Flood Alert Info - Middle River Roding
Area Description
The Middle River Roding including Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill.
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 10 Dec 2024 16:40
River Roding
River levels are now falling but still remain high on the River Roding due to recent heavy rainfall caused by Storm Darragh.
Flooding may continue to affect locations near the River Roding today, Tuesday 10th December, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane. Property flooding is not expected at this time.
The forecast for the coming 3 days is mostly dry with no heavy rainfall so we expect river levels to continue falling and the risk of flooding will reduce.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10am on Wednesday 11th December, or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2024 09:28
River Roding
River levels remain high on the River Roding due to recent heavy rainfall caused by Storm Darragh.
Flooding may continue to affect locations near the River Roding today, Tuesday 10th December, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane. Property flooding is not expected at this time.
The forecast for the coming 3 days is mostly dry with no heavy rainfall but river levels are expected to remain high for a number of days.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 6pm on Tuesday 10th December, or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2024 16:38
River Roding
River levels remain high on the River Roding due to recent heavy rainfall caused by Storm Darragh.
Flooding may continue to affect locations near the River Roding, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane. Property flooding is not expected at this time.
The forecast for the coming 3 days is mostly dry with no heavy rainfall but river levels are expected to remain high for a number of days.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday 10th December, or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2024 09:22
River Roding
River levels remain high on the River Roding due to recent heavy rainfall caused by Storm Darragh.
Flooding may continue to affect locations near the River Roding, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane.
From this morning, Monday 9th December, the forecast is drier but river levels may remain high for a number of days.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 5pm on Monday 9th December, or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2024 16:42
River Roding
River levels remain high and are steadily rising on the River Roding due to recent heavy rainfall caused by Storm Darragh.
Flooding may continue to affect locations near the River Roding, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane.
The forecast is unsettled for the remainder of today, Sunday 8th December, but the likelihood of more heavy rain is unlikely. From tomorrow, Monday 9th December, the forecast is drier but river levels may remain high for a number of days.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10am on Monday 9th December, or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2024 09:56
River Roding
River levels remain high and are steadily rising on the River Roding due to recent heavy rainfall caused by Storm Darragh.
Flooding may continue to affect locations near the River Roding, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane.
The forecast is unsettled for today, Sunday 8th December, with heavy patches possible at times. From tomorrow, the forecast is drier and we expect river levels to start falling.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Sunday 8th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2024 17:21
River Roding
River levels remain high on the River Roding due to recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding may continue to affect locations near the River Roding, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane.
The forecast is unsettled for the rest of the weekend with heavy patches possible at times, especially tomorrow, Sunday 8th December.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10am on Sunday 8th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2024 09:55
River Roding
River levels remain high on the Roding due to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding may continue to affect locations near the River Roding, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane. The forecast is unsettled for the rest of the weekend with heavy patches possible at times, especially tomorrow, Sunday 8th December. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 6pm on Saturday 7th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2024 16:33
River Roding
River levels are rising on the River Roding due to heavy rainfall last night and this morning, Friday 6th December. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane. Weather conditions are expected to be unsettled throughout the weekend with periods of heavy rainfall. This could cause river levels to rise further and remain high for several days. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10am on Saturday 7th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Nov 2024 09:01
River Roding
River levels remain high on the Roding due to recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding may continue to affect locations near the River Roding, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane.
The forecast is dry for the next few days and no further flooding is expected. Some rain showers may occur on Sunday.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Friday 29th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2024 17:04
River Roding
River levels remain high on the Roding due to recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding may continue to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane.
The forecast is dry for the next few days and no further flooding is expected.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10am on Friday 29th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2024 08:40
River Roding
River levels remain high on the Roding due to recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding may continue to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane.
The forecast is dry for the next few days and no further flooding is expected.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Thursday 28th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2024 15:06
River Roding
River levels are rising on the Roding due to heavy rainfall this morning, Wednesday 27th November.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane.
Weather conditions are expected to improve this afternoon, and no further flooding is expected.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10am on Thursday 28th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 18:32
River Roding
River levels are now falling steadily as rainfall eases.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages; Ongar Road; Roding Road and Roding Lane.
The forecast is dry for tomorrow.
River levels are now falling steadily, but the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 23/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 07:22
River Roding
River levels are rising rapidly on the Roding.
Areas most at risk include Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road, and Roding Lane.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast this morning. We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm on 22/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Apr 2024 12:38
River Roding
River levels are rising on the Roding due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Hillmans Cottages; Ongar Road; Roding Road; and Roding Lane.
Potential light rainfall is forecast this afternoon.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 29/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2024 17:53
River Roding
River levels remain high on the River Roding.
Flooding will continue to affect low lying land near the River Roding, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am tomorrow, Friday 15th March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2024 09:33
River Roding
River levels remain high on the River Roding.
Flooding will continue to affect low lying land near the River Roding, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 6pm this evening, Thursday 14th March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2024 16:15
River Roding
River levels are rising on the River Roding due to recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Roding, with low lying land most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane.
No further rainfall is forecast throughout today, but showers are forecast for Thursday 14th March.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on Thursday 14th March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2024 17:45
River Roding
River levels have been falling steadily on the Roding after the heavy rainfall earlier in the week.
River levels are falling at the Abridge and Loughton gauges, however further rain is forecast this evening therefore the flood risk remains to low lying land.
No property flooding is expected.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10 AM on 26/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2024 09:53
River Roding
River levels are falling steadily on the Roding after the recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages; Ongar Road; Roding Road and Roding Lane.
River levels are starting to fall at the Abridge and Loughton gauges, however further rain is forecast today.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 6 PM on 25/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2024 18:18
River Roding
River levels are falling steadily on the Roding after the recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages; Ongar Road; Roding Road and Roding Lane.
River levels are starting to fall at the Abridge and Loughton gauges, however further rain is forecast tomorrow.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10 AM on 25/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2024 10:08
River Roding
River levels are falling steadily on the Roding after the recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages; Ongar Road; Roding Road and Roding Lane.
No further significant rainfall is forecast today.
River levels are starting to fall at the Abridge and Loughton gauges.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 6 PM on 24/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 16:27
River Roding
River levels are high but stable on the Roding due to heavy rainfall yesterday.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages; Ongar Road; Roding Road and Roding Lane.
No further significant rainfall is forecast.
River levels are high at the Abridge and Loughton gauges.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10 AM on 24/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 09:06
River Roding
River levels are high but stable on the Roding due to heavy rainfall yesterday.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages; Ongar Road; Roding Road and Roding Lane.
No further significant rainfall is forecast.
River levels have peaked at the Abridge and Loughton gauges.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5PM on 23/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 17:38
River Roding
River levels are rising steadily on the Roding due to heavy rainfall today.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages; Ongar Road; Roding Road and Roding Lane.
No further significant rainfall is forecast overnight.
River levels are rising steadily at the Abridge and Loughton gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 23/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2024 17:39
River Roding
River levels are high and falling slowly on the Roding due to recent heavy rainfall.
Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow, Wednesday 21st February.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Wednesday 21st February, or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2024 09:37
River Roding
River levels are high and falling slowly on the Roding due to recent heavy rainfall.
Further rainfall is forecast on Wednesday 21st February.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Tuesday 20th February, or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2024 17:27
River Roding
River levels are high and falling slowly on the Roding due to recent heavy rainfall.
No further rainfall is forecast until Wednesday 21st February.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday 20th February, or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2024 08:52
River Roding
River levels are high and rising on the Roding due to recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Roding from 9am on Monday 19th February, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages; Ongar Road; Roding Road and Roding Lane.
Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the day.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Monday 19th February, or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2024 17:27
River Roding
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the Roding.
Potential further rainfall is forecast overnight.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 13/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2024 09:49
River Roding
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the Roding due to rainfall.
Potential further rainfall is forecast throughout the day.
No further flooding to fields and roads is expected, however there may be standing water seen for several days.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 6:00 PM on 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 17:38
River Roding
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the Roding due to rainfall.
Potential light rainfall is forecast overnight.
No further flooding to fields and roads is expected, however there may be standing water seen for several days.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 09:44
River Roding
River levels are falling on the Roding though remain high at the Abridge and Loughton gauge.
Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the day.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 6:00 PM on 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 17:43
River Roding
River levels are remaining high at Abridge and Loughton gauge.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 10:25
River Roding
River levels are high on the Roding due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near Loughton and Abridge.
Further light rainfall is forecast this afternoon.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 6:00 PM on 10/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 18:18
River Roding
River levels are high on the Roding due to persistent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages; Ongar Road; Roding Road and Roding Lane.
Rain showers are forecast through to tomorrow, Saturday 10 February, and river levels are forecast to remain high. We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10AM on Saturday 10 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 11:32
River Roding
River levels are high on the Roding due to persistent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages; Ongar Road; Roding Road and Roding Lane.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout today, Friday 9 February, and river levels are forecast to remain high. We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 6PM on Friday 9 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 19:07
River Roding
River levels are forecast to rise on the Roding due to further rainfall overnight.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages; Ongar Road; Roding Road and Roding Lane.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2024 18:08
River Roding
River levels are falling steadily on the Roding due to heavy rainfall earlier in the week.
Flooding may continue to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road, and Roding Lane.
There is no further rainfall forecast so we expect river levels to continue to drop.
We are monitoring river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Monday 8th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2024 10:20
River Roding
River levels are falling steadily on the Roding, due to heavy rainfall earlier in the week.
Flooding may continue to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road, and Roding Lane.
The forecast is dry today and we expect river levels to continue to drop.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated this evening, Sunday 7th January, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 17:51
River Roding
River levels remain high on the Roding due to heavy rainfall earlier in the week.
Flooding may continue to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road, and Roding Lane.
Further light rain is expected over the weekend, and river levels are likely to remain high over the coming days.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am tomorrow, Sunday 7th January, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 09:55
River Roding
River levels remain high on the Roding due to heavy rainfall earlier in the week.
Flooding may continue to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road, and Roding Lane.
Little further rain is expected over the weekend, but river levels are likely to remain high over the coming days.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated this evening, Saturday 6th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 20:17
River Roding
River levels remain high on the Roding due to heavy rainfall earlier in the week.
Flooding may continue to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road, and Roding Lane.
Little further rain is expected over the weekend, but river levels could remain high over the coming days.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow, Saturday 6th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 13:05
River Roding
River levels remain high on the Roding due to yesterday's heavy rainfall.
Flooding may continue to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages; Ongar Road; Roding Road; Roding Lane.
Rainfall is expected to ease through today and over the weekend, but river levels could remain high over the coming days.
River levels are high but steady, and the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated on 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 17:15
River Roding
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Roding, due to rainfall forecast today.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road, and Roding Lane.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening.
River levels are forecast to rise at the Abridge and Loughton gauges.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Friday 5th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 09:02
River Roding
River levels will remain high on the Roding due to recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to continue to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road, and Roding Lane.
We expect river levels to remain high due to further rainfall forecast this afternoon, Thursday 4th January.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm today, Thursday 4th, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 18:44
River Roding
River levels will remain high on the Roding due to recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to continue to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road, and Roding Lane.
We expect river levels to remain high due to further rainfall forecast tomorrow, Thursday 4th January.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am tomorrow, Thursday 4th, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 10:06
River Roding
River levels are remaining high on the Roding today, Wednesday 3rd January, due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to continue to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road, and Roding Lane.
We expect river levels to remain high. Light showers are expected today, Wednesday 3rd January, and further rainfall tomorrow, Thursday 4th January.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 6pm today, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 18:11
River Roding
River levels remain high on the river Roding due to recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane.
Light rainfall is forecast tomorrow, Wednesday 3 January, but the river levels are expected to remain high and peak in the early hours of Wednesday morning before slowly falling throughout the day.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Wednesday 3 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 09:57
River Roding
River levels are high on the river Roding due to heavy rainfall last night, Monday 1 January and through to this morning, Tuesday 2 January.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages, Ongar Road, Roding Road and Roding Lane.
Further rainfall is forecast today, Tuesday 2 January, so river levels are expected to remain high throughout the day.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 6pm this evening, Tuesday 2 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 16:52
River Roding
River levels are rising on the river Roding due to heavy rainfall today, Monday 1 January.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages; Ongar Road; Roding Road; Roding Lane.
Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow, Tuesday 2 January, so river levels are expected to remain high.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday 2 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2023 14:22
River Roding
Heavy rain fell over London, Essex and Hertfordshire yesterday, Tuesday 19th December. River levels are rising on the Middle River Roding in the Abridge and Loughton areas. There is likely to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river today, Wednesday 20th December, from around 4pm onwards. The river is likely to continue rising slowly for the rest of the day and possibly tomorrow.
The forecast for today and the following 2 days is mostly dry with some light showers. We do not expect this rain to cause river levels to rise any further.
We recommend you stay aware of local weather conditions and water levels. Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river. This message will be updated by 10am tomorrow, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2023 09:40
River Roding
River levels are high on the Middle River Roding, but are expected to steadily fall throughout today (Friday 15 December). No further rainfall is forecast. The risk of flooding to roads and low lying land remains. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses as there may be standing water in some locations. This message will be updated by 7pm on Friday 15 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2023 09:52
River Roding
River levels are high on the Middle River Roding today (Thursday 14 December), but are beginning to fall as rainfall eases. Some light showers are forecast today, with drier conditions expected tomorrow. The risk of flooding to roads and low lying land remains. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses as there may be standing water in some locations. This message will be updated by 10am on Friday 15 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2023 17:52
River Roding
River levels remain high on the Middle River Roding today (Wednesday 13 December) as a result of heavy rainfall and further showers. The risk of flooding to roads and low lying land remains. Further showers are forecast overnight and into tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses as there may be standing water in some locations. This message will be updated by 10am on Thursday 14 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2023 10:17
River Roding
River levels are still high today (Wednesday 13 December) on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall. The risk of flooding to roads and low lying land remains. River levels remain high but are expected to steadily fall throughout today. Further rainfall is forecast this morning, but showers should clear later today. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses as there may be standing water in some locations. This message will be updated by 7pm on Wednesday 13 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 16:12
River Roding
River levels are still high on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall over the weekend and throughout today, Tuesday 12th December. The risk of flooding to roads and low lying land remains. River levels are expected to remain high for the rest of today.
Further rainfall is forecast today but the following 3 days are forecast to be drier. River levels are likely to remain high but steady for the next 24 hours before they begin falling.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses as there may be standing water in some locations.
This message will be updated by 10am on Wednesday 13th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 09:22
River Roding
River levels are still high on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall over the weekend. The risk of flooding to roads and low lying land remains. River levels are expected to gradually rise throughout today, Tuesday 12th December, as a result of heavy rainfall in the early hours of this morning.
Further rainfall is forecast today and it could be heavy in some places. River levels are likely to continue rising as a result but we do not currently expect to have to issue a flood warning for the River Roding.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses as there may be standing water in some locations.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Tuesday 12th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 16:42
River Roding
River levels are still high on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall over the weekend. The risk of flooding to roads and low lying land remains. River levels are now gradually reducing and will continue to do so throughout this evening, Monday 11th December.
Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow, Tuesday 12th December, and it could be heavy in some places. River levels may rise again as a result of the rain on Tuesday.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses as there may be standing water in some locations.
This message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday 12th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 09:13
River Roding
River levels are still high on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall over the last three days and the risk of flooding to roads and low lying land remains. River levels are now gradually reducing and will continue to do so throughout today, Monday 11th December.
No rainfall is forecast today but there could be some light rain tomorrow, Tuesday 12th December. River levels may rise again as a result of the rain on Tuesday.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses as there may be standing water in some locations.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Monday 11th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 16:38
River Roding
River levels are high but steady on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall over the last three days and the risk of flooding to roads and low lying land remains.
No further rainfall is forecast this evening or tomorrow, Monday 11th December. River levels are expected to remain high through today and tomorrow but we do not expect river levels to rise any further.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses as there may be standing water in some locations.
This message will be updated by 10am on Monday 11th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 08:54
River Roding
River levels are high but steady on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall over the last three days and the risk of flooding to roads and low lying land remains.
