Flood Alert Info - Lower River Witham
Area Description
Lower River Witham from Lincoln to Boston. Tributaries may also affect Woodhall Spa, Coningsby, South Kyme, and Bardney.
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 10 Dec 2024 11:49
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower River Witham catchment in response to recent rainfall, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout today and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine on Wednesday 11th December, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2024 15:48
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower River Witham catchment in response to recent rainfall, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout today and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine on Tuesday 10th December, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2024 16:49
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the Lower Witham area. This means that the River Witham is now rising, which will lead to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river from the evening of Sunday 8th December onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by on Monday 9th December, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2024 10:40
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower Witham area in response to recent rainfall, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. No further rainfall is forecast today, Sunday 25th February however some continued flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible. Flooding inside properties is not expected and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on Floodline by 12:00 on 26/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2024 12:03
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower River Witham area in response to recent rainfall, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. No further rainfall is forecast today, Saturday 24th February however some continued flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties is not likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on Floodline by 12:00 on 25/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 16:00
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower Witham catchment in response to recent rainfall, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. Further rain showers are forecast today, Friday 23rd February which will likely result in some continued flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties is not likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on Floodline by 17:00 on 24/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 15:15
River Witham, South Delph
We have seen heavy rainfall today Thursday 22nd February and river levels in the Lower Witham catchment remain high, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. We expect rivers to remain high and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 17:00 on 23/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2024 15:39
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower Witham catchment in response to recent rainfall, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days and so we expect the river to remain high and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 17:00 on 22/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2024 11:27
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower Witham catchment in response to recent rainfall, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days and so we expect the river to remain high and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 17:00 on 21/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2024 09:40
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower Witham catchment in response to recent rainfall, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days and so we expect the river to remain high and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 14:00 on 20/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 11:17
River Witham, South Delph
Further rainfall has fallen overnight in the Lower River Witham catchment, meaning river levels are rising, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. Forecasts indicate further unsettled weather and rainfall is possible from Wednesday 21st February onwards, and we expect rivers to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to rivers. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 17:00 on 19/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2024 13:16
River Witham, South Delph
River levels are falling in the Lower Witham catchment, however further rainfall is forecast overnight tonight into tomorrow morning, Sunday 18th February, meaning levels may rise again and lead to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 17:00 on 18/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2024 14:51
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower Witham catchment in response to recent rainfall, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days and so we expect the river to remain high and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 17:00 on 17/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2024 09:43
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower Witham catchment in response to recent rainfall, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days and so we expect the river to remain high and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 17:00 on 16/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2024 14:16
River Witham, South Delph
We have seen heavy rainfall in the Lower Witham catchment over the past few days. This means that levels in the River Witham remain high, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 17:00 on 15/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2024 10:44
River Witham, South Delph
We have seen heavy rainfall in the Lower Witham catchment over the past few days. This means that levels in the River Witham remain high, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 17:00 on 14/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2024 11:55
River Witham, South Delph
We have seen heavy rainfall in the Lower Witham catchment over the past few days. This means that levels in the River Witham remain high, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 17:00 on 13/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 10:51
River Witham, South Delph
In the last 48 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the Lower River Witham area. This has caused the River Witham to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 17:00 on 12/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 09:20
River Witham, South Delph
In the last 48 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the Lower River Witham area. This has caused the River Witham to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 17:00 on 11/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 13:38
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall over the River Witham catchment. This means that the Lower Witham is now rising, which will lead to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river from the afternoon of Friday 9th February 2024 onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 17:00 on 10/02/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Jan 2024 14:15
River Witham, South Delph
Heavy rainfall has fallen onto saturated ground over the past week in the Lower River Witham area. This has caused river levels to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to rivers. We expect rivers to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. No further significant rainfall is forecast and our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties is not expected. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on Floodline by 16:00 on 11/01/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Jan 2024 10:20
