Flood Alert Info - Upper River Stour
Area Description
Communities on the Great Stour from Charing Heath to the A2070 including Ashford, communities on the East Stour, communities on the Whitewater and Ruckinge Dykes and the Aylesford Stream.
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 8 Feb 2026 09:04
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels have now peaked but will remain high today. Flooding is possible on Sunday 8 February 2026 morning. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford.. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 18:00 on Sunday 8 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2026 18:00
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels will remain high overnight following today’s rainfall. Flooding is possible on 07 February 2026 evening into 08 February 2026. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford. No further heavy rainfall is forecast for tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 09:00 on Sunday 8 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2026 09:38
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels will remain high today due to further rainfall forecast this morning. Flooding is possible on Saturday 7 February 2026 throughout the day. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford. No further heavy rainfall is forecast for tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 18:00 on Saturday 7 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2026 17:54
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels will remain high this evening. Flooding is possible until tomorrow morning, Saturday 7 February 2026. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 9:00 on Saturday 7 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2026 09:47
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high throughout the day following yesterday rainfall. Flooding is possible on Friday 6 February 2026 throughout the day. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 18:00 on 6 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Feb 2026 18:43
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Forecast rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on 06 February 2026 morning.
Forecasted heavy rainfall this evening and overnight could lead to elevated levels with locations most affected being low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .
This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 06 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Feb 2026 08:13
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Flood Alert remains in force for today, Wednesday 4 February 2026. The Stour and its tributaries in the Ashford area remain high today following recent rainfall. There remains an ongoing possibility of flooding to low lying land, paths or roads alongside major watercourses in the Ashford area, including the Civic Centre car park. Areas around Aldington flood storage area will remain high. Levels are high but steady in most locations in the Ashford area. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 18:00 on 4 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Feb 2026 17:17
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Flood Alert remains in force for overnight, Tuesday 3 February 2026 into Wednesday 4 February 2026. The Stour and its tributaries in the Ashford area remain high today following the weekend’s rainfall. There remains an ongoing possibility of flooding to low lying land, paths or roads alongside major watercourses in the Ashford area, including the Civic Centre car park. Areas around Aldington flood storage area will remain high. Levels are high but steady in most locations in the Ashford area. However, further rainfall expected into the evening may cause flooding of later. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 on 4 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Feb 2026 09:15
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Flood Alert remains in force for today, Tuesday 3 February 2026. The Stour and its tributaries in the Ashford area remain high today following the weekend’s rainfall. There remains an ongoing possibility of flooding to low lying land, paths or roads alongside major watercourses in the Ashford area, including the Civic Centre car park. Levels are high but steady in most locations in the Ashford area. However, further rain today, Tuesday 3 February, means some flooding could be experienced from Tuesday afternoon. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 18:00 on 3 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2026 16:45
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Flood Alert remains in force for today, Monday 2 February 2026. The Stour and its tributaries in the Ashford area remain high today following the weekend’s rainfall. There remains an ongoing possibility of flooding to low lying land, paths or roads alongside major watercourses in the Ashford area, including the Civic Centre car park. Levels are high but steady in most locations in the Ashford area. However, further rain tomorrow, Tuesday 3 February, means some flooding could be experienced from Tuesday afternoon. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00am on 3 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2026 09:49
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Flood Alert remains in force for today, Monday 2 February 2026. The Stour and its tributaries in the Ashford area remain high today following the weekend’s rainfall. There remains an ongoing possibility of flooding to low lying land, paths or roads alongside major watercourses in the Ashford area, including the Civic Centre car park. Levels are high but steady in most locations in the Ashford area, but will begin to drop during the course of the day. Levels will not be as high as those experienced in the last week of January. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 5:00pm on 2 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2026 17:17
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Forecast rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 1 February 2026 from early evening into 2 February. Forecasted heavy rainfall this evening and overnight could lead to elevated levels. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers, particularly on the River East Stour around Mersham, Stone Cross, along Aylesford Stream in Willesborough; along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour in and around Ashford, and around Great Chart and Singleton. We do not expect property flooding at this stage. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00am on 2 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2026 08:40
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high today following rainfall over the last week. Flooding is possible throughout the rest of today, 1 February. Additional showers today will see levels remain elevated, this alert and others will be re issued if needed. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers, particularly on the River East Stour around Mersham, Stone Cross, along Aylesford Stream in Willesborough; along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour in and around Ashford, and around Great Chart and Singleton. We do not expect property flooding at this stage. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 18:00 on 1 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2026 17:25
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high today following rainfall over the last week and overnight. Flooding is possible throughout the rest of today, 31 January and into tomorrow, 1 February. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers, particularly on the River East Stour around Mersham, Stone Cross, along Aylesford Stream in Willesborough; along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour in and around Ashford, and around Great Chart and Singleton. We do not expect property flooding at this stage. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 on 1 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2026 07:22
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high today following rainfall over the last week and overnight. Flooding is possible throughout the rest of today, 31 January. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers, particularly on the River East Stour around Mersham, Stone Cross, along Aylesford Stream in Willesborough; along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour in and around Ashford, and around Great Chart and Singleton. We do not expect property flooding at this stage. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 18:00 on 31 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2026 17:16
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high this evening following Tuesday's rainfall and additional showers this morning and throughout the afternoon. Flooding is possible throughout the rest of today, 30 January and into tomorrow, 31 January. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers, particularly on the River East Stour around Mersham, Stone Cross, along Aylesford Stream in Willesborough; along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour in and around Ashford, and around Great Chart and Singleton. We do not expect property flooding at this stage. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 on 31 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2026 09:04
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
High river levels today may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on 30 January 2026
Further rainfall this morning has seen already elevated river levels rise again, with further scattered showers expected throughout today and into Saturday. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers, particularly on the River East Stour around Mersham, Stone Cross, along Aylesford Stream in Willesborough; along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour in and around Ashford, and around Great Chart and Singleton. We do not expect property flooding at this stage.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .
This message will be updated by 6:00PM on 30 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2026 17:17
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high this evening as a result of Tuesday's heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible throughout the rest of today, 29 January and into tomorrow, 30 January. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers, particularly on the River East Stour around Mersham, Stone Cross, along Aylesford Stream in Willesborough; along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour in and around Ashford, and around Great Chart and Singleton. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 on 30 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2026 09:35
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high today as a result of Tuesday's heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible throughout the rest of today, 29 January. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers, particularly on the River East Stour around Mersham, Stone Cross, along Aylesford Stream in Willesborough; along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour in and around Ashford, and around Great Chart and Singleton. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 18:00 on 29 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2026 17:51
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high this evening as a result of yesterday’s heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible throughout the rest of today, 28 January and into tomorrow, 29 January. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers, particularly on the River East Stour around Mersham, Stone Cross, along Aylesford Stream in Willesborough; along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour in and around Ashford, and around Great Chart and Singleton. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00am on 29 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2026 08:01
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high throughout the day as a result of yesterday’s heavy rainfall.
Flooding is possible throughout today, 28th January
Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers, particularly on the River East Stour around Mersham, Stone Cross, along Aylesford Stream in Willesborough; along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour in and around Ashford, and around Great Chart and Singleton
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 18:00pm on 28 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jan 2026 17:55
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
High river levels throughout the evening may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible from the evening of 27 January 2026 and overnight.
Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 28 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jan 2026 08:39
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on 27 January 2026 following heavy rainfall.
Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .
This message will be updated by 6:00PM on 27 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2026 09:47
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Heavy rain has fallen through Thursday 15 January. River levels remain high leading to flooding of low lying land and roads especially areas around Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Great Chart. There is no significant rainfall in the forecast and river levels are falling but remain high. We continue to monitor rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 17:00pm on 18 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2026 17:40
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Heavy rain has fallen through Thursday 15 January. River levels remain high leading to flooding of low lying land and roads especially areas around Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Great Chart. There is no significant rainfall in the forecast and river levels have peaked. We continue to monitor rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00am on 18 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2026 18:15
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Heavy rain has fallen through Thursday 15 January. River levels remain high leading to flooding of low lying land and roads especially areas around Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Great Chart. There is no significant rainfall in the forecast and river levels are falling. We continue to monitor rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00am on 17 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2026 13:02
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Heavy rain has fallen through Thursday 15 January. River levels remain high leading to flooding of low lying land and roads especially areas around Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Great Chart. There is no significant rainfall in the forecast and river levels are peaking this afternoon. We continue to monitor rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 18:00pm on 16 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2026 20:11
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Heavy rain has fallen through Thursday 15 January. River levels are rising leading to flooding of low lying land and roads especially areas around Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Great Chart. We continue to monitor rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00am on 16 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2026 09:34
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Heavy rain is expected throughout the day on Thursday 15 January, river levels are expected to rise leading to increased flooding of low lying land and roads around Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Great Chart. We continue to monitor rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 6:00pm on 15 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2026 17:58
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high but are starting to fall following rain on Tuesday 13 January. With further heavy rain expected throughout the day on Thursday 15 January, river levels are expected to rise once again leading to increased flooding of low lying land and roads along the Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Great Chart.
We continue to monitor rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00am on 15 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2026 06:38
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
High river levels overnight has led to flooding.
Flooding is possible on 14 January 2026 .
Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .
This message will be updated by 6:00PM on 14 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Jan 2026 10:07
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Levels continue to fall on Monday 12 January but remain high through Singleton and the Victoria Park area of Ashford. Further showers are possible and this message will be updated by 6PM on 12 January or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Jan 2026 10:15
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Levels have fallen over much of the Stour catchment but remain high at Great Chart, Singleton and the Victoria Park area of Ashford. We do not expect flooding of property at this stage but further rain is forecast later on Sunday 11 January. This may prevent levels reducing. This message will be updated by 11AM on Monday 12 January.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Jan 2026 18:30
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Levels in the River Great Stour through Ashford Town Centre remain high but are falling slowly and will continue to fall overnight into Sunday 11 January. Flooded areas risk freezing overnight. Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater. This message will be updated by 11AM on Sunday 11 January.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Jan 2026 11:11
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Levels in the Great Stour will remain high through Ashford Town Centre throughout Saturday 10 January. No further significant rainfall is forecast today, Saturday 10 January so levels should decline during the afternoon and overnight. Please avoid driving, cycling or walking through floodwater. This message will be updated by 7PM on 10 January.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Jan 2026 19:18
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels will remain high overnight and on 10 January 2026. Flooding is possible. We continue to monitor the situation and will update this message by 11AM on Saturday 10 January or as the situation changes. Please avoid driving through floodwater.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Jan 2026 08:31
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels will remain high throughout Friday 09 January. Further rain is forecast during Friday but we do not expect flooding of property at this stage. We continue to monitor the situation and will update this message by 7PM on Friday 09 January or as the situation changes. Please avoid driving through floodwater.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2026 17:35
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
High river levels overnight may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on 09 January 2026 in the morning from 08:00 AM.
Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford and Aylesford Stream, particularly in Willesborough.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels .
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .
This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 09 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2025 16:35
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high and may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible overnight from the afternoon of 23 October 2025 .
Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers along the Whitewater Dyke near Stanhope.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2025 10:42
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible from the afternoon of 23 October 2025 .
Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers along the Whitewater Dyke near Stanhope.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Stay away from floodwater - it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 6:00PM on 23 October 2025 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Jan 2025 17:10
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high following yesterday evenings rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is still expected. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and around Great Chart. Flooding of property is not expected at this time. The rest of the week is forecast to remain largely settled. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and never drive through flood water; just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 9am on Friday 10th January 2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Jan 2025 07:32
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high but have reduced overnight. Flooding of roads and low lying land is still expected. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and around Great Chart. Flooding of property is not expected at this time. Today and the rest of the week is expected to remain largely settled. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and never drive through flood water; just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 6pm on Thursday 9th January 2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2025 18:34
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high but are reducing throughout Wednesday 8th January 2025. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and around Great Chart. Flooding of property is not expected at this time.
After some rain and snow this evening the weather is expected to remain largely settled. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and never drive through flood water; just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 8am on Thursday 9th January 2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2025 08:25
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high but are reducing through Wednesday 8 January 2025. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and around Great Chart.
Flooding is expected throughout the day. After some rain and snow today the weather is expected to remain largely settled.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and clearing debris from weed screens.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Wednesday 8 January 2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2025 17:25
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high but are reducing overnight Tuesday 7 January 2025 into Wednesday following heavy rainfall over the weekend. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and around Great Chart.
Flooding is expected into Wednesday morning 8 January 2025. The weather is expected to remain largely dry until Wednesday evening.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and clearing debris from weed screens.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.
This message will be updated by 9am on Wednesday 8 January 2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2025 09:50
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high through Tuesday 7 January 2025 following heavy rainfall over the weekend. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and around Great Chart.
Flooding is expected throughout Tuesday 7 January 2025. The weather on Tuesday is expected to remain largely dry.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and clearing debris from weed screens.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.
This message will be updated by 7pm on Tuesday 7 January 2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2025 19:12
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high overnight, Monday 6 January 2025 following heavy rainfall over the weekend. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour in and around Ashford, and around Great Chart.
Flooding is expected throughout the night into Tuesday 7 January 2025 as river levels remain high due to heavy rainfall. Tuesday is expected to remain largely dry.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and clearing debris from weed screens.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.
This message will be updated by 9am on Tuesday 7 January 2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2025 09:25
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high today, Monday 6 January 2025 following heavy rainfall over the weekend. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the River East Stour around Mersham, Stone Cross and Sellindge; along Aylesford Stream in Willesborough; along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour in and around Ashford, and around Great Chart and Singleton.
Flooding is expected throughout today, Monday 6 January 2025 as river levels remain high due to heavy rainfall.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and clearing debris from weed screens.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.
This message will be updated by 7pm on Monday 6 January 2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2025 17:28
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected due to heavy rain and snow melt, property flooding is not expected.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the River East Stour around Mersham, Stone Cross and Sellindge; along Aylesford Stream in Willesborough; along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour in and around Ashford, and around Great Chart and Singleton.
Flooding is expected throughout Sunday into Monday 6th January 2025 as river levels remain high due to heavy rainfall. Further showers are expected to continue throughout Sunday evening and into Monday morning.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and clearing debris from weed screens.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on Monday 6th January 2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2025 07:59
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected due to heavy rain and snow melt, property flooding is not expected.
Flooding is expected from this morning on 05/01/2025.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the River East Stour around Mersham, Stone Cross and Sellindge; along Aylesford Stream in Willesborough; along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour in and around Ashford, and around Great Chart and Singleton.
Flooding is possible throughout Sunday into Monday as river levels rise due to heavy rainfall. Rain is expected to continue throughout Sunday and into Monday morning.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and clearing debris from weed screens.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 05/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2025 06:32
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected due to heavy rain and snow melt, property flooding is not expected.
Flooding is expected from 6:30 AM on 05/01/2025.
Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the River East Stour around Mersham, Stone Cross and Sellindge; along Aylesford Stream in Willesborough; along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour in and around Ashford, and around Great Chart and Singleton.