Further rainfall is forecast today Sunday 10th December which will cause river levels to remain high through today and tomorrow, Monday 11th December. We do not expect river levels to rise further based on the current forecast.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses as there may be standing water in some locations.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Sunday 10th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 16:35
River Roding
River levels are high but steady on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall over the last three days and the risk of flooding to roads and low lying land remains.
Further light rainfall is forecast this evening, Saturday 9th December, and tomorrow, but while river levels may remain high through today and tomorrow, Sunday 10th December, we do not expect river levels to rise again.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses as there may be standing water in some locations.
This message will be updated by 9am on Sunday 10th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 09:49
River Roding
River levels are rising on the River Roding due to rainfall over the last 3 days. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages; Ongar Road; Roding Road; Roding Lane today, Saturday 9th December and tomorrow.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout today which will cause river levels to rise further.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor levels closely.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Saturday 9th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 14:34
River Roding
River levels are rising on the River Roding due to rainfall yesterday, Thursday 7th December. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages; Ongar Road; Roding Road; Roding Lane from 2am Saturday 9th December.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the day tomorrow, Saturday 9th December, which will cause river levels to rise further.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor levels closely.
This message will be updated by 10am on Saturday 9th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2023 16:04
River Roding
River levels are rising on the River Roding due to recent rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Roding, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hillmans Cottages; Ongar Road; Roding Road; Roding Lane from 9am on 18 November 2023.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight and throughout tomorrow morning, 18 November 2023.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 3pm on 18 November 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2023 10:36
River Roding
River levels are now falling steadily on the Roding.
No property flooding is expected.
The forecast is dry for today.
River levels are falling at the Abridge and Loughton gauges.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by Monday evening 06/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2023 19:46
River Roding
River levels are now falling steadily on the Roding.
No property flooding is expected.
The forecast is dry for tomorrow.
River levels are falling at the Abridge and Loughton gauges.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by Monday morning 06/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2023 10:38
River Roding
River levels are now falling steadily on the Roding.
No property flooding is expected.
The forecast is dry for today.
River levels are falling at the Abridge and Loughton gauges.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by Sunday evening 05/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2023 18:38
River Roding
River levels are now falling steadily on the Roding.
No property flooding is expected.
The forecast is mostly dry for tomorrow.
River levels are now falling steadily at the Abridge and Loughton gauges.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated Sunday morning 05/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2023 10:46
River Roding
River levels are high but steady on the Roding.
No property flooding is expected.
Further rainfall is forecast today.
River levels are high but steady at the Abridge and Loughton gauges.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated Saturday evening 04/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2023 20:05
River Roding
River levels are high but steady on the Roding.
No property flooding is expected.
Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow morning.
River levels are rising steadily at the Loughton gauge, but we will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated in the morning of the 04/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2023 11:19
River Roding
River levels are remaining high on the Roding due to heavy rainfall.
No property flooding is expected.
The forecast is dry for this morning.
River levels are remaining high at the Abridge and Loughton gauges.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 07:00 PM on 03/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2023 20:13
River Roding
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 11 May 2023 00:58
River Roding
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 31 Mar 2023 19:24
River Roding
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2023 07:46
River Roding
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Jan 2023 03:46
River Roding
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2022 09:29
River Roding
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2022 08:52
River Roding
River levels on the River Roding have risen overnight and will continue to slowly rise throughout the day today, Tuesday 20th December following recent rain and snow melt.
The main areas of concern are Abridge and also Loughton where flooding of low lying land and roads is expected during the day today.
Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur.
No further rain is forecast today or tomorrow but river levels are likely to remain high over the next 2 to 3 days. We are not currently expecting property flooding.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated this evening or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2022 17:04
River Roding
River levels on the River Roding have been rising slowly today, the 19th of December, in response to recent rain over the last 24 hours and any local snow melt, especially around the Abridge area.
There is likely to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river tonight and into tomorrow. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur.
River levels will continue to rise through the night but are not expected to affect property. Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Nov 2022 18:04
River Roding
River levels remain high but steady on the River Roding at Abridge and Loughton as the river continues to respond to recent heavy rain. There is a risk of flooding to roads and low lying land due to high river levels throughout today and into tomorrow, Sunday 20 November.
The dry weather today has allowed the river level to begin to fall, however it is expected to remain high overnight, with further rainfall forecast in the coming days.
We are monitoring the situation closely. Our incident response staff are reviewing rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and remain aware of the weather forecast.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Sunday 20 November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Nov 2022 09:28
River Roding
River levels remain high but steady on the River Roding at Abridge and Loughton. There is a risk of flooding to roads and low lying land due to high river levels throughout today, Saturday 19 November, as the river continues to respond to recent heavy rain.
The dry weather today will allow the river level to slowly fall. However, it is expected to remain high throughout the day and further rain is forecast for the coming days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and remain aware of the weather forecast.
This message will be updated this evening, Saturday 19 November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2022 17:00
River Roding
River levels remain high but steady on the River Roding at Abridge and Loughton. There is a risk of flooding to roads and low lying land due to high river levels throughout today, Friday 18 November.
The dry weather today has allowed the river level to slowly fall, however it is expected to remain high overnight and into tomorrow morning, Saturday 19 November.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and remain aware of the weather forecast.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Saturday 19 November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2022 10:05
River Roding
River levels remain high but steady on the River Roding at Abridge and Loughton. There is a risk of flooding to roads and low lying land due to high river levels for today, Friday 18 November.
The weather today should be mostly dry, allowing river levels to slowly fall.
We are monitoring the situation closely. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and remain aware of the weather forecast.
This message will be updated this evening, Friday 18 November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 19:27
River Roding
River levels are high but steady on the on the River Roding in Abridge, because of persistent heavy rainfall last night, Wednesday 16th November. The risk of flooding to roads and low lying land remains due to high river levels.
Further light rainfall is forecast tonight, Thursday 17 November but we do not expect river levels to rise much further.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and remain aware of the weather forecast.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Friday 18 November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 13:54
River Roding
Heavy rain has fallen over Essex and northeast London overnight into Thursday 17 November. River levels on the River Roding in Abridge are rising.
There is likely to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river today. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur.
The river is likely to continue rising slowly for the rest of the day.
We recommend you stay aware of local weather conditions and water levels. Consider putting your flood plan into action. Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated by 8pm tonight or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Nov 2022 08:00
River Roding
River levels are still high on the River Roding in Abridge, Buckhurst Hill and Loughton. There is still a risk of flooding today, Wednesday 9th November, to gardens, roads and low-lying land due to high river levels.
The weather today should be mostly dry, allowing river levels to slowly fall.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and remain aware of the weather forecast.
This message will be updated by 6pm today, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Nov 2022 17:15
River Roding
River levels are still high on the River Roding in Abridge, Buckhurst Hill and Loughton. There is still a risk of flooding this evening, Tuesday 8th November, to gardens, roads and low-lying land due to high river levels.
Rainfall that has fallen today (Wednesday 9th November). This has kept river levels high, but we expect levels to start falling within the next 12 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and remain aware of the weather forecast.
This message will be updated by 9am on Wednesday 9th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Nov 2022 08:17
River Roding
River levels are high on the River Roding in Abridge, Buckhurst Hill and Loughton because of the heavy rain over the weekend. There is a risk of flooding today, Tuesday 8th November, to gardens, roads and low lying land due to high river levels.
Further rainfall is forecast today that will keep the river levels high all day.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and remain aware of the weather forecast.
This message will be updated by 6pm today, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2022 16:52
River Roding
River levels are rising steadily on the on the River Roding in Abridge, Buckhurst Hill and Loughton because of persistent heavy rainfall yesterday, Sunday 6th November. There is a risk of flooding to roads and low-lying land due to high river levels.
Further light rainfall is forecast today, Monday 7th November, and tomorrow but we do not expect river levels to rise much further as a result.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and remain aware of the weather forecast.
This message will be updated by 9am on Tuesday 8th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2022 08:51
River Roding
River levels are high but steady on the on the River Roding in Abridge, Buckhurst Hill and Loughton because of persistent heavy rainfall yesterday, Sunday 6 November. The risk of flooding to roads and low lying land remains due to high river levels.
