Flood Alert Info - Lower River Douglas

Area Description

River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to Tarleton including Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston and Moss Side.
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 5 Dec 2024 18:02
River Douglas
High river levels throughout the evening may lead to flooding. Areas most at risk include River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to Tarleton including Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston and Moss Side. Weather conditions are expected to improve throughout the evening and no further flooding is expected. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Don't put yourself or others at risk. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 06/12/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2024 15:19
River Douglas
Heavy rain during Saturday 23/11/2024 may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 15:30 PM on 23/11/2024 as river levels are forecast to rise due to Storm Bert. Flooding is forecast to affect locations surrounding the River Douglas and it's tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation and liaising with emergency services and local authorities. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 8:00 AM on 24/11/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 16:15
River Douglas
No further flooding is expected. The situation is improving and there is no further significant rainfall expected today. River levels remain high but will continue to fall through the evening and overnight. Further rainfall is expected from Friday evening. We will continue to monitor the situation and this alert may be re-issued.


Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 09:22
River Douglas
No further flooding is expected. The situation is improving and there is no further significant rainfall expected today. River levels remain high but will continue to fall through the day. The Wigan Flood Storage Basin operated, but is now emptying. Further rainfall is expected from Friday evening. We will continue to monitor the situation and this alert may be re-issued.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 15:32
River Douglas
Rising river levels this afternoon may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible when river levels are at their highest from 3:30 PM on 16/10/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Douglas, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to Tarleton including Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston and Moss Side. Further flooding is possible throughout the evening as river levels are expected to remain high due to heavy rainfall. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and checking rivers for blockages. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 8:00 AM on 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 08:51
River Douglas
Further light rainfall is forecast this morning but no further flooding is expected. River levels remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 3:00 PM on 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 13:07
River Douglas
Heavy rainfall this afternoon may lead to flooding of roads and low lying land. River levels will be at their highest from 7:00 PM on 30/09/2024. Areas most at risk include River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to Tarleton including Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston and Moss Side. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and clearing weed screens. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 23 May 2024 09:35
River Douglas
River levels are remaining high on the River Douglas throughout the morning on 23/05/2024. No property flooding is expected. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Douglas. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. We will continue to work with emergency services and local authorities and to keep 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 6:00 PM on 23/05/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 14:08
River Douglas
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Douglas due to heavy rainfall throughout today. Flooding is possible around the River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to Tarleton including Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston and Moss Side from 10:00 PM on 22/05/2024. Further heavy rainfall is forecast overnight and into Thursday morning. 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 23/05/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 08:03
River Douglas
River levels are expected to remain high on the River Douglas due to rainfall. No property flooding is expected. Rain will ease this morning and the forecast is dry for this afternoon. River levels are expected to remain high for the rest of today. 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 04:30 PM on 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 16:25
River Douglas
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the River Douglas due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to Tarleton including Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston and Moss Side. Flooding is possible at River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to Tarleton including Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston and Moss Side from 03:00 AM on 04/01/2024. Further heavy rainfall is forecast overnight. River levels are expected to remain high. 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 08:30 AM on 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 08:47
River Douglas
River levels are remaining high on the River Douglas due to heavy rainfall. No property flooding is expected. Further rainfall is forecast over the next couple of days. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message if the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 18:08
River Douglas
Further rain this evening is expected to cause the river level to rise overnight peaking at 01:30 AM on 03/01/2024. Flooding is possible at River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to Tarleton including Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston and Moss Side from 10:30 PM on 02/01/2024. 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 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 09:26
River Douglas
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the River Douglas due to heavy rainfall. Further heavy rainfall is forecast on Sunday from 9am to Midday, then from 5pm into the evening, which will cause river levels to rise again. Areas most at risk include River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to Tarleton including Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston and Moss Side. No property flooding is expected. We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 16:50
River Douglas
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the River Douglas due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Douglas, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to Tarleton including Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston and Moss Side. No property flooding is expected. Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the evening. We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2023 08:58
River Douglas
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 Jul 2023 10:16
River Douglas
River levels are expected to remain high on the River Douglas due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to Tarleton including Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston and Moss Side. Flooding is possible at River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to Tarleton including Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston and Moss Side from 08:30 AM on 23/07/2023. and Monday afternoon 24/07/23 The forecast is dry for throughout the morning. River levels are expected to remain high 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 04:30 PM on 24/07/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 23 Jul 2023 19:35
River Douglas
River levels have risen on the River Douglas due to persistent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to Tarleton including Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston and Moss Side. Flooding is possible at River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to Tarleton including Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston and Moss Side overnight on the 23/07/2023. Further rainfall is forecast this evening and river levels are forecast to rise further. 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 09:00 AM on 24/07/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 23 Jul 2023 08:16
River Douglas
River levels have risen on the River Douglas due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to Tarleton including Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston and Moss Side. Flooding is possible at River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to Tarleton including Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston and Moss Side from 08:30 AM on 23/07/2023. Further rainfall is forecast this morning. River levels are forecast to rise. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 23/07/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Jan 2023 14:45
River Douglas
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 20 Feb 2022 19:17
River Douglas
River levels are high on the River Douglas. Some further rainfall showers are forecast this evening meaning river levels are expected to remain high. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. We are clearing debris from weed screens 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 tomorrow morning on 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 11:14
River Douglas
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Douglas. Rainfall is forecast this afternoon. Areas most at risk include River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to the confluence with the River Ribble including Rufford, Mawdesley, Hesketh and Longton from 04:00 PM, today 20/02/2022. Our incident rooms are open and we 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 this evening on 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 19:13
River Douglas
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Douglas. Flooding is possible around the River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to the confluence with the River Ribble including Rufford, Mawdesley, Hesketh and Longton from 05:30 AM on 20/02/2022. Further rainfall is forecast through Sunday afternoon. Our incident rooms are open and we 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 12:00 PM on 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2021 16:14
River Douglas
River levels will rise steadily on the River Douglas due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to the confluence with the River Ribble including Rufford, Mawdesley, Hesketh and Longton. Flooding is possible at River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to the confluence with the River Ribble including Rufford, Mawdesley, Hesketh and Longton from 08:00 PM on 30/12/2021. River levels are expected to remain high overnight on 30/12/2021. 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 08:00 AM on 31/12/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2021 09:29
River Douglas
River levels will start to fall on the River Douglas. Areas still at risk include River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to the confluence with the River Ribble including Rufford, Mawdesley, Hesketh and Longton. No property flooding is expected. No further flooding to fields and roads is expected, however there may be standing water seen for several days. The forecast is main dry for today and until the weekend. 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 08:00 PM on 02/11/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2021 17:22
River Douglas
River levels remain high on the River Douglas due to rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to the confluence with the River Ribble including Rufford, Mawdesley, Hesketh and Longton. Some further rainfall is forecast overnight. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. We are clearing debris from weed screens 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 02/11/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2021 10:11
River Douglas
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Douglas due to rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Douglas from 11:00 AM today, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Douglas and other watercourses from Parbold to the confluence with the River Ribble including Rufford, Mawdesley, Hesketh and Longton. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the morning and early afternoon. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. We are clearing debris from weed screens 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 07:00 PM on 01/11/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 21:26
River Douglas
River levels remain high but are falling at the Croston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in Parbold, Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston, Bretherton, Tarleton and Hesketh Bank areas. High river levels are expected on the Rivers Douglas and Tawd, Eller Brook, Whams Ditch, River Yarrow, Wymott Brook including their tributaries and other smaller watercourses. The risk of flooding from Storm Christoph has now reduced. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are emptying the flood storage basin. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/01/21, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 12:21
River Douglas
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Croston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in Parbold, Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston, Bretherton, Tarleton and Hesketh Bank areas. River levels remain high, but are beginning to fall on the Rivers Douglas and Tawd, Eller Brook, Whams Ditch, River Yarrow, Wymott Brook including their tributaries and other smaller watercourses. Some further wintry showers are forecast, however the risk of flooding from Storm Christoph has now reduced. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are emptying the flood storage basin. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated


Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 21:05
River Douglas
River levels are rising at the Croston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible until Thursday morning 21/01/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in Parbold, Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston, Bretherton, Tarleton and Hesketh Bank areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Douglas and Tawd, Eller Brook, Whams Ditch, River Yarrow, Wymott Brook including their tributaries and other smaller watercourses. Further rainfall is forecast throughout Wednesday night 20/01/21. We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday morning 21/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated in the morning, 21/01/21, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 08:01
River Douglas
River levels are rising at the Croston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible until Thursday morning 21/01/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in Parbold, Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston, Bretherton, Tarleton and Hesketh Bank areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Douglas and Tawd, Eller Brook, Whams Ditch, River Yarrow, Wymott Brook including their tributaries and other smaller watercourses. Further rainfall is forecast throughout Wednesday 20/01/21. We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday morning 21/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated this evening, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 19:18
River Douglas
River levels are rising at the Croston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible until Thursday morning 21/01/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in Parbold, Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston, Bretherton, Tarleton and Hesketh Bank areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Douglas and Tawd, Eller Brook, Whams Ditch, River Yarrow, Wymott Brook including their tributaries and other smaller watercourses. Further rainfall is forecast through to Wednesday morning 20/01/21. We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday morning 21/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff have operated the flood storage basin. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 08:51
River Douglas
River levels are rising at the Croston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is expected to begin between 13:30 today 19/01/21 and tomorrow, 20/01/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in Parbold, Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston, Bretherton, Tarleton and Hesketh Bank areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Douglas and Tawd, Eller Brook, Whams Ditch, River Yarrow, Wymott Brook including their tributaries and other smaller watercourses. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 36 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday evening 20/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are operating the flood storage basin at approx 16:00hrs. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 17:26
River Douglas
A prolonged period of heavy rain from the evening of Monday 18th to Wednesday 20th January will cause river levels to rise and consequently flooding of property or roads and farmland is possible. Areas affected are low lying land and roads in Parbold, Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston, Bretherton, Tarleton and Hesketh Bank areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Douglas and Tawd, Eller Brook, Whams Ditch, River Yarrow, Wymott Brook including their tributaries and other smaller watercourses. Croston Dam is expected to operate in the afternoon on Tuesday 19th January. We expect river levels to remain high over the next couple of days and due to peak in the early hours of Wednesday 20th January. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated Tuesday 19th January or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 09:16
River Douglas
River levels are rising at the Croston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 14/01/2021. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in Parbold, Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston, Bretherton, Tarleton and Hesketh Bank areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Douglas and Tawd, Eller Brook, Whams Ditch, River Yarrow, Wymott Brook including their tributaries and other smaller watercourses. We expect river levels to remain high throughout today, 14/01/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers. This message will be updated this evening, 14/01/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Oct 2020 19:34
River Douglas
Overnight rain from 07/10/2020 to the morning of 08/10/2020 will bring steady rainfall and localised surface water flooding. River levels are expected to remain high until after the rainfall has eased. We are continuing to monitor the situation with incident response staff actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. This message will be updated on 08/10/2020 or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 6 Oct 2020 19:37
River Douglas
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains overnight into the early hours of Wednesday morning, 07/10/2020. We are continuing to monitor the situation with incident response staff actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. This message will be updated in the morning 07/10/2020 or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 6 Oct 2020 12:32
River Douglas
River levels are rising as a result of heavy rainfall. Further heavy showers are expected during today River levels are expected to remain high into Wednesday morning, 07/10/2020. We are continuing to monitor the situation with incident response staff actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. This message will be updated on 07/10/2020 or as the situation changes


Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2020 10:41
River Douglas
River levels have risen as a result of recent persistent heavy rainfall. The rainfall situation has improved but river levels are expected to remain high throughout Sunday. We are continuing to monitor the situation with incident response staff actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. This message will be updated as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 26 Aug 2020 08:30
River Douglas
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Croston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. The level at Croston Basin, which was operated, remains steady but is expected to start falling later this morning. The situation is therefore expected to improve. Areas affected are low lying land and roads in Parbold, Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston, Bretherton, Tarleton and Hesketh Bank areas. High river leves are possible on the Rivers Douglas and Tawd, Eller Brook, Whams Ditch, River Yarrow, Wymott Brook including their tributaries and other smaller watercourses. River levels have now fallen below the flood risk threshold. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated


Flood Alert issued on 26 Aug 2020 08:02
River Douglas
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Croston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing and Croston Basin, which was operated, is emptying. Areas affected are low lying land and roads in Parbold, Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston, Bretherton, Tarleton and Hesketh Bank areas. High river leves are possible on the Rivers Douglas and Tawd, Eller Brook, Whams Ditch, River Yarrow, Wymott Brook including their tributaries and other smaller watercourses. River levels have now fallen below the flood risk threshold. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated


Flood Alert issued on 25 Aug 2020 18:00
River Douglas
River levels are forecast to rise at the Croston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this evening, 25/08/2020. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads in Parbold, Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston, Bretherton, Tarleton and Hesketh Bank areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Douglas and Tawd, Eller Brook, Whams Ditch, River Yarrow, Wymott Brook including their tributaries and other smaller watercourses. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow, 26/08/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 26/08/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 09:56
River Douglas
River levels are rising at the Croston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible between 10:00 and 16:00 today, 24/02/20. Areas affected include low lying land and roads in Parbold, Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston, Bretherton, Tarleton and Hesketh Bank areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Douglas and Tawd, Eller Brook, Whams Ditch, River Yarrow, Wymott Brook including their tributaries and other smaller watercourses. We expect river levels to remain high until 16:00 on 24/02/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this afternoon, 24/02/20 or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 05:52
River Douglas
River levels have risen at the Croston river gauge as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible between 06:00 and 10:00 today, 16/02/20. Areas at risk are low lying land and roads in Parbold, Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston, Bretherton, Tarleton and Hesketh Bank areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Douglas and Tawd, Eller Brook, Whams Ditch, River Yarrow, Wymott Brook including their tributaries and other smaller watercourses. We expect river levels to remain high until 10:00 on 16/02/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 11:16
River Douglas
River levels are high but steady at the Croston river gauge as a result of Storm Ciara. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Areas effected may include low lying land and roads in Parbold, Rufford, Mawdesley, Croston, Bretherton, Tarleton and Hesketh Bank areas. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Douglas and Tawd, Eller Brook, Whams Ditch, River Yarrow, Wymott Brook including their tributaries and other smaller watercourses. The risk of further flooding from Storm Ciara has now reduced. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated this afternoon, 10/02/20, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 21:27
River Douglas
We expect river levels to reduce overnight Sunday 09/02/20 We are closely monitoring the situation in our Incident Room. Our incident response staff are checking defences and clearing weed screens. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Monday Morning 10/02/20 or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 09:51
River Douglas
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall from Storm Ciara. River levels are expected to remain high until later today, 09/02/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident room is open.