Flooding is possible throughout Sunday into Monday as river levels rise due to heavy rainfall. Rain is expected to continue throughout Sunday and into Monday morning.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and clearing debris from weed screens.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 05/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2024 08:54
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high, but are gradually receding in the Great Chart and Singleton area of Ashford. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible today 14/12/2024, property flooding is not expected. No further significant rainfall is forecast but river levels will remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. 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 afternoon 14/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2024 16:25
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high, but are gradually receding in the Great Chart and Singleton area of Ashford. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible today 13/12/2024, property flooding is not expected. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near roads and rivers in the Ashford area. No further significant rainfall is forecast but river levels will remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. 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 14/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2024 08:37
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high, but are gradually receding in the Ashford area, today Friday 13/12/2024, as a result of rainfall last week. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible today 13/12/2024, property flooding is not expected. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near roads and rivers in the Ashford area. No further significant rainfall is forecast but river levels will remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. 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 afternoon 13/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2024 15:57
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high in the Ashford area, today Thursday 12/12/2024, as a result of rainfall over the last few days. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible today 12/12/2024, property flooding is not expected. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near roads and rivers in the Ashford area. No further significant rainfall is forecast but river levels will remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. 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 13/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2024 07:48
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high in the Ashford area, today Thursday 12/12/2024, as a result of rainfall over the last few days. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible today 12/12/2024, property flooding is not expected. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near roads and rivers in the Ashford area. The forecast is improving but river levels will remain high throughout the day. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. 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 afternoon 12/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2024 16:14
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high in the Ashford area, today Wednesday 11/12/2024, as a result of rainfall over the last few days. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible today 11/12/2024, property flooding is not expected. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near roads and rivers in the Ashford area. The forecast is improving but river levels will remain high throughout this evening. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. 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 12/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2024 07:40
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are high in the Ashford area, this morning Wednesday 11/12/2024, as a result of rainfall over the last few days. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible today 11/12/2024, property flooding is not expected. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near roads and rivers in the Ashford area. The forecast is improving but river levels will remain high throughout the day. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. 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 afternoon 11/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2024 16:54
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
High river levels may lead to flooding of low lying land and roads, property flooding is not expected.
Flooding is possible today Tuesday 10/12/2024 and tomorrow morning 11/12/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near roads and rivers in the Ashford area.
Further flooding is possible tomorrow (11/12/2024) as river levels are expected to remain high due to rainfall and further light showers are forecast this evening and overnight.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 11/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2024 07:55
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
High river levels may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible today Tuesday 10/12/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near rivers in the Ashford area.
Further flooding is possible today (10/12/2024) and tomorrow (11/12/2024) as river levels are expected to remain high due to yesterdays rainfall and further light showers are forecast today.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 10/12/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2024 16:02
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
High river levels may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible this evening on Monday 09/12/2024 and overnight.
Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near rivers in the Ashford area.
Further flooding is possible overnight (09/12/2024) and tomorrow (10/12/2024) as river levels are expected to remain high due to rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 10/12/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2024 06:30
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
High river levels throughout the morning may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible this morning on Monday 09/12/2024.
Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near rivers in the Ashford area.
Further flooding is possible throughout the afternoon (09/12/2024) as river levels are expected to remain high due to rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 6:00 PM on 09/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2024 16:52
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
The Flood Alert remains in force. River levels remain high in the water courses around Ashford and flooding of low-lying land is likely to continue overnight into Friday 29 November. Areas of particular concern include Pound Lane at Kingsnorth, Norman Road, Singleton and Victoria Park in Ashford. No significant further rain is forecast over the next few days. Please avoid walking or driving through floodwater. We continue to monitor the situation and will update this message by 11am tomorrow, Friday 29/11/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2024 11:14
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
The Flood Alert remains in force. River levels remain high in the water courses around Ashford and flooding of low-lying land is likely to continue today 28 November. Areas of particular concern include Pound Lane at Kingsnorth, Norman Road, Singleton and Victoria Park in Ashford. No significant further rain is forecast over the next few days. Please avoid walking or driving through floodwater. We continue to monitor the situation and will update this message by 20:00, Thursday 28/11/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2024 18:26
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
The Flood Alert remains in force. River levels remain high in the water courses around Ashford and flooding of low-lying land is likely to continue overnight. Areas of particular concern include Pound Lane at Kingsnorth, Norman Road, Singleton and Victoria Park in Ashford. No significant further rain is forecast over the next few days. Please avoid walking or driving through floodwater. We continue to monitor the situation and will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Thursday 28/11/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2024 08:25
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels continue to rise this morning, 27 November after heavy rainfall overnight. Flooding is likely to continue until Thursday 28 November. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the Great Stour, Ruckinge Dyke and Whitewater Dyke, in and around Ashford. River levels are currently expected to peak in Ashford on Wednesday evening.
We are closely monitoring the situation and are checking rivers for blockages. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions and be prepared for further warnings. This message will be updated by 6pm on Wednesday 27 November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2024 20:20
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Heavy rainfall is forecast overnight and into Wednesday morning, 27 November. River levels are expected to rise quickly on Wednesday morning. Flooding is likely to continue until Thursday 28 November. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the Great Stour, Rucklinge Dyke and Whitewater Dyke, in and around Ashford. River levels are currently expected to peak in Ashford on Wednesday evening.
We are closely monitoring the situation and are checking rivers for blockages. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions and be prepared for further warnings. This message will be updated by 2pm on Wednesday 27 November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 07:32
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
The Flood Alert remains in force.
River levels remain high in the Whitewater Dyke and in the Great Stour, particularly around Great Chart, Singleton and Norman Road in Ashford. Flooding of low lying land is likely to subside slowly during Friday 18/10/2024.
Further rain is expected overnight and into the morning of Saturday 19/10/2024 although this is unlikely to result in significant flood impacts.
Please avoid walking or driving through floodwater.
We continue to monitor the situation and will update this message by 6pm, Friday 18/10/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 17:30
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
The Flood Alert remains in force.
River levels remain high in the Whitewater Dyke and flooding of low lying land is likely to continue overnight, particularly between Pound Lane at Kingsnorth and Norman Road in Ashford. River levels in the Great Stour also remain high around Singleton and Victoria Park.
No further rain is expected until Saturday 19/10/2024 and this is unlikely to result in significant flood impacts.
Please avoid walking or driving through floodwater.
We continue to monitor the situation and will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Friday 18/10/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 07:47
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected today from 08:00 am and are likely to remain high today, Thursday 17/10/2024. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour, particularly in and around Ashford, Great Chart, Singleton and Kingsnorth.
Apart from possible showers this afternoon, no further rainfall is forecast today. We expect river levels to remain high throughout Thursday 17/10/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
Please avoid walking or driving through floodwater.
This message will be updated this evening, 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Oct 2024 15:13
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels in the Great Stour and local watercourses remain high this afternoon and into tomorrow (11th October 2024), but are falling and will continue to do so over the next couple of days.
Flooding of roads and low lying land remains possible, however property flooding is not expected. Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater.
Scattered showers are possible into this evening, but weather conditions are expected to continue to improve and remain largely dry for the next couple of days. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 10:00am on 11th October 2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Oct 2024 09:33
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels in the Great Stour and local watercourses remain high today, 10th October 2024 and will continue to be so over the next couple of days.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, however property flooding is not expected at this time. Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater.
Weather conditions are expected to continue to improve, with some scattered showers possible today. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 10th October 2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Oct 2024 17:29
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels in the Great Stour and local watercourses remain high today, 9th October 2024 and will continue over the next couple of days. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, however property flooding is not expected at this time. Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater.
Weather conditions are expected to continue to improve, with some light scattered showers possible overnight. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 10:00am on 10th October 2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Oct 2024 07:24
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are rising as a result of overnight heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected at this time. Flooding is possible from this morning 08:00 09/10/24.
