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Flood Alert Info - Upper River Cam in Essex and Cambridgeshire
Upper River Cam in Essex and Cambridgeshire
River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades.
Current Flood Alert Status
No current warningArea Covered by this Flood Alert
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Flood Alert History
Number of historic Flood Alerts that have previously been recorded for this area.
Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
River Cam
River levels remain high today as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible on 18 February 2026. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. We are not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. Further rainfall is forecast today and tomorrow. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00am on Thursday 19 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels remain high today as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible on 17 February 2026. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. We are not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is dry today. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00am on Wednesday 18 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
River Cam
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 16 February 2026 . Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. We are not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is mostly dry early this week. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 16 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
River Cam
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 08 February 2026 Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. We are not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00am on Monday 09 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
River Cam
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 07 February 2026 Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. We are not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00am on Sunday 08 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
River Cam
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 06 February 2026 . Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 07 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
River Cam
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 28 January 2026 . Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. We are not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses . This message will be updated by 6:00PM on 28 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
River Cam
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 17 January 2026 . Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The weather forecast is improving, and we expect levels to start returning to normal soon. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses . This message will be updated by 16:00 on Saturday 17 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
River Cam
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 16 January 2026. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The weather forecast is improving, and we expect levels to start returning to normal soon. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses . This message will be updated by 10:00 on Saturday 17 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
River Cam
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 16 January 2026 . Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The weather forecast is improving, and we expect levels to start returning to normal soon. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses . This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 16 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
River Cam
Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. River levels remain high and steady as a result of heavy rainfall from Storm Goretti. Flooding is possible today and tonight 10 January 2026. The forecast is for light rain over the next few days and we expect levels to start returning to normal soon. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions and don’t put yourself or others at risk. This message will be updated by 10:00 on Sunday 11th January 2026 or as the situation changes.
River Cam
Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades.River levels remain high and steady as a result of heavy rainfall from Storm Goretti. Flooding is possible today 10 January 2026. The forecast is for light rain over the next few days and we expect levels to start returning to normal soon. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions and don’t put yourself or others at risk. This message will be updated by 16:00 on Saturday 10th January 2026 or as the situation changes.
River Cam
Rising river levels this afternoon may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 09 January 2026 . Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Flooding is possible today and overnight as a result of heavy rainfall from Storm Goretti. We are not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses . Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 10 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels are falling at Great Chesterford but remain high downstream following recent rainfall. Flooding is still possible today 09/01/25. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for no further rainfall in the next 72hrs. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm today, 09/01/25.
River Cam
River levels are falling at Great Chesterford but remain high downstream following recent rainfall. Flooding is still possible today 08/01/25. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for no further rainfall in the next 72hrs. River levels are expected to fall over the next 24hrs. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 09/01/25.
River Cam
River levels are currently below alert level at Great Chesterford. But, remain high and steady at Byrons Pool following recent rainfall. Flooding is still possible today 08/01/25. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for no further rainfall in the next 72hrs. River levels will remain high and could also lead to some surface water problems. River levels are expected to fall over the next 24hrs. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 6pm today, 08/01/25
River Cam
River levels are currently high but are falling following recent rainfall and snowmelt. Flooding is still possible today and overnight 07/01/25. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for no further rainfall in the next 72hrs. River levels are expected to continue to fall. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 08/01/25
River Cam
River levels are falling but remain high and steady following recent rainfall and snowmelt. Flooding is possible today 07/01/25. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for no further rainfall in the next 72hrs. River levels will remain high and could also lead to some surface water problems. River levels are expected to continue to fall. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 6pm today, 07/01/25
River Cam
River levels remain high and steady following recent rainfall and snowmelt. Flooding is possible today and overnight 06/01/25. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for no further rainfall in the next 48hrs. River levels will remain high and could also lead to some surface water problems. River levels are expected to fall over the next 24hrs. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 07/01/25
River Cam
River levels remain high and steady following recent rainfall and snowmelt. Flooding is possible today, Monday 06/01/25. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further light rainfall is expected today which will keep river levels high and could also lead to some surface water problems. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm today, 06/01/25.
River Cam
River levels are rising steadily in response to recent rainfall and snowmelt. Flooding is possible today and overnight, 05/01/25. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours which will see river levels keep rising and could also lead to some surface water problems. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 06/01/25.
River Cam
River levels are falling but remain high following rainfall from Storm Darragh. Flooding of low lying land is still possible this evening and into tomorrow, 11/12/2024. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is now dry, which will allow levels to continue to fall. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don’t put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Wednesday 11th December 2024.