Further light rainfall is forecast today, Monday 7 November but we do not expect river levels to rise much further.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and remain aware of the weather forecast.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Monday 7 November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2022 18:50
River Roding
Heavy rain has fallen over Essex and northeast London today, Sunday 6th November. River levels on the River Roding in Abridge, Buckhurst Hill and Loughton are rising.
There is likely to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river today. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur.
The river is likely to continue rising slowly for the rest of the day. There is more light rain forecast over the next 24 hours but not as heavy as the rain earlier today, Sunday 6th November.
We recommend you stay aware of local weather conditions and water levels. Consider putting your flood plan into action. Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated at 9am tomorrow, Monday 7th November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 18:23
River Roding
River levels on the Middle River Roding at Abridge are recovering and have dropped below levels of concern. However, there is further rain forecast tomorrow, Saturday 19 February, causing levels to rise again over the weekend.
Flooding to roads and low-lying land, particularly around Abridge, is possible. Please be aware that high wind speeds are expected to continue overnight.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 19 February 2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 09:46
River Roding
River levels on the Middle Roding at Abridge are recovering and have dropped below levels of concern, however there is further rain tomorrow Saturday 19 February causing levels to rise again over the weekend.
Flooding to roads and low lying land, particularly around Abridge, is possible. Please be aware there are high wind speeds expected today.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening 18/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2022 18:19
River Roding
River levels are high on the Middle River Roding on 17 February 2022 as a result of heavy rainfall. River levels are expected to remain high into Friday 18 February. Flooding to roads and low lying land, particularly around Abridge, is possible. Please be aware there are high wind speeds expected in the coming days.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 18/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2022 09:28
River Roding
River levels are high on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall. River levels are expected to remain high throughout Thursday 17 February. Flooding to roads and low-lying land, particularly around Abridge, is possible.
Please be aware there are high wind speeds expected in the coming days.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening 17/2/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2022 19:32
River Roding
River levels are high on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall. River levels are expected to remain high throughout Wednesday 16 February and tomorrow. Flooding to roads and low lying land, particularly around Abridge, is possible.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated in the morning 17/2/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2022 08:45
River Roding
result of heavy rainfall. River levels are expected to remain high throughout Wednesday 16 February and flooding to roads and low lying land, particularly around Abridge, is possible.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening, 16/2/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2022 20:25
River Roding
Throughout the day on Tuesday 15 February we saw heavy rainfall across the area. This caused the river Roding to rise.
The main area of concern is currently Abridge where river levels have risen the most. There is likely to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur.
You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
No flooding to properties is currently expected.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow afternoon and then recede.
This message will be updated in the morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2021 17:47
River Roding
River levels are high on the River Roding due to persistent rainfall over the last few days. River levels are expected to remain high but are now falling steadily. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens remains possible, particularly around Loughton and Abridge.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 30/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2021 08:53
River Roding
River levels are high on the Middle River Roding as a result of persistent rainfall over the last few days. River levels are expected to remain high. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible, particularly around Loughton and Abridge.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening, 29/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2021 18:22
River Roding
River levels are high on the Middle River Roding as a result of persistent rainfall over the last few days. River levels are expected to remain high. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible, particularly around Loughton and Abridge.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 29/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2021 09:20
River Roding
River levels are high on the Middle River Roding as a result of persistent rainfall over the last few days. River levels are expected to remain high throughout today, Tuesday 28th December.
Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible, particularly around Loughton and Abridge.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening, 28/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2021 18:58
River Roding
River levels are high on the Middle River Roding as a result of persistent rainfall over the last few days. With further rainfall forecast overnight on Monday 27 December, river levels are expected to remain high. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible, particularly around Loughton and Abridge.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 28/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2021 09:32
River Roding
River levels are high on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall. River levels are expected to remain high throughout Monday 27 December and flooding to roads and low lying land, particularly around Loughton and Abridge, is possible.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening, 27/12/21, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2021 20:42
River Roding
River levels remain high on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall. River levels are expected to remain high overnight on Sunday 26 December and flooding to roads and low lying land will continue.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 27/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2021 08:45
River Roding
River levels have risen on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall. River levels are expected to remain high Sunday 26 December and flooding to roads and low lying land will continue.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening, 26/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2021 19:15
River Roding
River levels have risen on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall. Further rainfall is forecast overnight into tomorrow Sunday 26th December. River levels are expected to remain high and flooding to roads and low lying land will continue.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 26/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2021 06:58
River Roding
Due to wet weather yesterday and overnight river levels have risen and have reacted today, Saturday 25 December.
The main area of concern is currently Abridge where river levels have risen the most. There is likely to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur.
You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
There is further rain expected today and overnight, we expect the river to remain high over the weekend. No flooding to properties is currently expected.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated this evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2021 08:32
River Roding
River levels on the Roding remain high, but have been falling slowly overnight in Abridge and Loughton.
Some minor flooding is likely to continue today, 23 October, affecting low lying land, roads and gardens close to the river around Abridge and Loughton.
It should remain dry today, and some light showers are forecast on Sunday but we don’t expect these will have any impacts on river levels.
Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and follow any local diversion routes where possible.
We are continuing to monitor river levels and will update this message this evening.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Oct 2021 17:51
River Roding
River levels on the Roding remain very high, but have peaked and are falling very slowly in Abridge and Loughton.
Flooding is likely to continue overnight 22 October, affecting low lying land, roads and gardens close to the river around Abridge and Loughton.
Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and follow any local diversion routes where possible.
We are continuing to monitor river levels and will update this message tomorrow morning.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Oct 2021 09:45
River Roding
The middle River Roding has continued to rise slowly overnight in Abridge and Loughton and remains high and out of banks in response to heavy rain yesterday.
River levels are starting to peak and level off and we do not expect flooding to properties. River levels will remain high and out of banks today, Friday 22 October. Flooding of low lying land, roads and gardens close to the river around Abridge and Loughton is expected.
Flooding from surface water could also occur.
Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. 30 cm of fast-flowing water can move a car and 6 inches can knock an adult off their feet.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels and will update this message this evening.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2021 17:16
River Roding
The middle River Roding remains high and out of banks in response to heavy rain last night.
We expect river levels to remain high overnight on Thursday 21 October. Flooding of low lying land, roads and gardens close to the river around Abridge and Loughton is expected.
Flooding from surface water could also occur.
No flooding to properties is forecast and warnings are not expected to be issued.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2021 08:41
River Roding
The middle River Roding has risen in response to heavy rain overnight and is expected to be out of banks and flood low lying areas on Thursday 21 October.
We expect river levels to remain high throughout the day flooding low lying land, roads and gardens close to the river around Abridge.
Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur and cause issues during the Thursday morning rush hour.
No flooding to properties is currently expected.
Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and follow any local diversion routes.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated this afternoon or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Oct 2021 12:29
River Roding
Following the rain that fell early in the week, river levels remain high on the River Roding on Thursday 7 October, but are now beginning to fall. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river may continue to affect the areas of Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill. Flooding from surface water may also remain.
We expect the river levels to continue to slowly fall over the coming days. No further significant rain is forecast over the next few days.
Take care near the areas of concern and avoid entering flood water.
We are continuing to monitor river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages.
This message will be updated by 10am on Friday 8 October or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Oct 2021 18:47
River Roding
Over the last few days we have seen several bands of heavy rainfall in the River Roding catchment. This has meant that levels in the Roding have risen.
River levels are now beginning to fall, but are expected to remain high overnight on Wednesday 6th October. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river may continue to affect the areas of Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill. Flooding from surface water may also remain.
We expect the river levels to continue to slowly fall over the coming days. No further significant rain is forecast over the next few days.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages.
This message will be updated by 10am on Thursday 7 October or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Oct 2021 10:35
River Roding
Over the last few days we have seen several bands of heavy rainfall in the River Roding catchment. This has meant that levels in the Roding have risen.
Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is expected to continue throughout the day on Wednesday 6 October. The main areas of concern are Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill. Flooding from surface water could also occur.
We expect the river to remain high today before slowly falling over the coming days. No further rain is forecast over the next few days.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages.
This message will be updated by 7pm on Wednesday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2021 19:48
River Roding
Overnight on Monday into Tuesday we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Roding catchment. This has meant that levels in the Roding have been rising steadily.