River Witham, South Delph
Heavy rainfall has fallen onto saturated ground over the past week in the Lower River Witham area. This has caused river levels to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to rivers. We expect rivers to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. No further significant rainfall is forecast and our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties is not expected. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on Floodline by 16:00 on the 10th of January 2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2024 11:48
River Witham, South Delph
Heavy rainfall has fallen onto saturated ground over the past week in the Lower River Witham area. This has caused river levels to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to rivers. We expect rivers to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties is possible and therefore flood warnings have been issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on Floodline by 16:00 on 09/01/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2024 15:14
River Witham, South Delph
Heavy rainfall has fallen onto saturated ground over the past week in the Lower River Witham area. This has caused river levels to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to rivers. We expect rivers to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties is possible and therefore flood warnings have been issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on Floodline by 16:00 on 08/01/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 12:05
River Witham, South Delph
Heavy rainfall has fallen onto saturated ground over the past few days in the Lower River Witham area. This has caused river levels to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to rivers. We expect rivers to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties is possible and therefore flood warnings have been issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on Floodline by 16:00 on 07/01/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 14:11
River Witham, South Delph
Heavy rainfall has fallen onto saturated ground over the past few days in the Lower River Witham area. This has caused river levels to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to rivers. We expect rivers to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties is possible and therefore flood warnings have been issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on Floodline by 16:00 on 06/01/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 14:49
River Witham, South Delph
Heavy rainfall has fallen onto saturated ground over the past few days in the Lower River Witham area. This has caused river levels to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to rivers. We expect rivers to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties is possible and therefore flood warnings have been issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on Floodline by 16:00 on 05/01/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 17:29
River Witham, South Delph
Heavy rainfall has fallen onto saturated ground over the past few days in the Lower River Witham area. This has caused river levels to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to rivers. We expect rivers to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties is possible and therefore flood warnings have been issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on Floodline by 16:00 on 04/01/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 15:03
River Witham, South Delph
Heavy rainfall has fallen onto saturated ground over the past few days in the Lower River Witham area. This has caused river levels to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to rivers. Further heavy rainfall is forecast today, Tuesday 2nd January, so we expect rivers to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on Floodline by 16:00 on 03/01/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 12:48
River Witham, South Delph
Heavy rainfall has fallen onto saturated ground over the past few days in the Lower River Witham area. This has caused the Lower River Witham to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. Further rainfall is forecast today Monday 1st January and tomorrow Tuesday 2nd January. We expect the rivers to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on Floodline by 16:00 on 02/01/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 20:14
River Witham, South Delph
Heavy rainfall has fallen onto saturated ground over the past few days in the Lower River Witham area. This has caused the Lower River Witham to rise, leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow, Monday 1st January and we expect rivers to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on Floodline by 16:00 on 01/01/2024, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Dec 2023 11:00
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower Witham area following recent persistent rainfall. Further rainfall is expected Tuesday 19 December. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to rivers. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages 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 online and on Floodline by 13:00 on 18 December 2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Dec 2023 13:26
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower Witham area following recent persistent rainfall. Further rainfall is not forecast for the next few days, however, we expect river levels to remain high. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to rivers. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages 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 online and on Floodline by 11:00 on 17 December 2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Dec 2023 12:44
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower Witham area following recent persistent rainfall. Further rainfall is not forecast for the next few days, however, we expect river levels to remain high. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to rivers. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages 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 online and on Floodline by 13:00 on 17 December 2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2023 12:29
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower Witham area following recent persistent rainfall. Further rainfall is not forecast for the next few days, however, we expect river levels to remain high. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to rivers. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages 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 online and on Floodline by 13:00 on 16 December 2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2023 11:42
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower Witham area following recent persistent rainfall. Further rainfall is not forecast for the next few days, however, we expect river levels to remain high. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to rivers. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages 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 online and on Floodline by 13:00 on 15 December 2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2023 14:13
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower Witham area following recent persistent rainfall. Further heavy rainfall is not forecast for the next few days, however, we expect river levels to remain high. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to rivers. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages 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 online and on Floodline by 13:00 on 14 December 2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 08:35
