Flood Alert Info - River Darent from Westerham to Dartford
Area Description
River Darent from Westerham to Dartford, including Brasted, Sundridge, Chipstead, Dunton Green, Otford, Eynsford and South Darenth.
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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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 24 Sep 2024 19:29
River Darent
River levels will remain high this evening due to heavy rainfall yesterday, 23/09/2024.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, particularly around Otford.
No property flooding is expected.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast tomorrow, 25/09/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing debris from weed screens.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 25/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Sep 2024 09:07
River Darent
River levels will remain high today, 24/09/2024 due to heavy rainfall yesterday, 23/09/2024.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, particularly around Otford.
No property flooding is expected.
Light rainfall is forecast today, 24/09/2024.
Further potential heavy rainfall is forecast tomorrow, 25/09/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing debris from weed screens.
This message will be updated by 20:00 PM on 24/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Sep 2024 19:53
River Darent
River levels will remain high overnight due to heavy rainfall this morning, 23/09/2024.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected.
Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near rivers.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight. Light rainfall is forecast tomorrow, 24/09/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing debris from weed screens.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 24/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Sep 2024 07:49
River Darent
High river levels this morning may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible from 8:00 AM today, 23/09/2024.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the River Darent.
Further flooding is possible throughout today as river levels are remaining high due to heavy rainfall overnight.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and clearing debris from weed screens.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions.
This message will be updated by 8:00 PM on 23/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Mar 2024 09:04
River Darent
River levels continue to rise on the River Darent due to persistent rainfall over the last 3 days.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Darent, from Westerham to Dartford. River levels continue to rise at Hawley, and there is still a risk of flooding of roads and low-lying land as river levels remain high today 03/03/2024,
No further rainfall is forecast today, however river levels will remain high for the next few days. Property flooding is not currently expected, though surface water impacts are possible.
We are monitoring rainfall and 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 03/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2024 18:19
River Darent
River levels continue to rise on the River Darent due to persistent rainfall over the last 48 hours.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Darent, from Westerham to Dartford. River levels continue to rise at Hawley, and there is still a risk of flooding of roads and low-lying land this evening 02/03/2024 and into tomorrow 03/03/2024.
No further rainfall is forecast this evening and into tomorrow, however river levels will remain high for the next few days. Property flooding is not currently expected, though surface water impacts are possible.
We are monitoring rainfall and 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 on 03/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2024 19:20
River Darent
River levels on the River Darent peaked at Otford at 2:30am this morning and are now falling, but are still rising slowly at Hawley. River levels will remain high until tomorrow morning 27/02/2024.
No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next five days.
Please continue to 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 9am tomorrow morning 27/02/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2024 11:09
River Darent
River levels on the River Darent peaked at Otford at 2:30am last night and are now falling, but are still rising slowly at Hawley. River levels will remain high until tomorrow morning 27/02/2024.
Please continue to 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 8pm this evening 26/02/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2024 17:20
River Darent
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Darent due to heavy rainfall forecast between 4pm today and the early hours of tomorrow morning 26 February 2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Darent, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Westerham and Otford between the hours of 10pm today until tomorrow afternoon. Property flooding is unlikely but remains possible. We are prepared to issue Flood Warnings if required.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the river.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated by 10am tomorrow morning.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 09:40
River Darent
River levels are rising on the River Darent due to heavy rainfall overnight. Flooding is possible at low lying land and roads along the River Darent particularly around Westerham from 10:30 AM today, 18/02/2024. No further significant rainfall is forecast, however the River Darent is expected to remain high throughout today 18/02/2024. 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 6:00 PM on 18/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 09:28
River Darent
River levels are continuing to rise slowly on the lower River Darent due to heavy rainfall on Thursday. Flooding to low lying land and roads remains possible in the Hawley area, although the risk of flooding in the Westerham and Otford areas has now reduced. Standing water may remain on fields and low lying land that were flooded previously.
We expect river levels to peak today, Saturday 6 January 2024, and begin falling slowly overnight. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next two days, but this is not expected to cause river levels to rise further.
Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation.
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 9pm on Saturday 6 January 2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 20:08
River Darent
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the River Darent near Westerham and Otford.
River levels are still rising on the River Darent near Hawley as water flows downstream, and levels will stay high overnight (05/01/2024) and tomorrow (06/01/2024).
Flooding is possible on low lying land and roads from 8:00 PM today.
