flooding is expected from 1pm this afternoon, Monday 9 August. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge, Shrub Lane and Etchingham areas.
The heavy rainfall is expected to ease by this lunchtime, but further heavy isolated showers are possible throughout the rest of the day today. We expect river levels to remain high until Tuesday morning 10 August. We are closely monitoring the situation and are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the rivers. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses in the area. This message will be updated by 9pm this evening, Monday 9 August, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 18:25
River Rother
River levels have crested at Crowhurst Bridge and are steady in Robertsbridge, it is expected that they will start to fall later overnight 30 Jan 2021. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected to continue. The forecast is for largely dry weather until Tuesday 2 February. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris, and actively monitoring the situation. Members of the public are advised to avoid floodwater and also to keep abreast of updates to the forecast. This message will be updated on the morning of 31 January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 08:21
River Rother
River levels have fallen but expected to rise again as a result of today's rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected from midday today, 30 January 2021 close to the rivers, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and around Robertsbridge.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the day. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow morning 31 January 2021.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the Rother, and actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
Members of the public are advised to avoid floodwater and also to keep abreast of updates to the forecast.
This message will be updated by 7pm this evening, 30 January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 18:33
River Rother
River levels remain high as a result of the rainfall recently received around the River Rother. However at this time it is not anticipated that properties will flood. Flooding of low lying land and roads is still occurring. Though levels are currently falling, a frontal system is forecast to arrive tomorrow 30 January 2021. It may bring high rainfall totals to already saturated catchments. Members of the public are advised to avoid floodwater and also to keep abreast of updates to the forecast, as the catchment will react readily to small amounts of rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation and ensuring the free flow of water. This message will be updated in the morning of Saturday 30 January 2021, or as the situation changes. We are working to ensure the free flow of water and have partially deployed the defences in Robertsbridge in preparation for Saturdays rainfall.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 07:40
River Rother
In response to heavy overnight rainfall, river levels are still rising on reaches of the River Rother. However at this time it is not anticipated that properties will flood. Flooding of low lying land and roads is still occurring. The forecast is for rain showers today, 29/01/2021, followed by frontal rain tomorrow 30/01/2021. This may bring high rainfall totals to saturated catchments. Members of the public are advised to avoid floodwater and also to keep abreast of updates to the forecast, as the catchment will react readily to small amounts of rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation and ensuring the free flow of water. The defences in Robertsbridge have been mobilised. This message will be updated by 6pm on 29/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 16:01
River Rother
In response to heavy overnight rainfall, river levels are still rising on reaches of the River Rother. However at this time it is not anticipated that properties will flood.
Flooding of low lying land and roads is still occurring. The forecast is for light rain tonight 28 January 2021 followed by a dry spell until Saturday 30 January when a new frontal system is forecast to arrive. This may bring high rainfall totals to already saturated catchments.
Members of the public are advised to avoid floodwater and also to keep abreast of updates to the forecast, as the catchment will react readily to small amounts of rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation and ensuring the free flow of water. The defences in Robertsbridge have been mobilised.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 11:10
River Rother
Following heavy overnight rainfall on wet catchments, river levels have risen on the River Rother. It is anticipated that levels will continue to rise through today, 28 January 2021. Property flooding is not expected, but low lying land and roads may be inundated through the day of 28 January 2021.
We are monitoring the situation and have teams patrolling the catchment. The forecast for tonight is for further light rainfall, with unsettled weather set to continue for several days to come.
