Flood Warning Info - Ashley and Milford on Sea, Danes Stream

Area Description

Danes Stream from Ashley (New Milton) to Milford on Sea.
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.

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Flood Warning History

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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area

Flood Warning issued on 27 Jan 2026 16:18
Danes Stream
High river levels are continuing to cause flooding today 27/01/2026, as a lot of rain (37mm) fell overnight. Flooding is affecting footpaths in Milford on Sea and isolated low-lying property next to the river at New Valley Road, Barnes Lane, High Street and Sea Road. River levels are beginning to fall slowly but remain high. During high water, the incoming tide will prevent the river from flowing out to sea. High tide is at 17:18 and 18:48. Milford Dam is operational. Ensure any flood protection products you may have remain operational. This message will be updated by 12:00 on 28/01/2026.


Flood Warning issued on 27 Jan 2026 07:39
Danes Stream
High river levels are expected to cause flooding on Tuesday.  Flooding is expected on 27 January 2026 from 08:00, as a lot of rain (33mm) fell overnight.  Flooding will affect footpaths in Milford on Sea and isolated low lying property next to the river at New Valley Road, Barnes Lane, High Street and Sea Road. Rain is forecast to continue until 09:00. River levels and flood risk will remain throughout today.  We are monitoring rainfall and river levels .  Activate any flood protection products you may have .  This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 27 January 2026 or as the situation changes.