Flood Alert Info - River Severn in Worcestershire
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River Severn in Worcestershire.
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 21 Dec 2024 08:09
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate closed at Upton upon Severn due to flooding and may be impassable.
Predicted peak: Worcester 2.9m to 3.1m Saturday, 21/12/24
Observed peaks: Bewdley 2.66m and Kempsey Yacht Club 4.78m Friday evening, 20/12/24
Further showers are possible over the next 48 hours. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10:00am on 22/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2024 08:38
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate closed at Upton upon Severn due to flooding and may be impassable.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 2.6m to 3m and Worcester 2.9m to 3.2m Friday evening, 20/12/24, Kempsey Yacht Club 4.7m to 4.8m Friday morning, 20/12/24.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10:00am on 21/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2024 12:32
River Severn
River levels are rising at Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible Thursday, 19/12/24. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 2.9m to 3.2m and Worcester 3m to 3.3m on Friday evening, 20/12/24, Diglis 2.8m to 3m and Kempsey Yacht Club 4.7m to 5m on Thursday evening, 19/12/24.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for several days. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 20/12/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2024 07:55
River Severn
River levels remain high bu8t are falling steadily at the Worcester and Diglis gauges due to recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Observed peaks:- Bewdley 4.51m 10/12/24, Worcester 4.96m 11/12/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.53m 11/12/24, Saxons Lode 4.89m 11/12/24.
No significant rainfall is forecast. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am on Saturday, 14/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2024 08:09
River Severn
River levels remain high because of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Observed peaks:- Bewdley 4.51m 10/12/24, Worcester 4.96m 11/12/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.53m 11/12/24, Saxons Lode 4.89m 11/12/24.
No significant rainfall is forecast. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am on Friday, 13/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2024 09:51
River Severn
River levels remain high because of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Observed peaks:- Bewdley 4.51m on Tuesday afternoon, 10/12/24, Worcester 4.96m early Wednesday morning, 11/12/2024. .
Predicted peaks:- Kempsey Yacht Club 6.4 to 6.7m, Wednesday morning, 11/12/24; Saxons Lode 4.9 to 5.1m on Wednesday afternoon, 11/12/24.
No significant rainfall is forecast. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am on Thursday, 12/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2024 18:39
River Severn
River levels remain high because of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Observed peaks:- Bewdley 4.49m on Tuesday afternoon, 10/12/24.
Predicted peaks:- Worcester 4.8 to 5.0m; Diglis 4.3 to 4.5m; Kempsey Yacht Club 6.4 to 6.7m, all overnight Tuesday, 10/12/24; Saxons Lode 4.8 to 5.0m on Wednesday, 11/12/24.
No significant rainfall is forecast. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am on Wednesday, 11/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2024 10:08
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge because of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Floodplain starts to fill. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.5 to 4.7m Tuesday afternoon, 10/12/24; Worcester 4.8 to 5.0m; Diglis 4.3 to 4.5m; Kempsey Yacht Club 6.4 to 6.7m, all overnight Tuesday, 10/12/24; Saxons Lode 4.8 to 5.0m on Wednesday, 11/12/24.
No significant rainfall is due over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11:00 Wednesday, 11/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2024 13:14
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Floodplain starts to fill. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.2m to 4.7m Tuesday PM, 10/12/24; Worcester 4.7m to 5.1m overnight Tuesday, 10/12/24; Diglis 4.2m to 4.5m overnight Tuesday, 10/12/24; Kempsey Yacht Club 6.3m to 6.7m, Tuesday night, 10/12/24; Saxons Lode 4.6m to 5.1m on Tuesday night 10/12/24.
No significant rainfall is due over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11:00 Tuesday, 10/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2024 08:20
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Floodplain starts to fill. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.2m to 4.7m Tuesday PM, 10/12/24; Worcester 4.7m to 5.1m overnight Tuesday, 10/12/24; Diglis 4.2m to 4.5m overnight Tuesday, 10/12/24; Kempsey Yacht Club 6.3m to 6.7m, Tuesday night, 10/12/24; Saxons Lode 4.6m to 5.1m on Tuesday night 10/12/24.
No significant rainfall is due over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by Tuesday morning, 10/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2024 14:53
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Floodplain starts to fill. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.1m to 4.6m Tuesday PM, 10/12/24; Worcester 4.7m to 5.2m Tuesday PM, 10/12/24; Diglis 4.2m to 4.6m Tuesday PM, 10/12/24; Kempsey Yacht Club 6.3m to 6.8m, Tuesday night, 10/12/24; Saxons Lode 4.6m to 5.1m on Tuesday night 10/12/24.
No significant rainfall is due over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on Monday 09/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2024 08:40
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Floodplain starts to fill. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.1m to 4.6m Tuesday PM, 10/12/24; Worcester 4.7m to 5.2m Tuesday PM, 10/12/24; Diglis 4.2m to 4.6m Tuesday PM, 10/12/24; Kempsey Yacht Club 6.3m to 6.8m, Tuesday night, 10/12/24; Saxons Lode 4.6m to 5.1m on Tuesday night 10/12/24.
Showers are forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Sunday 08/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2024 15:22
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Floodplain starts to fill. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 5.0m to 5.3m Tuesday AM, 10/12/24; Worcester 5.5m to 5.8m Tuesday PM, 10/12/24; Diglis 4.9m to 5.1m Tuesday PM, 10/12/24; Kempsey Yacht Club 7.2m to 7.6m, Tuesday PM, 10/12/24; Saxons Lode 5.1m to 5.5m on Tuesday overnight into Wednesday AM, 11/12/24.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on Sunday 08/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2024 08:53
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Floodplain starts to fill. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.7m to 5.1m Tuesday AM, 10/12/24; Worcester 5.3m to 5.7m Tuesday PM, 10/12/24; Diglis 4.7m to 5m Tuesday PM, 10/12/24; Kempsey Yacht Club 6.9m to 7.2m, overnight Tuesday into Wednesday AM, 11/12/24; Saxons Lode 5.1m to 5.5m on Wednesday AM, 11/12/24.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 16:00 on Saturday 07/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2024 13:44
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Floodplain starts to fill. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.0m to 4.3m Monday PM to Tuesday AM, 10/12/24; Worcester 4.7m to 5.0m Tuesday AM, 10/12/24; Diglis 4.3m to 4.6m Tuesday PM, 10/12/24; Kempsey Yacht Club 6.5m to 6.8m, Tuesday PM to Wednesday AM, 11/12/24; Saxons Lode 4.9m to 5.1m on Wednesday AM, 11/12/24.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00am on Saturday 07/12/24 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Dec 2024 09:38
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling at the Bewdley river gauge due to recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads & farmland is expected to continue.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Observed peaks:
Diglis 4.74m and Kempsey Yacht Club 6.93m on Monday 25/11/2024.
Saxons Lode 5.07m, Bewdley 4.13m and Worcester 4.9m on Wednesday 27/11/2024.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days which may cause a small rise in river levels.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am, Monday 2/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Nov 2024 09:48
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling at the Bewdley river gauge due to recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads & farmland is expected to continue.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Observed peaks:
Diglis 4.74m and Kempsey Yacht Club 6.93m on Monday 25/11/2024.
Saxons Lode 5.07m, Bewdley 4.13m and Worcester 4.9m on Wednesday 27/11/2024.
Further rainfall is expected on Sunday, which may cause a small rise in river levels.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am, Sunday 01/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Nov 2024 09:29
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling at the Bewdley river gauge due to recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads & farmland is expected.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Observed peaks: Diglis 4.74m and Kempsey Yacht Club 6.93m on Monday 25/11/2024. Saxons Lode 5.07m, Bewdley 4.13m and Worcester 4.9m on Wednesday 27/11/2024.
No further significant rainfall is forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am, Saturday 30/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Nov 2024 09:51
River Severn
River levels remain high but are are falling at the Bewdley river gauge due to recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads & farmland is expected.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn.
Observed peaks: Saxons Lode 5.07m, Bewdley 4.13m on 27/11/24, Diglis 4.74m and Kempsey Yacht Club 6.93m on 25/11/2024. Worcester 4.9m on Wednesday night 27/11/2024.
No further signifcant rainfall is forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am, Friday 29/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2024 16:38
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge due to recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads & farmland is expected.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Observed peaks: Saxons Lode 5.07m, Bewdley 4.13m earlier today, 27/11/24, Diglis 4.74m and Kempsey Yacht Club 6.93m on 25/11/2024.
Predicted peaks: Worcester 4.9 to 5.0m on Wednesday night 27/11/2024.
No further rainfall is forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am, Thursday 28/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2024 10:49
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge because of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads & farmland is expected.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Observed peaks: Saxons Lode 5.07m on Wednesday 27/11/24, Diglis 4.74m and Kempsey Yacht Club 6.93m on Monday’ 25/11/2024.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley 4.1m to 4.3m on Wednesday afternoon, 27/11/2024, Worcester 4.9m to 5.0m on Wednesday evening 27/11/2024. .
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6pm, Wednesday 27/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2024 17:03
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads & farmland is expected.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Observed peaks: Saxons Lode 5.07m and Worcester 4.94m this morning, Tuesday 26/11/2024
Diglis 4.74m and Kempsey Yacht Club 6.93m Monday evening 25/11/2024.
Predicted peaks:
Bewdley 3.9m to 4.3m Tuesday overnight 26/11/24,
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am, Wednesday 27/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2024 09:22
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads & farmland is expected.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Peaks:- Diglis 4.74m, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.93m Monday evening 25/11/2024.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 3.9m to 4.3m Tuesday overnight 26/11/24,
Saxons Lode 5.0m to 5.1m this Tuesday morning 26/11/2024,
Worcester 4.9m to 5.0m Tuesday morning 26/11/2024,
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6pm today, Tuesday 26/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2024 17:11
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads & farmland is expected.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.8m to 4.2m Tuesday overnight 26/11/24,
Worcester 4.6m to 5.1m Wednesday 27/11/24,
Diglis 4.8m to 5.0m Wednesday 27/11/24,
Kempsey Yacht Club 6.8m to 7.0m Monday evening, 25/11/24,
Saxons Lode 4.8m to 5.1m Tuesday 26/11/24.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
This message will be updated by 10:00am tomorrow, Tuesday 26/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2024 10:53
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads & farmland is expected.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.8m to 4.2m Tuesday overnight 26/11/24,
Worcester 4.6m to 5.1m Wednesday 27/11/24,
Diglis 4.5m to 4.8m Wednesday 27/11/24,
Kempsey Yacht Club 6.6m to 7.0m Monday 25/11/24,
Saxons Lode 4.8m to 5.1m Tuesday 26/11/24.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6:00pm today, Monday 25/11/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2024 17:42
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads & farmland is expected.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.8m to 4.2m Tuesday overnight 26/11/24,
Worcester 4.5m to 4.8m Wednesday 27/11/24,
Diglis 3.6m to 4.0m Wednesday 27/11/24,
Kempsey Yacht Club 6.2m to 6.5m Monday 25/11/24,
Saxons Lode 4.9m to 5.1m Tuesday 26/11/24.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 11am on Monday 25/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2024 09:50
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads &farmland is expected today Sunday 24/11/24.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:-Bewdley 3.8m to 4.2m Wednesday 27/11/24,
Worcester 4.5m to 4.8m Wednesday 27/11/24,
Diglis 3.6m to 4.0m Wednesday 27/11/24,
Kempsey Yacht Club 6.2m to 6.5m Tuesday 26/11/24,
Saxons Lode 4.9m to 5.1m Wednesday 27/11/24.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services & Local Authorities.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, & avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 18:00 on 24/11/24 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2024 08:43
River Severn
River levels are falling but remain high as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Peaks:- Bewdley 4.2m overnight Saturday, 19/10/2024, Worcester 5.08m Sunday afternoon 20/10/2024, Diglis 4.72m Sunday afternoon 20/10/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.82m Sunday afternoon, 20/10/2024, and Saxons Lode 5.03m, Sunday evening 20/10/2024.
No further significant rainfall is forecast. River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am on Thursday 24/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Oct 2024 14:27
River Severn
River levels are falling but remain high as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Peaks:- Bewdley 4.2m overnight Saturday, 19/10/2024, Worcester 5.08m Sunday afternoon 20/10/2024, Diglis 4.72m Sunday afternoon 20/10/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.82m Sunday afternoon, 20/10/2024, and Saxons Lode 5.03m, Sunday evening 20/10/2024.
No further significant rainfall is forecast. River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am on Wednesday 23/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Oct 2024 08:44
River Severn
River levels are falling but remain high as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Peaks:- Bewdley 4.2m overnight Saturday, 19/10/2024, Worcester 5.08m Sunday afternoon 20/10/2024, Diglis 4.72m Sunday afternoon 20/10/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.82m Sunday afternoon, 20/10/2024, and Saxons Lode 5.03m, Sunday evening 20/10/2024.
No further rainfall is forecast. River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Tuesday 22/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2024 15:45
River Severn
River levels are beginning to fall but remain high as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Peaks:- Bewdley 4.2m overnight Saturday, 19/10/2024, Worcester 5.08m Sunday afternoon 20/10/2024, Diglis 4.72m Sunday afternoon 20/10/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.82m Sunday afternoon, 20/10/2024, and Saxons Lode 5.03m, Sunday evening 20/10/2024.
Further minor rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours and we expect river levels to remain high for several days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am on Tuesday 22/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2024 08:04
River Severn
River levels are beginning to fall but remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Floodplain starts to fill. Install property level protection if required.
Peaks:- Bewdley 4.2m overnight Saturday, 19/10/2024, Worcester 5.08m Sunday afternoon 20/10/2024, Diglis 4.72 Sunday afternoon 20/10/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.82m Sunday afternoon, 20/10/2024, and Saxons Lode 5.03, Sunday evening 20/10/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours and we expect river levels to remain high for several days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Monday 21/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2024 15:48
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Floodplain starts to fill. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Worcester 5m to 5.15m Sunday 20/10/2024, Diglis 4.7 to 4.8m Sunday 20/10/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.8m to 6.9m Sunday evening, 20/10/2024, and Saxons Lode 5.1 to 5.2m, Sunday afternoon 20/10/2024.
Peaks:- Bewdley 4.2m overnight Saturday, 19/10/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours and we expect river levels to remain high for several days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am on Monday 21/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2024 08:10
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Floodplain starts to fill. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Worcester 5m to 5.1m Sunday 20/10/2024, Diglis 4.6 to 4.7m Sunday 20/10/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.7m to 6.8m Sunday, 20/10/2024, and Saxons Lode 5 to 5.1m, Sunday afternoon 20/10/2024.
Peaks:- Bewdley 4.2m overnight Saturday, 19/10/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours and we expect river levels to remain high for several days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Sunday 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 15:47
River Severn
River levels continue to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Floodplain starts to fill. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.0m to 4.2m Sunday morning, 20/10/2024. Worcester 4.8m to 5.1m Sunday morning 20/10/2024, Diglis 4.50 to 4.7m Sunday morning 20/10/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.6m to 6.9m Sunday morning, 20/10/2024, and Saxons Lode 4.9 to 5.2m, Sunday afternoon 20/10/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours and we expect river levels to remain high for several days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am on Sunday 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 11:10
River Severn
River levels continue to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Floodplain starts to fill. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.2m to 4.6m overnight Saturday, 19/10/2024. Worcester 4.8m to 5.1m Sunday 20/10/2024, Diglis 4.55 to 4.75m Sunday 20/10/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 7m to 7.4m Sunday morning, 20/10/2024, and Saxons Lode 4.8 to 5.2m, Sunday 20/10/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours and we expect river levels to remain high for several days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Saturday 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2024 08:02
River Severn
River levels continue to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Floodplain starts to fill. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.2m to 4.6m overnight Saturday, 19/10/2024. Worcester 4.8m to 5.1m overnight Saturday 19/10/2024, Diglis 4.3m to 4.6m overnight Saturday 19/10/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 7m to 7.4m Sunday morning, 20/10/2024, and Saxons Lode 4.8 to 5.2m Saturday morning 19/10/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours and we expect river levels to remain high for several days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Saturday 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 16:25
River Severn
River levels continue to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Floodplain starts to fill. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.9m to 4.2m Saturday afternoon 19/10/2024, Worcester 4.8m to 5.3m overnight Saturday 19/10/2024, Diglis 4.3m to 4.6m overnight Saturday 19/10/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.9m to 7.3m overnight Friday 18/10/2024, into Saturday 19/10/24, and Saxons Lode 4.8m to 5.2m Saturday morning 19/10/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours and we expect river levels to remain high for several days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am on Saturday 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Oct 2024 08:07
River Severn
River levels continue to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Floodplain starts to fill. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.9m to 4.4m Saturday afternoon 19/10/2024, Worcester 4.7m to 4.9m Saturday evening 19/10/2024, Diglis 4.2m to 4.5m Friday evening 18/10/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.4m to 6.8m overnight Friday 18/10/2024, into Saturday 19/10/24 and Saxons Lode 4.7 to 4.9m Saturday morning 19/10/2024.