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower Witham area following recent persistent rainfall. Further rain is forecast for today, Tuesday 12 December, and we expect river levels to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to rivers. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages 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 online and on Floodline by 13:00 on 13 December 2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 12:27
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high in the Lower Witham area following recent persistent rainfall. Following a generally dry day today, further rain is forecast for tomorrow, Tuesday 12 December, and we expect river levels to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to rivers. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages 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 online and on Floodline by 13:00 on 12 December 2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 09:56
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Witham catchment. Further rainfall is forecast for today, Sunday 10 December, and we expect the river levels to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to rivers. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages 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 online and on Floodline by 13:00 on 11 December 2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 12:34
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen heavy rainfall in the lower River Witham catchment. Further rainfall is forecast for today, 09 December, and we expect the river levels to rise again. Another band of rainfall is expected tomorrow, 10 December, and river levels are expected to remain high throughout the next few days. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to rivers. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on Floodline by 13:00 on 10 December 2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 12:43
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Witham catchment. No further rainfall is forecast today, Friday 8th December, however further rainfall is forecast for tomorrow Saturday 9th December. We expect rivers to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to rivers. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 13:00 on 09/12/2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 10:54
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last 72 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the lower Witham area. Further rainfall is forecasted today, Thursday 7th December with the heaviest rainfall throughout this afternoon and evening. We expect rivers to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to rivers. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 13:00 on 08/12/2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2023 12:45
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last 48 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the Lower Witham area. Further rainfall is forecasted during the day on Thursday 7th December with the heaviest rainfall after midday. We expect rivers to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to rivers. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 13:00 on 07/12/2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 12:42
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the Lower Witham area. This means that the River Witham is now rising, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river from the afternoon of Tuesday 5th December onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding inside properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine by 13:00 on 06/12/2023, or before if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Nov 2023 13:30
River Witham, South Delph
Rain over the weekend means that the River Witham remains high, and we will continue to see flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. Flood warnings are in effect, and we continue to monitor the bank of the river near Fiskerton village. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages, and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on Floodline if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Nov 2023 09:08
River Witham, South Delph
We have seen further heavy rainfall across the River Witham area yesterday, and into Sunday, 05 November. This means that the River Witham remains high, and we will continue to see flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. Flood warnings are in effect, and we continue to monitor the bank of the river near Fiskerton village. Flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on Floodline if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2023 08:27
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Witham area. This means that the River Witham remains high, and we will continue to see flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Flood warnings are in effect, and we continue to monitor the bank of the river near Fiskerton village. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2023 05:20
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Witham area. This means that the River Witham remains high, and we will continue to see flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. Flood warnings are in effect, and we continue to monitor the bank of the river near Fiskerton village. We are constantly monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 online and on FloodLine if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Oct 2023 16:08
River Witham, South Delph
Flooding is possible in this area. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2023 09:58
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high following rainfall associated with Storm Babet, and are expected to remain high throughout Friday 27th of October. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Oct 2023 09:12
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high following rainfall associated with Storm Babet, and are expected to remain high throughout Thursday 26th of October with further rain forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Oct 2023 10:19
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high due to rainfall associated with Storm Babet and further rainfall that occurred on Tuesday 24th October. River levels to remain high throughout Wednesday 25th of October. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Oct 2023 07:51
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high following rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Further rainfall is forecast throughout today, Tuesday 24th October, with the heaviest rainfall forecast late morning. Catchments are expected to react and river levels rise throughout Tuesday and into Wednesday. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2023 04:35
River Witham, South Delph
Heavy rainfall across Lincolnshire on Friday 20th October resulted in high river levels, which will remain high today Monday 23rd October and for the next few days. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are monitoring river levels and have staff in the field checking for and clearing blockages in this location. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 14:01
River Witham, South Delph
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2021 13:34
River Witham, South Delph