Weather conditions are expected to improve later today 09/10/2024, and no further flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and remain aware of your local situation.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 09/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2024 16:47
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels throughout the Upper Stour area have generally peaked or are now falling following the heavy rainfall on Tuesday. Flooding of low-lying land along the river, and of riverside footpaths in the Ashford area, is still possible today, Wednesday 13th March 2024. We do not expect flooding of property at this stage. The weather forecast for Wednesday and Thursday is largely dry and so levels should continue to fall overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. This Flood Alert is expected to be removed during the morning of Thursday 14th March.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2024 11:44
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low-lying land is expected from 4pm today, Tuesday 12th March 2024. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads close to the Great Stour, particularly around Aylesford Stream. We do not expect flooding of property at this stage. Further rainfall is forecast throughout today, but it is expected to turn largely dry tomorrow. We expect river levels to remain high until Wednesday morning 13th March 2024. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated during the afternoon of Wednesday 13th March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Mar 2024 10:18
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall yesterday. Flooding of roads and low-lying land will continue today, Sunday 3 March 2024, in areas close to the Great Stour, particularly through Ashford Town Centre. We do not expect flooding of property at this stage.
The forecast is dry for the next two days, but we expect rivers levels to remain high throughout today before starting to fall.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 10am on Monday 4 March 2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2024 09:49
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall yesterday and overnight. Flooding of roads and low-lying land will continue today, Saturday 2 March 2024, in areas close to the Great Stour, particularly through Ashford Town Centre. We do not expect flooding of property at this stage.
Further showers are forecast today, Saturday 2 March, but it will be drier on Sunday. We expect river levels to remain high throughout today.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 10am Sunday 3 March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2024 12:04
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected from 12 noon today, Friday 1 March 2024. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads close to the Great Stour, particularly through Ashford Town Centre. We do not expect flooding of property at this stage.
Further light rainfall is forecast until Friday evening, followed by showers on Saturday 2 March. We expect river levels to remain high throughout Friday.
The flood storage reservoirs at Aldington and Hothfield are operating to reduce flows through Ashford. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 10am on Saturday 2 March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Feb 2024 19:29
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high in places, as a result of heavy rainfall on Sunday night and Monday morning. Flooding will affect low lying land and roads close to the rivers until Wednesday morning, 28 February. Flooding is expected to affect areas along the Great Stour and East Stour in and around Ashford. The forecast is for mainly dry weather overnight and through the day on Wednesday. River levels are expected to continue to fall overnight into Wednesday morning. We will continue to monitor situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10am on Wednesday 28 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Feb 2024 08:32
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall on Sunday night and Monday morning, 26 February. Flooding will affect low lying land and roads close to the rivers until Tuesday afternoon, 27 February. Flooding is expected to affect areas along the Great Stour and East Stour in and around Ashford. The forecast is for mainly dry weather over the next few days. River levels are peaking in Ashford this morning and levels are expected to gradually fall overnight into Tuesday, 27 February. We continue to monitor situation and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 8pm on Tuesday 27 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2024 16:03
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are high as a result of heavy rainfall on Sunday night and Monday morning. Flooding will affect low lying land and roads close to the rivers until Tuesday afternoon, 27 February. Flooding is expected to affect areas along the Great Stour and East Stour in and around Ashford. The forecast is for mainly dry weather over the next few days. River levels are peaking in Ashford this evening and levels are expected to gradually fall overnight into Tuesday, 27 February. We continue to monitor situation and our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 5pm on Tuesday 27 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2024 17:52
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are forecast to rise quickly as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads close to the rivers from 2am on Monday 26 February. Flooding is forecast to affect areas along the Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Rucklinge Dyke and Whitewater Dyke. Areas most at risk include Sellindge, Mersham, Willesborough, Great Chart, Singleton, Stone Cross, Kingsnorth and Ashford.
Heavy rainfall is expected to continue overnight and into Monday morning. We expect river levels to peak on Monday afternoon and evening. We are closely monitoring the situation. Be prepared for further flood warnings and consider acting on your flood plan, if you have one. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. River levels will remain high until Tuesday afternoon. This message will be updated by 10pm on Monday 26 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 07:42
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall during the day on Thursday. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads, particularly along the River Great Stour in Ashford during the day today, Friday 23 February. Flooding of properties is not expected. Further blustery showers are possible during the day but they aren’t expected cause any significant impacts. River levels are expected to continue to falling across the area but will remain high until Friday afternoon. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 9pm on Friday 23 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 16:07
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are rising as a result of heavy rainfall during the day on Thursday. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour around Ashford from 5pm today, Thursday 22 February. Flooding of properties is not expected. Further rainfall this afternoon is expected to clear this evening. We expect river levels to peak in Ashford in the early hours of Friday morning, 23 February. River levels will remain high until Friday evening. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 9am on Friday 23 February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2024 08:47
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are remaining high on the River Great Stour due to heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue in and around Ashford until Wednesday, 21/02/2024.
No property flooding is expected.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast for Wednesday 21/02/2024.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 21/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 17:17
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are high but steady on the River Great Stour due to heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue in and around Ashford until tomorrow, 19/02/2024.
No property flooding is expected.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast for Wednesday 21/02/2024.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 19/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 09:24
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels have risen on the River Great Stour due to heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected in and around Ashford today, 18/02/2024.
No property flooding is expected.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast for Wednesday 21/02/2024.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 18:00 on 18/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2024 08:54
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels in the Great Stour and local watercourses are reducing but remain high today, 13th February 2024 and will continue into this week.
The flood storage reservoir at Aldington is operating but levels are still expected to remain high through Bucksford and Victoria Park, causing flooding to low lying land. We do not expect flooding of property at this stage.
Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater.
Today, Tuesday 13th February has forecasted rainfall for this afternoon and throughout the night . Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 11:00am on 14/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2024 10:05
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels in the Great Stour and local watercourses are reducing but remain high today, 12th February 2024 and will continue into this week.
The flood storage reservoirs at Aldington and Hothfield are operating but levels are still expected to remain high through Ashford Town Centre during Monday 12th February, causing flooding to low lying land. We do not expect flooding of property at this stage.
Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater.
Today, Monday 12th February will be dry with rain forecasted for tomorrow afternoon, Tuesday 13th February. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 11:00am on 13/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 11:02
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels in the Great Stour and local watercourses remain high today, Sunday 11th February 2024.
The flood storage reservoirs at Aldington and Hothfield are operating but levels are still expected to remain high through Ashford Town Centre during Sunday 11th February, causing flooding to low lying land. We do not expect flooding of property at this stage.
Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater.
Further light rainfall showers are forecast today Sunday 11th February. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 11:00am on 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 09:26
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels in the Great Stour and local watercourses have risen overnight and remain high today, 10th February 2024 and through the weekend into next week.
The flood storage reservoirs at Aldington and Hothfield are operating but levels are still expected to remain high through Ashford Town Centre during Saturday 10th February, causing flooding to low lying land. We do not expect flooding of property at this stage.
Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater.
Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon Saturday 10th February with further rain possible into Sunday. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 11:00 on 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 14:04
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels in the Great Stour and local watercourses have risen overnight, following prolonged rainfall during Thursday 8th February 2024.
The flood storage reservoirs at Aldington and Hothfield are operating but levels are still expected to rise through Ashford Town Centre during Friday 9th February, causing flooding to low lying land. We do not expect flooding of property at this stage.
Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater.
Further light rainfall is forecast during the early evening of Friday 9th February with further showers possible over the weekend. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 11:00 on 10/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 17:38
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels have risen on the Great Stour due to heavy rainfall throughout this morning and more this evening. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the Great Stour, particularly around Mersham, the Aylesford Stream, particularly in Willesborough and the Great Stour and the East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford.
Flooding of low lying land and roads along the Great Stour is possible from this evening on 08/02/2024. Further rainfall is forecast throughout tonight with further showers forecast tomorrow. No property flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 06:00 PM on 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 17:15
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels have risen on the Great Stour due to heavy rainfall throughout this morning and more this evening. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the Great Stour, particularly around Mersham, the Aylesford Stream, particularly in Willesborough and the Great Stour and the East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford.
