Flood Warning Info - River Severn at Hempsted
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River Severn at Hempsted.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 13 Feb 2024 14:21
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall coinciding with a period of high tides. Consequently, flooding of property, roads & farmland is expected to continue.
We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted Peaks:-
Gloucester, 3.8m to 4.2m tonight at midnight, 12am on Wednesday 14/02/24, & 3.8m to 4.2m at 12:15pm on Wednesday 14/02/24.
Some further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours, but tides are receding. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising the Local Authorities.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 2pm on Wednesday 14/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Feb 2024 16:25
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall coinciding with a period of high tides.
Flooding is possible during high tides today, Monday 12/02/24, and over the coming days. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted Peaks:- Gloucester, 4.1m to 4.4m during high tide this evening at 11:30pm, and 4.0m to 4.3m during high tide tomorrow morning at 11:45am, 13/02/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and the Local Authorities.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 2pm tomorrow, Tuesday 13/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Feb 2024 13:12
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall coinciding with a period of high tides. Flooding is possible during high tides today, Monday 12/02/24, and over the coming days. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted Peaks:- Gloucester, 4.1m to 4.4m during high tide this evening and 4.0m to 4.3m during high tide tomorrow morning 13/02.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and or Local Authorities.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6pm today, Monday 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Feb 2024 08:24
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall coinciding with a period of high tides. Flooding is possible during high tides today, Monday 12/02/24, and over the coming days. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted Peaks:- Gloucester, 4.1m to 4.3m during high tide this morning and high tide this evening, 12/02;
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and or Local Authorities.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6pm today, Monday 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Feb 2024 19:23
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible during high tides this evening, Sunday 11/02/24, tomorrow morning Monday 12/02/24, and over the coming days. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted Peaks:- Gloucester, 4.2m to 4.4m during high tide this evening Sunday 11/02/24 and 4.2m to 4.4m tomorrow morning Monday 12/02/24
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and or Local Authorities.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am tomorrow, Monday 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Feb 2024 15:48
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible during high tides this evening, Sunday 11/02/24, tomorrow morning Monday 12/02/24, and over the coming days. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted Peaks:- Gloucester, 3.9m to 4.2m during high tide this evening Sunday 11/02/24 and 3.9m to 4.3m tomorrow morning Monday 12/02/24
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and or Local Authorities.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am tomorrow, Monday 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Feb 2024 09:50
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible during high tide today, Sunday 11/02, and over the coming days. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted Peaks:- Gloucester, 4.0m to 4.3m during high tide this morning, and 3.9m to 4.2m during high tide this evening, 11/02.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and or Local Authorities.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6pm today, Sunday 11/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Feb 2024 16:05
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible during high tides at 10:15 on 11/02/24. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane. Predicted Peak at Gloucester 3.9m to 4.3m Sunday morning, 10/02/24.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and or Local Authorities.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11:00 on 11/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Jan 2024 18:45
River Severn
River levels are falling but remain high at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding to property, roads and farmland continues. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Peak:- Gloucester docks peaked at 4.7m Friday evening, 05/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high and steady over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 7pm tomorrow, Monday 08/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2024 17:00
River Severn
River levels remain high and steady at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding to property, roads and farmland continues. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Peak:- Gloucester docks peaked at 4.7m Friday evening, 05/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 7pm tomorrow, 07/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2024 09:15
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding to property, roads and farmland continues. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Peak:- Gloucester docks peaked at 4.7m Friday evening, 05/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 7pm today, 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Jan 2024 18:34
River Severn
River levels are peaking at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. This risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted peak:- Gloucester docks, 4.6m to 4.7m this evening, Friday 05/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am, Saturday 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Jan 2024 10:30
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted peak:- Gloucester docks, 4.6m to 4.7m this morning, Friday 05/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 7pm today, Friday 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 18:13
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted peak:- Gloucester docks, 4.6m to 4.7m tomorrow morning, Friday 05/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am tomorrow, Friday 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 13:08
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted peak:- Gloucester docks, 4.6m to 4.7m tomorrow morning, Friday 05/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 7pm today, Thursday 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 10:23
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted peak:- Gloucester docks, 4.5m to 4.6m tomorrow morning, Friday 05/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 7pm today, Thursday 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 01:40
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted peak:- Gloucester, 4.3m to 4.5m on Friday morning, 05/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am today, 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Jan 2024 18:21
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted peak at Gloucester 4.2m to 4.4m on Friday morning 05/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am tomorrow morning, Thursday 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Jan 2024 13:34
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted peak at Gloucester 4.2m to 4.4m on Friday morning 05/01/2024.
Further rain is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 7pm today Wednesday 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Feb 2022 11:52
River Severn
The arrival of Storm Eunice Overnight on Thursday and Friday morning has not resulted in the significant impact initially forecast. A flood warning remains in force due to spray and high winds
This evenings tide is forecast to be lower than the Friday morning tide.
We are closely monitoring the situation and working closely with our partners . Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please activate your flood plan, and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads during this time. Please consider the high winds when travelling.
This message will be updated by 6pm
Severe Flood Warning issued on 17 Feb 2022 14:28
River Severn
A severe flood warning is in force for the River Severn at Hempstead. Severe flooding is expected from Friday morning due to strong winds, high waves and a high tide between 07:30 and 11:30, 18/02/2022. There is danger to life.
You need to take action immediately to implement your emergency flood plan as severe flooding to homes and main roads is expected.
The level at Gloucester gauge is forecast to reach up to 3.9m during the high tide Friday morning. Levels will remain high for a prolonged period of time due to a tidal surge with very strong winds and large waves.
