Flood Warning Info - River Lee at Harpenden
Area Description
River Lee at Harpenden and Wheathampstead including East Hyde.
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 23 Sep 2024 16:28
River Lee
River levels remain high on the River Lee after heavy rainfall. River levels have peaked and flooding is expected to continue until levels reduce.
Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Lee, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Batford; Lower Luton Road; Wheathampstead; Crawley Road; The Potting Shed; Coldharbour Lane; Riverside Estate; Lea Business Park; Cherry Tree Lane; Station Road (The Bull); Meads Lane; Mill Walk; High Street; Ash Grove; Kingfisher Close; Riverside Clinic; The Folly; King Edward Place; and Leasey Dell Drive.
Further rainfall is expected this evening. The forecast for Tuesday 24 September is for minimal rainfall. The risk of flooding is expected to reduce overnight tonight and through tomorrow.
Consider putting your flood plan into action. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We are monitoring rainfall and checking rivers for blockages.
This message will be updated by 10am, Tuesday 24 September, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Sep 2024 09:22
River Lee
River levels are rising on the River Lee after heavy rainfall overnight into this morning, Monday 23 September. Flooding is expected this morning when river levels reach their peak.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Lee, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Batford; Lower Luton Road; Wheathampstead; Crawley Road; The Potting Shed; Coldharbour Lane; Riverside Estate; Lea Business Park; Cherry Tree Lane; Station Road (The Bull); Meads Lane; Mill Walk; High Street; Ash Grove; Kingfisher Close; Riverside Clinic; The Folly; King Edward Place; Leasey Dell Drive.
Weather conditions are expected to improve in the afternoon. The risk of flooding is expected to reduce from later this afternoon, Monday 23 September.
Residents should consider putting your flood plan into action. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We are monitoring rainfall and checking rivers for blockages.
This message will be updated by 4pm this afternoon or as the situation changes.