No property flooding is expected and no further heavy rainfall is forecast.
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 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 08:48
River Darent
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the River Darent near Westerham and Otford.
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Darent near Hawley as water flows downstream, and levels will stay high throughout today (05/01/2024) and tomorrow (06/01/2024).
Flooding is possible on low lying land and roads from 5:00 PM today.
No property flooding is expected and no further heavy rainfall is forecast.
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 8:00 PM on 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 18:03
River Darent
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Darent due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Darent, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Westerham and Otford.
Flooding is possible at from 11:00 PM on Thursday 04/01/2023 and into Friday.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight.
Property flooding is unlikely, but remains possible. We are prepared to issue Flood Warnings if required.
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 9:00 AM on 05/01/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2023 08:21
River Darent
River levels are remaining high, but steady on the River Darent due to heavy rainfall yesterday, 12/12/23. Flooding of roads and low lying land near the river remains a possibility until tomorrow afternoon, 14/12/23. Flooding to property is not currently expected. Further light, intermittent rainfall is forecasted for today, 13/12/23, before turning dry tomorrow, 14/12/23. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow morning, 14/12/23.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Please 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 9pm tonight, 13/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 20:50
River Darent
River levels are remaining high, but steady on the River Darent due to heavy rainfall today, 12/12/23. Flooding of roads and low lying land near the river remains a possibility until tomorrow morning, 13/12/23. Flooding to property is not currently expected. Further intermittent rainfall is forecasted overnight tonight and into tomorrow, 13/12/23. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow morning, 13/12/23.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Please 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 9am tomorrow morning, 13/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 14:32
River Darent
River levels are rising on the River Darent due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible from 3pm today, 12/12/23, particularly in Otford. Flooding to property is not currently expected.
Further showery rainfall is forecasted for this evening, but is expected to turn dry tomorrow, 13/12/23.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Please 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 9pm tonight, 12/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2023 07:00
River Darent
River levels remain high as a result of the rainfall yesterday. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible throughout today, Sunday 05/11/2023. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Darent particularly in Westerham, Sundridge, Shoreham and Dartford. No internal property flooding is expected.
Further rainfall and showers are expected over the next 5 days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers. We are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated this evening, 05/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2023 16:06
River Darent
River levels have risen again as a result of the rainfall today. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected between 8pm this evening and 6am tomorrow, 05/11/23. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Darent particularly in Westerham, Sundridge and Shoreham. No internal property flooding is expected.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 9 hours until 1am on 05/11/23.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers. We are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 05/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2023 07:10
River Darent
River levels continue to remain high as a result of Storm Ciarán. Further rainfall is forecast for Saturday 04/11/2023 which could cause river levels to rise further. Flooding of roads and low lying land along the river Darent particularly around Westerham, Sundridge and Shoreham. Flooding is expected to continue until Sunday lunchtime 05/11/2023. No internal property flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers. We are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 7pm Saturday 04/11/2023 or sooner if needed.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2023 16:19
River Darent
River levels remain high as a result of Storm Ciaran. Further rainfall is forecast on Saturday 4/11/2023 which could cause river levels to rise further. Flooding of roads and low lying land along the River Darent, particularly around Westerham, Sundridge and Shoreham is expected to continue until Sunday lunchtime 5/11/2023.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers. We are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
Please stay aware in case further alerts and warnings are issued.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2023 08:58
River Darent
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 20:21
River Darent
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 18 Nov 2022 07:54
River Darent
River levels remain higher than normal, following the heavy rainfall over the last 48 hours. Levels have fallen at Otford, but continue to rise at Hawley. No further significant rainfall is forecast and we expect river levels to begin falling during today. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 8pm on Friday 18th November 2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 20:37
River Darent
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall in the last 24 hours. Flooding of roads and low-lying land is still possible overnight tonight, 17th November 2022 and into tomorrow, 18th November 2022. No further significant rainfall is forecast, and we expect river levels to begin falling overnight. No flooding to properties is currently expected. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 8am on Friday 18th November 2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 09:26
River Darent
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall today, Thursday 17 November. The river levels peaked at 6am this morning, however, river levels will remain high for the next 24 hours. Flooding of roads and low lying land is still possible but property flooding is not currently expected.