Members of the public should avoid flood water and stay aware, as further information may be forthcoming.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 09:02
River Rother
River levels have risen and remain high as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, Shrub Lane and Robertsbridge. Further spells of rainfall are forecast later this afternoon, Thursday 21 January. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this evening, Thursday 21 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 18:39
River Rother
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding of roads and low lying land from 1am tomorrow, 21/01/2021. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane. Low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge. Further rainfall is forecast over the next until 2 am on 21/01/2021.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9am on 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2020 18:15
River Rother
River levels are now falling in most places, but remain high as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible overnight around Crowhurst Bridge and Etchingham but the risk of further flood impacts is reducing. Some showers, possibly wintery are possible overnight into Tuesday morning, but these are unlikely to result in a return to higher flood levels. Please avoid driving through floodwater. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated on Tuesday morning, 29 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2020 12:11
River Rother
The risk of flooding remains from the River Rother. Levels are currently high but should decline throughout Monday 28 December. Wintry showers are forecast today but these are unlikely to result in a return to higher flood levels. Please avoid driving through floodwater.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Monday 28 December.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 22:46
River Rother
River levels remain are falling but remain high as a result of heavy rainfall on Sunday morning. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected to continue overnight around Crowhurst Bridge, Etchingham and Robertsbridge into Monday 28 December. Further heavy showers are expected overnight which could cause river levels to rise again. We expect river levels to remain high throughout the day on Monday. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated on Monday afternoon 28 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 18:07
River Rother
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall expected tonight. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected from 07:00 am tomorrow, 27/12/20 from local rivers. We believe there is a possibility of flooding of low lying land and roads along the River Rother around Crowhurst Bridge, Etchingham and Robertsbridge. Impacts are expected to be limited to low lying land and roads along rivers in the area. However, if more rain falls than forecast, the outcome might be worse. We will monitor rainfall and provide updates early in the morning as required. Further rainfall is forecast later on Monday 28/12/20 and more details will follow later as necessary.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. The defences in Robertsbridge are partially deployed and ready to be raised as required.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 08:28
River Rother
River levels remain high throughout the Rother catchment in response to some heavy showers during Tuesday and Wednesday. The forecast is for dry weather on Thursday 24 December, continuing until the evening of Saturday 26 December, when further heavy rain is forecast. River levels are currently high but should begin to decline during the day. We do not expect flooding of property at this stage.
We are continuing to monitor the situation closely. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses in the area. This Flood Alert message will be updated by 4pm on Thursday 24 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 17:25
River Rother
River levels remain high throughout the Rother catchment in response to some heavy showers last night. Further rainfall is possible this evening and overnight which may result in flooding of low lying land close to the river, particularly in locations around Crowhurst Bridge and Etchingham. We do not expect flooding of property at this stage.
Further showers are possible during Thursday 24 December but the general situation is set to improve, becoming colder and drier into Christmas Day. We are continuing to monitor the situation closely. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses in the area. This Flood Alert message will be updated by 10am on Thursday 24 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 08:35
River Rother
River levels remain high and are rising again at Crowhurst Bridge in response to some heavy showers last night. Further flooding of low lying land close to the river is possible from later this afternoon, particularly in locations around Crowhurst Bridge and Etchingham.
Further heavy showers are expected during the day today which could continue into Thursday morning. We are continuing to monitor the situation closely. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses in the area. This Flood Alert message will be updated by 9pm this evening, Wednesday 23 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2020 17:03
River Rother
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall between Crowhurst Bridge and Robertsbridge. However, showers this evening could cause river levels to rise again. Further flooding of low lying land close to the river is therefore possible in locations around the Crowhurst Bridge, Etchingham and Robertsbridge areas overnight into Tuesday morning, 22 December.
Further heavy rainfall is also possible on Wednesday evening into Thursday morning, 24 December. We are continuing to monitor the situation closely. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses in the area. This Flood Alert message will be updated by 10am on Wednesday 23 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2020 10:03
River Rother
River levels are now starting to fall at Crowhurst Bridge and are peaking at Robertsbridge. Flooding of low lying land close to the river is possible in some locations around the Etchingham and Robertsbridge area this morning, Tuesday 22 December.
The forecast for today is largely dry but some isolated heavy showers are possible later in the day. We continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses in the area. This Flood Alert message will be updated by 5pm on Tuesday 22 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2020 20:14
River Rother
River levels are high as a result of heavy rainfall earlier on Monday 21 December. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river is possible overnight tonight, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge, Etchingham and Robertsbridge area. Property flooding is not expected.
Further showers are expected to clear overnight into Tuesday 22 December. We expect river levels to remain high until Tuesday afternoon, 22 December. We are monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses in the area. This Flood Alert message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday 22 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2020 12:43
River Rother
River levels are rising as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected from 2pm this afternoon, Monday 21 December. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge, Etchingham and Robertsbridge areas. Property flooding is not expected.
