Flood Alert Info - Rivers Beam and Rom

Area Description

The Rivers Beam and Rom at Romford, Hornchurch, Dagenham and Rainham.
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 29 Sep 2024 18:06
Beam, Rom
Rainfall forecast overnight may cause river levels to rise resulting in flooding. No property flooding is expected but low lying land and roads may be affected, particularly around Abbotts Close and Como Street. Flooding is possible from Monday morning. We are monitoring river levels and closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow, Monday 30th September, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 23 Sep 2024 08:01
Beam, Rom
Rain is forecast to affect London today, Monday 23rd September, after heavy rainfall overnight. It is currently unclear which areas will experience the heaviest rain. If the heaviest rain affects Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford and Rush Green areas there is the possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible from Sunday afternoon. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur. We expect river levels in areas that receive the heaviest rain to respond by rising quickly. We recommend you stay aware of local weather conditions and water levels. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We expect the band of rain to move out of the area by this afternoon with no further rain forecast. We are constantly monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages. We will update this message by 4pm Monday 23rd September or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Sep 2024 15:50
Beam, Rom
Rain is forecast to affect London on Sunday 22nd September, this afternoon and overnight. It is currently unclear which areas will experience the heaviest rain. If the heaviest rain affects Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford and Rush Green areas there is the possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible from Sunday afternoon. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur. We expect river levels in areas that receive the heaviest rain to respond by rising quickly. We recommend you stay aware of local weather conditions and water levels. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We expect the band of rain to move out of the area by Monday afternoon with no further rain forecast. We are constantly monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages. We will update this message by 8am tomorrow, Monday 23rd September or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 1 Aug 2024 18:02
Beam, Rom
Thunderstorms are forecast to affect London this evening, Thursday, 01 August. It is currently unclear which areas will experience the heaviest rain. If the heaviest rain affects Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford and Rush Green areas there is the possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible on Thursday evening. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur. We expect river levels in areas that receive the heaviest rain to respond by rising quickly. We recommend you stay aware of local weather conditions and water levels. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We expect the band of rain to move out of the area by 11pm tonight with no further rain forecast. We are constantly monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages. We will update this message at 10pm tomorrow, 02 August or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 1 Aug 2024 12:13
Beam, Rom
Thunderstorms are forecast to affect London today Thursday, 01 August, in the afternoon and into the evening. It is currently unclear which areas will experience the heaviest rain. If the heaviest rain affects Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford and Rush Green areas there is the possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible on Thursday evening. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur. We expect river levels in areas that receive the heaviest rain to respond by rising quickly. We recommend you stay aware of local weather conditions and water levels. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We expect the band of rain to move out of the area by 11pm tonight with no further rain forecast. We are constantly monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages. We will update this message at 6pm today or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 11:10
Beam, Rom
River levels are remaining high on the Rom and Beam due to heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rom and Beam, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Abbotts Close and Como Street. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the day. River levels are steady 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 6:00 PM on 22/05/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 21 May 2024 17:45
Beam, Rom
River levels are rising on the Rom; Beam due to heavy rainfall Tuesday 21 May. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Rom; Beam, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Abbotts Close; Como Street. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. 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 10:00 AM on 22/05/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 28 Apr 2024 12:34
Beam, Rom
River levels are rising on the Rom and the Beam due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk of flooding include Abbotts Close and Como Street. 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 9:00 AM on 29/04/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 5 Aug 2023 19:28
Beam, Rom
Heavy rain has fallen across parts of London today, Saturday 5 August. The outlook for this evening and overnight is largely dry but some showers are still possible. No property flooding is currently expected. However, if further rain falls across the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford and Rush Green areas, flooding to low lying land is possible. We will continue to monitor the forecast and have operational teams on standby to respond, if required. We recommend you stay aware of local weather conditions and water levels. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 5 Aug 2023 10:50
Beam, Rom
We have issued a Flood Alert. Storm Antoni is forecast to bring thunderstorms affecting London from midday on Saturday 5 August. It is currently unclear which areas will experience the heaviest rain. If the heaviest rain affects Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford and Rush Green areas there is the possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible from midday on Saturday. Flooding from surface water could also occur. We expect river levels to respond by rising quickly in areas receiving the heaviest rain. We recommend you stay aware of local weather conditions and water levels. Consider putting your flood plan into action. We expect the band of rain to leave the area on Saturday evening, scattered showers are forecast for Sunday. We are constantly monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages. We will update this message on Saturday afternoon or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Aug 2023 16:11