We expect river levels to rise further and remain high for several days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5pm today, Friday 18/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 14:53
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected today, the 17/10/24. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, Riverside Path Stourport and B4194 at Ribsford. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.1m to 4.6m on 19/10, Worcester 4.8m to 5.3m on 19/10, Diglis 4.2m to 4.7m on the 19/10, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.3m to 6.8m on 18/10, Saxons Lode 4.6m to 5.1m on 19/10.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences, and liaising with emergency services and or Local Authorities.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 08:00 on 18/10/24, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 09:13
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected today, the 17/10/24. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, Riverside Path Stourport and B4194 at Ribsford. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4m to 4.5m on 19/10, Worcester 4.1m to 4.6m on 19/10, Diglis 3.8m to 4.3m on the 19/10, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.3m to 6.8m on 18/10, Saxons Lode 4.6m to 5.1m on 18/10.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences, and liaising with emergency services and or Local Authorities.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 16:00 on 17/10/24, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Apr 2024 09:46
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Diglis river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the possibility of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect Low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required.
Bewdley peaked at 3.00m on 09/04/24. Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 5.49m on 08/04/24. Worcester peaked at 3.70m on 10/04/24. Diglis peaked at 3.40m on 10/04/24 and Saxons Lode peaked at 4.10m on 10/04/24.
No significant rainfall is forecast over the next couple of days however we expect river levels to remain high this week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10am on Friday 12/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2024 16:39
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Diglis river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the possibility of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect Low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required.
Bewdley is predicted to peak at 3.0m to 3.2m Thursday morning 11/04/24.
Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 5.49m on 08/04/24. Worcester peaked at 3.70m on Wednesday morning 10/04/24. Diglis peaked at 3.65m on 08/04/24 and Saxons Lode peaked at 4.10m on Wednesday morning 10/04/24.
Further rainfall is forecast and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10am on Thursday 11/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2024 08:18
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Diglis river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the possibility of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect Low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.0m to 3.2m Thursday morning 11/04/24, Worcester 3.6m to 3.7m Wednesday morning 10/04/24, Diglis 3.3m to 3.4m Wednesday morning 10/04/24, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.4m to 5.5m Wednesday morning 10/04/24, Saxons Lode 4.1m to 4.2m Wednesday morning 10/04/24.
Further rainfall is forecast and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Wednesday 10/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 16:04
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Diglis river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the possibility of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect Low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.2m to 3.5m Thursday overnight 11/04/24, Worcester 3.8m to 4.0m Wednesday morning 10/04/24, Diglis 3.4m to 3.6m Wednesday morning 10/04/24, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.5m to 5.7m Wednesday morning 10/04/24, Saxons Lode 4.1m to 4.2m Wednesday afternoon 10/04/24.
Further rainfall is forecast and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10am on Wednesday 10/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 09:32
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Diglis river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the possibility of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect Low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.2m to 3.5m Thursday overnight 11/04/24, Worcester 3.8m to 4.0m Wednesday morning 10/04/24, Diglis 3.4m to 3.6m Wednesday morning 10/04/24, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.5m to 5.7m Wednesday morning 10/04/24, Saxons Lode 4.1m to 4.2m Wednesday afternoon 10/04/24.
Further rainfall is forecast and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Tuesday 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 16:18
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Diglis river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected today, Monday 08/04/24 and into tomorrow, Tuesday 09/04/24. We expect flooding to affect Low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.1m to 3.4m Tuesday afternoon 09/04/24, Worcester 3.6m to 3.8m Monday afternoon 08/04/24, Diglis 3.3m to 3.4m Monday afternoon 08/04/24, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.4m to 5.6m Monday afternoon 08/04/24, Saxons Lode 4.0m to 4.1m Monday afternoon 08/04/24.
Further rainfall is forecast and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday 09/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Apr 2024 08:59
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Diglis river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected today, Monday 08/04/24 and into tomorrow, Tuesday 09/04/24. We expect flooding to affect Low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.1m to 3.4m Tuesday afternoon 09/04/24, Worcester 3.6m to 3.8m Monday afternoon 08/04/24, Diglis 3.3m to 3.4m Monday afternoon 08/04/24, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.4m to 5.6m Monday afternoon 08/04/24, Saxons Lode 4.0m to 4.1m Monday afternoon 08/04/24.
Further rainfall is forecast over the 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Monday 08/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Apr 2024 12:56
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Diglis river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later on today, Sunday 07/04/24 and into tomorrow, Monday 08/04/24. We expect flooding to affect Low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 2.7m to 2.9m Sunday evening 07/04/24, Worcester 3.5m to 3.8m Monday morning 08/04/24, Diglis 3.0m to 3.2m Monday morning 08/04/24, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.1m to 5.3m Monday Morning 08/04/24, Saxons Lode 4.0m to 4.2m Monday morning 08/04/24.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight. Blustery showers are forecast for the rest of the weekend and into next week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10am on Monday 08/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Mar 2024 09:55
River Severn
River levels are falling but remain high at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey, and Saxons Lode river gauges. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Peaks:- Bewdley peaked at 3.07m, Worcester peaked at 4.32m, and Saxons Lode peaked at 4.74m Saturday, 30/03/2024. Diglis peaked at 4.10m and Kempsey peaked at 6.22m Friday 29/03/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. Further unsettled weather is forecast for next week.
Flood gates at Dunn’s Lane, New Street and Waterside in Upton are closed. Kempsey Flood Alleviation scheme is operational.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 11:00 on 01/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Mar 2024 10:03
River Severn
River levels remain high and steady at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.Install Property level protection if required.
Peaks:-
Bewdley peaked at 3.07m at 00:15 Saturday, 30/03/2024, Worcester peaked at 4.32m at 04:30 Saturday, 30/03/2024, Diglis peaked at 4.10m at 22:30 Friday, 30/03/2024, Kempsey peaked at 6.22m at 22:15 Friday, 29/03/2024, Saxons Lode peaked at 4.74m at 05:30 Saturday, 30/03/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. Further unsettled weather is forecast for next week.
Flood gates at Dunn’s Lane, New Street and Waterside in Upton are closed.
Kempsey Flood Alleviation scheme is operational.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 11:00 on 31/03/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2024 15:52
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.Install Property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 3.0 to 3.2m on Saturday morning, 30/03/2024, Worcester 4.1 to 4.4m on Friday afternoon, 29/03/2024, Diglis 3.9 to 4.1m on Friday afternoon, 29/03/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.1 to 6.3m on Friday afternoon, 29/03/2024, Saxons Lode 4.4 to 4.6m on Saturday morning, 30/03/2024
Further unsettled weather is forecast, and we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
Flood gates at Waterside and New Street in Upton remain closed.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 11:00 on 30/03/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Mar 2024 09:03
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.Install Property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 3.0 to 3.2m on Saturday morning, 30/03/2024, Worcester 4.1 to 4.4m on Friday afternoon, 29/03/2024, Diglis 3.9 to 4.1m on Friday afternoon, 29/03/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.1 to 6.3m on Friday afternoon, 29/03/2024, Saxons Lode 4.4 to 4.6m on Saturday morning, 30/03/2024
Further rain is forecast, and we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
Flood gates at Waterside and New Street in Upton remain closed.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 29/03/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2024 16:15
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from this morning Thursday, 28/03/2024. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.Install Property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks expected Friday afternoon, 29/03/2024:-
Bewdley 2.8 to 3.1m, Worcester 3.8 to 4.1m, Diglis 3.5 to 3.8m, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.8 to 6.1m, Saxons Lode 4.1 to 4.4m.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
Flood gates at Waterside and New Street in Upton were closed this afternoon.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on 29/03/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2024 10:34
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from this morning Thursday, 28/03/2024. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.Install Property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks expected Friday afternoon, 29/03/2024:-
Bewdley 3.0 to 3.3m, Worcester 4.1 to 4.4m, Diglis 3.8 to 4.1m, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.0 to 6.3m, Saxons Lode 4.2 to 4.5m.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
Flood gates at Waterside and New Street in Upton will be closed from 1pm today, 28/03/2024.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Thursday, 28/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Mar 2024 08:55
River Severn
River levels are high but steady at the Diglis (Worcester) river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and Roads adjacent the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath.
Peaks: Bewdley peaked at 2.45m on Sunday 17/03/2024, Worcester peaked at 3.48 this morning 18/03/2024, Diglis peaked at 3.1m this morning, Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 5.28m this morning
Predicted Peaks: Saxons Lode currently peaking at between 3.7-3.9m this morning 18/03/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm this evening, 18/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Mar 2024 16:04
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Diglis (Worcester) river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected from 9pm today, 17/03/2024. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and Roads adjacent the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Install property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 2.6m to 3.0m on 18/03, Worcester 3.0m to 3.5m on 18/03, Diglis 3.0 to 3.5m on 18/03, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.0m to 5.5m on 18/03, Saxons Lode 3.5 to 4.0m on 18/03.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 9am on 18/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Feb 2024 07:54
River Severn
River levels are falling but remain high along the River Severn due to heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate closed at Upton upon Severn due to flooding and may be impassable.
Peaks:-
Bewdley, peaked at 3.55m Sunday morning 25/02/2024;
Worcester peaked at 4.86m Friday night 23/02/24;
Diglis, peaked at 4.56m Friday night 23/02/24;
Kempsey Yacht Club, peaked at 6.73m Friday night 23/02/24;
Saxons Lode, peaked at 5.04m Friday night 23/02/24;
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 10am Wednesday, 28/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2024 07:46
River Severn
River levels are falling but remain high along the River Severn due to heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate closed at Upton upon Severn due to flooding and may be impassable.
Peaks:-
Bewdley, peaked at 3.55m Sunday morning 25/02/2024;
Worcester peaked at 4.86m Friday night 23/02/24;
Diglis, peaked at 4.56m Friday night 23/02/24;
Kempsey Yacht Club, peaked at 6.73m Friday night 23/02/24;
Saxons Lode, peaked at 5.04m Friday night 23/02/24;
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 10am Tuesday, 27/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2024 08:47
River Severn
River levels remain high along the River Severn due to heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate closed at Upton upon Severn due to flooding and may be impassable.
Peaks:-
Bewdley, peaked at 3.55m Sunday morning 25/02/2024;
Worcester peaked at 4.86m Friday night 23/02/24;
Diglis, peaked at 4.56m Friday night 23/02/24;
Kempsey Yacht Club, peaked at 6.73m Friday night 23/02/24;
Saxons Lode, peaked at 5.04m Friday night 23/02/24;
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 10am on Monday, 26/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2024 16:19
River Severn
River levels remain high along the River Severn due to heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate closed at Upton upon Severn due to flooding and may be impassable.
Peaks:-
Worcester peaked at 4.86m Friday 23/02/24;
Diglis, peaked at 4.56m Friday 23/02/24;
Kempsey Yacht Club, peaked at 6.73m Friday 23/02/24;
Saxons Lode, peaked at 5.04m Friday 23/02/24;
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley, 3.5m to 3.7m on Sunday 25/02/2024.
Further rainfall is possible over the next 48 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 10am on Sunday, 25/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2024 09:38
River Severn
River levels have risen along the River Severn due to heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate closed at Upton upon Severn due to flooding and may be impassable.
Peaks:-
Worcester peaked at 4.86 Friday night 23/02/24;
Diglis, peaked at 4.56 Friday night 23/02/24;
Kempsey Yacht Club, peaked at 6.73 Friday night 23/02/24;
Saxons Lode, peaked at 5.04 Friday night 23/02/24;
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley, 3.5m to 3.7m on Sunday 25/02/2024.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 48 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Saturday, 24/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 16:38
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge due to heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate closed at Upton upon Severn due to flooding and may be impassable.
Predicted peaks:-
River levels are forecast to peak this afternoon onwards, Friday 23/02/24, at the following levels:-
Bewdley 3.4m to 3.6m;
Worcester 4.7m to 4.9m;
Diglis 4.45m to 4.6m;
Kempsey Yacht Club 6.7m to 6.9m;
Saxons Lode 4.9m to 5.1m.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 48 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 10am Saturday, 24/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 11:51
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge due to heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate closed at Upton upon Severn due to flooding and may be impassable.
Predicted peaks:-
River levels are forecast to peak this afternoon onwards, Friday 23/02/24, at the following levels:-
Bewdley 3.4m to 3.6m;
Worcester 4.7m to 4.9m;
Diglis 4.4m to 4.6m;
Kempsey Yacht Club 6.6m to 6.8m;
Saxons Lode 4.9m to 5.1m.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 48 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated 6pm Friday, 23/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 08:58
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge due to heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate closed at Upton upon Severn due to flooding and may be impassable.
Predicted peaks:-
River levels are forecast to peak this afternoon onwards, Friday 23/02/24, at the following levels:-
Bewdley 3.2m to 3.6m;
Worcester 4.6m to 4.8m;
Diglis 4.2m to 4.4m;
Kempsey Yacht Club 6.4m to 6.7m;
Saxons Lode 4.8m to 5.1m.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 48 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated 6pm Friday, 23/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 18:17
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge due to heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate closed at Upton upon Severn due to flooding and may be impassable.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.1m to 3.5m Sunday 25/02/24. Worcester 4.5m to 5m Monday 26/02/24. Diglis 3.8m to 4.2m Monday 26/02/24, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.1m to 6.5m on Sunday 25/02/24. Saxons Lode 4.9m to 5.1m on Friday afternoon 23/02/24.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 48 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with local authorities.
This message will be updated 10am Friday, 23/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 16:16
River Severn
River levels along the River Severn remain high as a result of recent rainfall and the risk of flooding remains.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 48 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am Friday, 23/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 05:40
River Severn
River levels along the River Severn remain high as a result of recent rainfall and the risk of flooding remains.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Further rainfall is forecast, and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6pm Thursday, 22/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2024 07:57
River Severn
River levels along the River Severn remain high as a result of recent rainfall and the risk of flooding remains.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Further rainfall is forecast, and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which may be flooded.
Flood warnings and alerts will be issued in advance based on the latest forecasts. Updates will be issued at least every twenty-four hours.
This message will be updated by 8am Thursday, 22/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2024 07:50
River Severn
Levels along the River Severn remain high as a result of recent rainfall and the risk of flooding remains.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Further rainfall is forecast, and we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which may be flooded.
Flood warnings and alerts will be issued in advance based on the latest forecasts. Updates will be issued at least every twenty-four hours.
This message will be updated on Wednesday 21/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2024 08:57
River Severn
Levels along the River Severn are rising as a result of recent rainfall and the risk of flooding remains.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
No significant rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours, but we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which may be flooded.
Flood warnings and alerts will be issued in advance based on the latest forecasts. Updates will be issued at least every twenty four hours.
This message will be updated on Tuesday 20/02/2024.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 08:09
River Severn
Levels along the River Severn have fallen but are due to rise again as a result of recent rainfall and the risk of flooding remains.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours, which may cause the river levels to rise again. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which may be flooded.
Flood warning and alerts will be issued in advance based on the latest forecasts. Updates will be issued at least every twenty-four hours.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2024 07:31
River Severn
Levels along the River Severn have fallen but remain high as a result of recent rainfall and the risk of flooding remains.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Levels have now peaked and are now falling.
Some further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which may be flooded.
Flood warning and alerts will be issued in advance based on the latest forecasts. Updates will be issued at least every twenty-four hours
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2024 08:07
River Severn
Levels along the River Severn have fallen but remain high as a result of recent rainfall and the risk of flooding remains.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Peak levels: Saxons Lode 4.3-4.8m Friday overnight 16/02/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.7-6.2m Friday evening, 16/02/24.
Some further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which may be flooded.
Flood warning and alerts will be issued in advance based on the latest forecasts for the next twenty four hours from that forecast. Updates will be issued at least every twenty four hours.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2024 08:01
River Severn
Levels along the River Severn have fallen but remain high as a result of recent rainfall and the risk of flooding remains.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
River levels at Saxons Lode, Worcester, Diglis, and Kempsey Yacht Club river gauges peaked on Saturday, 10/02/2024. Bewdley peaked at 3.56m on Sunday evening, 11/02/24.