No further significant rainfall is forecast.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing trash screens and actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 8pm on Thursday the 17 November 2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2022 20:48
River Darent
River levels continue to remain high as a result of heavy and persistent rainfall throughout today. Flooding of roads and low-lying land is possible today, 16/11/2022 and through until Thursday and Friday. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high tonight and throughout Thursday 17/11/2022, particularly Otford. River levels are expected to remain high, and we are prepared to issue Flood Warnings if required. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are clearing trash screens across the catchment. 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 10:00 on 17/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2022 17:04
River Darent
River levels have risen as a result of heavy and persistent rainfall overnight and during the morning of Wednesday. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours, and we expect river levels to rise again overnight and throughout Thursday 17/11/2022. Flooding of roads and low-lying land is possible today, 16/11/2022 and through until Thursday and Friday. Property flooding is not currently expected, though we are prepared to issue Flood Warnings if required. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are clearing trash screens across the catchment. 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 10:00 on 17/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2022 19:22
River Darent
River levels on the Darent remain high. The river level peaked at 4:30 this afternoon. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected to continue until the early hours of tomorrow morning. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 36 hours until the evening of Monday 7/11/22 and we expect river levels to remain high until Tuesday morning 8/11/22.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the river. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated by 10:00 am on 07/11/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2022 12:22
River Darent
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected between 3:00 pm today until the early hours of tomorrow morning. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 36 hours until the evening of Monday 7/11/22. We expect river levels to remain high until Tuesday morning 8/11/22.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the river. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2021 19:33
River Darent
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible from approximately 7pm today, Thursday 21 October 2021 between Otford and Dartford. We expect flooding to affect land and roads. Property flooding is not currently expected.
Further showers are forecast over the next 5 days. River levels have stabilised at Otford but are still rising at Hawley.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing trash screens and actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 9am Friday 22 October 2021.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2021 10:08
River Darent
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible from approximately 10am today, Thursday 21 October 2021 between Otford and Dartford. We expect flooding to affect land and roads. Property flooding is not currently expected.
Further showers forecast over the next 5 days. River levels have stabilised at Otford but are still rising at Hawley.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing trash screens and actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 8pm Thursday 21 October 2021.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2021 20:34
River Darent
This Flood Alert has been issued as we expect heavy rainfall overnight to lead to some flooding. Flooding to low lying land and roads is forecast during the early morning tomorrow, Thursday 21 October. The first flooding is expected from approximately 4am, continuing throughout the day. Flooding is likely in multiple areas along the River Darent, particularly to low land near the river between Westerham and Otford. There is currently some uncertainty in where the heaviest rain will fall so some areas may only see raised river levels and no flooding. Further showers are possible during Thursday, leading to some continued flooding into the evening. Water levels in the Hawley area will be slower to respond with any flooding not expected until later in the day Thursday. Please avoid contact with flood water and be careful in riverside areas along the River Darent. We will be closely monitoring the situation and will issue further messages if needed. We also have staff prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 10am Thursday.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2021 07:36
River Darent
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible from approximately 7:30am today, 5th October 2021, around Otford. We expect flooding to affect land and roads. Property flooding is not currently expected, though surface water impacts are possible.
Showers are forecast for the rest of today, followed by drier weather from Wednesday. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing trash screens and actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 8pm Tuesday 5th October 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2021 08:44
River Darent
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall which fell in the area from the 28th to 30th January. Further rainfall is expected on the morning of Tuesday 2nd February. Levels remain high at Hawley. Flooding of roads and low lying land along the River Darent between Westerham and Dartford is expected until Wednesday 3rd February 2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. Property flooding is not expected at this time. This message will be updated by 9:00am Tuesday 2nd February 2021 or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2021 20:05
River Darent
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall over the last 72 hours. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected until tomorrow Monday 1 February 2021. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads along the River Darent between Westerham and Dartford. Levels remain high at Hawley. Further rainfall is expected over the next 5 days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Property flooding is not expected at this time.
