Flood Alert Info - River Sence in Leicestershire
Area Description
River Sence and tributaries from Billesdon to the River Soar at Glen Parva.
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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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2024 17:35
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 18:00 today, 27/11/24. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
No further rainfall is forecast. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow morning 28/11/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 28/11/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2024 16:51
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between 00:00 tonight and tomorrow afternoon, 25/11/2024. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to continue to rise.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
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 by 09:00 on 25/11/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2024 09:34
River Sence
River levels are high but steady at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 03/10/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 02/10/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 19:15
River Sence
River levels are high but steady at the Great Glen and South Wigston river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow, 02/10/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 10:00 tomorrow, 02/10/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 08:21
River Sence
River levels are rising at the Great Glen and South Wigston river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow, 02/10/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 17:00
River Sence
River levels are rising at the Great Glen and South Wigston river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from early morning tomorrow, 01/10/2024. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 01/10/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Sep 2024 18:34
River Sence
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
No further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours River levels have now fallen below the flood risk threshold.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
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 by 09:00 tomorrow morning, 29/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Sep 2024 09:35
River Sence
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
No further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout 28/09/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 18:00 today, 28/09/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Sep 2024 17:46
River Sence
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
No further rainfall is forecast over the next24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 28/09/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 10:00 tomorrow, 28/09/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Sep 2024 09:25
River Sence
River levels are high but steady at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 6 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 28/09/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated this evening, 27/09/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2024 17:31
River Sence
River levels remain high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 18 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 28/09/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 10:00 tomorrow, 27/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2024 09:53
River Sence
River levels have risen at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 28/09/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 17:00 this afternoon, 26/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Sep 2024 17:07
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 12:00am tomorrow, 25/09/24. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 27/09/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on 26/09/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Sep 2024 07:22
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast later in the week. We expect river levels to continue to rise until this afternoon, 24/09/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 19:00 on 24/09/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Sep 2024 17:48
River Sence
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Great Glen river gauge. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland will likely continue until tomorrow, 24/09/2024. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 6 hours. River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 10:00 tomorrow morning, 24/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Sep 2024 08:05
River Sence
River levels remain elevated at the Great Glen river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain elevated until 25/09/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing weed screens..
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 23/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Sep 2024 16:52
River Sence
River levels will continue to respond to heavy rainfall as a result of localised thunderstorms passing through the area at the South Wigston river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 24/09/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on 23/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Sep 2024 10:03
River Sence
River levels will continue to respond to heavy rainfall as a result of localised thunderstorms passing through the area at the South Wigston river gauge.
Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 24/09/2024
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 22/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Sep 2024 17:36
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of localised thunderstorms. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 19:00 today, 21/09/2024 Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Thunderstorms are forecast over the next 48 hours, with low confidence over exact timing and locations. We expect river levels to remain high until on 23/09/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on 22/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Apr 2024 08:21
River Sence
"River levels are high but steady at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to begin falling later today 29/04/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
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 "
Flood Alert issued on 28 Apr 2024 07:33
River Sence
"River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 09:00 today 28/04/24. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 6 hours. We expect river levels to rise until 09:00 on 29/04/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking debris screens and watercourses for blockages.
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 by 09:00 tomorrow morning, 29/04/24, or as the situation changes."
Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2024 09:20
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to begin between 12:00 and 14:00 today, 29/03/2024. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 31/03/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 21:00 on 29/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 05:45
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
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 by 18:00 this evening, 23/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 18:55
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 21:30 today, 22/02/24. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
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 by 09:00 tomorrow morning, 23/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 20:34
River Sence
River levels are high but steady at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow morning, 19/02/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 tomorrow morning, 19/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 20:16
River Sence
River levels are high but steady at the Great Glen river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow morning, 19/02/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by HH:MM tomorrow morning, DD/MM/YY, or as the situation changes."