Some further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours, we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am on Friday 16/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2024 08:02
River Severn
Levels along the River Severn have fallen but remain high as a result of recent rainfall and the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
River levels at Saxons Lode, Worcester, Diglis, and Kempsey Yacht Club river gauges peaked on Saturday, 10/02/2024. Bewdley peaked at 3.56m on Sunday evening, 11/02/24.
Some further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours, we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am on Thursday 15/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2024 08:26
River Severn
Levels along the River Severn have fallen but remain high as a result of recent rainfall and the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
River levels at Saxons Lode, Worcester, Diglis, and Kempsey Yacht Club river gauges peaked on Saturday, 10/02/2024. Bewdley peaked at 3.56m on Sunday evening, 11/02/24.
Some further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours, we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am on Wednesday 14/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2024 07:56
River Severn
Levels along the River Severn have fallen but remain high as a result of recent rainfall and the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
River levels at Saxons Lode, Worcester, Diglis, and Kempsey Yacht Club river gauges peaked on Saturday, 10/02/2024. Bewdley peaked at 3.56m on Sunday evening, 11/02/24.
No further significant rain is currently forecast over the next few days, but we expect river levels to remain high. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am on Tuesday 13/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 14:54
River Severn
Levels along the River Severn have fallen but remain high as a result of recent rainfall and the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley; 3.5m to 3.6m overnight tonight Sunday, into Monday morning, 12/02/24.
River levels at Saxons Lode, Worcester, Diglis; and Kempsey Yacht Club river gauges peaked on Saturday 10/02/2024
No further significant rain is currently forecast over the next few days but we expect river levels to remain high. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am on Monday 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 08:14
River Severn
Levels along the River Severn remain high as a result of recent rainfall and the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley; 3.5m to 3.7m overnight tonight into Monday morning, 12/02/24.
River levels at Saxons Lode, Worcester; Diglis; and Kempsey Yacht Club river gauges have now peaked but still remain above flood risk threshold.
No further significant rain is currently forecast over the next few days but we expect river levels to remain high. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm today, Sunday 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 15:26
River Severn
Levels along the River Severn remain high as a result of recent rainfall and the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley; 3.4m to 3.6m Sunday evening, 11/02/24. River levels at Saxons Lode, Worcester; Diglis; and Kempsey Yacht Club river gauges are peaking now Saturday pm 10/02/24.
No further significant rain is currently forecast over the next few days but we expect river levels to remain high and we are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow, Sunday 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 08:12
River Severn
Levels along the River Severn remain high as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn and may be impassable. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:
Saxons Lode; 5.1m and 5.2m this afternoon, Saturday 10/02.
Bewdley; 3.3m to 3.6m Sunday afternoon, 11/02.
River levels at the Worcester; Diglis; and Kempsey Yacht Club river gauges are peaking now with no further rise forecast over the coming days.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00pm today, Saturday 10/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 15:35
River Severn
Levels are rising along the River Severn as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn and may be impassable. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley, 3.5m to 4.0m on Sunday afternoon, 11/02/24; Worcester, 4.6m to 4.9m on Sunday evening, 11/02/24; Diglis, 4.3m to 4.6m on Sunday evening, 11/02/24; Kempsey Yacht Club, 6.4m to 6.7m on Saturday evening, 10/02/24; Saxons Lode, 4.7m to 5.2m on Sunday morning, 11/02/24.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 9:00am tomorrow, Saturday 10/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 09:10
River Severn
Levels are rising along the River Severn as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn and may be impassable. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley, 3.5m to 4.0m on 11/02; Worcester, 4.4m to 4.9m on 11/02; Diglis, 4.2m to 4.6m on 11/02; Kempsey Yacht Club, 6.2m to 6.7m on 10/02; Saxons Lode, 4.7m to 5.2m on 11/02.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00pm today, 09/02/2024, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 17:07
River Severn
Levels are rising along the River Severn as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate is now closed at Upton upon Severn and may be impassable. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley, 3.5m to 4.0m on 12/02; Worcester, 4.2m to 4.7m on 10/02; Diglis, 3.9m to 4.4m on 10/02; Kempsey Yacht Club, 5.8m to 6.3m on 10/02; Saxons Lode, 4.3m to 4.8m on 10/02.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00am tomorrow, 09/02/2024, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 14:03
River Severn
Levels are rising along the River Severn as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the flooding of roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, B4195 Stourport Road. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate is due to be closed at Upton upon Severn and may be impassable. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley, 3.5m to 4m on 12/02; Worcester, 4.1m to 4.6m on 10/02; Diglis, 3.7m to 4.2m on 10/02; Kempsey Yacht Club, 5.5m to 6.1m on 11/02; Saxons Lode, 3.9m to 4.5m on 11/02.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00pm today, 08/02/2024, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Jan 2024 15:29
River Severn
River levels are falling but remain high as a result of recent heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.
Peaks:-
Bewdley peaked at 5.17m on Friday morning, 05/01/2024.
Worcester peaked at 5.6m on Friday morning, 05/01/2024.
Diglis peaked at 5.13m on Wednesday evening, 03/01/2024.
Saxons Lode peaked at 5.48m on Thursday afternoon, 04/01/2024.
Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7.26m on Wednesday evening, 03/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm tomorrow, Thursday 11/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Jan 2024 16:31
River Severn
River levels are falling but remain high as a result of recent heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Peaks:- Bewdley peaked at 5.17m on Friday morning, 05/01/2024; Diglis peaked at 5.13m on Wednesday evening, 03/01/2024; Saxons Lode peaked at 5.48m on Thursday afternoon, 04/01/2024.
Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7.26m on Wednesday evening, 03/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm tomorrow, Wednesday 10/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2024 14:42
River Severn
River levels are falling but remain high as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Peaks:-
Bewdley peaked at 5.17m on Friday morning, 05/01/2024.
Worcester peaked at 5.6m on Friday morning, 05/01/2024.
Diglis peaked at 5.13m on Wednesday evening, 03/01/2024.
Saxons Lode peaked at 5.48m on Thursday afternoon, 04/01/2024.
Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7.26m on Wednesday evening, 03/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm tomorrow, Tuesday 09/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2024 15:02
River Severn
River levels are falling but remain high as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Peaks:-
Bewdley peaked 5.17m on Friday morning, 05/01/2024.
Worcester peaked at 5.6m on Friday morning, 05/01/2024.
Diglis peaked at 5.13m on Wednesday evening, 03/01/2024.
Saxons Loade peaked at 5.48m on Thursday afternoon, 04/01/2024.
Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7.26m on Thursday morning, 04/01/2024
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm tomorrow, 08/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 14:57
River Severn
River levels remain high on the River Severn as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Peaks:- Bewdley peaked 5.17m on Friday morning, 05/01/2024; Worcester peaked at 5.6m on Friday morning, 05/01/2024; Diglis peaked at 5.13m on Wednesday evening, 03/01/2024; Saxons Loade peaked at 5.48m on Thursday afternoon, 04/01/2024; Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7.26m on Thursday morning, 04/01/2024
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 07:43
River Severn
River levels remain high on the River Severn as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Peaks:-
Bewdley peaked 5.17m on Friday morning, 05/01/2024.
Worcester peaked at 5.6m on Friday morning, 05/01/2024.
Diglis peaked at 5.13m on Wednesday evening, 03/01/24.
Saxons Loade peaked at 5.48m on Thursday afternoon, 04/01/2024.
Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7.26m on Thursday morning, 04/01/2024
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm today, 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 17:18
River Severn
River levels remain high on the River Severn as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Peaks:-
Bewdley peaked at 4.8m on Tuesday evening, 02/01/24. A second predicted peak of 5.1m to 5.2m is expected on Friday afternoon, 05/01/24, as a result of additional rainfall within the catchment.
Diglis peaked at 5.13m on Wednesday evening, 03/01/24.
Saxons Loade peaked at 5.48m on Thursday afternoon, 04/01/2024.
Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7.26m on Thursday morning, 04/01/2024
Predicted Peaks:-
Worcester, 5.5m to 5.6m this afternoon, Friday 05/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am Saturday, 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 09:13
River Severn
River levels remain high on the River Severn as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Peaks:-
Bewdley peaked at 4.8m on Tuesday evening, 02/01/24. A second predicted peak of 5.1m to 5.2m is expected on Friday afternoon, 05/01/24, as a result of additional rainfall within the catchment.
Diglis peaked at 5.13m on Wednesday evening, 03/01/24.
Saxons Lode peaked at 5.5m on Thursday afternoon, 04/01/2024.
Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7.26m on Thursday morning, 04/01/2024
Predicted Peaks:-
Worcester, 5.5m to 5.6m this morning, Friday 05/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm today, 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 15:38
River Severn
River levels remain high on the River Severn as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Peak:- Bewdley peaked at 4.8m on Tuesday evening, 02/01/24. A second predicted peak of 5.0m to 5.2m is expected on Friday afternoon, 05/01/24, as a result of additional rainfall within the catchment.
Diglis, peaked at 5.13m Wednesday evening, 03/01/24.
Predicted Peaks:-
Worcester, 5.5m to 5.6m this afternoon, Wednesday 03/01/24.
Kempsey Yacht Club, peaked at 7.26m yesterday evening, Wednesday 03/01/2024.
Saxons Lode, is currently peaking at 5.5m, Thursday 04/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow, 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 08:24
River Severn
River levels remain high on the River Severn as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Bewdley peaked at 4.8m on Tuesday PM, 02/01/24. A second predicted peak of 4.8m to 5.1m is expected Friday PM, 05/01/24.
Worcester peaked at 5.55m on Wednesday 03/01/24. A second predicted peak of 5.5m to 5.7m is expected on Friday AM, 05/01/24, as a result of additional rainfall within the catchment.
Diglis peaked at 5.13m Wednesday evening 03/01/24.
Kempsey Yacht club peaked at 7.26m Wednesday PM 03/01/24
Predicted Peaks:- Saxons Lode, 5.4m to 5.5m this morning, Thursday 04/01/24.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm today, Thursday 04/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 16:16
River Severn
River levels remain high on the River Severn as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Peak:- Bewdley peaked at 4.8m yesterday evening, Tuesday 02/01/2024.
Predicted Peaks:-
Bewdley, 4.7m to 5.1m on Friday morning, 05/01/2024.
Worcester, 5.5m to 5.7m Thursday morning, 03/01/24.
Diglis, 5.1m to 5.3m Thursday morning, 04/01/24.
Kempsey Yacht Club, 7.2m to 7.3m Thursday morning, 04/01/24.
Saxons Lode, 5.4m to 5.6m Thursday morning, 04/01/24.
We expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow, Thursday 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 08:28
River Severn
River levels remain high on the River Severn as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Peak:- Bewdley peaked at 4.8m yesterday evening, Tuesday 02/01/24. Additional rainfall however is forecast over the next 48 hours which will likely lead to further river level rises, and a predicted peak of 4.7m to 5.1m on Friday AM, 05/01/24.
Predicted Peaks:-
Worcester, 5.5m to 5.7m Wednesday PM, 03/01/24.
Diglis, 5.1m to 5.3m Thursday AM, 04/01/24.
Kempsey Yacht Club, 7.2m to 7.3m Thursday AM, 04/01/24.
Saxons Lode, 5.4m to 5.6m Thursday AM, 04/01/24.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm today, 03/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 19:35
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. . We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley gauge 4.7m to 4.9m this evening 02/01/24. Rainfall forecast over the next 48 hours will lead to further river level rises and a predicted peak of 4.7m to 5.1m Friday morning 05/01/24
Worcester 5.3m to 5.5m Wednesday afternoon, 03/01/2024.
Diglis 4.9m to 5.1m Wednesday afternoon, 03/01/2024,
Kempsey Yacht Club 7.0m to 7.3m Thursday morning 04/01/2024.
Saxons Lode 5.4m to 5.6m Thursday morning 04/01/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow, 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 16:42
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. . We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley gauge 4.7m to 4.9m this evening 02/01/24. Rainfall forecast over the next 48 hours will lead to further river level rises and a predicted peak of 4.7m to 5.1m Friday morning 05/01/24
Worcester 5.3m to 5.5m Wednesday afternoon, 03/01/2024.
Diglis 4.9m to 5.1m Wednesday afternoon, 03/01/2024,
Kempsey Yacht Club 7.0m to 7.2m Wednesday 03/01/2024.
Saxons Lode 5.3m to 5.5m Thursday morning 04/01/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow, 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 06:12
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads, and farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.3m to 4.7m on Wednesday morning 03/01/2024, Worcester 5.1m to 5.5m on Wednesday afternoon, 03/01/2024. Diglis 4.7m to 5.1m on Wednesday afternoon, 03/01/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.8m to 7.2m Wednesday 03/01/2024 overnight into Thursday. Saxons Lode 5.1m to 5.4m Thursday morning 04/01/2024. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 5pm today, 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 19:15
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall.
Consequently, flooding of property, roads, and farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury.
Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 4.1m to 4.3m on Tuesday afternoon 02/01/2024,
Worcester 5.0m to 5.3m on Thursday afternoon, 04/01/2024.
Diglis 4.6m to 4.9m on Thursday afternoon, 04/01/2024.
Kempsey Yacht Club 6.9m to 7.2 m on Thursday, 04/01/2024.
Saxons Lode 5.0 m to 5.2 Monday afternoon 01/01/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow, 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 16:54
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall.
Consequently, flooding of property, roads, and farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury.
Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 4.1m to 4.3m Tuesday afternoon 02/01/2024,
Worcester 5m on Monday afternoon 01/01/2023,
Diglis 4.7m on Monday afternoon 01/01/2024,
Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 6.8m on Monday morning 01/01/2024,
Saxons Lode 5.1 m to 5.2 Monday afternoon 01/01/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow, 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 08:15
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall.
Consequently, flooding of property, roads, and farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.0m to 4.3m Tuesday afternoon 02/01/2024, Worcester 5.0m Monday morning 01/01/2024, Diglis 4.7m on Monday morning 01/01/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.8m to 6.9m on Monday morning 01/01/2024, Saxons Lode 5.0m to 5.2m on Monday afternoon 01/01/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 18:00 on 01/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 16:18
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall.
Consequently, flooding of property, roads, and farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.1m to 4.3m Sunday afternoon 31/12/23, Worcester 4.8m to 5.0m on Monday morning 01/01/2024, Diglis 4.4m to 4.6m on Monday morning 01/01/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.5m to 6.8m on Monday morning 01/01/2024, Saxons Lode 5.0m to 5.3m on Monday morning 01/01/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on 01/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 08:21
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall.
Consequently, flooding of property, roads, and farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.1m to 4.3m Sunday afternoon 31/12/23, Worcester 4.8m to 5.0m on Monday morning 01/01/2024, Diglis 4.4m to 4.6m on Monday morning 01/01/2024, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.5m to 6.8m on Monday morning 01/01/2024, Saxons Lode 5.0m to 5.3m on Monday morning 01/01/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 18:00 on 31/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2023 17:10
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall.
Consequently, flooding of property, roads, and farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.1m to 4.5m Sunday afternoon 31/12/23, Worcester 4.5m to 5.0m on Sunday afternoon 31/12/23, Diglis 4.4m to 4.7m on Sunday afternoon 31/12/23, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.5m to 6.8m on Sunday evening 31/12/23, Saxons Lode 4.8m to 5.3m Sunday overnight 31/12/23.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on 31/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2023 08:13
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.1m to 4.5m Sunday afternoon 31/12/23, Worcester 4.5m to 5.0m on Sunday afternoon 31/12/23, Diglis 4.4m to 4.7m on Sunday afternoon 31/12/23, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.5m to 6.8m on Sunday evening 31/12/23, Saxons Lode 4.8m to 5.3m Monday morning 01/01/24. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 6 pm on 30/12/23, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2023 16:55
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.1m to 4.5m Sunday overnight 31/12/23, Worcester 4.5m to 5.0m on Sunday afternoon 31/12/23, Diglis 4.4m to 4.7m on Sunday afternoon 31/12/23, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.5m to 6.8m on Sunday evening 31/12/23, Saxons Lode 4.8m to 5.3m Monday overnight 01/01/24. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 on 30/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2023 09:50
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.1m to 4.5m on Sunday overnight, Worcester 4.5m to 5.0m on Sunday afternoon 31/12/23, Diglis 4.4m to 4.7m on Sunday afternoon 31/12/23, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.5m to 6.8m on Sunday evening 31/12/23, Saxons Lode 4.8m to 5.3m Monday overnight. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 6pm on 29/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 17:47
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected today 28/12/23. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4m to 4.3m on Saturday 30/12/23, Worcester 4.3m to 4.7m on Sunday 31/12/23, Diglis 4m to 4.3m on Sunday 31/12/23, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.9m to 6.2m on Friday 29/12/23, Saxons Lode 4.3m to 4.5m on on Friday 29/12/23.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days and we expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on 29/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 08:43
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property roads and farmland is expected today, 28/12/23. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, Riverside Path Stourport and B4194 at Ribsford. . Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.0m to 4.3m on Saturday 30/12 Worcester 4.2m to 4.5m on Friday overnight, Diglis 3.8m to 4.1m on Thursday overnight, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.8m to 6.0m on Friday afternoon 29/12, Saxons Lode 4.3m to 4.5m on Friday overnight
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 6pm on 28/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 17:08
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads & farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect Low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 5 days. We are closely monitoring the situation and liaising with emergency services.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers & avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by10 am on 28/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 08:49
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads & farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect Low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.