River Cam
River levels are falling but remain high following rainfall from Storm Darragh. Flooding of low-lying land is still possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is now dry, which will allow levels to continue to fall. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don’t put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 6pm today, Tuesday 10 December 2024.
River Cam
River levels are falling but remain high following rainfall from Storm Darragh. Flooding is possible overnight and into tomorrow, Tuesday 10 December 2024. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is now dry, which will allow levels to continue to fall. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don’t put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Tuesday 10 December 2024.
River Cam
River levels are rising steadily in response to rainfall from Storm Darragh. Flooding is possible today and tomorrow. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is now dry which will allow levels to start falling later this week. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don’t put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 6pm today, Monday 9th December 2024.
River Cam
River levels are rising steadily in response to rainfall from Storm Darragh. Flooding is possible overnight and into tomorrow, Monday 9th December. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further light rainfall is forecast this evening which may see river levels rise further or stay high. The forecast is dry from tomorrow which will allow levels to start falling. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don’t put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Monday 9th December 2024.
River Cam
River levels are falling but remain high following recent rainfall. Flooding is possible today. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for drier conditions for the remainder of the week. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, Friday 04/10/2024.
River Cam
River levels are falling but remain high following recent rainfall. Flooding is possible today. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for drier conditions for the remainder of the week. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Thursday 03/10/2024.
River Cam
River levels are falling but remain high following recent rainfall. Flooding is possible today, 02/10/2024. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for drier conditions for the remainder of the week. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, Thursday 03/10/2024.
River Cam
River levels are rising steadily in response to recent rainfall. Flooding is possible today, 02/10/2024. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further light showers are expected this morning though drier conditions are forecast for the remainder of the week. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are continuing to monitor the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Wednesday 02/10/2024
River Cam
River levels dropping but remain high in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is still possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. No further rainfall is forecast tomorrow. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 25/05/2024.
River Cam
River levels dropping but remain high in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is still possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. No further rainfall is forecast tonight and will remain dry the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm today, 24/05/2024.
River Cam
River levels are rising steadily in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible tonight into tomorrow. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. No further rainfall is forecast tonight and will remain dry the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 24/05/2024.
River Cam
River levels are rising steadily in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible tonight into tomorrow. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. No further rainfall is forecast tonight and will remain dry the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 23/05/2024.
River Cam
River levels continue to fall but remain high downstream. This is in response to the rainfall on Sunday. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is dry with no significant rainfall for the next 24 hours. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm today, 30/04/2024.
River Cam
River levels are now falling but remain high downstream. This is in response to yesterday's rainfall. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is dry with no significant rainfall for the next 48 hours. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow morning, 30/04/2024.
River Cam
A flood alert has been issued. River levels remain high but are now falling in response to yesterdays rainfall. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is dry with no significant rainfall for the next 48 hours. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm today, 29/04/24.
River Cam
River levels are reacting in response to steady overnight rainfall. Flooding is possible over the next few hours and into this evening, 28/04/2024. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is improving and we expect river levels to peak soon. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow morning, 29/04/2024.
River Cam
River levels continue to fall but remain high further downstream. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for drier conditions over the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, Tuesday 27th February 2024, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels continue to fall but remain high further downstream. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for drier conditions over the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We will update this message by 5pm today, Monday 26th February 2024, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels are falling slowly but remain high further downstream. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for drier conditions over the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, Monday 26th February 2024, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels are falling but remain high further downstream. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for drier conditions over the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today. Sunday 25th February 2024.
River Cam
River levels are falling but remain high further downstream. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for no rainfall today, Saturday 24th February. There is potential for rain tomorrow. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow. Sunday 25th February 2024, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels are falling but remain high further downstream. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for no rainfall today, Saturday 24th February. There is potential for rain tomorrow. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm today, Saturday 24th February 2024, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels are falling but remain responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for further light rainfall today and tomorrow. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Saturday 24th February 2024, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels remain high and responsive to yesterdays rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for further light rainfall today and tomorrow. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm today, Friday 23rd February 2024, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels remain high and responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for further rainfall today which could see river levels rise. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Friday 23rd February 2024, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels remain high and responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for further rainfall today which could see river levels rise. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 6pm today, Thursday 22nd February 2024, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels remain high after recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for further rainfall today and tomorrow, which will likely see river levels rise again. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Thursday 22nd February 2024.