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 09:26
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 18/02/24. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 21:00, 18/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2024 18:17
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to begin between 06:00 and 09:00 tomorrow morning, 18/02/24. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 10:00 tomorrow morning, 18/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2024 17:13
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected/possible to begin between 06:00 and 09:00 tomorrow morning, 18/02/24. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 10:00 tomorrow morning, 18/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2024 08:08
River Sence
"River levels have risen at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of rainfall and saturated ground. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is continues to be possible today 14/02/24. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 18:00 on 14/02/24, or as the situation changes."
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2024 16:48
River Sence
"River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between 02:00 and 13:00 tomorrow, 13/02/24. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 08:00 on 14/02/24, or as the situation changes."
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 17:10
River Sence
"River levels remain high but are falling at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues to be possible today, 11/02/24. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light patchy rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. River levels are falling but still pose a flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses.
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 by 09:00 on 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes"
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 10:05
River Sence
"River levels have risen at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues today, 11/02/24. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light patchy rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high through tomorrow, 12/02/24
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services.
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 by 18:00 on 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes."
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 17:54
River Sence
River levels remain high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues this evening, 10/02/24. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services. 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 by 09:00 tomorrow morning, 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 09:20
River Sence
"River levels have risen at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues today, 10/02/24. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services.
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 by 18:00 on 10/02/2024, or as the situation changes."
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 19:49
River Sence
River levels remain high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues overnight and into tomorrow, 10/02/24. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services.
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 by 08:00 on 10/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 09:39
River Sence
"River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues today, 09/02/24. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services.
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 by 18:00 on 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes."
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 05:46
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues today, 09/02/24. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services.
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 by 18:00 on 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 16:55
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between 22:30 tonight 08/02/2024 and Saturday morning 10/02/2024. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services.
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 by 06:00 on 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 13:32
River Sence
River levels have fallen but are forecast to rise again at the South Wigston river gauge with forecast rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible from Monday evening, 01/01/2024. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 12:00 on Wednesday 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 20:24
River Sence
River levels have fallen but are forecast to rise again at the South Wigston river gauge with forecast rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible from Monday evening, 01/01/2024. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 20:00 on Tuesday 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 23:31
River Sence
River levels are still high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 23:30 on Monday 01/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 08:25
River Sence
River levels are high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 20:30 on Sunday 31/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2023 20:41
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall today. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from Saturday evening, 30/12/2023. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 08:30 on Sunday 31/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2023 10:37
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall forecast today. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 18:00 today, 30/12/2023. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 22:00 on Saturday 30/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 13:04
River Sence
River levels are falling at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. However, further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours and the risk of flooding of roads and farmland remains.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 01:00 on Friday 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 01:00
River Sence
River levels are still high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 13:00 on Thursday 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 16:15
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from today, 27/12/2023. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 on Thursday morning, 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2023 08:48
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston and Glenfield river gauges as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today 19/12/2023 and into tomorrow, 20/12/2023 as further rainfall is forecast overnight. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated this evening, 19/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2023 16:54
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the Great Glen and South Wigston river gauges as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from this evening 18/12/23 and into tomorrow 19/12/23. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 19/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 08:49
River Sence
River levels remain high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
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 by 21:00 this evening, 08/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 20:33
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this evening, 07/12/23. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 96 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
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 by 09:00 on 08/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 11:53
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this evening, 07/12/23. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 96 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
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 by 21:00 this evening, 07/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2023 07:41
River Sence
River levels have fallen but remain high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
We expect river levels to remain high until later today, 06/12/23.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast on Thursday, 07/12/23. We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 17:00 on 06/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 16:23
River Sence
River levels have fallen but remain high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
We expect river levels to remain high until Wednesday morning, 06/12/23.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast on Thursday, 07/12/23. We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 09:00 on 06/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 10:22
River Sence
River levels remain high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
We expect river levels to remain high until Wednesday morning, 06/12/23.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast on Thursday, 07/12/2023. We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 17:00 on 05/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 09:13
River Sence
River levels remain high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
We expect river levels to remain high until Wednesday morning, 06/12/23.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 17:00 on 05/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 19:19
River Sence
River levels have risen at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until Tuesday morning, 05/12/23.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 07:00 on 05/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 07:41
River Sence
River levels have risen at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible from this morning, 04/12/23. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until the early hours of Tuesday morning, 05/12/23.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 17:00 on 04/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2023 13:48
River Sence
"River levels are forecast to remain high at the Great Glen river gauge as a result of Storm Babet. Flooding continues.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
We expect river levels to remain high throughout the week. Further rainfall is forecast for Tuesday, 24/10/2023.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services.