Flooding of low lying land and roads along the Great Stour is possible from this evening on 08/02/2024. Further rainfall is forecast throughout tonight with further showers forecast 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 or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 06:00 PM on 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2024 18:41
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high on the Great Stour. Areas most at risk of flooding include low-lying land at Great Chart and Victoria Park in Ashford. Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater. The forecast for the next few days is expected to be largely dry with some scattered, wintery showers over night. We expect river levels to remain high until Tuesday evening, 9th January. Our incident response staff continue to monitor the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 9am on Tuesday 9th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2024 09:11
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are falling steadily on the Great Stour. Areas most at risk of flooding include low-lying land at Great Chart and Victoria Park in Ashford. Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater. The forecast for the next few days is predicted to be largely dry with some scattered showers possible. We expect river levels to remain high until Tuesday evening, 9th January. Our incident response staff continue to monitor the situation and are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 9pm on Monday 8th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2024 18:19
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high but are now falling steadily on the Upper Great Stour. Areas most at risk of flooding include low lying land and roads along the Great Stour in and around Ashford. Flooding of property is not expected. Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater.
The forecast for the next few days is predicted to be largely dry with some scattered showers possible. We expect river levels to remain high until the middle part of the week. Our incident response staff continue to actively monitor the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 9am on Monday 8th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2024 09:33
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high but are now falling steadily on the Upper Great Stour. Areas most at risk of flooding include low lying land and roads along the Great Stour in and around Ashford. Flooding of property is not expected. Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater. The forecast for the next few days is predicted to be largely dry. We expect river levels to remain high until the middle part of the week. Our incident response staff continue to actively monitor the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 9pm on Sunday 7th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 19:05
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are continuing to fall. Residual risk of localised flooding of roads and low-lying land is expected to remain throughout the weekend. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the Great Stour in and around Ashford. Flooding of property is not expected. Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater.
The forecast for the next few days is predicted to be largely dry. We expect river levels to remain high until Sunday 7th January. Our incident response staff continue to actively monitor the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 10am on Sunday 7th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 08:54
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels have peaked and are beginning to fall. Risk of localised flooding of roads and low-lying land is expected to continue today Saturday 6th January. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the Great Stour in and around Ashford. Flooding of property is not expected. Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater.
The forecast for the next few days is predicted to be largely dry. We expect river levels to remain high until Sunday 7th January. Our incident response staff continue to actively monitor the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated by 9pm on Saturday 6th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 20:16
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high following recent rainfall. Flooding of roads and low-lying land is expected to continue overnight into Saturday 6th January. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the Great Stour in and around Ashford. Flooding of property is not expected. Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater. The forecast for the next few days is predicted to be largely dry. We expect river levels to remain high until Saturday afternoon. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 9am on Saturday 6th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 11:09
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high following heavy rainfall during the last 24 hours. Further isolated showers are forecast throughout Friday 5 January. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the Great Stour in and around Ashford, the Aylesford Stream at Willesborough and other watercourses around Kingsnorth. River levels are expected to remain high and the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. This message will be updated by 9pm on Friday 5 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 15:16
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high on the Great Stour due to heavy rainfall on Monday and Tuesday of this week. Further heavy rainfall is forecast during the afternoon and evening of Thursday 4 January. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the Great Stour in and around Ashford, the Aylesford Stream at Willesborough and other watercourses around Kingsnorth.
Flooding of low lying land and roads along the Great Stour is possible from 8pm on Thursday 4th January. Lighter rain is forecast overnight into Friday. River levels are expected to remain high and the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains.
We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area and are closely monitoring the situation. 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 11am on Friday 5th January 2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 19:50
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high on the Great Stour around Ashford due to heavy rainfall in recent days. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the Great Stour, particularly around Mersham, the Aylesford Stream, around South Willesborough and the Great Stour and the East Stour around Ashford.
Today, Wednesday 3rd January 2024 has been relatively dry, but further heavy rainfall is forecast from Thursday afternoon into Friday. River levels are expected to remain high and the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains throughout the week. We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area and 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 10am on Saturday 6th January 2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 07:58
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high on the Great Stour around Ashford due to heavy rainfall in recent days. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the Great Stour, particularly around Mersham, the Aylesford Stream, around South Willesborough and the Great Stour and the East Stour around Ashford. Today, 03/01/24 should be relatively dry but further heavy rainfall is forecast from Thursday morning later this week. River levels are expected to remain high and the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains throughout the week. We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area and 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 20:00 PM on 3/1/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 20:11
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels have risen on the Great Stour and its tributaries around Ashford due to heavy rainfall in recent days. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the Great Stour, particularly around Mersham, the Aylesford Stream, around South Willesborough and the Great Stour and the East Stour around Ashford. Flooding of low lying land and roads along the Great Stour is possible from 08:00 AM on 02/01/2024 with peak levels being seen in most locations late evening on Tuesday 2/1/2024. Wednesday should be relatively dry but further heavy rainfall is forecast from Thursday morning later this week. River levels are expected to remain high and the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains throughout the week. We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area and 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 09:00 AM on 3/1/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 07:30
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels have risen on the Great Stour due to heavy rainfall throughout last night. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the Great Stour, particularly around Mersham, the Aylesford Stream, particularly in Willesborough and the Great Stour and the East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford.
Flooding of low lying land and roads along the Great Stour is possible from 08:00 AM on 02/01/2024. Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout today with further showers forecast later this week. River levels are expected to remain high and the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains.
We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area and are closely monitoring the situation. 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 20:00 PM on 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2023 19:04
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high on the Great Stour after heavy rainfall on Tuesday 19 December. Flooding is expected to affect low-lying land at Great Chart and Victoria Park in Ashford. River levels are expected to gradually fall overnight into Thursday morning, 21 December. Isolated light showers are possible over the next few days, but they are not currently expected to cause river levels to rise significantly again. We are closely monitoring the rainfall forecast and river levels in the area. Please avoid low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk through flood water. This message will be updated by 9am on Thursday 21 December 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2023 07:33
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are rising on the Upper Stour due to yesterday’s rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect low lying land and roads along the Upper Stour, particularly in and around Chart Leacon and Victoria Park from this morning.
No property flooding is expected. Drier conditions over the next couple of days.
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 08:00 PM on 20/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Dec 2023 16:29
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels continue to fall in the Upper Stour and will continue to do so over the next couple of days, River levels are at the top of normal range but are reducing at Chart Leacon.
The risk of flooding is reducing. Please take care using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
We continue to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 06:00 PM on 17/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2023 15:38
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels continue to fall in the Upper Stour and will continue to do so over the next couple of days, River levels remain high at Chart Leacon.
The risk of flooding is reducing. Please take care using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We continue to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 06:00 PM on 16/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2023 15:46
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are beginning to fall in the Upper Stour and will continue to fall over the next couple of days, River levels remain high at Chart Leacon.
The risk of flooding is reducing. Please take care using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We continue to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 06:00 PM on 15/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2023 10:29
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are beginning to fall in the Upper Stour and will continue to fall into tomorrow 15/12/2023
The risk of flooding is reducing. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We continue to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 08:00 PM on 14/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2023 18:16
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are beginning to fall in the Upper Stour and will continue to fall into tomorrow 14/12/2023
The risk of flooding is reducing. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We continue to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 14/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2023 08:03
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high on the Great Stour after Tuesday’s rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour, particularly in and around Great Chart and Ashford until 06:00 PM Wednesday 13/12/2023.
Light showers continue throughout Wednesday before weather becomes largely dry for the coming days.
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 09:00 PM on 13/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 16:49
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are rising on the Great Stour due to today's rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour, particularly in and around Great Chart and Ashford from 17:30 PM 12/12/2023.