Over the past week we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Witham catchment area. This, along with the tide lock effect, means that levels in the Lower Witham will remain high over the next few days, although they are reducing slowly. It will continue to flood low lying land and roads from today, Thursday 11th February, and for the next few days. Associated Flood Warnings are no longer in force. Forecast is for it to remain cold and we are not currently concerned about rapid snow melt. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses, which may be flooded. We are monitoring the situation closely, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Friday 12th February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2021 12:52
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen persistent heavy rainfall across the River Witham catchment area. This, along with the tide lock effect, means that levels in the Lower Witham will remain high over the next few days, although they are reducing slowly. It will continue to flood low lying land and roads from today, Wednesday 10th February, and for the next few days. Associated Flood Warnings are no longer in force. Forecast is for it to remain cold and we are not currently concerned about rapid snow melt. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses, which may be flooded. We are monitoring the situation closely, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Thursday 11th February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2021 09:12
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen persistent heavy rainfall across the River Witham catchment area. This, along with the tide lock effect, means that levels in the Lower Witham will remain high over the next few days, although they are reducing slowly. It will continue to flood low lying land and roads from today, Tuesday 9th February, and for the next few days. Associated Flood Warnings are no longer in force. Forecast is for it to remain cold and we are not currently concerned about rapid snow melt. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses, which may be flooded. We are monitoring the situation closely, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Wednesday 10th February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2021 13:25
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen persistent heavy rainfall across the River Witham catchment area. This, along with the tide lock effect, means that levels in the Lower Witham remain extremely high and have reached record levels at some gauges. It will continue to flood low lying land and roads from today, Monday 8th February, and for the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties along the River Witham remains possible, with 4 Flood Warnings in place from Woodhall Spa to Chapel Hill, Washingborough to Metheringham, Chapel Hill to Boston, and for Car Dyke and Billinghay Skirth. We are aware of localised overtopping and seeping through flood banks so please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses, which may be flooded. We are monitoring the situation closely, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Tuesday 9th February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 20:27
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen persistent heavy rainfall across the River Witham catchment area. This, along with the tide lock effect, means that levels in the Lower Witham remain extremely high and are approaching record levels. Remaining very high for next few days, it will continue to flood low lying land and roads from today, Sunday 7th February. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties along the River Witham is likely, with 4 Flood Warnings in place from Woodhall Spa to Chapel Hill, Washingborough to Metheringham, Chapel Hill to Boston, and for Car Dyke and Billinghay Skirth. We are aware of localised overtopping and seeping through flood banks so please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses, which may be flooded. We are monitoring the situation closely, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Monday, 8th February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 10:16
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen heavy rainfall across the River Witham catchment area. This, in combination with the tide lock effect, means that the river levels in the Lower Witham remain high and continue to flood low lying land and roads close to the river today, Saturday 6th February, onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties along the river Witham may be possible and therefore flood warnings could be issued over the 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. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Sunday, 7th February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Feb 2021 10:22
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen heavy rainfall across the River Witham catchment area. This, in combination with the tide lock effect, means that the river levels in the Lower Witham remain high and continue to flood low lying land and roads close to the river today, Friday 5th February, onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. The risk of property flooding has now passed and the flood warnings for the Lower Witham area have been removed. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Saturday, 6th February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Feb 2021 10:13
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen heavy rainfall across the River Witham catchment area. This, in combination with the tide lock effect, means that the river levels in the Lower Witham remain high and continue to flood low lying land and roads close to the river today, Thursday 4th February, onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. The risk of property flooding has now passed and the flood warnings for the Lower Witham area have been removed. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Friday, 5th February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Feb 2021 12:09
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen heavy rainfall across the River Witham catchment area. This, in combination with the tide lock effect, means that the river levels in the Lower Witham remain high and continue to flood low lying land and roads close to the river today, Wednesday, 3rd February, onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. The risk of property flooding has now passed and the flood warnings for the Lower Witham area have been removed. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Thursday 4th February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2021 13:11
River Witham, South Delph
In the last few days we have seen a heavy rainfall across the River Witham catchment area. This, in combination with the tide lock effect, means that the river levels in the Lower Witham remain high and continue to flood low lying land and roads close to the river today, Tuesday 2nd February, onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. The risk of property flooding has now passed and the flood warnings for the Lower Witham area have been removed. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Wednesday 3rd February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2021 11:38
River Witham, South Delph
In the last few days we have seen a heavy rainfall across the River Witham catchment area. This, in combination with the tide lock effect, means that the river levels in the Lower Witham remain high and continue to flood low lying land and roads close to the river today, Monday 1st February, onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. The risk of property flooding has now passed and the flood warnings for the Lower Witham area have been removed. The forecast is dry for today however another band of heavy rain is expected on Tuesday, 2nd February. This rainfall could cause river levels to rise again. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Tuesday 2nd February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2021 13:04