Beam, Rom
We have issued a Flood Alert. Heavy rain is forecast to affect London throughout Saturday 5 August. It is currently unclear which areas will experience the heaviest rain. If the heaviest rain affects Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford and Rush Green areas there is the possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible from Saturday morning. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur. We expect river levels to respond by rising quickly in areas receiving the heaviest rain. We recommend you stay aware of local weather conditions and water levels. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We expect the band of rain to move out of the area on Saturday evening, scattered showers are forecast for Sunday. We are constantly monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages. We will update this message on Saturday afternoon or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 May 2023 17:43
Beam, Rom
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 23 Apr 2023 19:43
Beam, Rom
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 20:44
Beam, Rom
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 29 Mar 2023 20:48
Beam, Rom
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 17 Aug 2022 19:43
Beam, Rom
Thunderstorms and heavy rain have caused localised river and surface water flooding across North London today, Wednesday 17th August. We anticipate that the heaviest rain has now passed although there still remains a risk that heavy showers could cause rivers to overtop their banks, as well as localised surface water flooding. Areas which have already been affected by flooding today could maintain standing water for several hours. We recommend you avoid walking, cycling or driving in such low lying areas and remain aware of your surroundings and the weather conditions. We will continue to monitor the situation throughout the night and are prepared to act as necessary. The chance of heavy rainfall reduces from tomorrow morning, Thursday 18th August, when drier conditions are expected to resume. This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow, Thursday 18th August.


Flood Alert issued on 17 Aug 2022 09:14
Beam, Rom
Heavy rain and thunderstorms, bringing the potential for locally intense rainfall, are forecast to affect the London area for the remainder of today, Wednesday 17 August. While uncertainty remains around exact timings and, which areas will experience the heaviest rain, there is a possibility that rivers could respond quickly and overtop their banks. The heaviest rain is expected to hit the London area between 2pm and 8pm today. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible. Surface water flooding may also affect low lying areas. We recommend you monitor local weather conditions and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We are monitoring the situation closely and have staff out on the ground checking and clearing trash screens. We will update this message in the next 12 hours or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Aug 2022 17:16
Beam, Rom
Heavy rain and thunderstorms, bringing the potential for locally intense rainfall, are forecast to affect the London area over the next 48 hour period. While uncertainty remains around exact timings and which areas will experience the heaviest rain there is a possibility that rivers could respond quickly and overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible. Surface water flooding may also affect low lying areas. We recommend you monitor local weather conditions and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We are monitoring the situation closely and have staff out on the ground checking and clearing trash screens. We will update this message in the next 12 hours or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2021 22:04
Beam, Rom
Heavy and persistent rain is forecast over London overnight and into the early hours of tomorrow morning, Thursday 21 October. It is currently unclear which areas will experience the heaviest rain. If the heaviest rain affects the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible overnight tonight and into daylight hours 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. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2021 11:08
Beam, Rom
Overnight on Monday we have seen heavy rainfall in East London. This has meant that levels in the River Rom have risen again although they are now steady. The main area of concern is Romford. 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 remain high before falling later today as Tuesday is expected to be a mostly dry day. 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 20:31
Beam, Rom
We have issued a Flood Alert. Rain is forecast to affect London on Monday night, 4 October into Tuesday morning, 5 October. It is currently unclear which areas will experience the heaviest rain. If the heaviest rain affects the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible on Monday night. 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 at 10am on Tuesday morning or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 25 Jul 2021 19:23
Beam, Rom
Heavy rain and thunderstorms have affected parts of London during this afternoon, Sunday 25 July. There is the potential for further showers during this evening and overnight into Monday 26 July. There is uncertainty around exact timings and which areas will experience the heaviest rain, but if heavy rainfall occurs in the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas, there is a possibility that rivers could respond quickly and overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible. Surface water flooding may also affect low lying areas. We recommend you monitor local weather conditions and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We are continuing to monitor the situation closely and checking rivers for blockages. We will update this message tomorrow morning, Monday 26 July, or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 25 Jul 2021 09:57
Beam, Rom
Heavy rain and thunderstorms, bringing the potential for locally intense rainfall, are forecast to affect the London area today, Sunday 25 July 2021. While uncertainty remains around exact timings and which areas will experience the heaviest rain, if heavy rainfall occurs in the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas, there is a possibility that rivers could respond quickly and overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible. Surface water flooding may also affect low lying areas. We recommend you monitor local weather conditions and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We are continuing to monitor the situation closely and checking rivers for blockages. We will update this message this evening, Sunday 25 July 2021, or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 24 Jul 2021 18:49
Beam, Rom