Heavy showers continue throughout the afternoon before lighter rain through Wednesday.
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 09:00 AM on 13/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 18:58
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are rising again on the River Great Stour, Ruckinge Dyke, Great Chart and Whitewater Dyke following Sunday’s rain.
Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river is expected to continue, particularly around Ashford, Great Chart and Singleton until Monday morning 11/12/2023.
Monday is expected to be largely dry although further rain is forecast for Tuesday.
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 09:00 AM on 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 09:37
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are falling on the River Great Stour, Ruckinge Dyke, Great Chart and Whitewater Dyke although further rain is forecast Sunday afternoon so may rise again.
Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river is expected to continue after Saturday's rainfall, particularly around Ashford, Great Chart and Singleton until Sunday evening 10/12/2023.
After this afternoon's rainfall Monday is expected to be largely dry.
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 09:00 PM on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 20:07
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river is expected to continue around River Great Stour, Ruckinge Dyke, Great Chart and Whitewater Dyke, particularly in and around Ashford, Great Chart and Singleton until Sunday morning 10/12/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow afternoon.
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 09:00 AM on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 12:45
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are rising on the Great Stour, Rucklinge Dyke, Great Chart and Whitewater Dyke due to this morning's rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour, particularly in and around Ashford, Great Chart and Singleton from 02:00 PM 09/12/2023.
The weather is forecast to be largely dry for the remainder of 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 09:00 PM on 09/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2023 16:34
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high on the Upper Stour due to heavy rainfall over the last few days although are beginning to fall. Flooding continues to affect low-lying land and roads on the River Great Stour between Great Chart and Ashford town centre. The weather forecast for Wednesday night is dry, but further rainfall is expected on Thursday 7 December which will cause river levels to rise again. Flooding of low-lying land is expected to continue into Wednesday night, 6 December. We will continue to monitor the rainfall forecast and river levels closely. Flood Storage reservoirs at Aldington and Hothfield continue to retain flood flows to reduce the risk of flooding in central Ashford. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 9am on 7 December 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2023 08:26
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high on the Upper Stour due to heavy rainfall over the last few days. Flooding is expected to affect low-lying land and roads on the River Great Stour between Great Chart and Ashford town centre. The weather forecast is for a dry day today, but further rainfall is expected on Thursday 7th December which will cause river levels to rise again. Flooding of low-lying land is expected to continue into until Wednesday evening, 6th December. We will continue to monitor the rainfall forecast and river levels closely. Flood Storage reservoirs at Aldington and Hothfield continue to retain flood flows to reduce the risk of flooding in central Ashford. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 9pm on 6th December 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 17:21
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high on the Upper Stour due to heavy rainfall over the last few days. Flooding is expected to affect low-lying land and roads around Ashford, particularly on the River Great Stour between Great Chart and Ashford town centre. No property flooding is expected. Further light showers are clearing the area during the evening of Tuesday 5th December, and the forecast is for a dry night through until Wednesday evening. Flooding of low-lying land is expected to continue into the afternoon of Wednesday 6th December. We are closely monitoring river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Flood Storage reservoirs at Aldington and Hothfield have been retaining flood flows to reduce the risk of flooding in central Ashford. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 9am on 6th December 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 08:50
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high on the Upper Stour due to heavy rainfall over the last few days. Flooding is expected to affect low-lying land and roads around Ashford, particularly on the River Great Stour, the Whitewater Dyke and the River East Stour. No property flooding is expected. Further light showers are possible on Tuesday morning, before clearing away on Tuesday afternoon. Flooding of low-lying land is expected to continue until the morning of Wednesday 6th December. We are closely monitoring river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Flood Storage reservoirs at Aldington and Hothfield have been retaining flood flows to reduce the risk of flooding in central Ashford. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 9pm on 5th December 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 19:53
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high on the Upper Stour due to heavy rainfall over the last 24 hours. Flooding is expected to affect low-lying land and roads around Ashford, particularly on the River Great Stour, the Whitewater Dyke and the River East Stour. No property flooding is expected. Further heavy showers are possible overnight, before clearing on Tuesday morning. Flooding of low-lying land is expected to continue until the morning of Wednesday 6th December. We are closely monitoring river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Flood Storage reservoirs at Aldington and Hothfield are retaining flood flows to reduce the risk of flooding in central Ashford. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 9am on 5th December 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 08:52
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are rising in the Upper Stour due to heavy rainfall over the last 24 hours. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour, the Aylesford Stream, Whitewater Dyke and the River East Stour, in and around Ashford throughout the day on Monday 4th December. No property flooding is expected. Further heavy showers are possible during the day today before clearing on Tuesday morning. We expect river levels to remain high until the morning of Tuesday 5th December. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 9pm on 4th December 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Dec 2023 20:56
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are forecasted to rise in the Upper Stour due to heavy rainfall which is expected overnight on Sunday 3 December and through the day on Monday 4 December. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads from midnight on Monday 4 December, along the River Great Stour, the Aylesford Stream, Whitewater Dyke and the East Stour in Ashford. No property flooding is expected. Heavy rainfall is expected to continue during Monday before clearing on Tuesday morning. We expect river levels to remain high until Tuesday. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10am on 4 December 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2023 08:43
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
The Flood Alert for the Upper River Stour and its tributaries around Ashford, including the East Stour, remains in force for now. River levels are forecast to gradually rise this afternoon, Saturday 18 November 2023, as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect minor and localised flooding to affect low lying land and roads close to the rivers. Please avoid using low lying land or footpaths near local watercourses. Further rainfall is forecast during the course of this morning until around 14:00 on Saturday 18 November 2023. Our incident response staff 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 this evening, 18 November 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2023 19:22
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This alert will remain in force due to further unsettled weather conditions. Further heavy rainfall is forecast for the early hours of tomorrow morning and through most of the day, Saturday 18 November 2023. We expect minor and localised flooding to affect low lying land and roads close to the rivers. Please avoid using low lying land or footpaths near local watercourses. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued. We will update this message by 09:00 on Saturday 18 November 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2023 09:25
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This alert will remain in force. Further heavy rainfall is forecast overnight tonight and through most of the day tomorrow, Saturday 18 November 2023. We expect minor and localised flooding to affect low lying land and roads close to the rivers. Please avoid using low lying land or footpaths near local watercourses. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued. We will update this message this evening, Friday 17 November 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2023 17:02
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This alert will remain in force as river levels will gradually start to rise into this evening, Thursday 16 November as a result of today’s heavy rainfall. We expect minor and localised flooding to affect low lying land and roads close to the rivers. Please avoid using low lying land or footpaths near local watercourses. Further heavy rainfall is forecast for Saturday 18 November. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued. We will review this flood alert by 09:00 Friday 17 November 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2023 08:49
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are forecast to rise again this afternoon and into this evening, Thursday 16 November as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads close to the rivers. Please avoid using low lying land or footpaths near local watercourses. Heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the day today, 16 November with further unsettled weather forecast over the next couple of days. Our incident response staff 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 this evening, 16 November 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2023 19:25
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Flood Alert will remain in force. Water levels remain high following yesterday’s rainfall. Please continue to take care and avoid using low lying land or footpaths near local watercourses. Further heavy rainfall is forecast for tomorrow, Thursday 16 November. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow morning Thursday, 16/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2023 11:00
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Flood Alert will remain in force following yesterday’s rainfall on Tuesday 14 November. Water levels will remain high through-out the day today, please take care and avoid using low lying land or footpaths near local watercourses. Further heavy rainfall is forecast for Thursday 16 November. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 8pm this evening, Wednesday, 15/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 20:46
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels have risen again and remain high after further heavy rainfall on Tuesday 14 November. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford. River levels are peaking in Ashford on Tuesday evening and are expected to fall overnight into Wednesday 15 November. Please avoid using low lying land or footpaths near local watercourses. The weather forecast is for a dry sunny day on Wednesday, allowing water levels to continue to fall during the day. Further heavy rainfall is possible on Thursday. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 11am on Wednesday, 15/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 09:57
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high after heavy rainfall on Monday and further heavy thundery showers are expected today which could cause river levels to rise again. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford. River levels are expected to rise in response to further rainfall until later this Tuesday evening. 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. This message will be updated by 9pm on Tuesday, 14/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 19:49
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high after heavy rainfall on Monday morning. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford. River levels are expected to peak in Ashford at around 8pm, Monday 13 November. River levels are expected to fall overnight into Tuesday. Further isolated heavy showers are possible on Tuesday which could cause river levels to rise again. 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. This message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday morning, 14/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 06:51
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are rising as a result of heavy rainfall on Monday morning. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour, the Aylesford Stream and the River East Stour around Ashford from 8am today, Monday 13 November. Flooding of properties is not currently expected.