The rainfall is expected to clear this afternoon, but further heavy showers are possible this evening. We expect river levels to remain high until Tuesday afternoon, 22 December. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses in the area. This message will be updated by 9pm this evening, Monday 21 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2020 20:02
River Rother
The River Rother remains high around Newenden and Rye following heavy rain across East Sussex earlier in the week. The river levels are expected to continue to fall overnight into Sunday morning, 6 December. Some further showers this weekend may cause river levels to briefly rise again between Crowhurst and Robertsbridge during Sunday 6 December. However, no further flood conditions are expected. This Flood Alert will be updated by 10am on Sunday 6 December.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2020 08:31
River Rother
The River Rother remains relatively high following heavy rain across East Sussex earlier in the week. The level is showing early signs of dropping at Crowhurst Bridge, Etchingham and Robertsbridge. The level around Bodiam and Newenden will peak during Saturday morning. Any further rainfall over the weekend will not pose an additional flood risk. The outlook for the week ahead is largely dry. This Flood Alert will remain in force during Saturday 5 December but will probably be removed on Sunday.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2020 21:46
River Rother
The River Rother has responded to heavy rainfall last night and will remain high and fast-flowing into tomorrow, Saturday 5 December. Conditions are comparable to Monday 16 November. The level has peaked at Crowhurst, Etchingham and Robertsbridge and is expected to peak at Bodiam tonight. Further rain showers are forecast overnight and into Saturday 5 December although there remains some uncertainty on the location of this rainfall. We do not anticipate issuing a Flood Warning for property and this Flood Alert will be updated by 10am tomorrow, Saturday 5 December.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2020 16:58
River Rother
The River Rother has responded to further rainfall overnight and will remain high and fast flowing into tomorrow, Saturday 5 December. Conditions are comparable to Monday 16 November. The level has peaked at Crowhurst and Etchingham and should register at Robertsbridge late afternoon and at Bodiam this evening. We do not anticipate issuing a Flood Warning for property and this Flood Alert will be updated by 10pm this evening, Friday 4 December.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2020 07:58
River Rother
The River Rother has responded to further rainfall overnight and will remain high and fast flowing during the day, Friday 4 December. Conditions are comparable to Monday 16 November. The peak should register at Etchingham around late morning, at Robertsbridge around early afternoon and at Bodiam this evening. We do not anticipate issuing a Flood Warning for property and this Flood Alert will be updated by 5pm this evening, Friday 4 December.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2020 07:42
River Rother
The River Rother has responded to further rainfall overnight and will remain high and fast flowing during the day, Friday 4 December. Conditions are comparable to Sunday 16 November. The peak should register at Etchingham around late morning, at Robertsbridge around early afternoon and at Bodiam this evening. We do not anticipate issuing a Flood Warning for property and this Flood Alert will be updated by 5pm this evening, Friday 4 December.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Dec 2020 18:17
River Rother
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall during Thursday 3 December. Flooding of roads and low lying land is a possibility at any location near the river around Etchingham, Robertsbridge and Bodiam, and minor flooding is expected between 11:00 pm on Thursday 3 December and Friday evening. Peak levels will be similar to the flooding on 16 November 2020. The internal flooding of properties is not expected at this point. We currently expect river levels to stabilise on Friday but may rise again over the weekend with more wet weather due on Saturday. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing trash screens and checking on river structures. Please take care near the river and on flooded roads. This message will be updated by 08:00 am on Friday, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 16:37
River Rother
River levels have fallen over much of the catchment but will remain high on the lower reaches of the Rother catchment. Flooding of low lying land is possible overnight into Tuesday 17 November. No further significant rainfall is currently forecast and we do not expect flooding of property. This message will be updated by 10am on 17 November.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 07:39
River Rother
River levels remain high but are starting to fall following heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected to continue through to the afternoon Monday 16 November, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge, Etchingham and Robertsbridge. Flooding of property is not expected at this stage. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 6pm Monday 16 November or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 18:06
River Rother
River levels continue to rise following heavy rainfall today 15 November 2020. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected to continue through tonight, Sunday 15 November, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge, Etchingham and Robertsbridge area and into the afternoon on Monday 16 November 2020. Flooding of property is not expected at this stage. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 8am Monday 16 November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2020 07:39
River Rother
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected from 10:00 am this morning, Sunday 15 November, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge, Etchingham and Robertsbridge area. Flooding of property is not expected at this stage. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 4pm today or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Oct 2020 11:08
River Rother
River levels are high but steady as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of some low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane and some low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge. Heavy rainfall on Saturday night caused levels to rise, and this was sustained by intense downpours on Sunday evening.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated later today Monday 26/10/2020, if there is no more rain the alert will be cleared.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Oct 2020 19:13
River Rother
Scattered showers throughout the day, Sunday 25th October, have kept river levels on the Rother high. There is a further possibility of overnight showers, which may cause river levels to rise again leading to low lying footpaths, roads and farmland being flooded once more. Monday is expected to be a largely dry day and we expect river levels to then start to fall. Please remain aware of your surroundings and avoid locations close to the River Rother overnight where possible. This message will be updated by 10am, Monday 26th October, or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Oct 2020 09:06
River Rother
River levels are high and rising slowly in the upper catchment of the River Rother as a result of heavy overnight rainfall. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane. Also low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly around Etchingham and Robertsbridge. The forecast for today is for scattered sometimes heavy downpours
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. Be aware that as levels rise some footpaths and rural roads may become impassable.