Heavy rain and thunderstorms, bringing the potential for locally intense rainfall, are forecast to affect the London area through this evening and overnight, Saturday 24 July 2021 and tomorrow, Sunday 25 July 2021. While uncertainty remains around exact timings and which areas will experience the heaviest rain, if heavy rainfall occurs in the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could respond quickly and overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible. Surface water flooding may also affect low lying areas. We recommend you monitor local weather conditions and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We are monitoring the situation closely and staff have been out today checking rivers for blockages. We will update this message tomorrow morning, Sunday 25 July 2021, or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 24 Jul 2021 09:17
Beam, Rom
Heavy rain and thunderstorms, bringing the potential for locally intense rainfall, are forecast to affect the London area this afternoon, Saturday 24 July 2021 and tomorrow, Sunday 25 July 2021. While uncertainty remains around exact timings and which areas will experience the heaviest rain, if heavy rainfall occurs in the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could respond quickly and overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible. Surface water flooding may also affect low lying areas. We recommend you monitor local weather conditions and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We are monitoring the situation closely and have staff ready to respond to flooding if required. We will update this message this evening, Saturday 24 July 2021, or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 23 Jul 2021 18:19
Beam, Rom
Heavy rain and thunderstorms, bringing the potential for locally intense rainfall, are forecast to affect the London area tomorrow, Saturday 24 July 2021 and on Sunday 25 July 2021. While uncertainty remains around exact timings and which areas will experience the heaviest rain, if heavy rainfall occurs in the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could respond quickly and overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible. Surface water flooding may also affect low lying areas. We recommend that you monitor local weather conditions and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We are monitoring the situation closely and have staff out on the ground checking and clearing trash screens. We will update this message by 9am tomorrow, Saturday 24 July 2021 or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 21 Jul 2021 09:25
Beam, Rom
Isolated thunderstorms, bringing the potential for locally intense rainfall, are once again forecast to affect London from around 1pm and into the evening on Wednesday 21 July. While uncertainty remains around exact timings and which areas will experience the heaviest rain, if this affects the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could respond quickly and overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible on Friday. 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 the situation closely and checking rivers for blockages. We will update this message on Thursday morning, 22 July, or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Jul 2021 12:00
Beam, Rom
Isolated thunderstorms, bringing the potential for locally intense rainfall, are forecast to affect London from around 1pm through to midnight on Tuesday 20 July. While uncertainty remains around exact timings and which areas will experience the heaviest rain, if this affects the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could respond quickly and overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible on Friday. 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 the situation closely and checking rivers for blockages. We will update this message on Wednesday Morning, 21 July, or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 18 Jun 2021 13:09
Beam, Rom
Heavy rain and thunderstorms, bringing the potential for locally intense rainfall, are forecast to continue to affect London throughout the day and into tonight on Friday 18 June. While uncertainty remains around exact timings and which areas will experience the heaviest rain, if this affects the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could respond quickly and overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible on Friday. 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 the situation closely and checking rivers for blockages. We will update this message on Saturday morning,19 June, or earlier if the situation changes


Flood Alert issued on 17 Jun 2021 19:10
Beam, Rom
We have issued a Flood Alert. Heavy rain and thunderstorms, bringing the potential for locally intense rainfall, are forecast to affect London from around 6am and throughout the day on Friday 18 June. While uncertainty remains around exact timings and which areas will experience the heaviest rain, if this affects the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could respond quickly and overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible on Friday. 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 the situation closely and checking rivers for blockages. We will update this message on Friday afternoon, 18 June, or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 20:08
Beam, Rom
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the area. This has caused rivers and streams to rise. The heaviest rain has passed. Some further light rainfall is forecast. There is likely to be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river throughout the evening and overnight on Thursday 14 January, particularly in the Romford area. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur. We expect the river to remain high throughout Thursday night. 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. 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 14 Jan 2021 07:40
Beam, Rom
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, particularly around Romford. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur. We expect the river to remain high today as further rain is forecast during the day. 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 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 4 Oct 2020 08:56
Beam, Rom
80mm of rain has fallen over parts of East London in the past 48 hours. Most of the heavy rain has now passed and river levels remain high but are expected to fall during today, Sunday 4 October. Flooding to low lying land and roads is still possible. Surface water may also be affecting these areas. Flooding to properties is not currently expected. We continue to monitor rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages. 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 will update this message at 8pm this evening, or earlier if the situation changes


Flood Alert issued on 3 Oct 2020 19:11
Beam, Rom
