Flood Alert Info - The River Stour from Sudbury to Stratford St Mary and Dedham
Area Description
The River Stour from Sudbury to Dedham, including Henny Street, Lamarsh, Bures, Nayland and Stratford St Mary.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Flood Alert History
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 23 May 2024 09:04
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely throughout Thursday 23rd May 2024. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for a couple of dry days followed by potentially heavy rain on Sunday. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate. We will update this message by 10am on Friday 24th May, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2024 09:15
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Saturday 24th February. River levels remain high following recent rainfall, but should slowly fall over the next couple of days. Areas most at risk are low-lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. The forecast is for no significant rainfall on Saturday 24th or Sunday 25th February. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Sunday 25th February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2024 10:35
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely to continue today, Monday 19 February 2024. We are currently seeing higher river levels than normal. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. The forecast is for light showers this morning, Monday 19 February, which are expected to clear by lunchtime leaving the rest of the day dry. Tuesday 20 February is expected to be a dry day. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message on Tuesday 20 February 2024, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 17:01
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely, in response to the rain that has fallen last night and this morning, Sunday 18 February 2024. River levels remain high in response to the rainfall. Areas most at risk are low-lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate. The forecast is for a generally improving weather picture through this evening, but with the chance of the odd shower pushing through the catchment. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message on Monday 19 February 2024, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2024 10:14
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely to continue today, Tuesday 13 February 2024. We are currently seeing higher river levels than normal in response to the recent rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. The forecast is for mainly dry conditions today and tomorrow. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message tomorrow, Wednesday 14 February 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2024 11:26
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely to continue today, Monday 12 February 2024. We are currently seeing higher river levels than normal. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate. The forecast is for a dry day today, with light rainfall possible tomorrow. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message tomorrow, Tuesday 13 February.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 10:03
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today Sunday 11th February 2024. We are currently seeing higher river levels than normal. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. Rain is expected throughout Sunday which may be persistent and locally heavy in places. The forecast is for drier conditions as we move into next week. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message tomorrow, Monday 12th February 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 11:19
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Saturday 10th February 2024. We are currently seeing higher river levels than normal in response to the rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. The forecast is for further rainfall expected overnight. Catchments are already saturated and it is likely that rivers will respond. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message tomorrow, Sunday 11th February 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 08:24
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Friday 9th February 2024. The River Stour is rising steadily in response to the rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. The forecast is for further rainfall and isolated showers throughout today and remaining unsettled into the weekend. Catchments are already saturated and it is likely that rivers will respond. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message tomorrow, Saturday 10th February 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2024 10:52
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Monday 8th January. River levels are currently high, but are expected to start to drop back down over the next few days. The weather forecast is improving, and we expect levels to start returning to normal soon. The forecast is for predominantly dry conditions for the next few days with some isolated showers possible. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message tomorrow, Tuesday 9th January.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2024 10:47
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Sunday 7th January 2024. We are currently seeing higher river levels than normal in response to recent rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. The forecast is for predominantly dry weather for the next few days. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message tomorrow, Monday 8th January.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 13:42
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Saturday 6th January. River levels are currently high, but are expected to start to drop back down to more normal levels later tomorrow. The weather forecast is improving, and we expect levels to start returning to normal over the next few days. The forecast is for predominantly dry conditions for the next few days with some isolated showers possible into the weekend. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message tomorrow, Sunday 7th January.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 13:43
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today Friday 5th January 2024. River levels are currently high as the river responds to overnight rainfall. River levels will likely continue to rise this afternoon. The forecast is for showers to get more scattered and less intense as we move into drier weather over the weekend. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message tomorrow, Saturday 6th January.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 14:14
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Thursday 4th January, and tomorrow, Friday 5th January. River levels are currently high in places, and will remain responsive to further rainfall. The forecast is for potentially heavy rainfall overnight tonight, and into tomorrow. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message tomorrow, Friday 5th January 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 14:10
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Wednesday 3rd January, and into tomorrow. River levels are rising steadily in response to the recent rainfall on saturated ground, but should stabilise soon. The forecast is for continued unsettled weather over the next couple of days with further rain showers through the week. It is likely that we may need to issue more warning messages for a wider area over the next few days. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message tomorrow, Thursday 4th January 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 17:05
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely through this evening and overnight until tomorrow, Wednesday 3 January. River levels are rising steadily in response to the recent rainfall on saturated ground but should stabilise soon. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas along the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for continued unsettled weather over the next couple of days with further rain showers through the week. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate. We will update this message tomorrow morning, Wednesday 3 January.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2023 13:04
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Monday 6 November 2023. River levels are beginning to drop, but will remain responsive to further rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. The forecast is for largely dry conditions with occasional showers today. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2023 09:38
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today Sunday 5 November 2023. River levels are currently high, but are expected to start to drop back down to more normal levels later today. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. The forecast is for dry conditions today, which will allow river levels to start returning to normal. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message on Monday 6 November 2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2023 09:19