We are working closely with emergency services. If you feel your life is threatened, please dial 999 for assistance
This message will be updated by midday on 18/02/2022.
Severe Flood Warning issued on 17 Feb 2022 14:00
River Severn
A severe flood warning is in force for the River Severn at Hempstead. Severe flooding is expected from Friday morning due to strong winds, high waves and a high tide between 07:30 and 11:30, 17/02/2022. There is danger to life.
You need to take action immediately to implement your emergency flood plan as severe flooding to homes and main roads is expected.
The level at Gloucester gauge is forecast to reach up to 3.9m during the high tide Friday morning. Levels will remain high for a prolonged period of time due to a tidal surge with very strong winds and large waves.
We are working closely with emergency services. If you feel your life is threatened, please dial 999 for assistance
This message will be updated by midday on 18/02/2022.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Feb 2022 11:47
River Severn
The arrival of Storm Eunice overnight on Thursday has the potential to cause severe flooding with overtopping of defences, very strong winds and high waves. There is potential for record water levels along the Severn & Wye estuary.
Water levels will be at their highest between 7:30 and 11:30 am Friday morning when flooding to properties, roads and farmland is expected. The level at Gloucester gauge is forecast to reach up to 3.9m. This warning has been issued due to the high tidal surge, significant wave height and wind speed which will cause levels to remain high for a longer period of time.
We are closely monitoring the situation and working closely with our partners. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please activate your flood plan, and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads during this time.
This message will be updated by 5 pm today, 17/02/22 or if the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Feb 2021 11:24
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of a combination of high tides and water coming down the River Severn. Flooding is expected on high tides at noon on Monday 01/02/21 at Hempsted. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted peaks at Gloucester are 4.25m to 4.40m this afternoon, 01/02/21. Sundays recorded tide level for Gloucester was 4.25m at 23:45, 01/02/21.
Further rain is forecast Tuesday into Wednesday and again on Thursday. We are closely monitoring the situation
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Monday 01/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Jan 2021 17:25
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of a combination of high tides and recent rainfall. Flooding is expected on high tides at 23:45 on Sunday 31/01/21 and noon on Monday 01/02/21 at Hempsted. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted Peaks at Gloucester river gauge are: 4.25m to 4.4m at 23:45 on Sunday 31/01/21 and 4.3m to 4.45m at noon on Monday 01/02/21.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We expect river levels to remain high into next week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 1pm on Monday 01/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2020 09:12
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding will affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours, as a result we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Be prepared to move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 9pm on Saturday, 22/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2020 01:41
River Severn
River levels have peaked but remain high at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding will affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, as a result we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Be prepared to move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Saturday, 22/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2020 17:42
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding will affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, as a result we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Be prepared to move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 2am on Saturday, 22/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2020 09:14
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding will affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, as a result we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Be prepared to move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Friday, 21/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2020 00:40
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding will affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, as a result we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Be prepared to move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10 am on Friday, 21/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Feb 2020 17:48
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding will affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, as a result we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Be prepared to move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 2am on Friday, 21/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Feb 2020 08:40
River Severn
River levels have peaked this evening but remain high at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding will affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, as a result we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Be prepared to move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Thursday, 20/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Feb 2020 01:32
River Severn
River levels have peaked this evening but remain high at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding will affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, as a result we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Be prepared to move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Thursday, 20/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Feb 2020 17:20
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding will affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
A predicted peak at the Gloucester river gauge of between 4.4 to 4.5m is expected this evening Wednesday 19/02/20.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Be prepared to move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 2am on Thursday, 20/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Feb 2020 09:30
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding will affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
A predicted peak at Gloucester river gauge of between 4.4m to 4.5m is expected this afternoon, Wednesday 19/02/20.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Be prepared to move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Wednesday, 19/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Feb 2020 02:40
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected. Flooding will affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
A predicted peak at Gloucester river gauge of between 4.4m to 4.5m is expected on Wednesday morning, 19/02/20.
Scattered showers are expected over the next 24 hours with further prolonged rainfall forecast from midday on Wednesday, 19/02/20. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Be prepared to move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Wednesday, 19/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Feb 2020 17:33
River Severn
This warning has been re-issued due to revised predicted peaks for Gloucester Docks. River levels are rising at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected. Flooding will affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane. A predicted peak at Gloucester 4.3m to 4.5m is expected on Wednesday morning, 19/02/2020. Scattered showers are expected over the next 24 hours with further prolonged rainfall forecast from midday on Wednesday, 19/02/20. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services. Be prepared to move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety and avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated by 3am on Wednesday, 19/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Feb 2020 10:48
River Severn
This warning has been re-issued due to revised predicted peaks for Gloucester Docks.
River levels are rising at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland may occur today 18/02/20. Flooding will affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
A predicted peak at Gloucester 4.2m to 4.5m is expected overnight on Tuesday, 18/02/2020.
Scattered showers are expected over the next 24 hours with further prolonged rainfall forecast from midday on Wednesday, 19/02/20. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Be prepared to move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 6pm on 18/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Feb 2020 02:34
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland may occur today 18/02/20. Flooding will affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted Peak at Gloucester 3.8m to 4.2m Tuesday, 18/02/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Please move possession and valuables off the ground or to safety and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday 18/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Feb 2020 19:42
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Gloucester river gauge as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to occur from Tuesday, 18/02/20. Flooding will affect properties and roads in and around Hempsted as well as access to Rea Lane.
Predicted Peak at Gloucester 3.9m to 4.3m overnight Tuesday, 18/02/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Please move possession and valuables off the ground or to safety and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 3am on Tuesday 18/02/20, or as the situation changes.