The main areas of concern are Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill. Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river tonight on Tuesday 5 October. Flooding from surface water could also occur.
We expect the river to remain high overnight and may see levels continue to rise in response to the rainfall we have already received. No further rain is forecast over the next few days.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages.
This message will be updated by 10am on Wednesday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2021 08:51
River Roding
Overnight on Monday we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Roding catchment. This has meant that levels in the Roding have started to rise again.
The main areas of concern are Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill. Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river today (Tuesday 5 October). Flooding from surface water could also occur.
We expect the river to steadily rise and remain high throughout today.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages.
This message will be updated by 7pm today or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2021 20:27
River Roding
Over the weekend we have seen widespread heavy rainfall. This has meant that the River Roding has been rising although levels are now currently steady.
We expect the river to remain high. Further heavy rainfall is forecast from Monday night into Tuesday and river levels may rise in response to this.
The main areas of concern are Abridge and Loughton. Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river today on Monday 4th October and overnight into Tuesday 5th October. Flooding from surface water could also occur.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages.
This message will be updated at 10am on Tuesday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2021 09:04
River Roding
Over the weekend we have seen widespread heavy rainfall. This has meant that the River Roding has been rising.
The main areas of concern are Abridge and Loughton. Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river today on Monday 4th October. Flooding from surface water could also occur.
We expect the river to remain high throughout Monday. Further heavy rainfall is forecast from Monday night into Tuesday and river levels may rise in response to this.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages..
This message will be updated by 8pm today or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 3 Oct 2021 14:23
River Roding
Throughout the day on Saturday 2 October we saw heavy rainfall across the area. This caused the river Roding to rise.
The main area of concern is currently Abridge where the River Roding has risen. There is likely to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river this afternoon on Sunday. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur.
We expect the river to remain high on Sunday. No flooding to properties is currently expected.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast overnight on Monday into Tuesday and river levels may rise again in response to this.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated on Monday morning or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2021 19:59
River Roding
River levels on the Middle Roding have been falling today on Tuesday 2 February but remain high.
Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is still possible and flooding from surface water could also occur. The main areas of concern are at Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill.
Further rainfall is possible on Wednesday with unsettled conditions forecast to continue into the weekend. This may see levels rise once again, however, we do not currently expect peaks to exceed those seen in recent days.
Take care near the areas of concern, avoid entering flood water and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to closely monitor river levels in the area and have staff on standby ready to respond.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Wednesday 3 February, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2021 09:45
River Roding
River levels on the Middle Roding have been falling today on Tuesday 2 February but remain high. Further showers are forecast today and heavier rain is possible on Wednesday which may see levels rise once again. However, we do not currently expect peaks to exceed those seen in recent days.
The main areas of concern are at Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is still possible and flooding from surface water could also occur.
Take care near the areas of concern, avoid entering flood water and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to closely monitor river levels in the area and have staff on standby ready to respond.
This message will be updated this evening, Tuesday 2 February, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2021 19:59
River Roding
River levels on the Middle Roding have been falling throughout the day on Monday 1 February, but remain high. Further rain is forecast for Tuesday which may see levels rise once again, however, we do not currently expect peaks to exceed those seen in recent days.
The main areas of concern are at Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is still possible and flooding from surface water could also occur.
Take care near the areas of concern, avoid entering flood water and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to closely monitor river levels in the area and have staff on standby ready to respond.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Tuesday 2 February, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2021 08:58
River Roding
Following heavy rainfall across the area over the last week, river levels remain high on the Middle Roding on Monday 1 February. Levels are expected to remain high today and throughout the week but are now slowly falling.
The main areas of concern are at Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is still possible and flooding from surface water could also occur.
Take care near the areas of concern, avoid entering flood water and monitor your local weather conditions.
Further rain is forecast from the early hours of Tuesday 2 February. We are continuing to closely monitor river levels in the area and have staff on standby ready to respond.
This message will be updated this evening, Monday 1 February, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2021 19:38
River Roding
Following heavy rainfall across the area over the last week, river levels remain high on the Middle Roding on Sunday 31 January. Levels are expected to remain high overnight and into early next week.
The main areas of concern are at Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is still possible and flooding from surface water could also occur.
Take care near the areas of concern, avoid entering flood water and monitor your local weather conditions.
Further rain is possible on Tuesday 2 February. We are continuing to closely monitor river levels in the area and have staff on standby ready to respond.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning Monday 1 February, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2021 08:30
River Roding
Following heavy rainfall across the area, levels remain high in the Middle Roding catchment. No further rainfall is forecast today, Sunday 31 January, but river levels are expected to remain high into early next week.
The main areas of concern are at Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is still possible and flooding from surface water could also occur.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels closely and have staff on standby ready to respond.
This message will be updated in the evening on Sunday 31 January, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 19:46
River Roding
Over the last 48 hours we have seen heavy rainfall across the area. Levels remain high in the Middle Roding catchment, but no further rainfall is forecast tonight or throughout the day on Sunday 31st January.
The main areas of concern are at Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is still possible and flooding from surface water could also occur.
We expect the river to remain high throughout the weekend, but will fall gradually over the next few days.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels closely and have staff on standby ready to respond.
This message will be updated in the morning on Sunday 31st January, or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 05:31
River Roding
Over the last 48 hours we have seen heavy rainfall across the area. Levels remain high but steady in the Middle Roding catchment. Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the morning of Saturday 30 January and it is possible river levels will rise further in response to this.
The main areas of concern are at Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is still possible and flooding from surface water could also occur.
We expect the river to remain high throughout the weekend.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels closely and have staff on standby and ready to respond.
This message will be updated on the evening of Saturday 30 January, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 21:49
River Roding
Over the last 48 hours we have seen heavy rainfall across the area. Levels remain high but steady in the Middle Roding catchment. Further heavy rainfall is forecast from the early hours of Saturday 30 January and it is possible river levels will rise further in response to this.
The main areas of concern are at Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is still possible and flooding from surface water could also occur.
We expect the river to remain high throughout the weekend.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels closely and have staff on standby and ready to respond.
This message will be updated on Saturday morning, 30 January, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 09:17
River Roding
Over the last 48 hours we have seen some heavy rainfall. Levels are no longer rising in the Middle Roding catchment but are still high. Further heavy rainfall is forecast from the early hours of Saturday 30 January and it is possible river levels will rise in response to this.
The main areas of concern are at Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river is still possible and flooding from surface water could also occur.
We expect the river to remain high throughout Friday.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages.
This message will be updated on Friday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 19:26
River Roding
Over the last 24 hours we have seen some heavy rainfall. Levels are no longer rising in the Middle Roding catchment but are still high. Further rainfall is forecast overnight on Thursday 28 January and it is possible river levels will rise in response to this.
The main areas of concern are at Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill. Flooding to low lying land and roads close to the Colne Brook is still possible and flooding from surface water could also occur.
We expect the river to remain high throughout Thursday night.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location.
This message will be updated on Friday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 08:00
River Roding
Throughout Wednesday night we have seen heavy rainfall across the area. This has caused the river Roding to rise.
The main area of concern is currently Loughton and Abridge where river levels have risen the most. There is likely to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river today on Thursday 28 January. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur.
We expect the river to remain high on Thursday. Some further rainfall is forecast overnight tonight.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to clear any blockages.
This message will be updated on Thursday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 17:24
River Roding
River levels remain high in the Middle Roding catchment, particularly in the Abridge and Loughton area. The river level has slowly fallen today and should continue to fall during this evening, Monday 18 January.
However, further rain is forecast in the coming week which could lead to river levels rising again. This will start on Monday evening and continue through to Thursday 21 January.
We will continue to monitor the river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated on Tuesday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 09:04
River Roding
River levels remain high in the Middle Roding catchment particularly in the Loughton area. The river level slowly fell overnight and should continue to fall slowly today, Monday 18th January.
Some further rain is forecast in the coming week which could lead to the river rising again. We will continue to monitor the river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated on Monday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2021 18:36
River Roding
River levels remain high in the Middle Roding catchment particularly in the Loughton area. There is no further rain forecast overnight or tomorrow morning, so river levels should begin to recover during this time.
Some further rain is forecast in the coming week which could lead to the river rising again. We will continue to monitor the river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated on Monday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2021 09:57
River Roding
River levels remain high in the Middle Roding catchment particularly in the Loughton area. There is no further rain forecast today or tomorrow, so river levels should recover throughout the day.