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely from now until tomorrow morning, Sunday 5 November. River levels are beginning to drop, but will remain responsive to further rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. The forecast is for continued unsettled weather over the next couple of days. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message tomorrow, Sunday 5 November.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2023 13:12
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Friday 3 November 2023. River levels are beginning to drop, but will remain responsive to further rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. The forecast is for largely dry conditions with occasional showers today. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message on Saturday 4 November 2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2023 10:15
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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 20 Oct 2023 15:35
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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 13 Mar 2023 09:36
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Monday 13 March. River levels are currently high, but are expected to start to drop back down to more normal levels later today. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for further unsettled weather through the week. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate. We will update this message by 5pm Monday 13 March or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2023 09:25
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Sunday 12 March. River levels are currently high, but are expected to start to drop back down to more normal levels today. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for some rain expected overnight and the next few days are likely to be unsettled. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate. We will update this message by 10am Monday 13 March or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2023 17:40
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Saturday 11 March. River levels are currently high, but are expected to start to drop back down to more normal levels through tomorrow. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. There is a small band of rain passing across this evening and another band of rain Sunday evening into Monday. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate. We will update this message by 9am Sunday 12 March or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2023 09:59
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Saturday 11 March. River levels remain high in some areas and will remain responsive to further rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for no further rainfall during today. There is a small band of rain passing across this evening and another band of rain Sunday evening into Monday. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate. We will update this message by 5pm this evening, Saturday 11 March or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2023 14:04
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely through today, Friday 10 March. River levels are gradually rising, and will remain responsive to further rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for a brief spell of rain later today followed by a dry spell overnight and during tomorrow, but then further rain pushing in Saturday evening into Sunday. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message by 9am tomorrow, Saturday 11 March.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2021 11:49
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today and into tomorrow, Sunday 12th December 2021. We are currently seeing high river levels on the River Stour which are likely to rise further later today. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas of the River Stour between Sudbury and Dedham. The forecast is for further rain this afternoon and overnight which is likely to cause river levels to rise again. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message by 11am Sunday 12th December 2021 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 09:36
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely over the next few hours and into this afternoon, Saturday 30 January. River levels are high in response to recent rainfall. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill’ We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate. The forecast is for some heavy rainfall this morning and into the afternoon, with no further significant rain forecast tomorrow. Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message by 9am tomorrow.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 07:45
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely over the rest of today and into tomorrow, Saturday 30 January. River levels are currently high due to recent rainfall. River levels are expected to remain high, and responsive to further rainfall. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for continued unsettled weather over the next couple of days. Take care on riverside footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 17:05
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely overnight tonight, Thursday 28th January. River levels remain high, due to high groundwater levels as the water moves through the catchment in response to recent rainfall. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill’ We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for some heavy rainfall this evening Thursday 28th January, with no further significant rain forecast tomorrow. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 18:35
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely tonight, Monday 18th January 2021. River levels are beginning to drop, but will remain responsive to further rainfall. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. The forecast is for rain to move across the region this evening followed by heavy and persistent rain from Tuesday evening through until Thursday morning. This is likely to cause the river levels to once again become elevated. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message by 09:00 Tuesday 19th January 2021.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 09:32
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely throughout today, and into this evening, Monday 18th January. River levels are remaining high as the water moves through the system in response to the recent rainfall. River levels will respond to the further rainfall expected. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate. The forecast is for a dry day for most of Monday, but persistent rainfall will arrive Monday evening and throughout the night and into Tuesday morning. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary, and no later than 6pm on Monday 18th January.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2021 18:08
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely through this evening and overnight, Sunday 17th January. River levels are remaining high as the water moves through the system in response to the recent rainfall and snow melt. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate. The forecast is for dry conditions through until tomorrow afternoon when further rainfall is expected. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary, and no later than 10am on Monday 18th January.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2021 08:02
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely throughout today, and into this evening, Sunday 17th January. River levels are remaining high as the water moves through the system in response to the recent rainfall and snow melt. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate. The forecast is for dry conditions today and through until tomorrow afternoon where further rainfall is expected. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary, and no later than 6pm on Sunday 17th January.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 17:51
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely overnight tonight, Saturday 16th January 2021. River levels remain high and responsive to further rainfall and snowmelt. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. The forecast is for a dry day tomorrow, Sunday 17th January 2021, followed by further rainfall from Monday. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message by 09:00 Sunday 17th January 2021.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 07:46
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely throughout today, Saturday 16th January. River levels are currently high and will remain high over the next few days, and responsive to further rainfall. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate. The forecast is for persistent rain and snow showers this morning, with more settled weather for later today and tomorrow. Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary, and no later than 6pm on Saturday 16th January.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 18:59