Heavy rainfall is forecast to clear the area by 11am this morning. We expect river levels to peak in most places by this evening, Monday 13 November and river levels will remain high until Tuesday morning. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 8pm on 13/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Nov 2023 03:13
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
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 6 Nov 2023 12:04
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
The Flood Alert for the Upper River Stour and its tributaries around Ashford, including the East Stour, remains in force following the heavy rainfall on Saturday 4 November. Water levels have peaked but remain relatively high in all locations throughout the area. The Flood Storage reservoir at Aldington is still retaining flood flows to reduce the risk of flooding in central Ashford. Drier weather is expected today and Tuesday. This Flood Alert will be updated tomorrow morning, Tuesday 7 November.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2023 18:59
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
The Flood Alert for the Upper River Stour and its tributaries around Ashford, including the East Stour, remains in force following a day of heavy rainfall on Saturday 4 November. Water levels have peaked but remain relatively high in all locations throughout the area. The Flood Storage reservoirs at Aldington and Hothfield are retaining flood flows to reduce the risk of flooding in central Ashford. Any showers on Sunday evening should die out by midnight. Drier weather is expected on Sunday and Monday. This Flood Alert will be reviewed on Monday 6 November with a view to removal.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2023 09:34
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
The Flood Alert for the Upper River Stour and its tributaries around Ashford including the East Stour remains in force following a day of heavy rainfall on Saturday 4 November. Water levels have peaked overnight on the Whitewater and Ruckinge Dykes, the Aylesford Stream and the East Stour at Sellindge. The water levels in Ashford are expected to peak this morning, 05/11/23. Flood Storage reservoirs at Aldington and Hothfield are retaining flood flows to reduce the risk of flooding in central Ashford. Drier weather is expected on Sunday through until Tuesday allowing water levels to fall through this period. This message will be updated this evening, 05/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2023 20:19
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
The Flood Alert for the Upper River Stour and its tributaries around Ashford including the East Stour remains in force following a day of heavy rainfall on Saturday 4 November. Water levels are exceeding that observed last Thursday and Friday in most locations. Flood Storage reservoirs at Aldington and Hothfield are retaining flood flows to reduce the risk of flooding in central Ashford. The Whitewater and Ruckinge Dykes, the Aylesford Stream and the East Stour at Sellindge will peak during Saturday evening. Other locations in the Ashford area including the Civic Centre will peak on Sunday morning. Any showers on Saturday evening should die out by midnight. Drier weather is expected on Sunday and Monday.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2023 10:55
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels continued to fall overnight following Storm Ciarán but are expected to rise again this morning and throughout today, Saturday 04/11/23, in response to further rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford. Rain is forecast throughout the day, clearing overnight. Sunday is expected to be dry.
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. This message will be updated on Saturday evening, 04/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2023 21:04
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high after heavy rainfall from Storm Ciarán but are expected to continue to fall overnight into the early hours of Saturday morning. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast from around 5am on Saturday 04/11/23 and is expected to continue until the evening. We expect river levels to begin rising again on Saturday morning and will continue 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. This message will be updated on Saturday morning, 04/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2023 05:49
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
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 25 Apr 2023 03:14
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
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 24 Mar 2023 02:46
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
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 11 Mar 2023 09:11
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Alert remains in force. River levels have now peaked but remain high through Ashford town Centre. Further showers are forecast over the weekend but these are unlikely to cause any significant increase in river levels and levels will continue to fall slowly through today 11/03/2023. This message will be updated by 8pm on Saturday 11 March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2023 15:56
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Alert remains in force. River levels have now peaked but remain high through Ashford town Centre. Further showers are forecast over the weekend but these are unlikely to cause any significant increase in river levels, although they will remain high overnight into Saturday 11 March. This message will be updated by 10am on Saturday 11 March, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2023 06:02
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected from 8:30 am today, 10/03/2023. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford and low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour, particularly around Great Chart.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 6 am on 11/03/2023
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses between and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers between which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this evening, 10/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2023 05:17
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
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.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2023 15:55
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
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.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2022 18:14
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
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.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2022 15:52
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
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.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2022 16:12
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Flood Alert remains in force for the Upper Stour and its tributaries and is likely to remain in force until Wednesday 21 December. Levels remain high following rainfall earlier on Monday and further rain is forecast Monday night into Tuesday. In all locations, levels could rise yet further on Tuesday morning as a result of any additional rainfall on Monday night. The internal flooding of property is not anticipated at the time of updating on Monday afternoon. Hothfield and Aldington flood storage reservoirs will retain water to reduce the risk of flooding to Ashford. Environment Agency operatives are checking our structures and assets to ensure the rivers can flow freely. This message may not be updated again prior to removal later in the week.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2022 07:24
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Flooding of roads and low-lying land is expected between 7am this morning until Tuesday evening, 20 December 2022. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads close to the rivers, particularly on and around the River East Stour, particularly around Mersham and also along the Aylesford Stream, particularly in Willesborough. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high until Wednesday, 21 December 2022. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and our partners, and actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required.
This message will be updated this evening, Monday 19 December 2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Nov 2022 07:47
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall but are starting to fall. Risk of flooding remains through the day, Tuesday 29/11/2022. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the Great Stour and the East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford.
The weather for the next few days is largely settled with potential for the odd shower. We expect river levels to remain high until 4pm on 29/11/2022.
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 Stour. We 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 this evening, 29/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2022 17:02
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall but are starting to fall. Risk of flooding remains overnight Monday, 28/11/2022 into Tuesday. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the Great Stour and the East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford.
The weather for the next few days is largely settled with potential for the odd shower. We expect river levels to remain high until 08:00am on 29/11/2022.
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 Stour. We 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 tomorrow morning, 29/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2022 09:14
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall. Flooding is expected to continue through today, Monday 28/11/2022 into Tuesday 29/11/2022. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the Great Stour and the East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford. Further localised heavy rainfall is forecast for today. We expect river levels to remain high until 10:00 on 29/11/2022. 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 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 this afternoon, 28/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2022 18:43
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are rising as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected from 7pm today, Sunday 27/11/2022. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the Great Stour and the East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford.
Further rainfall is forecast until 11pm on Sunday 27/11/2022. We expect river levels to remain high until 10am on Monday.
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 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 tomorrow morning, 28/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2022 11:43
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected 2pm today, Sunday 27/11/2022. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the Great Stour and the East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford.
Further rainfall is forecast until 1am on Monday 28/11/2022. We expect river levels to remain high until 10am on Monday.
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 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 this evening, 27/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2022 15:39
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Flood Alert remains in force following heavy rain across East Kent earlier in the week. Levels have peaked at all locations in Ashford and the wider area and will continue to decline slowly overnight. Flooding of fields, roads and car parks in the vicinity of the Stour and its tributaries may remain into the weekend.