Further rainfall is forecast today and over the next 5 days. We are closely monitoring the situation and liaising with emergency services.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers & avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 6pm on 27/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2023 16:30
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads & farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect Low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation and liaising with emergency services.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers & avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10am on 27/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2023 16:42
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Diglis (Worcester) as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads & farmland is possible on Wednesday, 20/12/23. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and Roads adjacent the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Install property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Worcester 2.4m - 2.9m, Diglis 2.5m - 3.0m, Kempsey Yacht Club 4.5m - 5.0m all Wednesday 20/12/23, Saxons Lode 3.5m - 3.9m on Wednesday afternoon 20/12/23. No flooding is expected at other gauges. We expect river levels to rise Tuesday 19/12/23 into Wednesday. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses & plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10am on 20/12/23, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2023 10:11
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Diglis (Worcester) as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads & farmland is possible between 5pm and 8pm Tuesday, 19/12/23. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and Roads adjacent the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Install property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Worcester 3.1m - 3.5m, Diglis 2.7m - 3.1m, Kempsey Yacht Club 4.9m - 5.3m all Wednesday 20/12/23, Saxons Lode 3.7m - 4.2m on Wednesday afternoon 20/12/23.
No flooding is expected at other gauges.
We expect river levels to rise later this morning Tuesday 19/12/23.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses & plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6pm on 19/12/23, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 17 Dec 2023 08:20
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at the Worcester river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required.
Peaks:- Bewdley peaked at 3.35m on 15/12/2023, Worcester peaked at 4.38m on 14/12/2023 and Diglis, peaked at 4.15m on 14/12/2023, Kempsey Yacht Club, peaked at 6.2m on 14/12/2023, and Saxons Lode, peaked at 4.73m on 14/12/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on 18/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Dec 2023 08:19
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required.
Peaks:- Bewdley peaked at 3.35m on 15/12, Worcester peaked at 4.38m on 14/12 and Diglis, peaked at 4.15m on 14/12, Kempsey Yacht Club, peaked at 6.2m on 14/12, and Saxons Lode, peaked at 4.73m on 14/12.
Further light showers are forecast over the next few days. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on 17/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Dec 2023 07:54
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required. Peaks:- Bewdley, 3.3m to 3.4m this afternoon, Friday 15/12/23, Worcester peaked at 4.38m on 14/12 and Diglis, peaked at 4.15m on 14/12, Kempsey Yacht Club, peaked at 6.2m on 14/12, and Saxons Lode, peaked at 4.73m on 14/12. Further light showers are forecast over the next few days. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10am on 17/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2023 15:40
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required. Peaks:- Bewdley, 3.3m to 3.4m this afternoon, Friday 15/12/23, Worcester peaked at 1.38m on 14/12 and Diglis, peaked at 4.15m on 14/12, Kempsey Yacht Club, peaked at 6.2m on 14/12, and Saxons Lode, peaked at 4.73m on 14/12. Further light showers are forecast over the next few days. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10am on 16/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2023 08:47
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley, 3.4m to 3.5m this afternoon, Friday 15/12/23,
Worcester, 4.2m to 4.5m, and Diglis, 4.0m to 4.2m, overnight into Saturday morning, 16/12/23,
Kempsey Yacht Club, 6.2m to 6.4m, and Saxons Lode, 4.7m to 4.9m, on Saturday morning, 16/12/23.
Further light showers are forecast over the next few days. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10am on 16/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2023 08:02
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley, 3.6m to 3.8m Friday morning, 15/12/23,
Worcester, 4.5m to 4.8m, and Diglis, 4.0m to 4.2m, on Friday afternoon, 15/12/23,
Kempsey Yacht Club 6.2m to 6.4m on Saturday morning, 16/12/23,
Saxons Lode 4.7m to 4.9m on Saturday evening, 16/12/23.
Further light showers are forecast over the next few days. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10am on 15/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2023 07:54
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.5m to 3.8m Friday morning, 15/12/2023, Worcester 4.2m to 4.5m on Friday afternoon, 15/12/2023, Diglis 4.0m to 4.2m on Friday afternoon, 15/12/2023, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.0m to 6.3m on Friday afternoon 15/12/2023, Saxons Lode 4.7m to 4.9m on Friday overnight 15/12/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on 14/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 09:42
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.2m to 3.6m Wednesday evening, 13/12/2023, Worcester 4.3m to 4.6m on Wednesday afternoon, 13/12/2023, Diglis 4.0m to 4.2m on Wednesday afternoon, 13/12/2023, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.0m to 6.2m on Wednesday afternoon 13/12/2023, Saxons Lode 4.7m to 4.9m on Wednesday evening 13/12/23.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on 13/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 08:20
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.2m to 3.6m Wednesday evening, 13/12/2023, Worcester 4.3m to 4.6m on Wednesday afternoon, 13/12/2023, Diglis 4.0m to 4.3m on Wednesday afternoon, 13/12/2023, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.0m to 6.2m on Wednesday afternoon 13/12/2023, Saxons Lode 4.7m to 4.9m on Wednesday evening 13/12/23.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on 12/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 09:35
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.2m to 3.8m Tuesday afternoon, 12/12/2023, Worcester 4.3m to 4.8m on Wednesday afternoon, 13/12/2023, Diglis 4.1m to 4.4m on Wednesday afternoon 13/12/2023, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.1m to 6.4m on Wednesday afternoon 13/12/2023, Saxons Lode 4.7m to 5.0m on Wednesday afternoon.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 17:37
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install Property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 2.75m to 3.1m Monday overnight, 11/12/2023, Worcester 3.4m to 3.8m on Tuesday morning, 12/12/2023, Diglis 3.2m to 3.6m on Tuesday 12/12/2023, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.4m to 5.8m on Sunday morning 10/12/2023, Saxons Lode 4.3m to 4.7m on Tuesday.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 08:41
River Severn
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Saxons Lode river gauge following recent rainfall. Flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Saxons Lode peaked at 4.56m, 06/12/23. Bewdley peaked at 2.79m on 05/12/23, Worcester peaked at 4.00m, Diglis at 3.78m and Kempsey Yacht Club at 5.89m on 06/12/23. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to fall and then rise again as a result of this rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10am on 10/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 08:34
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge following recent rainfall. Flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:- Saxons Lode peaked at 4.56m, 06/12/23. Bewdley peaked at 2.79m on 05/12/23, Worcester peaked at 4.00m, Diglis at 3.78m and Kempsey Yacht Club at 5.89m on 06/12/23. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to fall and then rise again as a result of this rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10am on 09/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 09:06
River Severn
River levels remain high but falling slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge following recent rainfall. Flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:- Saxons Lode peaked at 4.56m, 06/12/23. Bewdley peaked at 2.79m on 05/12/23, Worcester peaked at 4.00m, Diglis at 3.78m and Kempsey Yacht Club at 5.89m on 06/12/23. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to fall and then rise again as a result of this rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10am on 08/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2023 08:31
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge following recent rainfall. Flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:- Saxons Lode 4.5 to 4.6m this morning, 06/12/23. Bewdley peaked at 2.79m on 05/12/23, Worcester peaked at 4.00m, Diglis at 3.78m and Kempsey Yacht Club at 5.89m, all this morning, 06/12/23.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to fall and then rise again as a result of this rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on 07/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 17:23
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Diglis (Worcester) river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads & farmland is possible today. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks for overnight and into Wednesday morning 06/12/23:- Bewdley 2.7 to 2.8m, Worcester 3.8 to 4.0m, Diglis 3.7 to 3.9m, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.8 to 5.9m, Saxons Lode 4.3 to 4.4m.
Light rain showers are forecast over the next 24 hours with further heavy rain Wednesday overnight into Thursday. We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday 07/12/23.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers & avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10am on 06/12/23 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 07:37
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Diglis (Worcester) river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads & farmland is possible today.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks for Wednesday morning 06/12/23:- Bewdley 2.5 to 2.7m, Worcester 3.6 to 3.9m, Diglis 3.4 to 3.6m, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.5 to 5.7m, Saxons Lode 4.2 to 4.4m.
Light rain showers are forecast over the next 24 hours with further heavy rain Wednesday overnight into Thursday. We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday 07/12/23. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers & avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10am on 06/12/23 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 19:30
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Diglis (Worcester) river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads & farmland is possible overnight tonight 04/12/23. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks for Wednesday morning 06/12/23:- Bewdley 2.4 to 2.7m, Worcester 3.8 to 4.2m, Diglis 3.5 to 3.8m, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.6 to 5.8m, Saxons Lode 4.1 to 4.4m.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours with further heavy rain Wednesday overnight into Thursday. We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday 07/12/23.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers & avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10am on 05/12/23 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2023 07:56
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible today and Friday 17/11/23. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required, Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3m to 3.5m on Friday morning 17/11/23, Worcester 3.5m to 3.9m on Friday morning 17/11/23, Diglis 2.8m to 3.2m on Friday morning 17/11/23, Kempsey Yacht Club 4.9m to 5.4m on Friday evening 17/11/23, Saxons Lode 3.7m to 4.2m on Friday evening 17/11/23.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 18/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2023 08:53
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible today and Friday 17/11/23. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Install property level protection if required, Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3m to 3.5m on Thursday evening 16/11/23, Worcester 3.5m to 3.9m on Thursday evening 16/11/23, Diglis 2.8m to 3.2m on Friday morning 17/11/23, Kempsey Yacht Club 4.9m to 5.4m on Friday morning 17/11/23, Saxons Lode 3.7m to 4.2m on Friday afternoon 17/11/23.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 17/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2023 08:54
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Diglis (Worcester) river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads & farmland is possible today, 15/11/23. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & the Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Install property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.0m to 3.5m on 16/11/23, Worcester 3.5m to 3.9m on 16/11/23, Diglis 2.8m to 3.2m on 17/11/23, Kempsey Yacht Club 4.9m to 5.4m on 17/11/23, Saxons Lode 3.7m to 4.2m on 17/11/23.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days with further peaks possible.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 9am on Thursday 16/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 16:45
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Diglis (Worcester) river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible tonight , 14/11/23. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and Roads adjacent the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Install property level protection if required. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.0m to 3.6m on 16/11, Worcester peaking now 14/11, Diglis peaking now14/11, Kempsey Yacht Club peaking now 14/11, Saxons Lode peaking now 14/11.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours with further peaks possible.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am on 15/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2023 23:43
River Severn
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 14:20
River Severn
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 Oct 2023 10:48
River Severn
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 1 Apr 2023 10:29
River Severn
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 15 Mar 2023 11:55
River Severn
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action
Flood Alert issued on 15 Mar 2023 08:30
River Severn
River levels are continuing to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue today, 15/03/23. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn. B4195 Stourport Road Dog Lane Bewdley and Riverside Path Stourport.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.7m to 4.1m on Thursday morning, 16/03/23, Worcester 4.3m to 4.8m on Thursday overnight, 16/03/23, Diglis 3.7m to 4.2m on Thursday overnight, 16/03/23, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.0m to 6.5m on Friday, 17/03/23, Saxons Lode 4.5m to 5.0m on Friday, 17/03/23.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next week, and river levels may continue to rise.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
From 5pm today, 15/03/2023, we will be temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2023 13:19
River Severn
River levels are continuing to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue today, 14/03/23. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn. B4195 Stourport Road Dog Lane Bewdley and Riverside Path Stourport.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.7m to 4.1m on Thursday morning, 16/03/23, Worcester 4.3m to 4.8m on Thursday evening, 16/03/23, Diglis 3.7m to 4.2m on Thursday evening, 16/03/23, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.0m to 6.5m on Friday, 17/03/23, Saxons Lode 4.5m to 5.0m on Friday, 17/03/23.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next week, and river levels may continue to rise.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10am on 15/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2023 08:13
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to occur today, 14/03/23. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn. B4195 Stourport Road Dog Lane Bewdley and Riverside Path Stourport.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.7m to 4.1m on Thursday morning, 16/03/23, Worcester 4.3m to 4.8m on Thursday evening, 16/03/23, Diglis 3.7m to 4.2m on Thursday evening, 16/03/23, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.0m to 6.5m on Friday, 17/03/23, Saxons Lode 4.5m to 5.0m on Friday, 17/03/23.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next week, and river levels may continue to rise.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 14:00 on 14/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2023 18:21
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to begin overnight tonight, 13/03/23. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn. B4195 Stourport Road Dog Lane Bewdley and Riverside Path Stourport.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.2m to 4.7m on Thursday, 16/03, Worcester 4.5m to 5m on Thursday, 16/03, Diglis 4.1m to 4.6m on Thursday, 16/03, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.2m to 6.7m on Friday, 17/03, Saxons Lode 4.5m to 5.0m on Friday, 17/03.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next week, and river levels may continue to rise.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 14/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2023 05:45
River Severn
Flooding is possible in this area. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels. We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Jan 2023 13:33
River Severn
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2023 10:12
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley, Worcester, Kempsey Yacht Club and Saxons Lode river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue for the next few days. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.4m to 3.7m on 10/01/23, Worcester 4.1m to 4.4m on 10/01/23, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.8m to 6.2m on 10/01/23, Saxons Lode 4.1m to 4.5m on 10/01/23.
Further unsettled weather is forecast for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan journeys to avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses and rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Jan 2023 16:12
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley, Worcester, Kempsey Yacht Club and Saxons Lode river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue for the next few days. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.4m to 3.6 m on 07/01/23, Worcester 4.0m to 4.3m on 08/01/23, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.5m to 6.0m on 08/01/23, Saxons Lode 3.9m to 4.4m on 01/09/23.
Further unsettled weather is forecast for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan journeys to avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses and rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2023 17:11
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Worcester (Barbourne) river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight Friday, 06/01/2023. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.3m to 3.8m on 07/01, Worcester 4.2m to 4.7m on 07/01, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.3m to 5.8m on 08/01, Saxons Lode 3.9m to 4.4m on 08/01.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2022 15:27
River Severn
River levels are high but beginning to fall at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Flooding may still be affecting low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground. Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 5.36m at 3am Saturday morning , 26/11/22. Diglis peaked at 3.22m Friday evening, 25/11/22. Worcester peaked at 3.52m Friday evening, 25/11/22, Saxons Lode peaked at 4.09m Saturday morning, 26/11/22 .River levels are falling but still pose a flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10am on 28/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2022 09:44
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:- Kempsey Yacht Club 5.0m to 5.3m overnight tonight into Monday morning, 28/11/22. Diglis 2.8m to 3.1m this evening, Sunday 27/11/22. Worcester 3.2m to 3.5m this evening, Sunday 27/11/22. Saxons Lode 3.8m to 4.0m overnight tonight into Monday morning, 28/11/22. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 5pm on 27/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2022 15:41
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:- Kempsey Yacht Club 5.3m to 5.6m overnight Sunday into Monday morning, 28/11/22. Diglis 3.2m to 3.5m Sunday evening 27/11/22. Worcester 3.5m to 3.8m Sunday evening 27/11/22. Saxons Lode 4.1m to 4.3m overnight Sunday into Monday morning, 28/11/22. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10am on 27/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2022 10:57
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:- Kempsey Yacht Club 5.3m to 5.6m overnight Sunday into Monday morning, 28/11/22. Diglis 3.2m to 3.5m overnight Sunday into Monday morning, 28/11/22. Worcester 3.5m to 3.8m overnight Sunday into Monday morning, 28/11/22. Saxons Lode 4.1m to 4.3m overnight Sunday into Monday morning, 28/11/22. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 5pm on 26/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2022 09:55
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:- Kempsey Yacht Club 5.3m to 5.6m overnight Sunday into Monday morning, 28/11/22. Diglis 3.2m to 3.5m overnight Sunday into Monday morning, 28/11/22. Worcester 3.5m to 3.8m overnight Sunday into Monday morning, 28/11/22. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 5pm on 26/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2022 15:29
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:- Kempsey Yacht Club 5.2m to 5.6m Monday morning, 28/11/22. Diglis 3.1m to 3.4m Monday morning, 28/11/22. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10am on Saturday 26/11/22 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2022 09:28
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:- Kempsey Yacht Club 5.2m to 5.6m overnight Sunday into Monday morning, 28/11/22. Diglis 3.1m to 3.4m Sunday evening, 27/11/22. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 5pm on Friday 25/11/22 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2022 15:42
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:- Kempsey Yacht Club 4.9m to 5.4m, Tuesday morning 29/11/22. Diglis 3m to 3.5m overnight Sunday into Monday 28/11/22.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on 25/11/22 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2022 09:31
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected today, 24/11/22. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:- Kempsey Yacht Club 4.8m to 5.1m tomorrow morning, Friday 25/11/22. River levels are predicted to peak at Diglis river gauge between 3m and 3.5m overnight Saturday into Sunday 27/11/22.