Please avoid contact with flood water. Contact your insurance company if you've been flooded and take photographs of any flood damage.
This message will be updated this evening on 23/10/2023, or as the situation changes."
Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2023 04:23
River Sence
River levels are falling at the Great Glen river gauge as a result of Storm Babet, however standing water and debris may still remain. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
No further rainfall is forecast in the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and 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 by 16:00 on 23/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Oct 2023 18:32
River Sence
River levels are falling, however flooding of roads, paths and farmland remains possible.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours.
We continue to closely monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 16:00 on 22/10/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2023 22:03
River Sence
River levels are falling, however flooding of roads, paths and farmland remains possible this weekend.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Little rainfall is forecast over the rest of the weekend so river levels should continue to fall.
We continue to closely monitor the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services.
This message will be updated by 16:00 on 22/10/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2023 02:00
River Sence
River levels have risen at the Great Glen river gauge as a result of Storm BABET. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services.
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 by 14:00 on 21/10/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2023 19:07
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the Great Glen river gauge as a result of Storm BABET. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 19:00, tonight 19/10/23.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. River levels will continue to rise over the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services.
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 by 09:00 on 20/10/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2023 16:27
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to begin from 02:00 tomorrow, 13/03/23. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 tomorrow morning, 13/03/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2023 16:55
River Sence
River levels are high but steady at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of snowmelt and heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 tomorrow morning, 12/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2023 15:09
River Sence
River levels are high but steady at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall and snowmelt. Flooding continues. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 17:00 this afternoon, 11/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2023 10:17
River Sence
River levels are high but steady at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 17:00 this afternoon, 11/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2023 19:08
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall and snowmelt. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to begin at 23:00 today 10/03/23 and into tomorrow morning, 11/03/23. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 tomorrow morning, 11/03/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2022 18:15
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible tonight, 21/11/22 and tomorrow.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated by 09:00 tomorrow morning, 22/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 16:29
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible until tomorrow morning, 18/11/22. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10:00 tomorrow morning, 18/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 08:35
River Sence
River levels have risen at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible until tomorrow morning, 18/11/22. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
We expect river levels to remain high until 06:00 on 18/11/22.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 17:00 this evening, 17/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2022 16:13
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Persistent rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until Friday afternoon 18/11/22.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 by 10:00 tomorrow morning, 17/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2022 08:19
River Sence
River levels are steady at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. River levels are below the flood risk threshold. Further showers are forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by this afternoon, 01/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2022 16:43
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to begin from around 06:00 tomorrow morning, 01/11/2022. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high tomorrow, 01/11/2022
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by tomorrow morning, 01/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2021 19:18
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge overnight tonight as a result of rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected from early Monday morning (15/02/21).
Areas most at risk low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby, as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast this evening/overnight and again on Monday evening. We expect river levels to remain high until Monday evening.