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen a heavy rainfall across the River Witham catchment area. This, in combination with the tide lock effect, means that the river levels in the Lower Witham are remaining high and continue to flood low lying land and roads close to the river today, Sunday 31st January, onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. The forecast is for a mostly dry period over the next couple of days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is possible and flood warnings remain in force downstream of Lincoln, between Washingborough and Boston. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Monday 1st February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 16:22
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last 48 hours we have seen a heavy rainfall across the River Witham catchment area. This, in combination with the tide lock effect, means that the river levels in the Lower Witham are remaining high and continue to flood low lying land and roads close to the river today, Saturday 30th January, onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. The forecast is for a mostly dry period over the next couple of days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is possible and flood warnings remain in force downstream of Lincoln, between Washingborough and Boston. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Sunday 31st January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 15:42
River Witham, South Delph
We have seen heavy rainfall in the Lower Witham area. This means that the River Witham is now rising, which will lead to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river throughout today Friday 29th January onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties along the river Witham is possible and therefore flood warnings could be issued later today. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 Saturday 30th January, as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 19:35
River Witham, South Delph
Overnight we saw heavy rainfall in the Lower Witham area and further rain is forecast for this evening, Thursday 28th January 2021. This means that the River Witham is now rising, which will lead to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river overnight tonight 28th January and into the morning on Friday 29th January onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. 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 as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2021 10:17
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last week we have seen heavy rainfall in the Lower Witham area. This means that river levels are remaining high, which has already led to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout today, Saturday 23rd January, with levels slowly dropping over the next few days. Flooding to properties is not likely, and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued at this time. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Sunday, 24th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 15:00
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen heavy rainfall in the Lower Witham area. This means that river levels are remaining high, which has already led to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout today, Friday 22nd January, and for the next few days. Flooding to properties is not likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued at this time. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Saturday, 23rd January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 18:55
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last week we have seen heavy rainfall across the River Witham area, with a further pulse of rain last night, falling on an already saturated catchment. This means that river levels will remain high today, Thursday, 21st January, and for the next few days, leading to continued flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is possible and flood warnings are in force for the Lower Witham 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. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Friday, 22nd January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 03:37
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last week we have seen heavy rainfall across the River Witham area, with a further pulse of rain last night, falling on an already saturated catchment. This means that river levels will remain high today, Thursday, 21st January, and for the next few days, leading to continued flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is possible and flood warnings are in force for the Lower Witham 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. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Friday, 22nd January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 11:09
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last week we have seen heavy rainfall across the River Witham Catchment and further rainfall is forecast today Wednesday 20 January, through until tomorrow. This means that river levels will remain high today and for the next few days, leading to continued flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is possible and flood warnings are in force for the Lower Witham 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. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Thursday 21 January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 09:29
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last week we saw heavy rainfall across the River Witham Catchment and further rainfall is forecast over the next few days.This means that river levels are remaining high, which has already led to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout today, Tuesday 19th January, and for the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is possible and flood warnings are in force for the Lower Witham 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. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Wednesday, 20th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 13:06
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen heavy rainfall in the Lower Witham area. This means that river levels are remaining high, which has already led to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout today, Monday 18th January, and for the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is possible and flood warnings are in force for the Lower Witham 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. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Tuesday, 19th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2021 11:05
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen heavy rainfall in the Lower Witham area. This means that river levels are remaining high, which has already led to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout today, Sunday 17th January, and for the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is possible and flood warnings are in force for the Lower Witham 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. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Monday, 18th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 15:45
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen heavy rainfall in the Lower Witham area, followed by another band of rain today, Saturday, 16th January. This means that river levels are remaining high, which has already led to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is possible and therefore flood warnings are expected to be issued. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Sunday, 17th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 12:26