Further rainfall is forecast today. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 4pm on 24/11/22 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2022 17:31
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected tomorrow morning, 24/11/22. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:- Diglis 2.7m to 3m on Thursday morning 24/11/22, Kempsey Yacht Club 4.8m to 5.1m on Thursday morning 24/11/22.
Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow Thursday 24/11/22. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on 24/11/22 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2022 17:39
River Severn
River levels remain high though are slowly falling at the Saxons Lode and Kempsey Yacht Club river gauges. Further rain is forecast today and over the next few days that may result in river levels remaining high for several days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Flooding may still affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also affect Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am on Tuesday, 01/03/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Feb 2022 16:51
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly due to recent rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground.
As a result of recent heavy rainfall, we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Monday, 28/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2022 17:43
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly due to recent rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground.
As a result of recent heavy rainfall, we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6:00pm on Sunday, 27/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2022 16:54
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly due to recent rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground.
As a result of recent heavy rainfall, we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6:00pm on Saturday, 26/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2022 17:00
River Severn
River levels remain high of recent rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground.
As a result of recent heavy rainfall, we expect river levels to remain high this week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6:00pm on Friday, 25/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2022 17:41
River Severn
River levels continue to rise as a result of recent rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground.
As a result of recent heavy rainfall, we expect river levels to remain high this week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6:00pm on Thursday, 24/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 15:48
River Severn
River levels continue to rise as a result of recent rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground.
As a result of recent heavy rainfall, we expect river levels to remain high this week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6:00pm on Wednesday, 23/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 17:44
River Severn
River levels continue to rise as a result of recent rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground.
As a result of recent heavy rainfall, we expect river levels to remain high this week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6:00pm on Tuesday, 22/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 12:38
River Severn
River levels continue to rise as a result of recent rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground.
As a result of recent heavy rainfall, we expect river levels to remain high this week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 18:00 on Tuesday, 22/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 07:22
River Severn
River levels continue to rise as a result of recent rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley 5m to 5.4m; Worcester 5.2 to 5.6m and Diglis 4.7 to 5.1m on Wednesday 23/02/2022. Kempsey Yacht Club 6.7 to 7.2m and Saxons Lode 5.3 to 5.6m on Thursday, 24/02/2022.
As a result of recent heavy rainfall, we expect river levels to remain high this week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 18:00 on Monday, 21/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 01:58
River Severn
River levels continue to rise as a result of recent rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley 5m to 5.4m; Worcester 5.6 to 5.8m and Diglis 4.9 to 5.3m on Wednesday 23/02/2022. Kempsey Yacht Club 6.5 to 7.0m and Saxons Lode 5.3 to 5.6m on Thursday afternoon, 24/02/2022.
We expect river levels to remain high into next week. More rain is forecast over the next few days that will cause river levels to rise further.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 8:00am on Monday morning, 21/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 15:50
River Severn
River levels continue to rise as a result of recent rainfall. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley 4.9 to 5.3m; Worcester 5.0 to 5.5m and Diglis 4.6 to 5.0m on Wednesday 23/02/2022. Kempsey Yacht Club 6.7 to 7.2m and Saxons Lode 5.0 to 5.5m on Tuesday afternoon, 22/02/2022.
We expect river levels to remain high into next week. More rain is forecast over the next few days that will cause river levels to rise further.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 3:00am on Monday morning, 21/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 08:55
River Severn
River levels are rising due to recent rain. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley 4.9 to 5.3m; Worcester 5.0 to 5.5m and Diglis 4.6 to 5.0m on Wednesday 23/02/2022. Kempsey Yacht Club 6.7 to 7.2m and Saxons Lode 5.0 to 5.5m on Thursday, 24/02/2022.
We expect river levels to remain high into next week. More rain is forecast over the next few days that will cause river levels to rise further.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Sunday, 20/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 16:49
River Severn
River levels are rising due to recent rain. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley 3.6 to 4m, Sunday evening 20/02/2022; Worcester 4.2 to 4.7m and Diglis 3.8 to 4.3m overnight Sunday, 20/02/22. Kempsey Yacht Club 5.9 to 6.4m and Saxons Lode 4.3 to 4.7m on Tuesday, 22/02/2022.
More rain is forecast over the next few days that may cause river levels to rise further.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on Sunday, 20/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 09:23
River Severn
River levels are rising due to recent rain. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley 3.6 to 3.9m; Worcester 4.0 to 4.5m and Diglis 3.8 to 4.2m on Sunday, 20/02/22. Kempsey Yacht Club 5.8 to 6.2m and Saxons Lode 4.1 to 4.5m on Monday.
More rain is forecast over the next few days that may cause river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Saturday, 19/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 17:03
River Severn
River levels are rising due to recent rain. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley 3.6 to 3.8m; Worcester 4.0 to 4.5m; Diglis 3.8 to 4.3m; Kempsey Yacht Club 6.0 to 6.5m; Saxons Lode 4.0 to 4.5m all on Sunday,20/02/22.
More rain is forecast over the next few days that may cause river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on Saturday, 19/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 09:21
River Severn
River levels are rising due to recent rain. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground. Predicted peaks: Bewdley 3.1 to 3.5m Friday, 18/02/22; Worcester 3.3 to 3.6m overnight Thursday 17/02/22; Diglis 2.8 to 3.2m overnight Thursday 17/02/22; Kempsey Yacht Club 5.8 to 6.4m Sunday,20/02/22; Saxons Lode 4.0 to 4.3m Saturday, 19/02/22.
More rain is forecast over the next few days that may cause river levels to rise further.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on Friday 18/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2022 17:52
River Severn
River levels are rising due to recent rain. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground. Predicted peaks: Bewdley 3.1 to 3.5m Friday, 18/02; Worcester 3.3 to 3.6m overnight Thursday; Diglis 2.8 to 3.2m overnight Thursday; Kempsey Yacht Club 6.0 to 6.4m Sunday,20/02; Saxons Lode 4.3 to 4.7m Sunday, 20/02.
More rain is forecast over the next few days that may cause river levels to rise further.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10:00am on Friday 18/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2022 15:12
River Severn
River levels are rising due to recent rain. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to start this afternoon 17/02/22.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground. Predicted peak for the Diglis gauge is 2.8 to 3.2m overnight on 17/02.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 72 hours. River levels have started rising today, 17/02/22 and we expect this to continue until Sunday 20/02/22.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 18/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2021 08:51
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 30/12/2021. Flooding may affect low lying land and Roads adjacent the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street Gate is currently still closed at Upton upon Severn due to flooding and may be impassable. Saxons Lode has peaked and is falling. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9am on 31/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2021 08:38
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 29/12/2021. Flooding may affect low lying land and Roads adjacent the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street Gate is currently still closed at Upton upon Severn due to flooding and may be impassable. Saxons Lode has peaked and is falling.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am on 30/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2021 08:09
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Diglis (Worcester), Kempsey Yacht Club and Saxons Lode river gauges as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 28/12/2021. Flooding may affect low lying land and Roads adjacent the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street Gate is closed at Upton upon Severn due to flooding and may be impassable. Diglis has now peaked and is falling slowly, Kempsey Yacht Club has peaked and is falling slowly, Saxons Lode has also peaked and is falling slowly.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am on 29/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2021 09:06
River Severn
River levels remain high or rising slowly at the Diglis (Worcester), Kempsey Yacht Club and Saxons Lode river gauges as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 27/12/2021. Flooding may affect low lying land and Roads adjacent the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street Gate is closed at Upton upon Severn due to flooding and may be impassable. Predicted peaks:- Diglis 2.8m to 3.0m today, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.0m to 5.2m today, Saxons Lode 4.0m to 4.4m today.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am on 28/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2021 18:08
River Severn
River levels are forecast to continue to rise at Diglis, Kempsey Yacht Club and Saxons Lode gauges as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 7pm, 26/12/2021. Flooding may affect low lying land and Roads adjacent the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street Gate is closed at Upton upon Severn due to flooding and may be impassable. Predicted peaks:- Diglis 2.6m to 2.9m overnight, Kempsey Yacht Club 4.8m to 5.1m overnight, and Saxons Lode 3.8m to 4.2m overnight.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am on 27/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2021 07:47
River Severn
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, Monday 13/12/21. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate and Severn Leisure, Waterside gate in Upton are closed.
Bewdley peaked at 3.32m, Worcester peaked at 3.37m, Diglis peaked at 2.87m, Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 5.0m and Saxons Lode peaked at 3.62m on Sunday, 12/12/21.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm on 13/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2021 17:41
River Severn
River levels are continuing to rise as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, Sunday 12/12/21. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate and Severn Leisure, Waterside gate in Upton are closed.
Bewdley peaked at 3.32m, Worcester peaked at 3.37m and Diglis peaked at 2.9m on Sunday, 12/12/21. Predicted peaks:- Kempsey Yacht Club 5.0m to 5.1m Sunday evening 12/12/21, Saxons Lode 3.6m to 3.7m Sunday evening 12/12/21.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am on 13/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2021 13:43
River Severn
River levels are continuing to rise as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, Sunday 12/12/21. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate and Severn Leisure, Waterside gate in Upton are closed.
Bewdley peaked at 3.32m on Sunday morning 12/12/21. Predicted peaks:- Worcester 3.3m to 3.5m Sunday afternoon 12/12/21, Diglis 2.9m to 3.1m Sunday afternoon 12/12/21, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.0m to 5.2m Sunday afternoon 12/12/21, Saxons Lode 3.6m to 3.9m Sunday evening 12/12/21.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 7pm on 12/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2021 08:32
River Severn
River levels are continuing to rise as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, Sunday 12/12/21. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate and Severn Leisure, Waterside gate in Upton are closed.
Bewdley peaked at 3.32m on Sunday morning 12/12/21. Predicted peaks:- Worcester 3.3m to 3.5m Sunday afternoon 12/12/21, Diglis 2.9m to 3.1m Sunday afternoon 12/12/21, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.0m to 5.2m Sunday afternoon 12/12/21, Saxons Lode 3.6m to 3.9m Sunday evening 12/12/21.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 2pm on 12/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2021 18:50
River Severn
River levels are continuing to rise as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this evening, 11/12/21. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate and Severn Leisure, Waterside gate in Upton are closed from 7pm 11/12/21. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.3m to 3.6m this evening 11/12/21, Worcester 3.6m to 4.1m Sunday afternoon 12/12/21, Diglis 3.1m to 3.5m Sunday afternoon 12/12/21, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.3m to 5.7m Sunday afternoon 12/12/21, Saxons Lode 3.9m to 4.3m Sunday morning 12/12/21. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9am on 12/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2021 16:45
River Severn
River levels are continuing to rise as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible starting this evening 11/12/21. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.2m to 3.7m this evening 11/12, Worcester 3.7m to 4.2m on Sunday morning 12/12, Diglis 3.2m to 3.7m on Sunday morning 12/12, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.3m to 5.8m on Sunday afternoon 12/12, Saxons Lode 3.9m to 4.4m on Sunday morning 12/12. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 8pm on 11/12/21, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2021 13:28
River Severn
River levels are continuing to rise at the Worcester river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this evening, 11/12/2021. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.2 to 3.7m on Saturday afternoon 11/12/21, Worcester 3.9 to 4.4m on Saturday afternoon 11/12/21, Diglis 3.5 to 4.0m on Sunday morning 12/12/21, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.3 to 5.8 m on Sunday afternoon 12/12/21.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 7pm on Saturday 11/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2021 07:57
River Severn
River levels are continuing to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 11/12/2021. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.2 to 3.7m on Saturday afternoon 11/12/21, Worcester 3.9 to 4.4m on Saturday afternoon 11/12/21, Diglis 3.5 to 4.0m on Sunday Morning 12/12/21, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.3 to 5.8 m on Sunday morning 12/12/21.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 2pm on Saturday 11/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2021 18:07
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from overnight tonight, 10/12/2021. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.7 to 4.2m on Saturday night 11/12/21, Worcester 4.5 to 5m on Sunday afternoon 12/12/21, Diglis 4 to 4.5m on Sunday afternoon 12/12/21, Kempsey Yacht Club 6 to 6.5m on Sunday night 12/12/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am on Saturday 11/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2021 13:14
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 09:00 today, 10/12/2021. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.7 to 4.2m on Saturday afternoon 11/12/21, Worcester 4.5 to 5m on Sunday morning 12/12/21, Diglis 4 to 4.5m on Sunday afternoon 12/12/21, Kempsey Yacht Club 6 to 6.5m on Sunday night 12/12/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 8pm today 10/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2021 08:56
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 09:00 today, 10/12/2021. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.7 to 4.2m on Saturday afternoon 11/12/21, Worcester 4.5 to 5m on Sunday morning 12/12/21, Diglis 4 to 4.5m on Sunday afternoon 12/12/21, Kempsey Yacht Club 6 to 6.5m on Sunday night 12/12/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 2pm today 10/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2021 17:47
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 09:00 tomorrow, 10/12/2021. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3 to 3.5m on Saturday afternoon 11/12/21, Worcester 4.2 to 4.7m on Sunday morning 12/12/21, Diglis 3.8 to 4.3m on Sunday afternoon 12/12/21, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.5 to 6m on Sunday afternoon 12/12/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 09:00 tomorrow 10/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2021 08:52
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge. Flooding continues & is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground.
River levels have peaked, with no further rise forecasted, however we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
Peaks: Worcester 3.4m, Diglis 3.1m, Kempsey 5.4m & Saxons Lode 3.7m on Tuesday 23/02/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses & plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10 am on Thursday 25/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2021 16:46
River Severn
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall slowly at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge. Flooding continues. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath.
River levels have peaked, with no further rise forecasted, however we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
Peaks: Worcester 3.4m, Diglis 3.1m, Kempsey 5.4m and Saxons Lode 3.7m this morning, Tuesday 23/02/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10 am on Wednesday 24/02/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2021 16:30
River Severn
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall slowly at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge. Flooding continues. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath.
River levels have peaked, with no further rise forecasted, however we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
Peaks: Worcester 3.4m, Diglis 3.1m, Kempsey 5.4m and Saxons Lode 3.7m this morning, Tuesday 23/02/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10 am on Wednesday 23/02/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2021 08:54
River Severn
River levels are high but rising slowly at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge following recent rainfall. Flooding continues. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks: Worcester 3.4 - 3.5m, Diglis 3.1 - 3.2m, Kempsey 5.3 - 5.4m and Saxons Lode 3.7 - 3.9m this morning, Tuesday 23/02/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6 pm Tuesday 23/02/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2021 17:34
River Severn
River levels are high but rising slowly at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge following recent rainfall. Flooding continues. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks: Worcester 3.3 - 3.5m tonight 22/02/21, Diglis 3.0 - 3.2m tonight 22/02/21, Kempsey 5.3 - 5.5m Tuesday morning 23/02/21, Saxons Lode 3.7 - 3.9m Tuesday 23/02/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am Tuesday 23/02/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2021 10:27
River Severn
River levels are high and forecast to rise at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks: Worcester 3.7m to 3.8m, Diglis 3.1m to 3.3m, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.5m to 5.6m, Saxons Lode 4.0m to 4.2m on Tuesday 23/02/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6 pm on Monday 22/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2021 16:45
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to begin this evening Sunday 21/02/21. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 2.9m to 3.4m, Worcester 4m to 4.5m, Diglis 3.7m to 4.2m, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.7m to 6.2m, Saxons Lode 4.2m to 4.7m on Tuesday 23/02/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11 am on Monday 22/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2021 11:40
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kempsey Yacht Club river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to begin this evening Sunday 21/02/21. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 2.9m to 3.4m, Worcester 4m to 4.5m, Diglis 3.7m to 4.2m, and Kempsey Yacht Club 5.7m to 6.2m Tuesday 23/02/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6 pm on Sunday 21/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2021 08:34
River Severn
River levels continue to fall. Flooding of roads & farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to be affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury.