We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 evening, 15/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 06:17
River Sence
River levels remain high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of overnight rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue until tomorrow morning, 30/01/2021. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further light rainfall showers are expected during the day today, and further rainfall/snow over the weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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, 30/01/2021 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 08:25
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of overnight rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is still currently expected and will remain until at least tomorrow morning, 29/01/21. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further rainfall is forecast overnight tonight, 28/01/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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, 29/01/2021 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jan 2021 17:05
River Sence
River levels have risen at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of rainfall overnight and snowmelt. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible now and until around 22:00 this evening, 27/01/21. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further heavy rainfall is forecast overnight tonight and tomorrow night, 28/01/2021.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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, 28/01/2021 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 21:06
River Sence
River levels have risen at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall and are now starting to level off. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue into tomorrow morning, 22/01/21. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. No further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next couple of days. We expect river levels to remain high until 22/01/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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, 22/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 16:12
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to begin in the early hours of tomorrow morning, 21/01/21. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 22/01/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 18:15
River Sence
River levels remain high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall.
Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 22/01/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 evening, 20/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 18:22
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall expected to begin from this evening and continuing through to Thursday.
Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected from tomorrow afternoon. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 3 days. We expect river levels to remain high until 22/01/2021.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 evening, 19/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 20:28
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. No further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to continue to rise until Sunday morning 17/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Sunday, 17/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 06:33
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall on Saturday morning, 16/01/21. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours, 16/01/21. We expect river levels to rise through Saturday in response to this rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges 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, 16/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 22:02
River Sence
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Temple Mill river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall which occurred overnight on Wednesday, 13/01/21. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Anker between Nuneaton and Tamworth the River Sence between Temple Mill and Ratcliffe Culey. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours, 16/01/21. We expect river levels to rise through Saturday morning in response to this rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges 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, 16/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 07:44
River Sence
River levels are high but steady at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high today and rise again over the next days.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 08:51
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise and remain high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected throughout today, 14/01/21. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend. We expect river levels to remain high over the coming days. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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, 15/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Jan 2021 17:01
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected late this evening and tomorrow, 14/01/21. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend. We expect river levels to remain high over the coming days. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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, 14/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 18:30
River Sence
River levels are high but steady at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. River levels have peaked and will remain steady, with no further rise forecasted. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 28/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 14:18
River Sence
River levels have risen at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 27/12/20.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 6 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until this evening on 27/12/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated this evening, 27/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 07:52
River Sence
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated daily at 09:00, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 19:56
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of forecast heavy rainfall on 23/12/20. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 22:00 today, 23/12/20. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. Heavy rainfall is forecast today starting at midday. We expect river levels to begin rising from 20:00 today. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area. 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 daily at 09:00, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 08:38
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of forecast heavy rainfall on 23/12/20. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 22:00 today, 23/12/20. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point.
Heavy rainfall is forecast today starting at midday. We expect river levels to begin rising from 20:00 today.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
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 daily at 09:00, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2020 16:36
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of forecast heavy rainfall on 23/12/20. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 18:00 tomorrow, 23/12/20. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point.
Heavy rainfall is forecast tomorrow starting at midday. We expect river levels to begin rising from 18:00 tomorrow.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
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 daily at 09:00, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2020 08:46
River Sence
River levels have risen at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today (05/12/20). Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. We expect river levels to remain high until throughout today. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated daily, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 20:50
River Sence
River levels are high and steady at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding of roads and farmland continues. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high overnight, Saturday 29/02/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and clearing weed screens. 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, 01/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 17:26
River Sence
River levels are high and steady at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding of roads and farmland continues. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high today, Saturday 29/02/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and clearing weed screens. 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 later tonight, 29/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 10:35
River Sence
River levels are high but steady at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding continues. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high today, Saturday 29/02/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and clearing weed screens. 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, 29/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 21:25
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to begin tonight after midnight, 28/02/20. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and clearing weed screens. 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, 29/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 16:55
