Flood Alert Info - Middle River Colne
Area Description
The Middle River Colne at Watford and Rickmansworth including Carpenders Park.
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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Flood Alert History
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2025 10:30
River Colne
Flooding is possible as river levels are rising today due to heavy rainfall and snow melt. Flooding is still possible today.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Colne, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected. No flooding to properties is currently expected.
We expect river levels to remain high until this afternoon, 06/01/2025, when we expect them to begin to fall.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and monitor local water levels and weather conditions.
This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 06/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2025 18:13
River Colne
Flooding is possible as river levels are rising this evening due to heavy rainfall and snow melt. Flooding is possible from 06:00 AM on 06/01/2025.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Colne, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected. No flooding to properties is currently expected.
We expect river levels to remain high until Tuesday morning, 07/01/2025, when we expect them to begin to fall.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and monitor local water levels and weather conditions.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 06/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2024 17:51
River Colne
River levels remain high on the River Colne.
Flooding will continue to affect low lying land near the River Colne, particularly around Moor Lane Cottages, Bushey Hall Lane, Carpenders Park, Frogmore Cottages, Lower High Street, Rickmansworth, Batchworth, Watford and Oxhey.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Please 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 10am tomorrow, Friday 15th March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2024 09:31
River Colne
River levels remain high on the River Colne.
Flooding will continue to affect low lying land near the River Colne, particularly around Moor Lane Cottages, Bushey Hall Lane, Carpenders Park, Frogmore Cottages, Lower High Street, Rickmansworth, Batchworth, Watford and Oxhey.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Please 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 6pm this evening, Thursday 14th March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2024 16:21
River Colne
River levels remain high on the River Colne.
Flooding will continue to affect low lying land near the River Colne, particularly around Moor Lane Cottages, Bushey Hall Lane, Carpenders Park, Frogmore Cottages, Lower High Street, Rickmansworth, Batchworth, Watford and Oxhey.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Please 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 10am on Thursday 14th March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2024 09:54
River Colne
River levels remain high on the River Colne.
Flooding will continue to affect low lying land near the River Colne, particularly around Moor Lane Cottages, Bushey Hall Lane, Carpenders Park, Frogmore Cottages, Lower High Street, Rickmansworth, Batchworth, Watford and Oxhey.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Please 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 6pm Wednesday 13th March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2024 19:05
River Colne
River levels have risen on the River Colne due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect low lying land near the River Colne at 7.30pm Tuesday 12th March, particularly around Moor Lane Cottages, Bushey Hall Lane, Carpenders Park, Frogmore Cottages, Lower High Street, Rickmansworth, Batchworth, Watford and Oxhey.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
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 10am Wednesday 13th March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Mar 2024 17:12
River Colne
River levels are high but beginning to fall on the River Colne in Rickmansworth and Watford. Low lying areas next to the river are most at risk of flooding.
The forecast is mostly dry this evening and tomorrow, Tuesday 5th March, with some light rain showers. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels.
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 9am tomorrow, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Mar 2024 08:14
River Colne
River levels are high and stable on the River Colne in Rickmansworth and starting to fall in Watford. Low lying areas next to the river are most at risk of flooding.
The forecast is mostly dry today, Monday 4th March, until some light rain in the evening. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels.
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 6pm today, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 3 Mar 2024 18:15
River Colne
River levels are high and stable on the River Colne in the Watford and Rickmansworth areas. Low lying areas next to the river are most at risk of flooding.
The forecast is mostly dry overnight into tomorrow, Monday 4th March. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels.
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 9am tomorrow, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Mar 2024 09:05
River Colne
River levels are high and forecast to slowly rise further on the River Colne in the Watford and Rickmansworth areas due to recent rainfall.
The forecast is mostly dry for today, Sunday 3rd March. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels.
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 6pm today, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2024 18:50
River Colne
River levels are high and forecast to slowly rise further on the River Colne in the Watford and Rickmansworth areas due to rainfall today, Saturday 2nd March. The forecast is mostly dry for overnight and into tomorrow, Sunday 3rd March.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels.