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Friday 15th January 2021 and over the next few days. River levels remain high and responsive to further rainfall. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. The forecast is for a cold dry night tonight, Friday 15th January 2021. Snow is expected to fall during tomorrow which could further elevate levels. Sunday and Monday are likely to remain dry before another weather front crosses the country on Tuesday. Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message by 09:00 on Saturday 16th January 2021.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 07:53
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely over the next few hours and into this evening, Friday 15th January. River levels are high and continue to rise in response to the recent rainfall working its way through the system. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for dry conditions today, which will allow river levels to lower, however, further heavy rainfall expected throughout Saturday. Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary, and no later than 6pm on Friday 15th January.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 20:00
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely tonight, Thursday 14th January 2021. River levels are high and continuing to rise following the rainfall today. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. The forecast is for more settled weather tomorrow which should allow levels to begin to fall, however more rain is expected Saturday. Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message by 10:00, Friday 15th January 2021.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 13:46
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely over the next few hours and into this evening, Thursday 14th January. River levels are high and expected to continue to rise in response to the rainfall. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. It is likely that we may need to issue more warning messages for a wider area, over the next few hours. The forecast is for persistent rain this morning and into the afternoon, more settled on Friday but with further rainfall on Saturday. Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary, and no later than 8pm on Thursday 14th January.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 08:40
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely for Sunday 27th December 2020 through to Monday 28th December 2020. River levels are expected to continue to rise. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. The forecast is for showers to get more scattered and less intense as we move into more settled weather. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 16:49
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely for the evening of Saturday 26th December through to Sunday 27th December 2020. River levels are beginning to drop, but will remain responsive to further rainfall. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road, and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. The forecast is for some heavy rainfall expected during the early hours of 27th December, which will pass quickly, but which may be intense and could lead to river levels beginning to rise again and some surface water problems. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 09:08
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely for Saturday 26th December 2020. River levels are beginning to drop, but will remain responsive to further rainfall. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill’. The forecast is for dry conditions today, which will allow river levels to start returning to normal. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2020 07:33
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely for Friday 25th December. River levels are beginning to drop, but will remain responsive to further rainfall. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. The forecast is for continued unsettled weather over the next couple of days. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message by 11am tomorrow morning.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 19:17
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely through the evening and overnight into Friday 25th December. River levels are expected to continue to rise. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill’. The forecast is for dry conditions today, which will allow river levels to start returning to normal. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 08:57
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely throughout today, Thursday 24th December. River levels are currently high, but are expected to start to drop back down to more normal levels later today following the rain overnight. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate. The forecast is for showers today moving into more settled weather over the next few days. Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary by 6pm on Thursday 24th December.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2020 16:28
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely from now until tomorrow afternoon, Tuesday 8th December. River levels are currently high, but are expected to start to drop back down to more normal levels later tomorrow. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road, and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for dry conditions overnight, which will allow river levels to start returning to normal. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation, and will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Tuesday 8th December.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2020 09:43
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is still likely over the next few hours and into this evening, Monday 7th December. River levels are currently high, but are expected to start to drop back down to more normal levels later today. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for dry conditions today, which will allow river levels to start returning to normal. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation, and will update this message by 5pm today, Monday 7th December.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2020 16:35
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is still likely over the rest of today, and into tomorrow, Monday 7th December. River levels are currently high due to recent rainfall. River levels are expected to remain high today, and will take a few days to return to normal. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road, and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for dry conditions tonight and tomorrow, which will allow river levels to start returning to normal. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation, and will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Monday 7th December.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2020 09:44
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This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely over the next few hours and into this evening, Sunday the 6th of December. River levels are currently high due to the recent rainfall. River levels are expected to remain high today and tomorrow, and responsive to any further rainfall Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for occasional light showers through today Sunday the 6th of December. Take care on riverside footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message by 5pm Sunday the 6th of December.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2020 17:18
Stour
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely from now until tomorrow morning, Sunday 6th December. River levels are currently high due to the recent rainfall. Upstream levels are expected to start to drop back down to more normal levels later today but some downstream levels may remain high and responsive to any further rainfall. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for further light rainfall tonight and through Sunday 6th December. Take care on riverside footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Sunday 6th December.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2020 08:58
Stour
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely over the next few hours, and into the afternoon, Saturday 5th December. River levels are currently high due to the rainfall over the last few days, and are expected to continue to rise. Areas most affected are Sky Hall Hill Road, Wick Road and Lower Farm Road around Boxted Mill. It is likely that we may need to issue more warning messages over the next few hours. The forecast is for the possibility of further light showers today and into tomorrow, Sunday 6th December. Take care on riverside footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message by 5pm today, Saturday 5th December.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2019 09:41
Stour
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas. River levels are beginning to drop but will remain responsive to further rainfall. The forecast for Sunday 22 December 2019, is to be largely dry. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate. Take care on riverside footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation.