Flood Alert Info - The Rivers Tud and Wensum from Fakenham to Costessey, including Wendling Beck
Area Description
The Rivers Tud and Wensum from Fakenham to Costessey, including Wendling Beck.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Flood Alert History
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2024 09:02
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely from now, Tuesday 10th December, and for at least the next 24 hours. River levels are still high following the recent storm rainfall. Locations most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas between Fakenham and Dereham, and areas around Lyng, Lenwade, Attlebridge and Costessey. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for light rain today and then dry conditions for the rest of the week, which will allow river levels to start returning to normal. Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Wednesday the 11th of December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2024 16:36
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely this evening, Monday 9th December, and overnight. River levels are still rising in response to the recent storm rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas between Fakenham and Dereham, and areas around Lyng, Lenwade, Attlebridge and Costessey. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for no significant rainfall over the next few days. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message tomorrow morning, Tuesday 10th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 11:46
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely from now and into tomorrow, Thursday 23rd May. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas between Fakenham and Dereham, and areas around Lyng, Lenwade, Attlebridge and Costessey. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for further potentially heavy rainfall today, Wednesday 22nd May 2024. Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message by 10am on Thursday 23rd May, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2024 09:13
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Saturday 24th February. River levels remain high following recent rainfall but should slowly fall over the course of today. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas between Fakenham and Dereham, and areas around Lyng, Lenwade, Attlebridge and Costessey. The forecast is for no significant rainfall on Saturday 24th or Sunday 25th February. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Sunday 25th February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 09:28
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Friday 23rd February. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas between Fakenham and Dereham, and areas around Lyng, Lenwade, Attlebridge and Costessey. The forecast is for no significant rainfall over the next couple of days. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation and not expecting the situation to escalate. We will update this message by 10am tomorrow, Saturday 24th February.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2024 10:34
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Tuesday 20 February 2024. River levels are currently high, but are expected to start to drop back down to more normal levels later today. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas between Fakenham and Dereham, and areas around Lyng, Lenwade, Attlebridge and Costessey. The forecast is for further rainfall today, Tuesday 20 February 2024, and overnight into Wednesday. Thursday has the potential for heavier rainfall, remaining unsettled for the rest of the week. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message on Wednesday 21 February 2024, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2024 09:40
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely to continue today, Monday 19 February 2024. We are currently seeing higher river levels than normal. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas between Fakenham and Dereham, and areas around Lyng, Lenwade, Attlebridge and Costessey. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate. The forecast is for light showers this morning, Monday 19 February, which are expected to clear by lunchtime leaving the rest of the day dry. Tuesday 20 February is expected to be a dry day. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message on Tuesday 20 February 2024, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 17:04
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely in response to the rain that has fallen last night and this morning, Sunday 18 February 2024. River levels remain high in response to the rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas between Fakenham and Dereham, and areas around Lyng, Lenwade, Attlebridge and Costessey. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate. The forecast is for a generally improving weather picture through this evening, but with the chance of the odd shower pushing through the catchment. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message on Monday 19 February 2024, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2024 11:15
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely to continue today, Monday12 February 2024. River levels are beginning to drop, but will remain responsive to further rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas between Fakenham and Dereham, and areas around Lyng, Lenwade, Attlebridge and Costessey. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate. The forecast is for a dry day today, with light rainfall possible tomorrow. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message tomorrow, Tuesday 13 February.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 10:29
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today Sunday 11th February 2024. We are currently seeing higher river levels than normal. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas between Fakenham and Dereham, and areas around Lyng, Lenwade, Attlebridge and Costessey. Rain is expected throughout Sunday which may be persistent and locally heavy in places. The forecast is for drier conditions as we move into next week. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message tomorrow, Monday 12th February 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 12:39
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Saturday 10th February 2024. We are currently seeing higher river levels than normal in response to the rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas between Fakenham and Dereham, and areas around Lyng, Lenwade, Attlebridge and Costessey. The forecast is for further rainfall expected overnight. Catchments are already saturated and it is likely that rivers will respond. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message tomorrow, Sunday 11th February 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2024 11:19