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 10am on Sunday 3rd March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2024 10:53
River Colne
River levels are rising on the River Colne due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the river, with low lying land expected to be most affected.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout today, Saturday 2nd March. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels.
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 6pm today, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2024 18:17
River Colne
River levels are falling steadily on the Colne due to recent heavy rainfall.
No property flooding is expected.
River levels are falling steadily at the Moor Lane Rickmansworth and Berrygrove gauges in response to the heavy rainfall, however further rain is forecast tomorrow.
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 by10 AM on 25/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2024 10:07
River Colne
River levels are high but stable on the Colne due to recent heavy rainfall.
No property flooding is expected.
No further significant rainfall is forecast today.
River levels are high but stable at the Moor Lane Rickmansworth and Berrygrove gauges in response to the heavy rainfall.
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 6 PM on 24/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 16:27
River Colne
River levels are high but stable on the Colne due to heavy rainfall yesterday.
No property flooding is expected.
No further significant rainfall is forecast tomorrow.
River levels are high at the Moor Lane Rickmansworth and Berrygrove gauges in response to the heavy rainfall.
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 10 AM on 24/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 09:06
River Colne
River levels are high but stable on the Colne due to heavy rainfall yesterday.
No property flooding is expected.
No further significant rainfall is forecast.
River levels are high at the Moor Lane Rickmansworth gauge in response to the heavy rainfall.
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 5 PM on 23/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 19:34
River Colne
River levels are rising steadily on the Colne due to heavy rainfall today.
No property flooding is expected.
No further significant rainfall is forecast.
River levels are rising steadily at the Moor Lane Rickmansworth gauge in response to the heavy rainfall.
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 10:00 AM on 23/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 17:38
River Colne
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Berry Grove (Watford) gauge.
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 10:00 AM on 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 10:22
River Colne
River levels are falling on the Colne but expected to rise tomorrow morning.
Further light rainfall is forecast this afternoon.
River levels are forecast to rise.
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 6:00 PM on 10/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 18:03
River Colne
River levels remain high and are rising on the Colne.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Colne, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Moor Lane Cottages; Bushey Hall Lane; Carpenders Park; Frogmore Cottages; Lower High Street; Rickmansworth; Batchworth; Watford and Oxhey.
Flooding is possible overnight at Moor Lane Cottages; Bushey Hall Lane; Carpenders Park; Frogmore Cottages; Lower High Street; Rickmansworth; Batchworth; Watford and Oxhey.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the weekend and river levels may continue to rise.
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 10:00 AM on 10/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 11:03
River Colne
River levels remain high and are rising on the Colne.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Colne, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Moor Lane Cottages; Bushey Hall Lane; Carpenders Park; Frogmore Cottages; Lower High Street; Rickmansworth; Batchworth; Watford and Oxhey.
Flooding is possible this afternoon at Moor Lane Cottages; Bushey Hall Lane; Carpenders Park; Frogmore Cottages; Lower High Street; Rickmansworth; Batchworth; Watford and Oxhey.
Further rainfall is forecast this morning and river levels may continue to rise.
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 6:00 PM on 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 19:18
River Colne
River levels are expected to remain high on the Colne.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Colne, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Moor Lane Cottages; Bushey Hall Lane; Carpenders Park; Frogmore Cottages; Lower High Street; Rickmansworth; Batchworth; Watford and Oxhey.
Flooding is possible at Moor Lane Cottages; Bushey Hall Lane; Carpenders Park; Frogmore Cottages; Lower High Street; Rickmansworth; Batchworth; Watford and Oxhey from 9:00 AM on 09/02/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight.
River levels are rising.
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 10:00 AM on 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2024 10:19
River Colne
River levels are falling steadily following recent heavy rainfall earlier in the week.
Areas most at risk include Moor Lane Cottages, Bushey Hall Lane, Carpenders Park, Frogmore Cottages, Lower High Street, Rickmansworth, Batchworth, Watford, and Oxhey.
The forecast is dry for today, so river levels will begin to fall, but the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains.
We are monitoring 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 this evening, Sunday 7th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 17:51
River Colne
River levels remain high on the Colne following recent heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Moor Lane Cottages, Bushey Hall Lane, Carpenders Park, Frogmore Cottages, Lower High Street, Rickmansworth, Batchworth, Watford, and Oxhey.
Minimal rainfall is forecast over the weekend, so river levels will begin to fall, but the risk of flooding to low-lying land will remain.
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 10am tomorrow, Sunday 7th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 09:49
River Colne
River levels remain high on the Colne following recent heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Moor Lane Cottages, Bushey Hall Lane, Carpenders Park, Frogmore Cottages, Lower High Street, Rickmansworth, Batchworth, Watford, and Oxhey.
Minimal rainfall is forecast over the weekend, so river levels will begin to fall. The risk of flooding to low-lying land will remain.
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 9pm on Saturday 6th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 20:03
River Colne
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the Colne following recent heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Moor Lane Cottages; Bushey Hall Lane; Carpenders Park; Frogmore Cottages; Lower High Street; Rickmansworth; Batchworth; Watford; Oxhey.
Rainfall is expected to ease over the weekend, meaning river levels are forecast to peak overnight then begin falling. The risk of flooding to low-lying land will remain.
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 on the 6th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 12:19
River Colne
River levels are remaining high on the Colne, due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to continue to affect locations near the Colne, with low lying land most affected, particularly around Moor Lane Cottages, Bushey Hall Lane, Carpenders Park, Frogmore Cottages, Lower High Street, Rickmansworth, Batchworth, Watford, and Oxhey.
We expect river levels to remain high throughout the day but no further significant rainfall is forecast.
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 this evening, on Friday 5th January, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 17:15
River Colne
River levels are remaining high on the Colne, due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to continue to affect locations near the Colne, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Moor Lane Cottages, Bushey Hall Lane, Carpenders Park, Frogmore Cottages, Lower High Street, Rickmansworth, Batchworth, Watford, and Oxhey.
We expect river levels to remain high due to further rainfall today, Thursday 4th January.
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 10am tomorrow, Friday 5th January, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 09:03
River Colne
River levels are remaining high on the Colne, due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to continue to affect locations near the Colne, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Moor Lane Cottages, Bushey Hall Lane, Carpenders Park, Frogmore Cottages, Lower High Street, Rickmansworth, Batchworth, Watford, and Oxhey.
We expect river levels to remain high due to further rainfall today, Thursday 4th January.
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 5pm today, Thursday 4th January, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 18:44
River Colne
River levels are remaining high on the Colne, due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to continue to affect locations near the Colne, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Moor Lane Cottages, Bushey Hall Lane, Carpenders Park, Frogmore Cottages, Lower High Street, Rickmansworth, Batchworth, Watford, and Oxhey.
We expect river levels to remain high due to further rainfall tomorrow afternoon, Thursday 4th January.
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 10am today, Thursday 4th January, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 10:05
River Colne
River levels are remaining high on the Colne due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to continue to affect locations near the Colne, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Moor Lane Cottages, Bushey Hall Lane, Carpenders Park, Frogmore Cottages, Lower High Street, Rickmansworth, Batchworth, Watford, and Oxhey.
We expect river levels to remain high, with showers forecast today, Wednesday 3rd January, and further rainfall tomorrow, Thursday 4th January.
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 6pm today, Wednesday 3rd January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 19:47
River Colne
River levels have risen on the River Colne due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Colne from 4am on Wednesday 3 January, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Moor Lane Cottages, Bushey Hall Lane, Carpenders Park, Frogmore Cottages, Lower High Street, Rickmansworth, Batchworth, Watford and Oxhey.
Further light rainfall is forecast tomorrow, Wednesday 3 January with expectations that river levels will reduce during the day.
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 10am tomorrow, Wednesday 3 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Apr 2023 08:46
River Colne
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.