Flood Warning Info - The River Wid from Ingatestone, to and including, Writtle
Area Description
The River Wid from Ingatestone to Writtle, including Margaretting.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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There are no Flood Warnings currently in force for this area. See below for historical flood warnings.
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Flood Warning History
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 17 Nov 2022 21:16
Wid
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely overnight tonight and into tomorrow morning. River levels are stable but will remain responsive to further rainfall. Areas most at risk are Stock Lane in Ingatestone, properties at Hylands Mill, and around Writtle Bridge. The weather forecast is for further light rain this evening and overnight. The forecast is for further unsettled spells over the next few days. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Friday 18th November.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Nov 2022 13:05
Wid
This message has been issued because there may be some issues with surface water flooding and difficult driving conditions for the rest of today into tomorrow morning. River levels are expected to continue to rise. Areas most at risk are Stock Lane in Ingatestone, properties at Hylands Mill, and around Writtle Bridge. The weather forecast is for further rain today and for continued unsettled weather over the next couple of days. Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message by midnight tonight, Thursday 17 November.