Over the last 24 hours we have seen bands of heavy rainfall in the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford and Rush Green areas. River levels have risen and flooding to low lying land and roads remains likely. Surface water may also be affecting these areas. Further rainfall is forecast overnight and into Sunday 4th October, so river levels are expected to rise further, but we do not anticipate any flooding to properties. We continue to monitor rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages. 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 will update this message at 9am tomorrow morning, or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 3 Oct 2020 09:26
Beam, Rom
Overnight we have seen heavy rainfall in the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford and Rush Green areas. River levels have risen and flooding to low lying land and roads is likely. Surface water may also be affecting these areas. Further rainfall is forecast through today (Saturday 3rd October) so river levels are expected to rise further, but we do not anticipate having to issue any flood warnings. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages. 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 will update this message at 8pm this evening, or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2020 19:30
Beam, Rom
We have issued a Flood Alert. More rain is forecast to affect London this evening and overnight into tomorrow, Saturday 3 October. It is currently unclear which areas will experience the heaviest rain. If the heaviest rain affects the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible overnight and tomorrow. 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 or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 5 Mar 2020 18:52
Beam, Rom
River levels have risen on the Rivers Beam and Rom as a result of heavy rainfall today, Thursday 5 March. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible in the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas. Further rainfall is forecast this evening, and we expect river levels to remain high overnight and into tomorrow morning, Friday 6 March. 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. This message will be updated tomorrow morning or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 19:23
Beam, Rom
We have issued a Flood Alert. Rain associated with Storm Dennis has been falling throughout Sunday 16 February. The storm has had some isolated impacts and further scattered showers are forecast for Sunday night and Monday. It is unclear which areas will see these showers. If the heaviest rain affects the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible from tonight. 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 on Monday morning or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 08:18
Beam, Rom
We have issued a Flood Alert. Further rain, associated with Storm Dennis, is forecast to affect London throughout most of Sunday 16th February. Rain should then start to clear from late afternoon. It is unclear which areas will experience the heaviest rain. If the heaviest rain affects the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible from tonight. 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 on Sunday evening or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 21:14
Beam, Rom
We have issued a Flood Alert. Further rain, associated with Storm Dennis, is forecast to affect London throughout the weekend. The heaviest rain is predicted overnight Saturday 15 February into Sunday. It is unclear which areas will experience the heaviest rain. If the heaviest rain affects the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible from tonight. 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 on Sunday morning or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 15:47
Beam, Rom
We have issued a Flood Alert. Further rain, associated with Storm Dennis, is forecast to affect London throughout the weekend. The heaviest rain is predicted overnight Saturday 15 February into Sunday. It is unclear which areas will experience the heaviest rain. If the heaviest rain affects the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible from tonight. 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 15 Feb 2020 09:28
Beam, Rom
We have issued a Flood Alert. Further rain, associated with Storm Dennis, is forecast to affect London throughout the weekend. The heaviest rain is predicted overnight Saturday 15 February into Sunday. It is unclear which areas will experience the heaviest rain. If the heaviest rain affects the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible from tonight. 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 at 4pm today or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2020 15:55
Beam, Rom
We have issued a Flood Alert. A band of rain is forecast to affect London overnight on Friday 14 February across the south east and continuing throughout the weekend. It is currently unclear which areas will experience the heaviest rain. If the heaviest rain affects the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible from tonight. 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 in the morning or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 21:20
Beam, Rom
We have issued a Flood Alert. A band of rain is forecast to affect London on Wednesday night, 12 February and Thursday morning, 13 February. It is currently unclear which areas will experience the heaviest rain. If the heaviest rain affects the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible on Wednesday night and Thursday 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 in the morning or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2020 20:05
Beam, Rom
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the London area, and further rain is forecast this evening, Thursday 16 January. If the heaviest rain affects the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible this evening and overnight into Friday morning. Surface water flooding may also affect these areas. We recommend that 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 tomorrow morning, Friday 17 January, or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2020 12:18
Beam, Rom
We have issued a Flood Alert. Rain is forecast to affect London on Thursday 16 January. It is currently unclear which areas will experience the heaviest rain. If the heaviest rain affects the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford or Rush Green areas there is a possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside gardens is possible this afternoon (Thursday 16 January) and into Friday 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 Thursday evening or earlier if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2019 20:51
Beam, Rom
River levels remain high on the Rivers Beam and Rom 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.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2019 08:38
Beam, Rom
Heavy rainfall has been falling overnight and will continue this morning on Friday 20 December. We expect the rivers Beam and Rom to rise on Friday morning. 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. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. 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 19.00 on Friday 20 December or earlier if the situation changes