Flood Warning Info - Chaffinch Brook and St James Stream at Elmers End
Area Description
Chaffinch Brook and St James Stream at Elmers End and Upper Elmers End, including South Norwood Country Park, London Boroughs of Bromley and Croydon.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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There are no Flood Warnings currently in force for this area. See below for historical flood warnings.
Area Covered by this Flood Warning
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Flood Warning History
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 27 Sep 2024 10:09
Chaffinch Brook
Rising river levels on the Chaffinch Brook are expected to cause flooding imminently on Friday 27/09/2024.
Areas most at risk are properties close to the St James Stream on Upper Elmer’s End Road and surrounding roads.
Further heavy showers are forecast throughout today, 27/09/2024, meaning further flooding is possible.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Stay away from floodwater - it may contain hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals.
This message will be updated by 3pm this afternoon on 27/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Sep 2024 02:18
Chaffinch Brook
High river levels are expected to cause flooding throughout this morning, Monday 23 September.
Flooding is expected from 2:30 AM on 23/09/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Chaffinch Brook, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected.
Further flooding is expected throughout the morning as river levels are expected to remain high due to heavy rainfall.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and clearing debris from weed screens.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions.
This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 23/09/2024, or as the situation changes.