This message will be updated later this afternoon 25/10/2020
Flood Alert issued on 7 Mar 2020 09:54
River Rother
River levels remain high in the lower catchment as a result of heavy rainfall on Thursday 5th March 2020. Flooding of low lying land and roads particularly between Robertsbridge and Rye is still possible during Saturday 7th March. Further rainfall is expected on Sunday morning 8th March. Our incident response staff are checking our defences and structures and clearing trash screens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This Flood Alert message will be updated by 6pm on Saturday 7th March.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Mar 2020 01:20
River Rother
River levels remain high in the lower catchment as a result of heavy rainfall on Thursday 5 March 2020. Flooding of low lying land and roads particularly between Robertsbridge and Rye is still possible during Saturday 7 March. Further rainfall is expected on Sunday morning 8 March. Our incident response staff are checking our defences and structures and clearing trash screens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This Flood Alert message will be updated by 10am on Saturday 7 March.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Mar 2020 16:24
River Rother
River levels remain high as a result of persistent heavy rainfall on Thursday 5 March 2020. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane, and for low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge. No further rainfall is forecast and river levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 2am on Saturday 7 March 2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Mar 2020 20:28
River Rother
River levels continue to rise along the Rother catchment as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible into, Friday 6th March. We believe there is also a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly around the Crowhurst Bridge area. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 3 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. This message will be updated by 10am tomorrow, Friday 6th March or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Mar 2020 13:15
River Rother
River levels are rising along the Rother catchment as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 4pm today, Thursday 5th March. We believe there is also a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly around the Crowhurst Bridge area. We do not expect flooding of property at this stage. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 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. This message will be updated by 8pm today, Thursday 5th March or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 18:49
River Rother
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall from Storm Dennis this weekend. Flooding of low lying land and roads, particularly between Robertsbridge and Rye, is still possible overnight into Tuesday morning, 18 February. Please avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded, and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are monitoring the situation and our incident response staff will continue to be out in this area, checking structures and clearing blockages where it is safe to do so. This message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday 18 February.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 05:25
River Rother
River levels have now peaked following heavy rainfall this weekend. This is expected to cause flooding of low lying land and farmland, particularly between Crowhurst Bridge and Robertsbridge. Please avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded, and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out checking structures and clearing blockages where it is safe to do so. This message will be updated by 6pm on Monday, 17 February.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 19:57
River Rother
River levels are very high in response to heavy rainfall this weekend. This is expected to cause flooding of low lying land and farmland, particularly between Crowhurst Bridge and Robertsbridge. River levels are currently expected to peak this evening, Sunday 16 February. Please avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded, and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation and are prepared to undertake full deployment of the temporary defences in Robertsbridge, if required. Our incident response staff are out checking structures and clearing blockages where it is safe to do so. This message will be updated by 6am on Monday, 17 February.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 05:44
River Rother
River levels have risen following heavy rainfall on Saturday night 15 February 2020 and are expected to react quickly to any further rainfall on Sunday morning, 16 February 2020. This may cause further flooding of low lying land and farmland, particularly between Crowhurst Bridge and Robertsbridge, on Sunday. River levels are currently expected to peak on Sunday evening, 16 February 2020, levels of flooding could increase until this time. Please avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded, and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please stay aware in case Flood Warnings are required. Our incident response staff are out checking structures and clearing blockages where it is safe to do so. This message will be updated by 5pm on Sunday 16 February.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 21:37
River Rother