Locations that may be affected; Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Gates are closed at Upton upon Severn. New Street Upton is flooding and may be impassable. Kempsey Flood Alleviation scheme is operational.
No significant rain is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 11am on Wednesday, 10/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2021 08:43
River Severn
River levels remain high but continue to fall slowly at Bewdley & Worcester. Flooding of roads & farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to be affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury.
Locations that may be affected; Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Gates are closed at Upton upon Severn. New Street Upton is flooding and may be impassable. Kempsey Flood Alleviation scheme is operational.
No significant rain is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 11am on Tuesday, 09/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 09:39
River Severn
River levels remain high but continue to fall slowly at Bewdley & Worcester. Flooding of roads & farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to be affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected; Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Gates are closed at Upton upon Severn. New Street Upton is flooding and may be impassable. Kempsey Flood Alleviation scheme is operational.
No significant rain is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 11am on Monday, 08/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 15:29
River Severn
River levels remain high but continue to fall slowly at Bewdley & Worcester. Flooding of roads & farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to be affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected; Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Gates are closed at Upton upon Severn. New Street Upton is flooding and may be impassable. Kempsey Flood Alleviation scheme is operational.
No significant rain is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 11am on Sunday, 07/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Feb 2021 17:30
River Severn
River levels remain high but continue to fall slowly at Bewdley & Worcester. Flooding of roads & farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to be affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected; Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Gates are closed at Upton upon Severn. New Street Upton is flooding and may be impassable. Kempsey Flood Alleviation scheme is operational.
Predicted peak at Bewdley 3.3 to 3.35m on Friday, 05/02/21; Worcester peak 4.4 to 4.5m on Saturday morning, 06/02/21.
No significant rain is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Saturday, 06/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Feb 2021 16:40
River Severn
River levels remain high but continue to fall slowly at Bewdley & Worcester. Flooding of roads & farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to be affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected; Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Gates are closed at Upton upon Severn. New Street Upton is flooding and may be impassable. Kempsey Flood Alleviation scheme is operational.
Predicted peak at Bewdley 3.3 to 3.35m on Friday, 05/02/21; Worcester peak 4.4 to 4.5m on Saturday morning, 06/02/21.
No significant rain is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Saturday, 05/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Feb 2021 16:32
River Severn
River levels continue to fall, except at Bewdley & Worcester. Flooding of roads & farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to be affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected; Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Gates are closed at Upton upon Severn. New Street Upton is flooding and may be impassable. Kempsey Flood Alleviation scheme is operational.
Predicted peak at Bewdley 3.2 to 3.4m is expected Friday morning, 05/02/21; Worcester peak 4.5 to 4.6m on Saturday morning, 06/02/21.
No significant rain is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Friday, 05/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Feb 2021 17:31
River Severn
River levels continue to fall, except at Bewdley & Worcester. Flooding of roads & farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to be affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected; Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Gates are closed at Upton upon Severn. New Street Upton is flooding and may be impassable. Kempsey Flood Alleviation scheme is operational.
Predicted peak at Bewdley 3.4 to 3.8m is expected Friday morning, 05/02/21, Worcester peak 4.5 to 4.8m on Saturday morning, 06/02/21
Further rain is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Thursday, 04/02/21, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 3 Feb 2021 08:55
River Severn
River levels continue to fall, except at Bewdley & Worcester. Flooding of roads & farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to be affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected; Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke & Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Gates are closed at Upton upon Severn. New Street Upton is flooding and may be impassable. Kempsey Flood Alleviation scheme is operational.
Predicted peak at Bewdley 3.4 to 3.8m is expected Friday morning, 05/02/21, Worcester peak 4.5 to 4.8m on Saturday morning, 06/02/21
Further rain is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 9am on Thursday, 04/02/21, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2021 14:52
River Severn
River levels continue to fall, except at Bewdley. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to be affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected; Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Gates are closed at Upton upon Severn. New Street Upton is flooding and may be impassable. Kempsey Flood Alleviation scheme is operational.
A predicted peak at Bewdley of between 3.3 to 3.5m is expected Thursday morning, 04/02/21.
Recorded Peaks Sunday 31/01/21: Kempsey Yacht Club 7.12m, Diglis 4.69m, Worcester 5.01m, Saxons Lode 5.15m
Further rain is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 9am on Wednesday, 03/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2021 08:59
River Severn
River levels are continuing to fall at all gauge locations. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to be affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected; Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Gates are closed at Upton upon Severn. New Street Upton is flooding and may be impassable. Kempsey Flood Alleviation scheme is operational.
Predicted peak: Bewdley river gauge at 3.30 to 3.5m on Thursday morning, 04/02/21.
Recorded Peaks Sunday 31/01/21: Kempsey Yacht Club 7.12m, Diglis 4.69m, Worcester 5.01m, Saxons Lode 5.15m
Further rain is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Tuesday, 02/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2021 08:20
River Severn
River levels are continuing to fall at all gauge locations. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to be affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected; Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Gates are closed at Upton upon Severn. New Street Upton is flooding and may be impassable. Kempsey Flood Alleviation scheme is operational.
Bewdley river gauge peaked at 3.69m Saturday, 30/01/21.
Recorded Peaks Sunday 31/01/21: Kempsey Yacht Club 7.12m, Diglis 4.69m, Worcester 5.01m, Saxons Lode 5.15m
Further rain is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Tuesday, 02/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2021 14:37
River Severn
River levels are continuing to fall at all gauge locations. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to be affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected; Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Gates are closed at Upton upon Severn. New Street Upton is flooding and may be impassable. Kempsey Flood Alleviation scheme is operational.
Bewdley river gauge peaked at 3.69m Saturday, 30/01/21.
Recorded Peaks Sunday 31/01/21: Kempsey Yacht Club 7.12m, Diglis 4.69m, Worcester 5.01m, Saxons Lode 5.15m
Further rain is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 9am on Tuesday, 02/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2021 08:53
River Severn
River levels are high but are slowly falling at all gauge locations. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to be affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected; Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Gates are closed at Upton upon Severn. New Street Upton is flooding and may be impassable. Kempsey Flood Alleviation scheme is operational.
Bewdley river gauge peaked at 3.69m Saturday, 30/01/21.
Recorded Peaks Sunday 31/01/21: Kempsey Yacht Club 7.12m, Diglis 4.69m, Worcester 5.01m, Saxons Lode 5.15m
Further rain is forecast Tuesday into Wednesday and again. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 4pm on 01/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2021 15:24
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn and the B4195 Stourport Road and floodplain starts to fill.
Bewdley river gauge peaked on the evening of Saturday, 30/01/21.
Predicted peaks: Kempsey Yacht Club 7.1m to 7.3m Sunday 31/01/21, Diglis 4.65m to 4.7m Sunday 31/01/21, Worcester 5.0m to 5.1m Sunday 31/01/2021, Saxons Lode 5.1m to 5.3m overnight Sunday into Monday, 01/02/21.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next week which will cause river levels to remain high.
We are continuing to monitor the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 9am on Monday 01/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2021 08:37
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn and the B4195 Stourport Road and floodplain starts to fill.
Predicted peaks: Kempsey Yacht Club 7.0m to 7.3m Sunday 31/01/21, Diglis 4.6m to 4.8m Sunday 31/01/21, Worcester 5.0m to 5.1m Sunday 31/01/2021, Saxons Lode 5.0m to 5.3m Sunday 31/01/2021 and Bewdley 3.6m to 3.8m Sunday 31/01/2021.
Further rainfall is forecast next week. We expect river levels to remain high into next week.
We are continuing to monitor the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Sunday 31/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 15:21
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Bewdley river gauge. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn and the B4195 Stourport Road and floodplain starts to fill.
Predicted peaks: Kempsey Yacht Club 6.8m to 7.3m Sunday 31/01/21, Diglis 4.3m to 4.8m Sunday 31/01/21, Worcester 4.7m to 5.1m Monday afternoon 01/02/2021, Saxons Lode 5.2m to 5.7m Monday morning 01/02/2021 and Bewdley 3.6m to 3.9m Monday morning 01/02/2021.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days which may cause river levels to rise again.
We are continuing to monitor the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 9am on Sunday 31/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 08:40
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Bewdley river gauge. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn and the B4195 Stourport Road and floodplain starts to fill.
Predicted peaks: Kempsey Yacht Club 6.8m to 7.3m Sunday evening 31/01/21, Diglis 4.3m to 4.8m Sunday morning 31/01/21, Worcester 4.5m to 5.0m Saturday afternoon, 30/01/2021, Saxons Lode 5.2m to 5.7m Monday morning 01/02/2021 and Bewdley 3.3m to 3.8m Monday morning 01/02/2021.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high into next week
We are continuing to monitor the situation and our staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 4pm today Saturday, 30/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 19:13
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.
Predicted peaks: Kempsey Yacht Club 6.7m to 7.10m Monday morning 01/02/21, Diglis 4.2m to 4.6m Sunday afternoon 31/01/21, Worcester 4.5m to 5.0m Saturday afternoon, 30/01/2021, Saxons Lode 5.2m to 5.7m Monday morning 01/02/2021 and Bewdley 3.1m to 3.6m Monday morning 01/02/2021.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high into next week
We are continuing to monitor the situation and our staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 9am on Saturday, 30/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 08:43
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.
Predicted peaks: Kempsey Yacht Club 6.4m to 6.6m this evening Friday, 29/01/21. Diglis 4.2m to 4.4m this Saturday, 29/01/2021; Worcester 4.5m to 4.7m Saturday, 30/01/2021, Saxons Lode 4.7m to 5.1m this evening Friday, 29/01/2021 and Bewdley 3.6m to 4.1m Saturday, 30/01/2021.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours which will cause river levels to rise again. We are continuing to monitor the situation and our staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Friday, 29/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 16:00
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.
Predicted peaks: Kempsey Yacht Club 6.2m to 6.5m tomorrow afternoon, 29/01/21. Diglis 3.9m to 4.3m on Saturday afternoon, 30/01/2021; Worcester 4.3m to 4.8m Saturday afternoon, 30/01/2021, Saxons Lode 4.7m to 5.1m on Friday evening, 28/01/2021 and Bewdley 3.6m to 3.8m Saturday afternoon, 30/01/2021.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are continuing to monitor the situation and our staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 9am on Friday, 29/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 10:09
River Severn
River levels are high and forecast to rise at all river gauges. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, South Quay Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley 3.1m-3.5m Friday evening 29/01/2021; Diglis 3.8m to 4.2m on Friday evening, 29/01/2021; Worcester 4.2m to 4.6m Friday evening, 29/01/2021, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.2m-6.5m Friday evening 29/01/2021 and Saxons Lode 4.7m to 5m on Friday evening, 29/01/2021.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We will monitor for any further impacts.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Thursday, 28/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 09:12
River Severn
River levels are high and forecast to rise at all river gauges. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley 3.1m-3.5m Friday evening 29/01/2021; Diglis 3.8m to 4.2m on Friday evening, 29/01/2021; Worcester 4.2m to 4.6m Friday evening, 29/01/2021, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.2m-6.5m Friday evening, 29/01/2021 and Saxons Lode 4.7m to 5m on Friday evening, 29/01/2021.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We will monitor for any further impacts.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Thursday, 28/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jan 2021 08:37
River Severn
River levels remain high but are now falling at the Bewdley river gauge. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.
Peaks: Diglis peaked at 5.07m on 24/01/21, Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7.35m on 24/01/21; Worcester peaked at 5.73m on 24/01/21, Saxons Lode peaked at 5.35m on 24/01/21 and Bewdley peaked at 5.44m on 23/01/21.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We will monitor for any further impacts.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 9am on Thursday, 28/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Jan 2021 07:49
River Severn
River levels remain high but are now falling at the Bewdley river gauge. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.
Peaks: Diglis peaked at 5.07m on 24/01/21, Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7.35m on 24/01/21, Worcester peaked at 5.73m on 24/01/21, Saxons Lode peaked at 5.35m on 24/01/21 and Bewdley peaked at 5.44m on 23/01/21.
Rain is expected in the next few days which may keep river levels high and we will monitor for any further impacts.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 9am on Wednesday, 27/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Jan 2021 08:02
River Severn
River levels remain high but are now falling at the Bewdley river gauge. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.
Peaks: Diglis peaked at 5.07m at 01:45 on Sunday, 24/01/21, Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7.35m on 24/01/21; Worcester peaked at 5.73m on 24/01/21, Saxons Lode peaked at 5.35m on 24/01/21 and Bewdley peaked at 5.44m on 23/01/21.
Rain is expected in the next few days which may keep river levels high and we will monitor for any further impacts.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 9am on Tuesday, 26/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2021 16:22
River Severn
River levels remain high but are now starting to fall at the Bewdley river gauge. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.
Peaks: Diglis peaked at 5.07m at 01:45 this morning, Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7.35m at 01:35 this morning; Worcester peaked at 5.73m at 01:30 this morning, Bewdley peaked at 5.44m at 14:45 yesterday and Saxons Lode peaked at 5.34m at 08:50 this morning.
No significant rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 9am on Monday, 25/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2021 07:44
River Severn
River levels remain high but are now starting to fall at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn.
Peaks: Diglis peaked at 5.07m at 01:45 this morning , Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7.35m at 01:35 this morning; Worcester peaked at 5.73m at 01:30 this morning and Bewdley peaked at 5.44m at 14:45 yesterday. Predicted Peaks:- Saxons Lode 5.25 to 5.35m midday today.
No significant rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Sunday, 24/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2021 15:22
River Severn
River levels are high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. The floodplain starts to fill.
Predicted peaks: Diglis 5.0 to 5.1m Saturday evening , Kempsey Yacht Club 7.3 to 7.4m overnight Saturday 23/01/21 into Sunday; Saxons Lode 5.25 to 5.4m overnight Saturday into Sunday; Worcester 5.7 to 5.85m Saturday evening. River levels at Bewdley are currently peaking.
No significant rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 9am on Sunday, 24/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2021 10:28
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. The floodplain starts to fill.
Predicted peaks: Diglis 5.0 to 5.1m Saturday evening, Kempsey Yacht Club 7.3 to 7.4m overnight Saturday into Sunday; Saxons Lode 5.2 to 5.4m overnight Saturday into Sunday; Bewdley 5.4 to 5.5m Saturday evening; Worcester 5.6 to 5.8m Saturday evening.
No significant rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 4:00pm on Saturday, 23/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2021 05:40
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. The floodplain starts to fill.
Predicted peaks: Diglis 5.0 to 5.1m Saturday evening, Kempsey Yacht Club 7.3 to 7.5m overnight Saturday into Sunday; Saxons Lode 5.2 to 5.4m overnight Saturday into Sunday; Bewdley 5.3 to 5.5m Saturday evening, Worcester 5.6 to 5.8m Saturday evening.
No significant rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 4:00pm on Saturday, 23/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 15:30
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. The floodplain starts to fill.
Predicted peaks: Diglis 4.9 to 5.3m Saturday evening, Kempsey Yacht Club 7.3 to 7.5m overnight Saturday into Sunday; Saxons Lode 5.2 to 5.4m overnight Saturday into Sunday; Bewdley 5.2 to 5.4m Saturday morning; Worcester 5.4 to 5.8m Saturday afternoon.
No significant rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on Saturday 23/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 12:07
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. The floodplain starts to fill.
Predicted peaks: Diglis 4.9 to 5.3m overnight Friday into Saturday. Kempsey Yacht Club 7.3 to 7.5m and Saxons Lode 5.2 to 5.4m overnight Saturday into Sunday. Bewdley 5.2 to 5.4m and Worcester 5.4 to 5.8m on Saturday afternoon, 23/01.
No significant rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 4pm, Friday 22/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 08:29
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. The floodplain starts to fill.
Predicted peaks: Diglis 4.7 to 5.0m overnight Friday, 22/01. Kempsey Yacht Club 7.1 to 7.4m Friday morning, 22/01. Saxons Lode 5.0 to 5.4m Saturday morning, 23/01. Bewdley 4.7 to 5.1m and Worcester 5.2 to 5.7m on Saturday afternoon, 23/01.