The Hothfield and Aldington flood storage areas are retaining some water and are able to release this gradually. No further rainfall is forecast until Sunday 20 November. This message will be updated by 11am on Saturday 19 November.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2022 10:51
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Flood Alert remains in force following heavy rain across East Kent earlier in the week. Levels have generally peaked at all locations in Ashford and the wider area and the flood situation is improving. The Hothfield and Aldington flood storage areas are retaining some water and are able to release this gradually. River levels will continue to fall steadily but flooding in fields and on roads and car parks in the vicinity of the Stour and its tributaries may remain into the weekend. This Flood Alert is likely to be removed by early evening on Friday 18 November.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 15:24
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
Levels around Ashford remain high but should decline slowly during the evening of Thursday 17 November. No further significant rain is forecast for at least 72 hours. We will continue to monitor the situation and update this message by 10am on Friday 18 November.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2022 21:33
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels will continue to rise overnight and are not expected to fall until the morning of Thursday 17 November. We continue to monitor the situation. This message will be updated by 1pm on Thursday 17 November, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2022 10:51
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are rising as a result of heavy rainfall overnight and this morning. Flooding of low lying land is expected from 12pm today, 16/11/22. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads along Aylesford Stream, River Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford. Further widespread heavy rainfall is forecast this evening and into tomorrow morning on 17/11/22. River levels are expected to rise again overnight in response to this further heavy rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking our defences and structures. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated by 10pm this evening, Wednesday 16 November or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2021 16:58
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Flood Alert remains in force as river levels remain high and have risen again in response to further rainfall last night. Minor flooding could continue to affect low lying land and roads along the Rivers East Stour and the Great Stour upstream of Ashford town centre. Property flooding is not expected. We are monitoring the situation and our incident response staff have been out checking the watercourses and structures throughout the area. The flood storage reservoir on the East Stour near Aldington is retaining some flood water to assist river drainage through Mersham and Ashford. This message will be updated by 9am on Wednesday 29 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2021 08:00
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Flood Alert remains in force as river levels remain high and have risen again in response to further rainfall last night. Minor flooding could continue to affect low lying land and roads along the Rivers East Stour and the Great Stour upstream of Ashford town centre. Property flooding is not expected. We are monitoring the situation and our incident response staff have been out checking the watercourses and structures throughout the area. The flood storage reservoir on the East Stour near Aldington is retaining some flood water to assist river drainage through Mersham and Ashford. This message will be updated by 8pm on Tuesday 28 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2021 18:09
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Flood Alert remains in force as river levels remain high and are expected to rise again in response to further rainfall which is forecast on Monday 27 December. Minor flooding could continue to affect low lying land and roads along the Rivers East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Whitewater Dyke, Ruckinge Dyke and the Great Stour upstream of Ashford town centre. Property flooding is not expected. We are monitoring the situation and our incident response staff have been out checking defences and structures throughout the area. The flood storage reservoir on the East Stour near Aldington is retaining some flood water to assist river drainage through Mersham and Ashford. This message will be updated by 9am on Tuesday 28 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2021 08:43
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Flood Alert remains in force as river levels remain high and are expected to rise again in response to further rainfall which is forecast on Monday 27 December. Minor flooding could continue to affect low lying land and roads along the Rivers East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Whitewater Dyke, Ruckinge Dyke and the Great Stour upstream of Ashford town centre. Property flooding is not expected. We are monitoring the situation and our incident response staff have been out checking defences and structures throughout the area. The flood storage reservoir on the East Stour near Aldington is retaining some flood water to assist river drainage through Mersham and Ashford. This message will be updated by 8pm on Monday 27 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2021 19:48
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Flood Alert remains in force as river levels remain high and are rising again in some areas in response to further rainfall on Boxing Day. Minor flooding could continue to affect low lying land and roads along the Rivers East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Whitewater Dyke, Ruckinge Dyke and the Great Stour upstream of Ashford town centre. We are monitoring the situation and our incident response staff have been out checking defences and structures throughout the area. Further periods of rainfall are forecast during Monday, 27 December. River levels are expected to respond to further rainfall. The flood storage reservoir on the East Stour near Aldington is retaining some flood water to assist river drainage through Mersham and Ashford. This message will be updated by 9am on Monday 27 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2021 09:12
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This Flood Alert remains in force as river levels remain high after heavy rainfall on Christmas Day. Further heavy showers are expected this morning, 26 December which could cause river levels to rise again this afternoon. Minor flooding which affects low lying land and roads along the Rivers East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Whitewater Dyke, Ruckinge Dykes and the Great Stour upstream of Ashford town centre. We are monitoring the situation and our incident response staff have been checking our defences and structures throughout the area. The flood storage reservoir on the East Stour near Aldington is retaining some flood water to assist river drainage through Mersham and Ashford. This message will be updated by 8pm this evening, Sunday 26 December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2021 16:59
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels are forecast to rise again as a result of rainfall starting in the early hours of Boxing Day morning, 26/12/21. We expect minor flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the Rivers East Stour, Aylesford Stream, the Whitewater and Ruckinge Dykes and the Great Stour upstream of Ashford town centre.
We expect river levels to begin rising from 6:00am on 26/12/21 and remain relatively high in all affected locations throughout Boxing Day.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff have checked our defences and structures throughout the river catchment. The flood storage reservoir on the East Stour near Aldington is retaining some flood water to assist river drainage through Mersham and Ashford.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on 26/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2021 07:01
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels remain high following heavy rainfall from storm Barra. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected to continue today, Wednesday 8th December 2021. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford and around Stone Cross.
Further light rainfall is forecast tonight Wednesday 8th December 2021.
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.
This message will be updated this evening, Wednesday 8th December 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2021 19:43
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels have risen as a result of rainfall from Storm Barra. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected from 9pm this evening Tuesday 7th December 2021. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Great Stour and the River East Stour, particularly in and around Ashford and around Stone Cross.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 6 hours until 01:00am on Wednesday 8th December 2021.
We are closely monitoring the situation. 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.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Wednesday 8th December 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2021 07:37
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and low lying land is expected between 7am and 3pm today, 21/10/2021. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River East Stour, particularly around Mersham and along the Aylesford Stream, particularly in Willesborough. The River Great Stour and the River East Stour, in and around Ashford roads along the River Great Stour, particularly around Great Chart may also be affected. The River Great Stour, around Singleton and roads along the River East Stour, around Stone Cross and roads along the River East Stour, particularly around Sellindge may be affected. We expect river levels to remain high until 3pm on 21/10/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively monitoring the situation and are prepared to respond if required. and are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages and debris from rivers. This message will be updated this evening, 21/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jun 2021 17:08
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
The flood alert remains in force due to the continued low risk of intense showers during the evening of Friday 18 June. The forecast is then for drier conditions overnight and during Saturday 19 June. This message will be updated by 11am on Saturday unless the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jun 2021 08:56
Great Stour, East Stour, Aylesford Stream, Ruckinge Dyke, Whitewater Dyke, Stour
This is a pre-emptive flood alert for heavy rainfall which is forecast today. An organised band of persistent rain is moving across the county this morning and is expected to clear by late lunchtime. A feature of todays forecast is the potential for very heavy showers to be embedded in the mornings rain, this may persist through the afternoon. These downpours could cause flooding to occur quickly. We expect flooding might affect low lying land and roads. Owing to uncertainty in the forecast it is difficult to pinpoint where might be at risk, this is because flooding could be caused by surface water or the local watercourses. Namely the Communities on the Great Stour, East Stour, Whitewater Dyke, Ruckinge Dyke and Aylesford Stream.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing trash screens at various locations and we are liaising with emergency services and our partners.
This message will be updated this afternoon 18/06/2021, or as the situation changes.