River levels are rising and are expected to react to further heavy rainfall early on Sunday morning, 16 February. This will cause river levels to rise again significantly and cause further flooding of low lying land and farmland, particularly between Crowhurst Bridge and Robertsbridge, from 2am on Sunday morning 16 February. River levels are currently expected to peak on Sunday evening, 16 February. Please avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded, and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please stay aware in case further warnings are required. Our incident response staff are out over the weekend, checking structures and clearing blockages where it is safe to do so. This message will be updated by 12pm on Sunday, 16 February.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 16:12
River Rother
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Rother and local watercourses as a result of heavy rainfall today, Saturday 15 February, through until Sunday 16 February. This will cause river levels to rise again significantly and cause further flooding of low lying land and farmland, particularly between Crowhurst Bridge and Robertsbridge, from 10pm this evening, Saturday 15 February. Please avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded, and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out over the weekend, checking structures and clearing blockages where it is safe to do so. This message will be updated by 9pm on Saturday 15 February.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 09:17
River Rother
River levels have now fallen slightly following heavy rainfall earlier in the week. Storm Dennis is forecast to bring heavy rainfall from 2pm today, Saturday 15 February, through to Sunday evening, 16 February. This will cause river levels to significantly rise again and cause further flooding of low lying land and farmland between Crowhurst Bridge and Robertsbridge from 8pm this evening, Saturday 15 February. River levels will remain high through to Monday, 17 February. Please be prepared, avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation, clearing watercourses and liaising with our partners. This message will be updated by 6pm on 15 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2020 17:24
River Rother
River levels are now falling in most locations as a result of yesterday's heavy rainfall. However, flooding of low lying land and farmland is possible this evening and overnight into Saturday morning, 15 February. Please avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded, and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. Further light showers are possible this evening which could cause river levels to rise again during Saturday morning.
Storm Dennis will bring persistent heavy rainfall from Saturday afternoon through to Sunday evening. This will potentially bring a further significant response in river levels and cause further flooding impacts. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 10am on 15 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2020 08:39
River Rother
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall as a result of yesterday's heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue until mid afternoon today, 14/02/20. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the rivers, particularly on and around Etchingham and Robertsbridge.
Friday is expected to remain largely dry although heavy rain from Storm Dennis will see further impacts from Saturday.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking our defences and structures and are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the River Rother.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5pm this afternoon, 14/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 20:56
River Rother
River levels continue to rise in response to heavy rainfall earlier today, Thursday 13/02/2020. Flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river is expected to continue this evening, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area around Shrub Lane and near Robertsbridge. Property flooding is not expected. Further isolated showers are possible this evening but generally the weather conditions should remain relatively dry. Further rainfall is expected on Friday evening and we are expecting further impacts as a result of Storm Dennis over the weekend. Please avoid walking along low-lying farmland or footpaths near the watercourses. We are carefully monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 10am on 14/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 11:01
River Rother
River levels are rising in response to heavy rainfall earlier this morning, on Thursday 13/12/20. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river is expected, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane. Property flooding is not expected. Further isolated heavy showers are forecast during the day today. We currently expect river levels to peak between Crowhurst Bridge and Robertsbridge later this evening, but flooding of low lying land is likely to remain until Friday morning on 14/02/19. Please avoid walking along low lying farmland or footpaths near the watercourses. We are monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 9pm on 13/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 21:02
River Rother
River levels are expected to rise in response to heavy rainfall which is forecast overnight tonight into tomorrow morning, Thursday 13/12/20. There is a possibility of flooding for low-lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane. Flooding of properties is not expected.