This message will be updated by 9am Monday 1 February 2021 or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2021 07:59
River Darent
River levels remain high as a result of continued rainfall since Thursday. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected until tomorrow Monday 01 February 2021. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads along the River Darent between Westerham and Dartford. Levels remain high at Hawley. Further rainfall is expected over the next 5 days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Property flooding is not expected at this time. This message will be updated by 8pm on Sunday 31 January 2021 or sooner if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 19:45
River Darent
River levels are rising as a result of continued rainfall since Thursday. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected until tomorrow afternoon, Sunday 31 January 2021. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads along the River Darent between Westerham and Dartford. No further rainfall is forecast today, Saturday 30 January, or tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Property flooding is not expected at this time. This message will be updated by 9am on Sunday 31 January 2021 or sooner if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 14:06
River Darent
River levels are rising again as a result of continued rainfall since Thursday . Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected until tomorrow morning Sunday 31 January 2021. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads along the River Darent between Westerham and Dartford. Further heavy rainfall is forecast until this afternoon. We are closely monitoring the situation. Property flooding is not expected at this time, however, surface water impacts are possible.
Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the river and are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 8pm on Saturday 30 January 2021 or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 07:47
River Darent
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall over the past two days. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible until this evening Saturday 30 January 2021. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads along the River Darent between Westerham and Dartford. Further heavy rainfall is forecast from this morning until the afternoon. We are closely monitoring the situation. Property flooding is not expected at this time, however, surface water impacts are possible. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the river. Our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 8pm on Saturday 30 January 2021 or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 17:46
River Darent
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall overnight over the past two days. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible this evening from approximately 6pm on Friday 29 January 2021. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads along the River Darent between Westerham and Dartford. Further heavy rainfall is forecast from early tomorrow morning and until the afternoon. We are closely monitoring the situation. Property flooding is not expected at this time, however, surface water impacts are possible.
Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the river. Our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 8am on Saturday 30 January 2021 or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 08:18
River Darent
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall over the past two days. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible this morning from approximately 8am on Friday 29 January 2021. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads along the River Darent. Levels are now peaking at Hawley and Dartford. Some rainfall is forecast over the next 5 days. Property flooding is not expected at this time, however, surface water impacts are also possible.
Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the river. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 8pm on Friday 29 January 2021 or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 18:59
River Darent
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall overnight Wednesday into Thursday. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible this evening from approximately 6pm on Thursday 28 January 2021. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads along the River Darent. Levels have peaked at Otford but continue to rise in Hawley and Dartford.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Property flooding is not expected at this time, however, surface water impacts are also possible. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the river. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 8am on Friday 29 January 2021 or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 07:41
River Darent
River levels are rising as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible this morning from approximately 7:30am on Thursday 28 January 2021. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads around Westerham and Otford.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Property flooding is not expected at this time, however, surface water impacts are also possible. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the river. Our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 8pm on Thursday 28 January 2021 or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 19:53
River Darent
River levels are still responding to the rain experienced throughout Thursday. Flooding to low lying land and roads remains possible today, Friday 15 January, lasting into the evening as river levels are continuing to remain high in the Hawley area. River levels around Westerham and Otford have fallen but remain higher than normal around Otford, and some flooding may remain in lower lying areas along the River Darent. Further rain is forecast for tomorrow, and river levels may rise again in response to this. We will be closely monitoring the situation and have staff prepared to respond if required. Please avoid contact with flood water and remain aware of your local conditions. This message will be updated by 10am Saturday morning.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 09:32
River Darent
River levels are still responding to the rain experienced throughout Thursday. Flooding to low lying land and roads remains possible today, Friday 15 January, lasting into the evening as river levels are continuing to rise in the Hawley area. River levels around Westerham and Otford have fallen but remain higher than normal around Otford, and some flooding may remain in lower lying areas along the River Darent. The weather forecast is expected to be dry today, but rain during Saturday could cause river levels to stay high and rise again leading to some continuing or repeated flooding. We will be closely monitoring the situation and have staff prepared to respond if required. Please avoid contact with flood water and remain aware of your local conditions. This message will be updated by 9pm today.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 20:14
River Darent
River levels are still responding to the rain experienced throughout the day. Flooding to low lying land and roads remains possible this evening, Thursday 14 January, as river levels are continuing to rise in the Hawley area. River levels around Westerham and Otford are falling although some flooding may remain in lower lying areas along the River Darent. Some further rain showers will continue this evening but these are not expected to cause river levels to rise significantly. Some flooding is expected to continue into Friday morning. Please avoid contact with flood water and remain aware of your local conditions. We will be closely monitoring the situation and have staff prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 10am on Friday.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 09:19