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last few days we have seen heavy rainfall in the Lower Witham area, followed by another band of rain this morning. This means that river levels are remaining high, which has already led to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout today, Saturday 16th January and for the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Sunday, 17th January, or as the situation change.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 20:44
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the Lower River Witham area. This means that the River Witham has risen, which will lead to continued flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from this evening Friday, 15th January onwards. There is more rainfall forecast for tomorrow, Saturday 16th January, and we will be monitoring how the river levels respond. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Saturday, 16th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 07:25
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the Lower River Witham area. This means that the River Witham is now rising, which will lead to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river from the morning of Friday, 15th January onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Saturday, 15th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 10:29
River Witham, South Delph
Over the weekend we have seen two bands of rain fall in the River Witham area. This means that the River Witham is now rising as the rainfall works its way down the system. This will lead to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river during Tuesday 25th February onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Wednesday 26th February.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 20:36
River Witham, South Delph
Over the last 36 hours we have seen two bands of rain fall in the River Witham area. This means that the River Witham is now rising as the rainfall works its way down the system. This will lead to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river overnight on Monday 24th February onwards. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2020 19:49
River Witham, South Delph
Following persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis over the weekend, we are expecting river levels through the Lower Witham catchment to remain high for at least a few more days. A further band of rain is forecast for Wednesday afternoon and evening. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses and rivers. We will continue to monitor river levels and will update this message on Wednesday 19th February or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 18:38
River Witham, South Delph
River levels have risen on the Lower Witham, downstream of Lincoln as a result of persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. This has led to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are monitoring the situation in the area incident room and will update this message and issue further alerts and warnings as required. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Tuesday 18th February or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 17:03
River Witham, South Delph
River levels are forecast to rise on the Lower Witham, downstream of Lincoln as a result of persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis affecting the county overnight. Leading to flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river during Sunday 16th February. We expect the river to remain high throughout the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. We are monitoring the situation in the area incident room and will update this message and issue further alerts and warnings as required. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are constantly monitoring river levels, and have staff in the field checking for blockages and clearing weedscreens. This message will be updated on Monday 17 February or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Jan 2020 11:28
River Witham, South Delph
River levels are now steadily receding. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation, especially where defences have known damage. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph, and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. Do not walk on flood banks, and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Monday 27th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2020 13:10
River Witham, South Delph
River levels are now steadily receding. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation, especially where defences have known damage. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph, and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. Do not walk on flood banks, and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Saturday 25th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2020 09:38
River Witham, South Delph
River levels are now steadily receding. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation, especially where defences have known damage. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph, and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. Do not walk on flood banks, and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Friday 24th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2020 16:13
River Witham, South Delph
River levels are now steadily receding. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation, especially where defences have known damage. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Thursday 23rd January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2020 15:15
River Witham, South Delph
River levels are now steadily receding. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation, especially where defences have known damage. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Wednesday 22nd January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2020 14:34
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain elevated in response to recent rainfall. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation, especially where defences have known damage. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Tuesday 21st January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2020 08:51
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain elevated in response to recent rainfall. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation, especially where defences have known damage. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Monday 20th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2020 13:57
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain elevated in response to recent rainfall. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation, especially where defences have known damage. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Sunday 19th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2020 13:52
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain elevated in response to recent rainfall. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation, especially where defences have known damage. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Saturday 18th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2020 13:49
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain elevated in response to recent rainfall. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation, especially where defences have known damage. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Friday 17th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2020 12:07
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain elevated in response to recent rainfall. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation, especially where defences have known damage. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Thursday 16th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 13:21