We currently expect river levels to remain high until Friday morning, 14/02/19. Please avoid walking along low-lying farmland or footpaths near the watercourses. We are monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 10am on 13/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2020 20:09
River Rother
River levels have peaked but remain high following heavy rainfall yesterday, Monday 27th January. The risk of flooding remains for low lying land close to the River Rother, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area. No property flooding is expected. No further rainfall is forecast tonight or tomorrow morning, Wednesday 29th January. The situation is improving however we expect river levels to remain until tomorrow morning. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please take care in areas of risk close to the river. This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow, Wednesday 29th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2020 09:25
River Rother
River levels are still rising a result of heavy rainfall yesterday, Monday 27th January. The possibility of flooding remains for low lying land and roads close to the River Rother, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area. No property flooding is expected. No further rainfall is forecast today, Tuesday 28th January. We expect river levels to remain high throughout the morning today, but begin to drop this evening. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying land, roads and footpaths near the river, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 6pm today, Tuesday 28th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jan 2020 20:09
River Rother
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall today, Monday 27th January, and further heavy showers are forecast overnight tonight. We therefore believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the River Rother, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area. Rainfall is expected to ease tomorrow, Tuesday 28th January, however we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying land, roads and footpaths near the river, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10am, Tuesday 28th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2020 18:18
River Rother
River levels remain high as a result of rainfall overnight, Thursday 16th January. No further rainfall is forecast tonight, Friday 17th January, or tomorrow Saturday 18th January. Despite this, we believe there is still a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the River Rother. We do not expect property flooding. River levels will begin to fall overnight tonight and into tomorrow morning, Saturday 18th January. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out checking and clearing blockages and debris from rivers. Please avoid using low lying land, footpaths and roads near the River Rother, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9am, Saturday 18th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2020 09:53
River Rother
River levels have risen as a result of rainfall overnight, we expect river levels to peak this afternoon. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane and roads along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge. We do not expect property level flooding at this time. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking our defences and structures. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this afternoon (17/01/2020), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2020 16:51
River Rother
This is a pre-emptive alert based on forecast rain overnight from 09:00pm. River levels are forecast to rise overnight. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area and around Shrub Lane and roads along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking our defences and structures. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning (17/01/2020), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2020 17:14
River Rother
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall over the last 24 hours. We believe there is a possibility of flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and low lying land and roads along the River Rother, particularly around Robertsbridge. No further rainfall is forecast tonight, although further rainfall is forecast tomorrow afternoon 16/01/2020. We expect river levels to remain high overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking our defences and structures. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2020 10:44
River Rother
River levels have risen overnight as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and around Etchingham.
Further rainfall is rainfall is forecast until midday today (12:00), after which rainfall will ease. We expect river levels to remain high as a result of the heavy rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking our defences and structures and we have operational teams prepared to operate the Robersbridge defences if needed, however we do not currently expect the defences to be operated. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid using bridges over local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 8pm tonight.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 19:42
River Rother
River levels are forecast to continue to rise as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected between 11:00 pm Tuesday and 3:00pm Wednesday, 15/01/20. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the river, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and around Etchingham.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast until midday. We expect river levels to remain high until later afternoon on 15/01/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking our defences and structures and are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the River Rother.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 11:54
River Rother
River levels have risen as a result of persistent heavy rainfall overnight and are forecast to rise further based on forecast heavy rain later on Tuesday 14 January. This rain will continue overnight until daytime on Wednesday 15 January. Consequently, flooding of low lying roads and farmland is possible 6pm this evening 14 January, particularly in the Crowhurst Bridge area, around Shrub Lane and Etchingham.
Levels are likely to remain high throughout Wednesday 15 January. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking our defences and structures. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this evening by 9pm, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2019 19:07
River Rother
River levels in the River Rother have peaked and are starting to fall. The weather forecast is for less rainfall over the next few days, which will allow river levels to continue falling. Residents should remain vigilant and avoid flooded land or driving through flooded roads. We continue to monitor the situation. This message will be updated in the morning on Monday 23/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2019 06:08
River Rother
River levels in the River Rother are rising again following rainfall on Saturday evening. However, we do not expect the river to reach the levels that we saw on Friday 20 December. The weather forecast is for less rainfall over the next few days, which will allow river levels to start falling. Residents should remain vigilant and avoid flooded land or driving through flooded roads. We continue to monitor the situation. This message will be updated by 6pm on Sunday 22 December or as the situation changes.