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Monday 8th January. River levels are currently high, but are expected to start to drop back down over the next few days. The weather forecast is improving, and we expect levels to start returning to normal soon. The forecast is for predominantly dry conditions for the next few days with some isolated showers possible. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message tomorrow, Tuesday 9th January.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2024 11:03
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Sunday 7th January. River levels are currently high, but are expected to start to drop back down over the next few days. The weather forecast is improving, and we expect levels to start returning to normal soon. The forecast is for predominantly dry conditions for the next few days with some isolated showers possible. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message tomorrow, Monday 8th January.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 09:51
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Saturday 6th January 2024. We are currently seeing higher river levels than normal in response to recent rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas between Fakenham and Dereham, and areas around Lyng, Lenwade, Attlebridge and Costessey. The forecast is for predominantly dry weather for the next few days. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message tomorrow, Sunday 7th January.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 12:00
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Friday 5th January 2024. We are currently seeing higher river levels than normal in response to recent rainfall. The forecast is for predominantly dry conditions for the next few days with some isolated showers possible. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation. We will update this message tomorrow, Saturday 6th January 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 13:24
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Thursday 4th January, and tomorrow, Friday 5th January. River levels are currently high and will remain responsive to further rainfall. The forecast is for potentially heavy rainfall overnight tonight, and into tomorrow. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message tomorrow, Friday 5th January 2024.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 19:30
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
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 20 Jan 2021 18:49
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely through this evening and overnight (Wednesday 20th January), and into tomorrow Thursday 21st January. River levels remain higher than normal. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for some further rainfall this evening and overnight, before clearing into Thursday morning. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 05:27
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely throughout today, and into this evening, Wednesday 20th January. River levels are remaining high as the water moves through the system in response to the recent heavy rainfall. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate. The forecast is for scattered showers today and then heavy rainfall this evening and into tomorrow morning. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 17:32
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely overnight tonight, Tuesday 19th January 2021. River levels are currently high and responsive to further rainfall. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for patchy rain and showers through tonight followed by more persistent and at times heavy rain on Wednesday into Thursday. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message by 11am on Wednesday 20th January 2021.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 11:53
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely from now until tomorrow morning, Wednesday 20th January. River levels are currently high and responding further to the overnight rainfall. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. The forecast is for an unsettled period over the next few days with periods of heavy rain during Wednesday and Thursday possible. Take care on riverside footpaths, and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary, and no later than 6pm on Tuesday 19th January.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 08:41
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely for Sunday 27th December through to Monday 28th December. River levels are expected to continue to rise. The forecast is for showers to get more scattered and less intense as we move into more settled weather. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 16:49
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely for the evening of Saturday 26th December through to Sunday 27th December 2020. River levels are beginning to drop, but will remain responsive to further rainfall. The forecast is for some heavy rainfall expected during the early hours of 27th December, which will pass quickly, but which may be intense and could lead to river levels beginning to rise again and some surface water problems. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 09:07
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely for Saturday 26th December 2020. River levels are beginning to drop, but will remain responsive to further rainfall. The forecast is for dry conditions today, which will allow river levels to start returning to normal. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2020 07:34
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely for Friday 25th December. River levels are beginning to drop, but will remain responsive to further rainfall. The forecast is for continued unsettled weather over the next couple of days. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message by 11am tomorrow morning.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 18:41
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely through the evening and overnight into Friday 25th December. River levels are expected to continue to rise, and will remain responsive to further rainfall. The forecast is for dry conditions today, which will allow river levels to start returning to normal. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 08:24
Tud, Wensum, Wendling Beck
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely throughout today, Thursday 24th December. River levels are currently high, but are expected to start to drop back down to more normal levels later today following the rain overnight. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate. The forecast is for showers today moving into more settled weather over the next few days. Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary by 6pm on Thursday 24 December.