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain elevated in response to recent rainfall. Forecasts indicate further bands of significant rainfall may arrive over the next 24 hours, which may lead to a rise in river levels. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation, especially where defences have known damage. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Wednesday 15th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Jan 2020 13:02
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain elevated in response to recent rainfall. Forecasts indicate further bands of significant rainfall may arrive over the next 48 hours, which may lead to a rise in river levels. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation, especially where defences have known damage. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Tuesday 14th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Jan 2020 13:39
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain elevated in response to recent rainfall. Forecasts indicate no further significant rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation, especially where defences have known damage. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Monday 13th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Jan 2020 13:47
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain elevated in response to recent rainfall. Forecasts indicate further rainfall is expected overnight tonight, Saturday 11th January, although no significant impacts are anticipated. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation, especially where defences have known damage. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Sunday 12th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Jan 2020 13:18
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain elevated in response to recent rainfall. No further significant rain is forecast over the next 24 hours, however forecasts indicate weather patterns will remain unsettled into early next week. We are continuing to closely monitor the situation, especially where defences have known damage. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Saturday 11th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Jan 2020 11:54
River Witham, South Delph
River levels have reacted to the rainfall over night ,and with the weather forecast currently uncertain for the next few days, we continue to closely monitor the situation. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Friday, 10th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2020 17:38
River Witham, South Delph
River catchments remain saturated and river levels may rise quickly. The weather forecast suggests there is the potential for heavy rain overnight on Wednesday 8th and into the morning of Thursday 9th January, which could cause river levels to rise again. We continue to closely monitor the situation. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Do not walk on flood banks and please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, which may be flooded. We are monitoring river levels and will update this message on Thursday 9th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2020 15:05
River Witham, South Delph
River catchments remain saturated and river levels may rise quickly. The weather forecast suggests there is the potential for heavy rain overnight on Wednesday 8th and into the morning of Thursday 9th January, which could cause river levels to rise again. We continue to closely monitor the situation. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. We are monitoring the situation. Do not walk on flood banks and please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, which may be flooded. We are monitoring river levels and will update this message on Thursday 9th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2020 11:58
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high. The weather forecast is currently uncertain and there is the potential for heavy rain on Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th January. We continue to closely monitor the situation. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. We are monitoring the situation. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Wednesday, 8th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2020 11:54
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high. Heavy rain is forecast for Wednesay 8th and Thursday 9th January and we continue to monitor the situation. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. We are monitoring the situation. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Tuesday, 7th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2020 10:20
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high but no further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is unlikely, and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. We are monitoring the situation. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Monday, 6th January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2020 10:15
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high but no further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is unlikely, and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. We are monitoring the situation. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Friday, 3rd January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2019 11:24
River Witham, South Delph
River levels remain high but no further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is unlikely, and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. We are monitoring the situation. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Thursday, 2nd January, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2019 09:39
River Witham, South Delph
River levels will remain high throughout the next few days. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is unlikely, and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. We are monitoring the situation. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Tuesday, 31st December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2019 10:08
River Witham, South Delph
River levels will remain high throughout the next few days. No further significant rainfall is forecast into the new week. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is unlikely, and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. We are monitoring the situation. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Monday, 30th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2019 10:25
River Witham, South Delph
River levels will remain high throughout the next few days. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the weekend. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is unlikely, and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. We are monitoring the situation. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Sunday, 29th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2019 09:55
River Witham, South Delph
River levels will remain high throughout the next few days. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the weekend. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is unlikely, and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. Environment Agency contractors have undertaken repairs to the breach at Timberland Delph and on the Barlings Eau. Flooding of low lying land and roads close to the river remains a possibility. We are monitoring the situation. Do not walk on flood banks and avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near to watercourses. This message will be updated on Saturday, 28th December, or as the situation changes.