River Cam
River levels are steadily falling after recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for further rainfall today and tomorrow which may see river levels rise again. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Wednesday 21st February 2024.
River Cam
River levels remain high after recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for further rainfall on Wednesday and Thursday which may see river levels rise again. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Wednesday 21st February 2024.
River Cam
River levels remain high after recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for drier conditions today though further rainfall is expected later this week which may keep levels high. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Tuesday 20th February 2024.
River Cam
River levels remain high after recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. No significant rainfall is forecast for the rest of today and tomorrow. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Tuesday 20th February 2024.
River Cam
River levels remain high after recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Today will be largely dry with sunny intervals. No significant rainfall is forecast for today and tomorrow. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Monday 19th February 2024.
River Cam
River levels are high in response to Saturday night’s rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for drier conditions on Sunday evening through to Tuesday. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Monday 19th February 2024.
River Cam
River levels are rising steadily in response to the overnight rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further rainfall is expected during Sunday though drier conditions are expected on Monday. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Sunday 18th February.
River Cam
River levels are expected to rise overnight tonight with the forecast rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for potential heavy and persistent rainfall on Saturday night and into Sunday morning. Drier conditions will follow for the rest of the weekend. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Sunday 18th February.
River Cam
Whilst river levels are falling in the upper catchment, they remain high further downstream in response to recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further rain is forecast for Thursday 15th February. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Wednesday 14th February 2024.
River Cam
Whilst river levels are falling in the upper catchment, they remain high further downstream in response to recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Light rainfall is possible over the next two days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Tuesday 13th February 2024.
River Cam
River levels remain high after recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Light rainfall is forecast over the next few days. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Tuesday 13th February 2024.
River Cam
River levels remain high after recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Light rainfall is forecast over the next few days. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Monday 12th February 2024.
River Cam
River levels remain high after recent rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Light rainfall is forecast over the next few days. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Monday 12th February 2024.
River Cam
River levels are rising again in response to last night’s rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further light rainfall is possible over the next few days. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Sunday 11th February 2024.
River Cam
River levels are falling at Great Chesterford but remain high further downstream and will be responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further rainfall is possible over the next 24 hours. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Sunday 11th February 2024.
River Cam
River levels remain high and will be responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further rainfall is possible. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Saturday 10th February 2024.
River Cam
River levels are rising steadily in response to rainfall on Thursday 8 February. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. With further rain today, river levels are expected to remain high. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, Saturday 10th February 2024.
River Cam
River levels are rising steadily in response to rainfall on Thursday 8 February. Flooding is possible. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. With further rain today, river levels are expected to remain high. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Friday 9th February 2024.
River Cam
River levels are rising steadily in response to today’s rainfall. Flooding is possible into tomorrow, Friday 9th February 2024. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. With further rain this evening continuing until the early hours of Friday morning, river levels are expected to rise further. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Friday 9th February 2024.
River Cam
River levels continue to fall but remain high following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. No further rain is forecast in the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 5pm today, Tuesday 09/01/2024.
River Cam
River levels continue to fall but remain high following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. No further rain is forecast in the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, Tuesday 09/01/2024.
River Cam
River levels are falling but remain high following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. No further rain is forecast in the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 5pm today, Monday 08/01/2024.
River Cam
River levels are falling but remain high following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. No further rain is forecast in the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, Monday 08/01/2024.
River Cam
River levels are falling but remain high following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. No further rain is forecast in the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 5pm today, Sunday 07/01/2024.
River Cam
River levels are falling but remain high following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. No further rain is forecast in the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow morning, Sunday 07/01/2024.
River Cam
River levels are falling but remain high following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. No further rain is forecast in the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 5pm today, 06/01/2024.
River Cam
River levels are high, but steady following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. No further rain is forecast in the next few days. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 06/01/2024.
River Cam
River levels are rising steadily in response to heavy rainfall overnight. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further light rainfall is expected over the next 12 hours which will keep river levels high. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 5pm today, 05/01/2024.
River Cam
River levels are falling steadily but remain high following heavy rainfall from Storm Henk. Flooding is expected. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for further rainfall this evening, and into Friday. River levels will react again. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 05/01/2024.
River Cam
River levels are falling steadily but remain high following heavy rainfall from Storm Henk. Flooding is expected. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for further rainfall this evening, and into Friday. River levels will react again. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 6pm today, 04/01/2024.