No significant rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 4pm, Friday 22/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 15:47
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. The floodplain starts to fill.
Predicted peaks overnight Friday 22/01/2021: Diglis 4.5 to 4.9m, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.6 to 7m, Saxons Lode 4.8 to 5.2m and on Saturday 23/01/2021: Bewdley 4.6 to 5.1m in the morning, Worcester 5.2 to 5.6m in the evening.
Further scattered rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00, Friday 22/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 08:34
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible from Thursday morning, 21/01/21. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. The floodplain starts to fill. Predicted peaks for Saturday 23/01/2021: Bewdley 4.2 to 4.7m, Worcester 4.8 to 5.2m, Diglis 4.4 to 4.9m, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.5 to 6.9m, Saxons Lode 4.8 to 5.2m.
Further scattered rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 16:00, Thursday 21/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 15:41
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible Thursday morning, 21/01/21. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. The floodplain starts to fill. Predicted peaks for Saturday 23/01/2021: Bewdley 4.2 to 4.7m, Worcester 5.3 to 5.5m, , Diglis 4.6 to 4.8m, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.4 to 6.8m, Saxons Lode 4.7 to 5.1m.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on Thursday 21/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 13:01
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible from Wednesday evening, 20/01/20. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected are Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. The floodplain starts to fill. Predicted peaks: Bewdley 4.2 to 4.7m Saturday, 23/01, Worcester 5.3 to 5.5m Saturday 23/01, Diglis 4.6 to 4.8m Saturday 23/01, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.3 to 6.8m Saturday 23/01, Saxons Lode 4.7 to 5.1m Saturday 23/01.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 16:00 on 20/01/21, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2021 09:28
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at all gauges.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Gates at Upton are closed.
The following gauges peaked on Monday 28/12/20: Worcester 4.86m, Diglis 4.54m, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.94m & Saxons Lode 5.07m.
Bewdley peaked on Wednesday 30/12/20 at 3.74m.
No significant rain is expected over the next few days, but there is a risk of some wintry showers.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water, avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on Sunday 03/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2021 09:44
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at all gauges.
We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Gates at Upton are closed.
The following gauges peaked on Monday 28/12/20: Worcester 4.86m, Diglis 4.54m, Kempsey Yacht Club 6.94m & Saxons Lode 5.07m.
Bewdley peaked on Wednesday 30/12/20 at 3.74m.
No significant rain is expected over the next few days, but there is a risk of some wintry showers.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water, avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on Saturday 02/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2020 09:33
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at all gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting roads & farmland. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. B4195 Stourport Rd, Dog Lane Bewdley. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Gates at Upton are closed.
The following gauges peaked on Monday 28/12/20: Worcester at 4.86m, Diglis at 4.54m, Kempsey Yacht Club at 6.94m, Saxons Lode at 5.07m and Bewdley peaked at 3.74m on Wednesday 30/12/20 .
No significant rainfall is expected over the next few days, but there is a risk of some wintry showers. We expect river levels to remain high until Friday 01/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 10am on Friday 01/01/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2020 09:36
River Severn
River levels remain high but steady at all gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting roads & farmland. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. B4195 Stourport Rd, Dog Lane Bewdley. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Gates at Upton are closed.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley 3.7 to 3.8m this morning, Wednesday 30/12/20. The following gauges all peaked on Monday 28/12/20: Worcester at 4.86m, Diglis at 4.54m, Kempsey Yacht Club at 6.94m, Saxons Lode at 5.07m.
No significant rainfall is expected over the next few days, but there is a risk of wintry showers. We expect river levels to remain high until Friday 01/01/21. We are monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 10am on Thursday, 31/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2020 08:45
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise again at all gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting roads & farmland. We expect flooding to low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. B4195 Stourport Rd, Dog Lane Bewdley. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Gates at Upton are closed.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley 3.4 to 3.7m Wednesday morning 30/12/20. The following gauges all peaked on Monday 28/12/20: Worcester at 4.86m, Diglis at 4.54m, Kempsey Yacht Club at 6.94m, Saxons Lode at 5.07m.
No significant rainfall is expected over the next few days, but there is a risk of some wintry showers. We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday. We are monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 10am on Wednesday, 30/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2020 09:17
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise again at all gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting roads & farmland. We expect flooding to low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. B4195 Stourport Rd, Dog Lane Bewdley. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Gates at Upton are closed.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley 3.6 to 4.1m Tuesday afternoon 29/12. Worcester 4.9 to 5m Wednesday morning 30/12. Diglis 4.5 to 4.55m Wednesday morning 30/12. Kempsey Yacht Club 6.9 to 7.0m Tuesday morning, 29/12. Saxons Lode 5.0 to 5.2m Tuesday morning 29/12. No significant rainfall is expected over the next few days, but there is a risk of some wintry showers. We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday.
This message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday, 29/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 18:28
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise again at all gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting roads & farmland. We expect flooding to low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. B4195 Stourport Rd, Dog Lane Bewdley. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Gates at Upton are closed.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley 3.5 to 4m Tuesday afternoon 29/12/20. Worcester 4.8 to 5m Wednesday morning 30/12/20. Diglis 4.4 to 4.5m Wednesday morning 30/12/20. Kempsey Yacht Club 6.7 to 7m Monday afternoon, 28/12/20. Saxons Lode 5 to 5.2m Tuesday morning 29/12/20.
Scattered showers are forecast over the next 24hrs. We expect river levels to remain high into next week. We are monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 10am on Monday, 28/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 15:57
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise again at all gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting roads & farmland. We expect flooding to low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. B4195 Stourport Rd, Dog Lane Bewdley. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. Gates at Upton are closed.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley 3.5 to 4m Tuesday afternoon 29/12/20. Worcester 4.5 to 5m Wednesday morning 30/12/20. Diglis 4 to 4.5m Wednesday morning 30/12/20. Kempsey Yacht Club 6.5 to 7m Monday afternoon, 28/12/20. Saxons Lode 5 to 5.2m Tuesday morning 29/12/20.
Scattered showers are forecast over the next 24hrs. We expect river levels to remain high into next week. We are monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 10am on Monday, 28/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 08:46
River Severn
River levels are expected to rise again at all gauges as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting roads & farmland. We expect flooding to low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. B4195 Stourport Rd, Dog Lane Bewdley. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate Upton is closed.
Predicted peaks are: Bewdley 3.7 to 4.2m Tuesday morning 29/12; Worcester 4.8 to 5.2m Wednesday morning 30/12; Diglis 4.4 to 4.8m Wednesday morning 30/12; Kempsey Yacht Club 6.6 to 7.1m Monday afternoon 28/12; Saxons Lode 5.0 to 5.3m Tuesday morning 29/12. Further scattered showers are forecast over the next 24hrs. We expect river levels to remain high into next week. We are monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 10am, 28/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 06:21
River Severn
River levels remain high, but are beginning to fall at all gauges as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting roads & farmland. We expect flooding to low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. B4195 Stourport Rd, Dog Lane Bewdley. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate Upton is closed.
Gauges at Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey Yacht Club and Saxons Lode have all peaked.
Further rain is expected on 26/12/2020. We expect river levels to remain high through the weekend. We are monitoring the situation & checking defences.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Sunday 27/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2020 08:29
River Severn
River levels remain high at all gauges as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting roads & farmland. We expect flooding to low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. B4195 Stourport Rd, Dog Lane Bewdley. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate Upton is closed.
Predicted peak levels at;
Saxons Lode 5.1 to 5.2m, overnight Friday, 25/12/20 into Saturday 26/12/20
Further rain is expected on the 26/12/2020. We expect river levels to remain high through the weekend. We are monitoring the situation & checking defences.
This message will be updated by 10am on Saturday 26/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 12:59
River Severn
River levels remain high at all gauges as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting roads & farmland. We expect flooding to low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. B4195 Stourport Rd, Dog Lane Bewdley. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate Upton is closed.
Predicted peak levels at;
Bewdley 3.9 to 4.1m, 25/12/20
Worcester 5.2 to 5.3m, 24/12/20
Diglis 4.75 to 4.9m, 24/12/20
Kempsey 6.9 to 7.1m, 24/12/20
Saxons Lode 5.0 to 5.2m, 25/12/20
Further rain is expected over the next few days. We expect river levels to remain high into the weekend. We are monitoring the situation & checking defences.
This message will be updated by 10 am on Friday 25/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 07:26
River Severn
River levels remain high at all gauges as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting roads & farmland. We expect flooding to low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. B4195 Stourport Rd, Dog Lane Bewdley. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate Upton is closed.
Predicted peak levels at;
Bewdley 3.9 to 4.1m, 25/12/20
Worcester 4.9 to 5.1m, 24/12/20
Diglis 4.5 to 4.7m, 24/12/20
Kempsey 6.9 to 7.1m, 24/12/20
Saxons Lode 5.0 to 5.2m, 25/12/20
Further rain is expected over the next few days. We expect river levels to remain high into the weekend. We are monitoring the situation & checking defences.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Thursday 24/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 18:02
River Severn
River levels remain high at all gauges as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting roads & farmland. We expect flooding to low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. B4195 Stourport Rd, Dog Lane Bewdley. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate Upton is closed.
Predicted peak levels are:
Bewdley 3.7 to 4.2m early morning 24/12/20
Diglis 4.3 to 4.7m, evening 24/12/20
Worcester 4.9 to 5.4m, evening 24/12/20
Kempsey 6.7 to 7.2m, evening 24/12/20
Saxons Lode 5.0 to 5.2m, overnight 25/12 into 26/12/20
Further heavy rainfall is forecast tonight. We expect river levels to remain high into the weekend. We are monitoring the situation & checking defences. This message will be updated by 10am on Thursday 24/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 09:49
River Severn
River levels remain high at all gauges as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting roads & farmland. We expect flooding to low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath. B4195 Stourport Rd, Dog Lane Bewdley. Flooded drains may affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. New Street gate Upton is closed.
Predicted peak levels are based on todays forecast rainfall;
Bewdley 3.8 to 4.3m early morning 24/12/20
Diglis 4.3 to 4.7m, 24/12/20
Worcester 4.9 to 5.4m, 24/12/20
Kempsey 6.7 to 7.2m, 24/12/20
Saxons Lode 4.8 to 5.3m, overnight 25/12/20 into 26/12/20
Further heavy rainfall is forecast today, 23/12/20. We expect river levels to rise further & remain high into the weekend.
We are monitoring the situation & checking defences. This message will be updated by 6pm, 23/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2020 17:50
River Severn
River levels remain high at all gauges as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting roads & farmland. We expect flooding to low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground.
The following predicted peaks are based on the forecast rainfall for 23/12/20;
Bewdley 4.5 to 5.0m, 24/12/20
Diglis 4.2 to 4.6m, 24/12/2020
Worcester 4.9 to 5.4m, 24/12/2020
Kempsey 6.7 to 7.2m, 24/12/2020
Saxons Lode 4.8 to 5.3m, 24/12/2020
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 36 hours. We expect river levels to remain high into the weekend.
We are monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated by 10am, 23/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2020 09:32
River Severn
River levels have risen at Diglis, Worcester (Barbourne), Kempsey & Saxons Lode gauges as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Further rain is forecast over the next few days. Flooding is affecting roads & farmland. We expect flooding to be affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted prolonged peaks -
Diglis 4.0 - 4.5m, 24/12/2020
Worcester 4.5 ? 5.0m, 24/12/2020
Kempsey 6.4 - 6.7m, 24/12/2020
Saxons Lode 4.6 - 4.9m, 24/12/2020
We are monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated by 6pm, 22/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2020 16:43
River Severn
River levels have risen at Diglis, Worcester (Barbourne), Kempsey & Saxons Lode gauges as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Further rain is forecast over the next few days. Flooding is affecting roads & farmland. We expect flooding to be affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted prolonged peaks -
Diglis 4.0 - 4.1m 23/12/2020
Worcester 4.3 - 4.5m, 23/12/2020
Kempsey 6.3 - 6.5m, 24/12/2020
Saxons Lode 4.5 - 4.8m, 24/12/2020
We are monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated by 10am, 22/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Dec 2020 07:58
River Severn
River levels have risen at Diglis, Worcester (Barbourne), Kempsey & Saxons Lode gauges as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Further rain is forecast over the next few days. Flooding is affecting roads & farmland. We expect flooding to be affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted prolonged peaks -
Diglis 4.0 ? 4.1m 23/12/2020
Worcester 4.3 - 4.5m, 23/12/2020
Kempsey 6.3 ? 6.5m, 23/12/2020
Saxons Lode 4.5 - 4.8m, 24/12/2020
We are monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated by 5pm, 21/12/20, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2020 16:45
River Severn
River levels have risen at Diglis, Worcester (Barbourne), Kempsey & Saxons Lode gauges as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Further blustery showers are forecast over the next 48 hours. Flooding of roads & farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted prolonged peaks -
Diglis 3.9 ? 4.1m 22/12/2020
Worcester 4.3 - 4.5m, 22/12/2020
Kempsey 6.2 ? 6.4m, 22/12/2020
Saxons Lode 4.4 - 4.7m over the next few days
We are monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated by 8am, 21/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2020 08:11
River Severn
River levels have risen at Diglis, Worcester (Barbourne), Kempsey & Saxons Lode gauges as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Further heavy showers are forecast over the next few days. Flooding of roads & farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks -
Diglis 3.9 ? 4.1m, 22/12/2020
Worcester 4.3 - 4.5m, 22/12/2020
Kempsey 6.2 ? 6.4m, 22/12/2020
Saxons Lode 4.4 - 4.7m, 23/12/2020
We are monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated by 5pm, 20/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2020 16:19
River Severn
River levels have risen at Diglis, Worcester (Barbourne), Kempsey & Saxons Lode gauges as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Further heavy showers are forecast over the next few days. Flooding of roads & farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks -
Diglis 3.7 ? 4m, 22/12/2020
Worcester 4 - 4.4m, 22/12/2020
Kempsey 5.8 ? 6.2m, 22/12/2020
Saxons Lode 4.2 - 4.7m, 22/12/2020
We are monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated by 8am, 20/12/20, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2020 07:03
River Severn
River levels have risen at Diglis, Worcester (Barbourne), Kempsey & Saxons Lode gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Further heavy showers are forecast over the weekend. Flooding of roads & farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks -
Diglis 3.7 ? 4.1m, 22/12/20
Worcester 4.1 - 4.5m, 22/12/20
Kempsey 5.7 ? 6.2m, 20/12/20
Saxons Lode 4.2 - 4.7m, 22/12/20
We are monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated by 5pm, 19/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2020 16:28
River Severn
River levels have risen at Diglis, Worcester (Barbourne), Kempsey & Saxons Lode gauges following heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads & farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. River levels are now peaking. Further rain forecast today and over the weekend may cause levels to rise again. The following predicted peaks are based on forecast, not actual rainfall, and may change.
Diglis 3.5 - 4m, 20/12/20
Worcester 3.8 - 4.3m, 20/12/20
Kempsey 5.5 - 6m, 20/12/20
Saxons Lode 4.2 - 4.7m, 21/12/20
We are monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated by 8am, 19/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2020 11:37
River Severn
River levels have risen at Diglis, Worcester (Barbourne), Kempsey & Saxons Lode gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Fooding of roads & farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. River levels are now peaking. Further rain forecast today, 18/12/20 may cause levels to rise again.The following predicted peaks are based on forecast and not actual rainfall, and are likely to change.
Diglis 3.5 - 4m, 20/12/20
Worcester 3.8 - 4.3m, 20/12/20
Kempsey 5.5 - 6m, 20/12/20
Saxons Lode 4.2 - 4.7m, 21/12/20
We are monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated by 5pm, 18/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2020 11:12
River Severn
River levels have risen at Diglis, Worcester (Barbourne), Kempsey & Saxons Lode gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Fooding of roads & farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. River levels are currently peaking. Further rain forecast today, 18/12/20 may cause levels to rise again.
The following predicted peaks are based on rain that has not yet fallen, and are likely to change.