You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
We will continue to monitor the river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated on Sunday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 17:39
River Roding
River levels remain high in the Middle Roding catchment particularly in the Abridge and Loughton areas.
The rain seen this morning on Saturday 16 January has caused river levels to rise slightly although they are not expected to reach levels seen earlier in the week. Flooding to roads and low lying land is likely to continue throughout the weekend.
You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated on Sunday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 09:32
River Roding
River levels remain high in the Middle Roding catchment particularly in the Loughton area.
Whilst river levels have now stabilised and have been slowly falling overnight, some further rain and snow is now falling in the area on Saturday 16th January. Although this rainfall will be less than we have received in the last few days it will fall on saturated catchments and could cause river levels to rise again.
You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated on Saturday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 16:34
River Roding
Although the rainfall has now passed river levels remain high in the Middle Roding catchment particularly in the Loughton area where property flooding is still possible.
River levels have now stabilised and are beginning to slowly drop away during today (Friday 15 January). However, some further rain and snow is forecast on Saturday. Although this rainfall will be less than we have received in the last few days it will fall on saturated catchments and could cause river levels to rise again.
Flood waters may be deep and fast flowing in this area. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your local surroundings.
We will be closely monitoring the situation throughout the day and we have staff available to clear any blockages in the river. This message will be updated on Saturday morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 09:58
River Roding
Although the heaviest rainfall has now passed, river levels remain high in the Middle Roding catchment particularly in the Loughton area where property flooding is still possible.
River water levels have now largely stabilised and should begin to slowly drop away during today (Friday 15 January). However, some further rain is forecast on Saturday. Although this rainfall will be less than we have received in the last few days it will fall on saturated catchments and could cause river levels to rise again.
Flood waters may be deep and fast flowing in this area. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your local surroundings.
We will be closely monitoring the situation throughout the day and we have staff available to clear any blockages in the river. This message will be updated on Friday evening or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 19:59
River Roding
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the area. This has meant that the river Roding has been rising and is likely to continue to rise in response to this rainfall. Some further light rainfall is forecast although the heaviest rain has now passed.
There is likely to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river throughout the evening and overnight on Thursday. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur.
We expect the river to remain high throughout this evening and overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue a Flood Warning if property flooding is expected. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
We are continuing to monitor river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location.
This message will be updated Friday morning or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 07:39
River Roding
Overnight into Thursday we have seen consistent heavy rainfall across the area. This has caused rivers and streams to rise.
There is likely to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river throughout the day on Thursday. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur. The areas where river levels are highest include Abridge and Loughton.
We expect the river to remain high today as further rain is forecast during the day. We are closely monitoring the situation and property flooding is not currently expected You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated this afternoon or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2020 10:29
River Roding
Following the rainfall of the last week, river levels remain high, but are now gradually reducing on the Middle River Roding through the Abridge and Loughton areas on Tuesday 29 December. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected to continue and standing water will likely remain for several days.
No further significant rain is forecast today and river levels are expected to continue to fall slowly over the coming days. There is a chance of further wintery precipitation affecting the area from Wednesday. We will continue to closely monitor river levels in the area.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Wednesday 30 December, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2020 10:18
River Roding
Following the rainfall of the last week, river levels remain high on the Middle River Roding through the Abridge and Loughton areas on Monday 28 December. Flooding of roads and low lying land is therefore expected to continue. Surface water ponding is likely and standing water will likely remain for several days.
No further significant rain is forecast for today but river levels are expected to continue to remain high throughout Monday before gradually reducing over the coming days. We will continue to closely monitor river levels in the area.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Tuesday 29 December, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 08:35
River Roding
Following overnight rainfall, river levels are once again rising on the Middle River Roding in Abridge and Loughton areas. Flooding of roads and low lying land is therefore expected to continue.
No further rain is forecast for today but river levels are expected to continue to rise gradually and will remain high throughout Sunday 27 December and into Monday. Flooding to properties is not expected. We will continue to closely monitor river levels in the area.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Monday 28 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 11:16
River Roding
Following heavy rainfall over the last week river levels remain high on the Middle River Roding in Abridge and Loughton areas. Flooding of roads and low lying land remains possible and standing water may remain for several days.
Little rain is forecast today and river levels have been falling gradually. However, further rain is expected overnight on Saturday and into Sunday 27 December. We expect this to cause river levels to rise again, and flooding to low lying land is likely to continue. Flooding to properties is not expected. We will continue to closely monitor river levels in the area.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Sunday 27 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2020 09:36
River Roding
Following heavy rainfall over the last few days river levels remain high on the Middle River Roding in Abridge and Loughton areas. River levels are forecast to remain steady throughout the day on Friday 25 December. Flooding of roads and low lying land remains possible and standing water may remain for several days.
No rain is forecast today, but further rain is expected Saturday evening into Sunday 27 December. We will continue to closely monitor river levels in the area.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Saturday 26 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 10:40
River Roding
Following heavy rainfall over the last few days river levels remain high on the Middle River Roding. River levels are forecast to remain steady throughout the day on Thursday 24 December before gradually reducing on Friday. Flooding of roads and low lying land remains possible and standing water may remain for several days.
No further rain is forecast today or on Christmas Day, but further rain is expected from Saturday evening into Sunday 27 December. We will continue to closely monitor river levels in the area.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Friday 25 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 12:37
River Roding
Due to rainfall over the last few days river levels remain high on the Middle River Roding. River levels are forecast to rise further as a result of forecast heavy rainfall throughout the afternoon and evening of Wednesday 23 December. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible from this evening and overnight on 23/12/2020. We expect river levels to remain high throughout Thursday.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Thursday 24 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2020 16:48
River Roding
Due to the rainfall over the last few days river levels are rising on the Middle River Roding in the Abridge and Loughton areas on Wednesday 22 December. River levels are expected to continue to rise and flooding to roads and low lying land is then possible. Surface water may also affect these areas. Further heavy rainfall is forecast for Wednesday 23 December into Thursday 24 December.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated on Wednesday morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Dec 2020 20:29
River Roding
Due to heavy rain, river levels are high on the Middle River Roding in Abridge and Loughton area on Wednesday 16 December. Flooding of roads and low lying land will continue and surface water may affect these locations. We expect river levels to remain high and may rise further following the rainfall this Wednesday afternoon.
We are monitoring the situation closely, checking rivers for blockages and removing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low lying footpaths near watercourses.
This message will be updated on Thursday morning, 17/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Dec 2020 10:41
River Roding
Due to heavy rain, river levels are high on the Middle River Roding in Abridge and Loughton area on Wednesday 16 December. Flooding of roads and low lying land will continue and surface water may affect these locations. We expect river levels to remain high.
We are monitoring the situation closely, checking rivers for blockages and removing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low lying footpaths near watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening, 16/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2020 17:37
River Roding
Due to heavy rain, river levels are high on the Middle River Roding in Abridge and Loughton area on Tuesday 15 Dec. Flooding of roads and low lying land is will continue and surface water may affect these locations. We expect river levels to remain high into Wednesday 16 Dec.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and removing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low lying footpaths near watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2020 10:43
River Roding
Due to heavy rain, river levels are high on the Middle River Roding in Abridge and Loughton area on Tuesday 15 Dec.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected and surface water may affect these locations. We expect river levels to remain high in to Wednesday 16 Dec.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and removing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low lying footpaths near watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening, 15/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2020 19:41
River Roding
Due to further heavy rain, river levels are high on the Middle River Roding in Abridge and Loughton area on Monday 14 Dec.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected to continue and surface water may affect these locations.
Further rainfall is forecast this evening and tomorrow. We expect river levels to remain high in to Tuesday 15 Dec.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and removing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low lying footpaths near watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2020 10:24
River Roding
Due to further heavy rain, river levels are high on the Middle River Roding in Abridge and Loughton area on Monday 14 Dec.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected and surface water may affect these locations.
Further rainfall is forecast this evening into tomorrow. We expect river levels to remain high in to Tuesday 15 Dec.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and removing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low lying footpaths near watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening, 14/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2020 19:36
River Roding
River levels are high on the Middle River Roding in Abridge and Loughton area on Sunday 13 Dec.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible and surface water may affect these locations.
