Flood Warning Info - Middle Avon at Fordingbridge
Area Description
Roman Quay, Timbermill Court and Bowerwood in Fordingbridge.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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Flood Warning Currently in Force
Flood Warning issued on 2 Feb 2026 16:21
River Avon
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
Flooding is expected on 02 February 2026 .
River levels remain very high following recent rainfall and the high groundwater. The weather remains unsettled and further rain is forecast for tonight and tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Activate any flood protection products you may have.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .
This message will be updated by 4:30PM on 03 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Area Covered by this Flood Warning
The red highlighted area on the map below outlines the area covered by this Flood Warning.
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Flood Warning History
Number of historic Flood Warnings that have previously been recorded for this area:
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 1 Feb 2026 16:21
River Avon
This is a Flood Warning Update. River levels are steady but remain high at the Downton Iron Bridge river gauge and Fordingbridge pumping station due to to prolonged rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is still possible, and areas most at risk include Roman Quay, Timbermill Court and Bowerwood in Fordingbridge. Further rain is expected today and over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 2 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Jan 2026 17:02
River Avon
This is a Flood Warning Update. River levels are steady but remain high at the Downton Iron Bridge river gauge due to to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is still possible, and areas most at risk include Roman Quay, Timbermill Court and Bowerwood in Fordingbridge. The weather remains unsettled, with further showers forecast overnight tonight and tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 1 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Jan 2026 12:15
River Avon
River levels remain high and are continuing to cause flooding today. Areas most at risk include Roman Quay, Timbermill Court and Bowerwood in Fordingbridge. Further flooding is expected throughout the day as river levels remain high in response to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the day. We are closely monitoring the situation . Activate any flood protection products you may have. This message will be updated by 12:00PM on 31 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Jan 2026 12:03
River Avon
River levels remain high and are expected to cause flooding today. Flooding is expected on 29 January 2026 . Areas most at risk include Roman Quay, Timbermill Court and Bowerwood in Fordingbridge. Further flooding is expected throughout the day as river levels remain high in response to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Further rainfall is forecast tonight. We are closely monitoring the situation . Activate any flood protection products you may have . This message will be updated by 12:00PM on 30 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Jan 2026 12:24
River Avon
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
Flooding is expected on 28 January 2026 .
Areas most at risk include Roman Quay, Timbermill Court and Bowerwood in Fordingbridge.
Further flooding is expected throughout the day as river levels continue to rise in response to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels.
Further rainfall is forecast in the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Activate any flood protection products you may have .
This message will be updated by 12:00PM on 29 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Jan 2024 14:46
River Avon
River levels are stable on the Lower Hampshire Avon, but the peak levels have been reached below Fordingbridge.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle and Lower Hampshire Avon, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Roman Quay, Timbermill Court and Bowerwood in Fordingbridge.
River levels are expected to remain high and flooding of properties will continue.
No further rainfall is forecast.
River levels are high.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
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 05:00 PM on 10/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 8 Jan 2024 12:20
River Avon
River levels are rising steadily on the Lower Hampshire Avon, but the peak levels have been reached at Fordingbridge.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle and Lower Hampshire Avon, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Roman Quay, Timbermill Court and Bowerwood in Fordingbridge.
River levels are expected to remain high and flooding of properties will continue.
No further rainfall is forecast.
River levels are high.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
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 05:00 PM on 09/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2024 09:32
River Avon
River levels are rising steadily on the Middle and Lower Hampshire Avon.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle and Lower Hampshire Avon, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Roman Quay, Timbermill Court and Bowerwood in Fordingbridge.
River levels are expected to remain high and flooding of properties will continue.
No further rainfall is forecast.
River levels are high and forecast to rise further.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
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 05:00 PM on 08/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Jan 2023 03:50
River Avon
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding.
Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
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