Flood Warning Info - River Nene and tributaries in Northampton, including low-lying areas adjacent to the river

River Nene and tributaries in Northampton, including low-lying areas adjacent to the river

St James, Far Cotton and Cotton End areas of Northampton including St Leonards Road, Euston Road, Richmond Terrace, Parkwood Street and St James Mill Road.

This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.

Current Flood Warning Status

No current warning

Area Covered by this Flood Warning

The red highlighted area on the map below outlines the area covered by this Flood Warning.

Flood Warning History

Number of historic Flood Warnings that have previously been recorded for this area.

Historical Flood Warnings for this Area

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued on 25 Nov 2024 18:28

River Nene

Heavy rain has fallen in the Nene catchment. This has caused the River Nene to rise and it will remain high over the next few days. Low lying areas are already flooded and we expect properties close to the River Nene and tributaries to be affected. Low lying properties in the Northampton Marina are expected to be affected first. Remain safe and be aware of your local surroundings. Please avoid contact with flood water. Our staff are out in the area to check the flood defences, clear blockages, and assist the emergency services and council. We will be closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated online and on FloodLine on Tuesday 26th November, or before if the situation changes.

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued on 25 Nov 2024 04:06

River Nene

Heavy rain has fallen in the Nene catchment. This is causing River Nene to rise and is forecast to continue to rise through Monday 25th November. Low lying areas are already flooded and we now expect properties close to the River Nene and tributaries to be affected through the morning. Low lying properties in the Northampton Marina are expected to be affected first. Remain safe and be aware of your local surroundings. Please avoid contact with flood water. Our staff are out in the area to check the flood defences, clear blockages, and assist the emergency services and council. We will be closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated online and on FloodLine on 26/11/24 or before if the situation changes.