River Darent
River levels are still responding to the rain experienced overnight and this morning. Flooding to low lying land and roads remains possible this morning, Thursday 14 January, as river levels are continuing to rise. Flooding is likely in multiple areas along the River Darent, particularly for low land in Otford and nearby areas. River levels can be expected to be higher than normal throughout the Darent area even if no flooding is experienced. The rain is expected to continue throughout today so continuing minor flooding will be possible during this time. Water levels in the Hawley area will be slower to respond with any flooding not expected until this evening if it is experienced here. Please avoid contact with flood water and remain aware of your local conditions. We will be closely monitoring the situation and have staff prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 9pm today.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Jan 2021 20:52
River Darent
This Flood Alert has been issued as we expect heavy rainfall overnight to lead to flooding. Flooding to low lying land and roads is possible during the early morning tomorrow, Thursday 14 January, continuing throughout the morning. Flooding is likely in multiple areas along the River Darent, particularly in Otford and nearby areas. There is currently uncertainty in where the heaviest rain will fall so some areas may only see raised river levels and no flooding. Further rain is expected during Thursday, leading to some continued flooding into the afternoon. Water levels in the Hawley area will be slower to respond with any flooding not expected until later in the day. Please avoid contact with flood water and remain aware of your local conditions. We will be closely monitoring the situation and have staff prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 10am Thursday.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2020 19:48
River Darent
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall due to Storm Bella. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible overnight into Tuesday 29th December. There is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads along the River Darent particularly around Hawley. Property flooding is not expected at this time. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the River Darent. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 8am Tuesday 29th December, or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2020 08:37
River Darent
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall due to Storm Bella. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible throughout Monday 28th December. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads along the River Darent particularly in Otford and Hawley. Property flooding is not expected at this time. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the River Darent. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 8pm Monday 28th December, or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 20:05
River Darent
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall due to Storm Bella. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected overnight into Monday 28th December. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads along the River Darent particularly in Otford and Hawley. Property flooding is not expected at this time. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the River Darent. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 8am Monday 28th December, or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 08:58
River Darent
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall due to storm Bella. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected to continue this morning from approximately 9am on Sunday 27th December 2020. We believe there is a likelihood of flooding for low lying land and roads along the River Darent particularly around Westerham and Otford. We are closely monitoring the situation. Property flooding is not expected at this time, however, surface water impacts are also possible. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the river. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 8pm Sunday 27th December, or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 19:42
River Darent
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall expected overnight tonight from storm Bella. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected tomorrow from 07:00am on the 27th December. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads along the River Darent particularly in Shoreham, Sundridge, Otford and Westerham. We are closely monitoring the situation, property flooding is not expected at this time. Surface water impacts are also possible. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from the river Darent. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated tomorrow morning at 09:00am, or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2020 17:08
River Darent
River levels remain high on the River Darent following persistent rainfall overnight last night and this morning. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land near the river Darent, particularly near Otford, is expected to continue overnight tonight. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point.
Further rain is forecast tomorrow morning, Saturday 5 December 2020. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers and checking our defences and structures.
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 9am tomorrow morning, Saturday 5 December 2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2020 09:40
River Darent
River levels have risen on the river Darent as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land along the river Darent particularly near Otford is expected to continue until lunchtime today. Flooding of property is not expected at this time.
Further light rain is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until lunchtime today.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and checking our defenses and structures.
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 before 5:00pm today.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Dec 2020 21:58
River Darent
River levels have risen on the river Darent as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected between 05:00 am and 10:00am tomorrow, 04/12/20. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads along the River Darent particularly in Shoreham, Sundridge and Westerham.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours and we expect river levels to remain high until lunchtime on 04/12/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and checking our defences and structures.
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 before 10am tomorrow morning.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Dec 2020 21:04
River Darent
River levels have risen on the river Darent as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and low lying land is expected between 05:00 am and 10:00am tomorrow, 04/12/20. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads along the River Darent particularly in Shoreham, Sundridge and Westerham.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours and we expect river levels to remain high until lunchtime on 04/12/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and checking our defences and structures.