Further rainfall is forecast tonight into tomorrow. We expect river levels to remain high in to Monday 14 Dec.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and removing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low lying footpaths near watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 14.12.2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2020 10:33
River Roding
River levels are high on the Middle River Roding in Abridge and Loughton area on Sunday 13 December.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible and surface water may affect these locations.
Further rainfall is forecast this evening into tomorrow. We expect river levels to remain high in to Monday 14 December.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and removing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low lying footpaths near watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening, 13/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2020 19:07
River Roding
River levels are high on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall in Abridge and Loughton area on Saturday 12 Dec. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible and surface water may affect these areas.
Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow evening. We expect river levels to remain high over the weekend in to Monday 14 Dec.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and removing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and using low lying footpaths near watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 13/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2020 10:13
River Roding
Due to heavy rainfall, river levels are high but steady on the Middle River Roding in Abridge and Loughton area on Saturday 12 December. River levels are expected to remain high and flooding to roads and low lying land is possible. Surface Water may also affect these areas.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2020 19:48
River Roding
The River Roding remains high and out of its banks in the Abridge and Loughton areas.
There may be flooding to low lying land, gardens and roads close to the river overnight into tomorrow, Monday 7th December.
River levels will continue to fall steadily throughout the night. The weather tomorrow will be mostly dry, allowing river levels to continue falling. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels.
This message will be updated by 9am Monday or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2020 09:01
River Roding
The River Roding remains high and out of its banks in the Abridge and Loughton areas.
There will be flooding to low lying land, gardens and roads close to the river today, Sunday 6th December. Flooding from surface water could also occur.
River levels will continue to fall slowly throughout the day. The weather today will be mostly dry, allowing river levels to continue falling. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels.
This message will be updated by 8pm this evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2020 19:42
River Roding
The River Roding remains high and out of its banks in the Abridge and Loughton areas.
There will be flooding to low lying land, gardens and roads close to the river tonight and into tomorrow (Sunday 6th December). Flooding from surface water could also occur.
River levels will continue to slowly fall through the night. Tomorrow should be mostly dry, allowing river levels to continue falling. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels.
This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2020 09:06
River Roding
The River Roding remains high and out of its banks in the Abridge and Loughton areas.
There will be flooding to low lying land, gardens and roads close to the river throughout today (Saturday 5th December) and overnight into tomorrow. Flooding from surface water could also occur.
We expect the river levels to slowly fall through the day. Today should be mostly dry, allowing river levels to continue falling. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages.
This message will be updated by 8pm this evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2020 18:51
River Roding
The River Roding remains high and out of its banks in the Abridge and Loughton areas.
There will be flooding to low lying land gardens and roads close to the river throughout today (Friday 4th December) and overnight into tomorrow. Flooding from surface water could also occur.
We expect the river to remain high overnight and then start to fall gradually. Further spells of showers are possible over the next few days, however some places may remain dry. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages.
This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2020 08:20
River Roding
Heavy rain has fallen over the River Roding catchment in the past 24 hours. This has caused the River Roding to slowly rise in the Abridge and Loughton areas.
There will be flooding to low lying land gardens and roads close to the river throughout today (Friday 4th December). Flooding from surface water could also occur.
We expect the river to continue rising slowly through the rest of today. Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages.
This message will be updated by 8pm today or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Dec 2020 22:06
River Roding
Heavy rain today, Thursday 3 December, is affecting the middle River Roding in the Abridge and Loughton area. River levels are rising slowly and are expected to come out of banks in some low lying areas.
Another band of showers is forecast overnight so river levels are likely to remain high into the early hours of tomorrow morning. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible overnight and into tomorrow morning. Surface water flooding may also affect these areas.
We recommend you monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2020 17:08
River Roding
River levels remain high around Abridge and Loughton on the Middle River Roding, but are beginning to fall.
Flooding to low lying land and roads is still possible overnight tonight, 17/11/20. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded
We will continue to monitor river levels and will update this message by 9am tomorrow morning, 18/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2020 09:24
River Roding
Due to heavy rainfall over the weekend, river levels on the Middle River Roding have risen, particularly around Abridge and Loughton.
River levels are expected to remain high throughout today, Tuesday 17th November. Flooding to low lying land and roads is still possible.
Our incident response staff are monitoring river levels and are checking rivers for blockages.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 8pm tonight, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 18:31
River Roding
Due to heavy rainfall over the weekend, river levels on the Middle River Roding have risen, particularly around Abridge and Loughton.
River levels are expected to remain high overnight and we may see flooding to low lying land and roads. Surface water may also be affecting these areas.
Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow morning, 17/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2020 08:57
River Roding
River levels are rising on the Middle River Roding as a result of persistent rainfall over the weekend.
No further rainfall is forecast throughout today (Monday 16th November) but river levels are expected to remain high.
Flooding to roads and low lying land is possible, particularly around Loughton and Abridge.
Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 8pm this evening, 16/11/20, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 7 Oct 2020 08:36
River Roding
Levels within the Middle River Roding remain high in the Abridge and Loughton areas but are now slowly falling. Flooding to low lying land and roads is possible.
Today will be mostly dry, so river levels should continue to slowly fall. Some rain is forecast later this evening and into tomorrow (Thursday).
We are still monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated by 8pm this evening, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Oct 2020 19:19
River Roding
Levels within the Middle River Roding are steady, but remain high in the Abridge and Loughton areas. Flooding to low lying land and roads is possible.
Overnight and tomorrow (Wednesday) will be mostly dry, so river levels should continue to fall. Further rain is possible tomorrow evening and on Thursday.
We are still monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow morning, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Oct 2020 09:05
River Roding
Levels within the Middle River Roding are steady, but remain high in the Abridge and Loughton areas. Flooding to low lying land and roads is possible.
Some light rain showers are possible today, Tuesday 6 October. We expect river levels to start falling slowly later in the day.
We are still monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated by 8pm this evening, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2020 19:45
River Roding
Levels within the Middle River Roding are steady, but remain high in the Abridge and Loughton areas.
There may be some light rain showers overnight tonight (Monday 5 October), but we are not expecting any flooding as a result.
We are still monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow morning, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2020 08:15
River Roding
The Middle River Roding remains high in the Abridge and Loughton areas. Some light rain is forecast for today, Monday 5 October. River levels will remain high for the rest of the day, however we are not currently expecting flooding to properties.
There still may be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. Surface water may also be affecting these areas.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated by 8pm this evening, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2020 20:14
River Roding
Over the weekend we have seen heavy rainfall within the Middle River Roding catchment, which has caused river levels to rise, particularly in the Loughton and Abridge areas.
Although we are not expecting to see any significant rainfall overnight, river levels are expected to remain high into tomorrow (Monday 5th October).
There still may be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river. Surface water may also be affecting these areas.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow morning, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2020 11:35
River Roding
Heavy rainfall over the weekend has caused the Middle River Roding to rise, particularly in the Loughton area. There is likely to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river today. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur.
Further rain is expected today, Sunday 4 October, so we expect the river to remain high for the rest of the day.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated by 8pm this evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Mar 2020 18:35
River Roding
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the Loughton and Abridge area and the River Roding remains high.
Levels suggest that there will continue to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river Roding. Flooding from surface water could also occur. No further significant rainfall is expected on Saturday, whilst showers are possible from Sunday morning.
We expect the river to remain high throughout the night on Friday 6 March, though no flooding to properties is forecast and warnings are not expected to be issued.
Take care near the areas of concern and monitor your local weather conditions.
We are continuing to monitor river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Saturday 7 March or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Mar 2020 12:15
River Roding
River levels have risen on the Middle River Roding today, Friday 6 March, as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible.
No further rainfall is forecast and we don’t expect to issue any flood warnings.
We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels, checking rivers for blockages and clearing debris from structures.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 19:00 on Friday 6 March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 21:50
River Roding
Yesterday, Saturday 29th February, we saw heavy rainfall around the Middle River Roding, which caused river levels to rise. River levels have remained high throughout today, Sunday 1st March, and further rainfall is forecast overnight tonight.