River Cam
River levels are falling but remain high following heavy rainfall from Storm Henk. Flooding is expected. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The forecast is for light rainfall, then mostly dry for several days which should allow river levels to continue falling. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, 04/01/2024.
River Cam
River levels remain high and steady in response to heavy rainfall from Storm Henk. Flooding is expected. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further light rain is expected today, then mostly dry for several days which will see river levels begin to fall. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 6pm today, 03/01/2024.
River Cam
River levels are rising steadily in response to rainfall from Storm Henk. Flooding is expected. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further rainfall is expected through today which will keep river levels high. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 9an tomorrow, 03/01/2024.
River Cam
River levels are continuing to fall after Tuesday’s rainfall. Flooding of low-lying land is possible during the next few days. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The weather forecast reamains unsettled but mostly dry for several days, which should allow river levels to continue to fall. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10 am tomorrow, 22/12/23.
River Cam
River levels are falling after Tuesday’s rainfall. Flooding of low-lying land is possible during the next few days. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The weather forecast remains unsettled but mostly dry for several days, which should allow river levels to continue to fall. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 5 pm today, 21/12/23.
River Cam
River levels remain high after yesterday’s rainfall. Flooding of low-lying land is possible during the next few days. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The weather forecast remains unsettled but mostly dry for several days, which should allow river levels to start falling soon. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10 am tomorrow, 21/12/23.
River Cam
River levels are high in response to yesterday’s rainfall. Flooding of low-lying land is possible during the next few days. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The weather forecast is unsettled but mostly dry for several days, which should allow river levels to start falling soon. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 6pm today, 20/12/23.
River Cam
River levels are rising steadily in response to rainfall overnight and today. Flooding of low lying land is possible during the next few days. Areas most at risk are those around the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. The weather forecast is unsettled but mostly dry for several days, which should allow river levels to start falling soon. Take care on riverside roads and footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and are not expecting it to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, 20/12/23.
River Cam
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.
River Cam
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.
River Cam
River levels are high and holding steady at the Great Chesterford river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further rain is forecast for the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated this afternoon, 15/03/23, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels are high at the Great Chesterford river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further rain is forecast over the rest of the week. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/03/23, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels are high and holding steady at the Great Chesterford river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades Further rain is forecast for the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated this afternoon, 14/03/23, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels are high but falling at the Great Chesterford river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Flooding is affecting River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further rain is forecast for the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 14/03/23, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels are high but falling at the Great Chesterford river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Flooding is affecting River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further rain is forecast for the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated this afternoon, 13/03/23, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels are high and holding steady the Great Chesterford river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further rain is forecast for the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 13/03/23, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels are high but falling at the Great Chesterford river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Flooding is affecting River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further rain is forecast for the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated this afternoon, 12/03/23, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels are high but falling at the Great Chesterford river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Flooding is affecting River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further light rain is forecast for the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 12/03/23, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Great Chesterford river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Flooding is affecting River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further light rain is forecast for the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated this afternoon, 11/03/23, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels are rising at the Great Chesterford river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible today, 10/03/23. Flooding is affecting the River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 11/03/23, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels have risen at the Great Chesterford river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible today, 10/03/23. Flooding is affecting River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated this afternoon, 10/03/23, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels have risen at the Great Chesterford river gauge as a result of rainfall Sunday 8th. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further rainfall is forecast Tuesday 9th. We expect river levels to remain high and there may be an increase in response to further rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
River Cam
River levels have risen at the Great Chesterford river gauge as a result of rainfall yesterday. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 09/01/23. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow. We expect river levels to remain high today and there may be an increase in response to rainfall tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this afternoon, 09/01/23, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels remain high at the Great Chesterford river gauge following Sunday’s heavy rainfall. As a result, flooding of roads and farmland is possible throughout Monday night, 21/02/22. We expect flooding to affect River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. No further rainfall is forecast. We expect river levels to remain high throughout Monday night into Tuesday morning, 22/02/22. Please plan driving routes to 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. This message will be updated Tuesday morning, 22/02/22, or as the situation changes.
River Cam
River levels have risen at the Great Chesterford river gauge as a result of Sunday’s heavy rainfall. As a result, flooding of roads and farmland is possible throughout Monday, 21/02/22. We expect flooding to affect River Cam from Newport to Whittlesford including the Slades. No further rainfall is forecast. We expect river levels to remain high throughout Monday, 21/02/22. Please plan driving routes to 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. This message will be updated Monday evening, 21/02/22, or as the situation changes.