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 before 10am tomorrow morning.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Mar 2020 17:00
River Darent
River levels remain high following heavy rainfall experienced on Thursday 5 March. Flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to continue throughout the area around Hawley. River levels have already peaked between Westerham and Otford, levels here can be expected to fall further throughout Saturday 7 March. Water levels around Hawley are expected to remain high until Saturday late evening. Even where the river levels have already dropped there is the potential for standing floodwaters to remain. 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 8am, Sunday 8 March, or as the situation changes. Further rain is forecast over the next 5 days, we are therefore monitoring the situation closely.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Mar 2020 08:00
River Darent
River levels remain high following heavy rainfall experienced on Thursday 5 March. Flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to continue throughout the area around Hawley. River levels have already peaked between Westerham and Otford. Levels here can be expected to fall throughout Saturday 7 March. Water levels around Hawley are expected to remain high until Saturday evening. Even where the river levels have already dropped there is the potential for standing floodwaters to remain. 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, Saturday 7 March, or as the situation changes. Further rain is forecast over the next 5 days, we are therefore monitoring the situation closely.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Mar 2020 19:03
River Darent
River levels remain high following heavy rainfall experienced yesterday, Thursday 5 March. Flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to continue throughout the area, particularly areas between Otford and Hawley. Further rainfall is forecast through the weekend and into next week. River levels have already peaked between Westerham and Otford, levels here can be expected to fall throughout this evening, Friday 6 March, and overnight. Water levels around Hawley are expected to continue to rise until Saturday morning, flooding to low lying land and roads can be expected to worsen until this time. Even where the river levels have already dropped there is the potential for standing floodwaters to remain. 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 8am Saturday 7 March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Mar 2020 13:35
River Darent
River levels remain high following heavy rainfall experienced yesterday, Thursday 5 March. Flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to continue throughout the area, particularly areas between Otford and Hawley. There is no further heavy rain in the immediate forecast and river levels have already peaked between Westerham and Otford, levels here can be expected to fall throughout Friday 6 March. Water levels around Hawley are expected to continue to rise until Saturday morning, flooding to low lying land and roads can be expected to worsen until this time. Even where the river levels have already dropped there is the potential for standing floodwaters to remain. 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 9pm, Friday 6 March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Mar 2020 05:17
River Darent
River levels remain high following heavy rainfall experienced yesterday, Thursday 05/03/2020. Flooding of low lying land and roads is likely to continue throughout the area, particularly areas between Otford and Hawley. There is no further heavy rain in the immediate forecast and river levels have already peaked between Westerham and Otford, levels here can be expected to fall throughout Friday, 06/03/2020. Water levels around Hawley are expected to continue to rise until Saturday morning, flooding to low lying land and roads can be expected to worsen until this time. Even where the river levels have already dropped there is the potential for standing floodwaters to remain. 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, Friday 06/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Mar 2020 16:12
River Darent
River levels have risen as a result of persistent rainfall throughout today. As a result, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible overnight tonight and into tomorrow, Friday 6 March 2020. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads along the River Darent. The heaviest rain is forecast to clear by this evening, although there may still be some scattered showers overnight. The remainder of this week is expected to be largely dry, although there may be some further showers over the weekend. We expect river levels to rise until the early hours of Friday morning, before starting to fall throughout the day.
Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and remain aware of your local situation.
This message will be updated by 0900 on Friday 6th March or sooner if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 05:31
River Darent
This Flood Alert remains in force due to raised river levels as a result of heavy rain experienced over the last 48 hour. Flooding of roads and land is expected continue until at least the afternoon today. We expect flooding for low lying land and roads close to the River Darent between Otford and Dartford. In some locations the river level is already falling, though some standing flood waters may remain. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident room is open. Our incident response staff have been operating our defences and structures and clearing trash screens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood waters. This message will be updated by 5pm today, 17/02/20.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 01:11
River Darent
The main risk of the heaviest rainfall associated with Storm Dennis has now passed and the River Darent has responded as a result. Flooding of roads and land is expected continue until at least mid-morning today. We expect flooding for low lying land and roads close to the River Darent between Otford and Dartford. In some locations the river level is already falling, though some standing flood waters may remain. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident room is now open. Our incident response staff have been operating our defences and structures and clearing trash screens. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood waters. This message will be updated by 12pm on Monday, 17/02/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 13:00
River Darent
This Flood Alert has been issued due to heavy rain associated with Storm Dennis. River levels have been rising this morning. Consequently, flooding of roads and land is expected until Tuesday 18 February 2020. We expect flooding for low lying land and roads close to the River Darent between Westerham and Dartford. Peak levels are expected to be similar to the flooding in December 2019. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high into Tuesday. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident room is now open. Our incident response staff are operating our defences and structures and clearing trash screens. We are prepared to issue Flood Warnings if required. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 9pm on Sunday, 16 February.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 04:45
River Darent
This Flood Alert has been issued ahead of forecast heavy rain associated with Storm Dennis. River levels are forecast to rise. Consequently, flooding of roads and land is possible between 11am and 7pm, 16/02/2020.