Flooding to roads and low lying land possible during this time. Flooding to properties is not expected.
The main area of concern is currently Loughton, where river levels have risen the most.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages.
Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 09:28
River Roding
Yesterday, Saturday 29th February, we saw heavy rainfall around the Middle River Roding, which caused river levels to rise. River levels are expected to remain high throughout today, Sunday 1st March, with flooding to roads and low lying land possible during this time. Flooding to properties is not expected.
The main area of concern is currently Loughton, where river levels have risen the most.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages.
Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 20:48
River Roding
Today, Saturday 29th February, we have seen heavy rainfall around the Middle River Roding, which has caused river levels to rise. The main area of concern is currently Loughton, where river levels have risen the most.
River levels are expected to remain high overnight, with flooding to roads and low lying land possible during this time. Flooding to properties is not expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages.
Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by tomorrow morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 17:01
River Roding
Over the course of today, Saturday 29th February, we have seen heavy rainfall across the area. This has caused river levels to rise.
The main area of concern is currently Loughton, where river levels have risen the most. There is likely to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river this afternoon and this evening. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur.
We expect the river to remain high this afternoon and this evening, but levels should start to fall overnight into Sunday 1st March. No flooding to properties is currently expected.
We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff on standby to attend to any blockages in the river.
This message will be updated this evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2020 18:19
River Roding
Persistent rain associated with Storm Dennis fell over the weekend. The water levels within the Middle Roding catchment remain high but are now falling. River levels will continue to fall throughout the night.
Flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside gardens remains possible at Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill through Tuesday 18th February and into Wednesday 19th February. Surface water flooding may also affect these areas.
Some further rain is forecast during the evening of Tuesday 18th February and the rest of this week. This is not currently expected to impact river levels in this location. We will continue to monitor this incoming rainfall.
We recommend you monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. We will update this message in the morning, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2020 09:36
River Roding
Persistent rain associated with Storm Dennis fell over the weekend. The water levels within the Middle Roding catchment remain high but are now falling. River levels will continue to fall throughout the day.
Flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside gardens remains possible at Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill through Tuesday 18th February. Surface water flooding may also affect these areas.
Some further rain is forecast on Tuesday 18th February and the rest of this week. This is not currently expected to impact river levels in this location. We will continue to monitor this incoming rainfall.
We recommend you monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. We will update this message this evening, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 18:38
River Roding
Persistent rain associated with Storm Dennis fell over the weekend. The water levels within the Middle Roding catchment remain high.
Flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible at Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill overnight on Monday 17th February and into Tuesday 18th February. Surface water flooding may also affect these areas.
We recommend you monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. We will update this message in the morning, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 16:08
River Roding
Persistent rain associated with Storm Dennis fell over the weekend. The water levels within the Middle Roding catchment remain high.
Flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible at Abridge, Loughton and Buckhurst Hill on Monday 17th February. Surface water flooding may also affect these areas.
We recommend you monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. We will update this message this evening, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 07:38
River Roding
Persistent rain, associated with Storm Dennis, fell over the weekend. The water levels on the River Roding have risen as a result. We are expecting scattered showers throughout Monday 17 and Tuesday 18 February.
River levels will remain high. Flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible at Abridge, Loughton, and Buckhurst Hill. Surface water flooding may also affect these areas.
We recommend you monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
We are continuing to monitor rainfall and river levels. We will update this message on Monday evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 21:08
River Roding
We have issued a Flood Alert. Rain, associated with Storm Dennis, has fallen throughout the weekend with further scattered showers forecast overnight Sunday 16 February. The water levels in the River Roding have risen as a result, and are expected to peak early in the morning on Monday 17 February.
Flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible at Abridge, Loughton, and Buckhurst Hill overnight. Surface water flooding may also affect these areas.
We recommend you monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
We are continuing to monitor rainfall and river levels. We will update this message on Monday morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 15:08
River Roding
We have issued a Flood Alert. Rain, associated with Storm Dennis, has been falling overnight and this morning, Sunday 16 February. The water levels in the River Roding have risen as a result. Further rain is predicted throughout the day on Sunday.
Flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible at Abridge, Loughton, and Buckhurst Hill this afternoon. Surface water flooding may also affect these areas.
We recommend you monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
We are continuing to monitor rainfall and river levels. We will update this message on Sunday evening or earlier if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2020 10:54
River Roding
River levels are high but steady on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall received yesterday and overnight. Flooding to roads and low lying land and riverside gardens remains possible today, Friday 17 January. The forecast for today is improving and we do not expect the situation to deteriorate further. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages.
You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated this evening, Friday 17 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2020 19:19
River Roding
River levels are rising on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible from this evening and overninght on Thursday 16 January. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast this evening and we expect river levels to remain high overnight tonight, and throughout the morning on Friday 17 January.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Friday 17 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2019 18:41
River Roding
River levels remain high but are continuing to fall on the River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall over the last few days. Flooding of roads and low lying land is still possible throughout today, Tuesday 24/12/19 into Wednesday 25/12/19. There is likely to be some standing water on low lying land and roads next to the river.
We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels. The next couple of days are forecast to be mostly dry, with further rainfall possible on Thursday 26/12/19. Please stay aware of the forecast, local water levels and weather conditions. You can check the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated tomorrow, Wednesday 25/2/19, or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2019 11:45
River Roding
River levels remain high but are continuing to fall on the River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall over the weekend. Flooding of roads and low lying land is still possible throughout today, Tuesday 24/12/19. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur.
We are continuing to closely monitor the situation. Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels. The next couple of days are forecast to be mostly dry, with further rainfall possible on Thursday 26/12/19. Please stay aware of the forecast, local water levels and weather conditions. You can check the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated this evening, or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2019 15:54
River Roding
River levels remain high on the River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall over the weekend. Further moderate rain is possible tomorrow, Tuesday 24 December.
River levels are falling slowly, with flooding to roads and low lying land still possible. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur.
We are continuing to closely monitor rainfall and river levels. Please stay aware of the forecast, local water levels and weather conditions.
Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am tomorrow or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2019 10:08
River Roding
River levels remain high on the River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall over the weekend. Further moderate rain is possible tomorrow, Tuesday 24 December.
River levels are falling slowly, with flooding to roads and low lying land still possible. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur.
We are continuing to closely monitor rainfall and river levels. Please stay aware of the forecast, local water levels and weather conditions.
Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 4pm today or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2019 18:24
River Roding
River levels remain high on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall over the weekend. A Flood Warning is in force for the Loughton area. Further rain is possible later tomorrow, Monday 23 December.
River levels are expected to remain high with flooding to roads and low lying land possible. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur.
We are continuing to closely monitor rainfall and river levels. Please stay aware of the forecast, local water levels and weather conditions.
Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2019 08:57
River Roding
River levels remain high on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall over the weekend. Further rainfall is possible this morning Sunday 22nd December.
River levels are expected to remain high with flooding to roads and low lying land likely. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur.
We are continuing to closely monitor rainfall and river levels. Please stay aware of the forecast, local water levels and weather conditions.
Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated this afternoon or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2019 18:02
River Roding
River levels remain high on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall yesterday and today. Further rainfall is possible overnight into Sunday 22nd December.
River levels are expected to remain high throughout the weekend with flooding to roads and low lying land likely to continue.
We are continuing to closely monitor rainfall and river levels. Please stay aware of the forecast, local water levels and weather conditions.
Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated in the morning or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2019 11:24
River Roding
River levels remain high on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall yesterday and overnight into this morning Saturday 21 December. Further rainfall is possible on Saturday night.
River levels are expected to remain high throughout the weekend with flooding to roads and low lying areas likely to continue.
We are continuing to closely monitor rainfall and river levels. Please stay aware of the forecast, local water levels and weather conditions.
Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated this evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2019 00:02
River Roding
River levels remain high on the Middle River Roding as a result of heavy rainfall earlier today, 20/12/2019.
Further rainfall is expected overnight and river levels are expected to remain high.
Flooding to roads and low lying land will remain possible into tomorrow morning.
We are continuing to closely monitor rainfall and river levels. Please stay aware of the forecast, local water levels and weather conditions.
Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 21/12/2019, or as the situation changes.