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to begin tonight between 21:00 and 22:00 today, 28/02/20. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and clearing weed screens. 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 later tonight, 28/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 21:29
River Sence
River levels are steady, but high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated the morning, 25/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 16:05
River Sence
River levels are steady, but high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible, 24/02/20. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated this evening, 24/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 07:19
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from this afternoon, 24/02/20. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated this afternoon, 24/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 20:04
River Sence
River levels have risen at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of rainfall today. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from Sunday evening, 23/02/20. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further rainfall is forecast overnight into Monday, 24/02/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 16:42
River Sence
River levels have risen at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of rainfall today. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from Sunday evening, 23/02/20. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight into Monday, 24/02/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 10:33
River Sence
River levels have risen at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall over the weekend. Consequently, flooding is expected to continue. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further light rainfall is forecast for the next 48 hours and possible further rain on Wednesday and Thursday. We expect river levels to remain high until Tuesday, 18/02/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and patrolling watercourses in the area. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this evening, 17/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 18:51
River Sence
River levels have risen at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding is expected to continue. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until Monday, 17/02/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and patrolling watercourses in the area. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 17/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 05:16
River Sence
River levels have risen at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding is expected to continue. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 8 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until Monday, 17/02/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening, 16/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 16:46
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the Great Glen and South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to begin in the early hours of tomorrow morning and continue throughout tomorrow, Sunday 16/02/2020. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
The heaviest of the rain is expected to fall between 21:00 this evening, 15/02/2020, and 06:00 tomorrow morning, 16/02/2020. We expect river levels to rise this evening and remain high throughout tomorrow.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and patrolling watercourses and communities.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 12:08
River Sence
River levels have risen at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 15:00 today, 13/02/2020. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
No further rainfall is forecast. We expect river levels to rise until 21:00 on 13/02/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 14/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2020 08:20
River Sence
River levels remain high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 15/01/20. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this afternoon, 15/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2020 08:11
River Sence
River levels remain high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 15/01/20. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow afternoon, 15/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 17:18
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 14/01/20. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Jan 2020 16:54
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from this evening, 12/01/20. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow morning, 13/01/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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, 13/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Jan 2020 14:28
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise this evening at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 09/01/20. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 10/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Jan 2020 06:27
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 9/01/20. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise this morning. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this afternoon, 09/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2020 19:21
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight tonight, 08/01/20. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to begin rising at 03:00 on 08/01/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 09/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2019 17:46
River Sence
River levels remain high but are falling at the South Wigston river gauge. Consequently the risk of flooding remains.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby, as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We currently expect river levels to fall below the flood risk threshold overnight tonight, Saturday 21/12/19. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2019 12:42
River Sence
River levels remain high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall.
Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby, as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening, 21/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2019 10:24
River Sence
River levels remain high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall.
Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby, as well as the road at Crow Mills.
No further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening, 21/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2019 17:56
River Sence
River levels are rising at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall.
Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby, as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We currently expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow evening, Saturday 21/12/19. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 2112/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2019 10:20
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 20/12/2019. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We currently expect river levels to remain high into Friday evening. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated this evening, 20/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2019 16:47
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from the early hours of tomorrow morning, Friday 20 December 2019. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We currently expect river levels to remain high into Friday evening. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2019 10:02
River Sence
River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall last night and this afternoon.
Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible late this evening, Thursday 19 December.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We currently expect river levels to remain high into Friday evening. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening, 19/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2019 16:16
River Sence
"River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall this evening and overnight. Consequently, flooding is possible tomorrow morning. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 19/12/19 or as the situation changes."
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2019 19:11
River Sence
River levels are high and expected to remain high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of recent rainfall.
Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to throughout this evening, 13/12/19.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further showery rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout this evening 13/12/19.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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, 14/12/19, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2019 07:42
River Sence
River levels are high and expected to remain high at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of recent rainfall.
Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to throughout today, 13/12/19.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout today 13/12/19.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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, 13/12/19, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2019 16:50
River Sence
"River levels are forecast to rise at the South Wigston river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall.
Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to begin from 22:00 today, 12/12/19.
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 6 hours. We expect river levels to begin rising at 20:00 on 12/12/19.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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, 13/12/19, or as the situation changes."