We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the River Darent between Westerham and Dartford. Peak levels are expected to be similar to the flooding in December 2019.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until the afternoon of Sunday 16/02/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident room is now open. Our incident response staff are operating our defences and structures and clearing trash screens. We are prepared to issue Flood Warnings if required.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 1pm on Sunday, 16/02/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 20:11
River Darent
This Flood Alert has been issued ahead of forecast heavy rain associated with Storm Dennis. River levels are forecast to rise. Consequently, flooding of roads and land is possible between 7 am and 10 am tomorrow, 16/02/2020. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the River Darent between Westerham and Dartford. Peak levels are expected to be similar to the flooding in December 2019.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until the evening of Sunday 16/02/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident room is now open. Our incident response staff are operating our defences and structures and clearing trash screens. We are prepared to issue Flood Warnings if required.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10am on Sunday, 16/02/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 11:08
River Darent
We are issuing this Flood Alert ahead of forecast heavy rain associated with Storm Dennis. River levels are forecast to rise. Consequently, flooding of roads and land is possible between 7 am and 10 am tomorrow, 16/02/2020. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads close to the River Darent between Westerham and Dartford. Peak levels are expected to be similar to the flooding in December 2019.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 36 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until the evening of Sunday 16/02/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident room is now open. Our incident response staff are operating our defences and structures and clearing trash screens. We are prepared to issue Flood Warnings if required.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 8pm this evening, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2019 16:55
River Darent
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall in the Hawley area as a result of the recent rainfall. The risk of flooding is reducing, but levels will remain high overnight tonight and into tomorrow.
There may be some further rainfall over the next few days, but this is expected to be light and no further flooding impacts are expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required.
Please avoid contact with flood water and remain aware of your local conditions.
This message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday 24th December.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2019 08:06
River Darent
Rriver levels are high but steady as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for low lying land and roads along the River Darent particularly around Hawley.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels have peaked and will remain steady, with no further rise forecasted.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking our defences and structures and are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from The River Darent.
This message will be updated by 7pm this evening, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2019 20:56
River Darent
River levels are high but steady as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads remains.
No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. However, we expect river levels to remain high until late Monday 23/12/2019.
Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
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 Monday morning, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2019 12:40
River Darent
River levels remain high following further rainfall on Saturday evening, 21/12/2019. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads remains.
No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours, however, we expect river levels to remain high throughout the rest of Sunday 22/12/2019 and into Monday 23/12/2019.
Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
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 in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2019 05:02
River Darent
River levels are high as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads remains.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 6 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next 24 hours.
Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
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 in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2019 21:54
River Darent
River levels are high as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads remains.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout the night and into Sunday 22/12/2019.
Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
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 in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2019 12:44
River Darent
River levels are high but steady as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding of low lying land and roads remains.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout today, Saturday 21/12/2019 and into Sunday 22/12/2019.
Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
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 in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2019 04:57
River Darent
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding for low lying land, gardens and roads close to the river. Particular areas of concern include Westerham and Otford.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking our defences and structures and liaising with emergency services and our partners.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. We are monitoring this situation closely from our incident room and we are prepared to respond or issue further messages if required. Please maintain awareness of your local situation and avoid contact with flood waters. Further rainfall is expected throughout Saturday 21/12/2019 which may cause further rises in river levels.
This message will be updated by 4pm Saturday 21/12/2019 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2019 15:18
River Darent
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding for low lying land, gardens and roads close to the river. Particular areas of concern include Westerham and Otford.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking our defences and structures and are liaising with emergency services and our partners.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are monitoring this situation closely from our incident room and are prepared to respond or issue further messages if required. Please maintain awareness of your local situation and avoid contact with flood waters. Further rainfall is expected throughout Saturday 21/12/2019, which may cause further rises in river levels.
This message will be updated by 8am Saturday 21/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2019 07:09
River Darent
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this morning Friday 20/12/2019.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 4 hours and we expect river levels to remain high throughout today Friday 20/12/2019.
Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
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 15:00 Friday 20/12/2019