Diglis 3.5m?4m, 20/12/20
Worcester 3.8m?4.3m, 20/12/20
Kempsey 5.5m?6m, 20/12/20
Saxons Lode 4.2m?4.7m, 21/12/20
We are monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm, 18/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2020 08:01
River Severn
River levels have risen at Diglis, Worcester (Barbourne), Kempsey Yacht Club & Saxons Lode gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads & farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. River levels are currently peaking. Further rain forecast today 18/12/20 may cause levels to rise again.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and checking defences.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm on 18/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Dec 2020 16:43
River Severn
River levels have risen at Diglis, Worcester (Barbourne), Kempsey Yacht Club & Saxons Lode gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads & farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains may also affect the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground. River levels are currently peaking. Further rain forecast on Friday 18/12/20 may cause levels to rise further, however there is currently low confidence in the amount and location of forecast rainfall and impact on river levels.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and checking defences.
Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 9am on 18/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Dec 2020 07:46
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at Diglis, Kempsey Yacht Club & Saxons Lode river gauges due to heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads next to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooded drains may affect Worcester racecourse & County cricket ground. New street Gate, Upton upon Severn is closed. New Street Upton may be affected by flooding. Predicted peaks- Diglis 2.9-3.0 m & Kempsey Yacht Club 5.3-5.5m Thursday evening 17/12/20, Saxons Lode 3.6-3.8 m on Thursday afternoon. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 3 days, which may cause river levels to rise further. We are closely monitoring the situation & our staff are checking defences. Avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated by 17:00 17/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Dec 2020 16:21
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at Diglis, Kempsey Yacht Club & Saxons Lode river gauges due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to start overnight tonight, 16/12/20. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads next to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooded drains may affect Worcester racecourse & County cricket ground. New street Gate, Upton upon Severn is closed. New Street Upton may be affected by flooding. Predicted peaks- Diglis 2.4-2.8 m & Kempsey Yacht Club 5.0-5.2m Thursday morning 17/12/20, Saxons Lode 3.6-4.0 m on Thursday evening. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 3 days, which may cause river levels to rise further. We are closely monitoring the situation & our staff are checking defences. Avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated by 09:00 17/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Dec 2020 09:05
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at Diglis, Kempsey Yacht Club & Saxons Lode river gauges due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to start tonight, 16/12/20. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads next to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooded drains may also affect Worcester racecourse & County cricket ground. New street Gate at Upton upon Severn is closed. New Street Upton is flooding & may be impassable.Predicted peaks- Diglis 2.8-3.0m & Kempsey Yacht Club 5.0-5.2m both Thursday morning 17/12/20, Saxons Lode 3.7-3.9m on Thursday evening. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 3 days, which may cause river levels to rise further. We are closely monitoring the situation & our staff are checking defences. Avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated by 17:00 16/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2020 19:37
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kempsey Yacht Club & Saxons Lode river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to begin overnight into 16/12/20. We expect flooding to affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooded drains may also be affecting Worcester racecourse & County cricket ground. New street Gate at Upton upon Severn is closed. New Street Upton is flooding & may be impassable.
Predicted peaks- Kempsey Yacht Club 5.3m to 5.5m & Saxons Lode 4.1m to 4.4m both on 18/12/20.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 4 days, which may cause river levels to rise further. We are closely monitoring the situation & our staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 16/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2020 13:41
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected to begin overnight 15/12/20 into 16/12/20. We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooded drains may also be affecting the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks- Saxons Lode 4.0m to 4.2m tomorrow afternoon 16/12/20.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 4 days which may cause river levels to rise further.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our staff are checking defences. Please avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 20:00 on 15/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2020 09:52
River Severn
River levels are steady at the Worcester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible.
Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the River Severn from Highley to Tewkesbury.
Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn and the B4195 Stourport Road. The floodplain may start to fill.
Recorded peaks:
Worcester peaked at 3.64m at 3:30pm on 13/3/20,
Diglis peaked at 3.13m at 3:45pm on 13/3/20,
Kempsey peaked at 5.22m at 4:30pm on 13/3/20,
Saxons Lode peaked at 3.79m at 2:00pm on 13/3/20.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend which will cause river levels to remain high.
Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Saturday 14/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2020 16:50
River Severn
River levels are steady at the Worcester river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible.
Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the River Severn from Highley to Tewkesbury.
Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn and the B4195 Stourport Road. The floodplain may start to fill.
Predicted peaks, 13/03/20:
Worcester, currently peaking around 3.64m at 3:30pm,
Diglis, currently peaking around 3.14m at 3:45pm,
Kempsey, between 5.2 to 5.3m Friday evening,
Saxons Lode 3.8 to 3.9m Friday evening.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend which will cause river levels to remain high.
Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10am on Saturday 14/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2020 08:31
River Severn
River levels are beginning to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road and the floodplain starts to fill.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley 3.2 to 3.4m and is expected to peak this morning, Kempsey 5.0 to 5.2m Friday afternoon, Worcester 3.7 to 3.9 Friday afternoon, Diglis 3.1 to 3.3m Friday afternoon, Saxons Lode 3.8 to 4.0m on Friday afternoon. Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend which will cause river levels to remain high.
Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Friday 13/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 17:00
River Severn
River levels are beginning to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 8pm onwards on 12/03/20. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road and the floodplain starts to fill. Predicted peaks: Bewdley 3.3 to 3.5m overnight to Friday morning 13/03/20, Kempsey 5.0 to 5.2m Friday morning 13/03/20
and Worcester 3.9 to 4.1m, Diglis 3.2 to 3.5m, Saxons Lode 3.8 to 4.0m on Friday afternoon 13/03/20. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am on 13/03/20, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 08:35
River Severn
River levels are beginning to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 8pm onwards on Thursday 12/03/20. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road and the floodplain starts to fill. Predicted peaks: Bewdley 3.4 to 3.7m Friday morning 13/03/20, Worcester 4.0 to 4.3m, Diglis 3.5 to 3.9m, Kempsey 5.1 to 5.5m, Saxons Lode 4.2 to 4.5m on Friday afternoon 13/03/20.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5pm on 12/03/20, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 17:02
River Severn
River levels are beginning to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected between 3am and 9am tomorrow, 12/03/20. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road and the floodplain starts to fill. Predicted peaks: Bewdley 3.4 to 3.7m Friday morning, Worcester 4.3 to 4.6m, Diglis 3.6 to 3.9m, Kempsey 5.0 to 5.5m, Saxons Lode 4.2 to 4.5 on Friday afternoon.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 15/03/20.
Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am on 12/03/20, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 10:14
River Severn
River levels are beginning to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected between 3am and 9am tomorrow, 12/03/2020. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land and Roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn,the B4195 Stourport Road and the floodplain starts to fill. Predicted peaks Bewdley 3.4 to 3.7m Friday morning 13/03/2020 Worcester 4.3 to 4.6m Friday afternoon 13/03/2020, Diglis 3.6 to 3.9m Friday evening 13/03/2020.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 15/03/2020.
Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5pm on 11/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Mar 2020 18:23
River Severn
River levels are falling slowly, but remain high at Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may also be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County Cricket Ground.
Peaks occurred at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey Yacht Club and Saxons Lode river gauges on Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days which may cause river levels to rise again.
This message will be updated by 10am on Sunday, 08/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Mar 2020 09:03
River Severn
River levels are falling slowly, but remain high at Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may also be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Peaks occurred at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey Yacht Club and Saxons Lode on Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next four days which may cause river levels to rise again.
This message will be updated by 9pm on Saturday, 07/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Mar 2020 18:30
River Severn
River levels are falling slowly, but remain high at Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may also be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Peaks occurred at the Bewdley; Worcester; Diglis; Kempsey Yacht Club and Saxons Lode on Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next four days which may cause river levels to rise again.
This message will be updated by 10am on Saturday, 07/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Mar 2020 07:40
River Severn
River levels are falling slowly, but remain high at Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may also be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Peaks occurred at the Bewdley; Worcester; Diglis; Kempsey Yacht Club and Saxons Lode on Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend which may cause river levels to rise again.
This message will be updated by 9pm on Friday, 06/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Mar 2020 15:13
River Severn
River levels are high but falling slowly at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may also be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Peaks occurred at the Bewdley; Worcester; Diglis; Kempsey Yacht Club and Saxons Lode on Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend which may cause river levels to rise again.
This message will be updated by 8am on Friday, 06/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Mar 2020 06:44
River Severn
River levels are high but falling slowly at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may also be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Peaks occurred at the Bewdley; Worcester; Diglis; Kempsey Yacht Club and Saxons Lode on Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend which may cause river levels to rise again.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Thursday, 05/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Mar 2020 19:08
River Severn
River levels are falling but remain high at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may also be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Peaks occurred at the Bewdley; Worcester; Diglis; Kempsey Yacht Club and Saxons Lode on Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Further rain is forecast over the weekend which may cause for river levels to rise again.
This message will be updated by 7am on Thursday, 05/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Mar 2020 07:51
River Severn
River levels remain high, but falling slowly at the Bewdley and Worcester gauges and steady at the Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may also be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley peaked at 4.57m at 2am on Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Worcester peaked at 5.23m at midday Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Diglis peaked at 4.72m at midday Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 6.9m on Tuesday afternoon, 03/03/20.
Saxons Lode peaked at 5.11m overnight Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Further rain is forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high.
This message will be updated by 8pm on Wednesday, 04/03/2020, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 3 Mar 2020 21:37
River Severn
River levels remain high, but falling slowly at the Bewdley and Worcester gauges and steady at the Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may also be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley peaked at 4.57m at 2am on Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Worcester peaked at 5.23m at midday Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Diglis peaked at 4.72m at midday Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Kempsey Yacht Club 6.9m to 7.1m on Tuesday night, 03/03/20.
Saxons Lode 5.1 to 5.2m overnight Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Further rain is forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high.
This message will be updated by 08:00 on Wednesday, 04/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Mar 2020 15:53
River Severn
River levels remain high and steady at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may also be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley peaked at 4.57m at 2am on Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Worcester 5.2 to 5.3m on Tuesday afternoon, 03/03/20.
Diglis 4.7 to 4.8m on Tuesday afternoon, 03/03/20.
Kempsey Yacht Club 6.9m to 7.1m on Tuesday night, 03/03/20.
Saxons Lode 5.1 to 5.3m overnight Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Further rain is forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high.
This message will be updated by 23:00 on Tuesday, 03/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Mar 2020 07:58
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly and remain high at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley peaked at 4.57m at 2am on Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Worcester 5.2m to 5.3m on Tuesday afternoon, 03/03/20;
Diglis 4.7m to 4.8m on Tuesday afternoon, 03/03/20;
Kempsey Yacht Club 6.9m to 7.1m on Tuesday night, 03/03/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high.
This message will be updated by 16:00 on Tuesday, 03/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2020 23:20
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly and remain high at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 4.5m to 4.7m on Tuesday, 03/03/20;
Worcester 5.0m to 5.2m on Tuesday night, 03/03/20;
Diglis 4.6m to 4.7m on Tuesday night, 03/03/20;
Kempsey Yacht Club 6.9m to 7.0m on Tuesday night, 03/03/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high.
This message will be updated by 08:00am on Tuesday, 03/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2020 15:39
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly and remain high at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 4.4m to 4.8m on Tuesday, 03/03/20;
Worcester 5.1m to 5.2m on Tuesday night, 03/03/20;
Diglis 4.6m to 4.7m on Tuesday night, 03/03/20;
Kempsey Yacht Club 6.9m to 7.0m on Tuesday night, 03/03/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high.
This message will be updated by 01:00am on Tuesday 03/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2020 12:31
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley gauge.
River levels remain high but steady at the Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey & Saxons Lode gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 4.4m to 4.8m on Tuesday, 03/03/20;
Worcester 5.1m to 5.2m on Tuesday night, 03/03/20;
Diglis 4.6m to 4.7m on Tuesday night, 03/03/20;
Kempsey Yacht Club 6.9m to 7.0m on Tuesday night, 03/03/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Monday 02/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2020 11:25
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley gauge.
River levels remain high but steady at the Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey & Saxons Lode gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 4.4m to 4.8m on Tuesday, 03/03/20;
Worcester 5.2m to 5.4m on Tuesday evening, 03/03/20;
Diglis 4.7m to 4.9m on Tuesday evening, 03/03/20;
Kempsey Yacht Club 7.0m to 7.1m on Tuesday evening, 03/03/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Monday 02/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2020 08:04
River Severn
River levels are falling, but expected to rise again at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall within the catchment.
River levels remain high but steady at the Kempsey, Diglis and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 4.3m to 4.8m on Tuesday 03/03/20 during the evening, Worcester 5.2m to 5.4m on Tuesday evening, Diglis 4.7m to 4.9m on Tuesday evening, Kempsey Yacht Club 7.0m to 7.1m on Tuesday evening.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Monday 02/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 17:03
River Severn
River levels are falling but expected to rise again at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. River levels remain high at the Kempsey, Diglis and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
A predicted peak at the Bewdley river gauge of between 4.2 and 4.6m is expected on Tuesday morning 03/03/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high.
This message will be updated by 8am on Monday 02/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 08:24
River Severn
River levels are falling but expected to rise again at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. River levels remain high but steady at the Kempsey, Diglis and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
A predicted peak at the Bewdley river gauge of between 4.1 and 4.6m is expected on Tuesday morning 03/03/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high.
This message will be updated by 7pm on Sunday 01/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 01:58
River Severn
River levels are falling but expected to rise again at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. River levels remain high but steady at the Kempsey, Diglis and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
A predicted peak at the Bewdley river gauge of between 3.9 and 4.3m is expected on Tuesday morning 03/03/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high.
This message will be updated by 9am on Sunday 01/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 16:49
River Severn
River levels are falling but expected to rise again at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. River levels remain high but steady at the Kempsey, Diglis and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
A predicted peak at the Bewdley river gauge is between 4.3 to 4.5m overnight on Monday, 2/03/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
This message will be updated by 2am on Sunday 01/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 08:15
River Severn
River levels are falling slowly at the Bewdley, Worcester. River levels remain high but steady at the Kempsey, Diglis and Saxons Lode river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
A predicted peak at the Bewdley river gauge is between 4.3 to 4.6m overnight on Monday, 2/03/20.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend. Consequently, we expect river levels to raise again over the next few days.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Saturday 29/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 00:46
River Severn
River levels are falling slowly at the Bewdley, Worcester and Saxons Lode river gauges. River levels remain high but steady at the Kempsey and Diglis river gauges.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Recent rainfall, and further rainfall forecast overnight Friday into Saturday 29/02/2020 may cause river levels to rise again at Bewdley, with a predicted peak of between 4.3m and 4.6m on Monday evening 02/03/20. We expect river levels at other gauge locations to remain high, with no significant rises.
This message will be updated by 9am on Saturday 29/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 16:52
River Severn
River levels are falling slowly at Bewdley and Worcester, but are steady at Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Bewdley peaked at 5.48m on 26/02/20. Diglis peaked at 5.09m, Worcester at 5.79m, Kempsey at 7.2m and Saxons Lode at 5.38m on 27/02/20.
Further rainfall is forecast on Friday and Saturday, this is likely to cause river levels to rise again. A predicted peak at Bewdley between 4.2 and 4.6m on Monday evening, 02/03/20. We currently expect river levels to remain elevated as a result of this weekend’s rain.
This message will be updated by 1am on Saturday, 29/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 08:13
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode.
Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Bewdley peaked at 5.48m on 26/02/20.
Diglis peaked at 5.09m, Worcester at 5.79m, Kempsey at 7.2m and Saxons Lode at 5.38m on 27/02/20.
Further rainfall is forecast on Friday and Saturday, this is likely to cause river levels to rise again. This is predicted to peak at Bewdley between 4.2 and 4.6m on Monday evening, 02/03/20.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Friday, 28/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Feb 2020 23:51
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode. Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Bewdley peaked at 5.48m on 26/02/20. Diglis peaked at 5.09m, Worcester at 5.79m,
Kempsey at 7.2m and Saxons Lode at 5.38m on 27/02/20.
Further rainfall is forecast on Friday and Saturday, this is likely to cause river levels to rise again. We are closely monitoring the situation & checking defences.
This message will be updated by 9am on Friday, 28/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Feb 2020 17:58
River Severn
River levels remain high but falling slowly at Bewdley, Worcester and Diglis. River levels are high and steady at Kempsey & Saxons Lode. Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Bewdley peaked Wednesday afternoon at 5.48m, which is slightly higher than last week. Diglis peaked at 5.09 metres earlier this morning as did Worcester at 5.9 metres
Other predicted peaks:
Kempsey 7.2 to 7.25m on Thursday evening;
Saxons Lode 5.35 to 5.45m on Thursday evening.
The forecast is unsettled for the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation & checking defences.
This message will be updated by 1am on Friday, 28/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Feb 2020 07:30
River Severn
River levels remain high but steady at Bewdley and are rising slowly at Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey & Saxons Lode. Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Bewdley peaked Wednesday afternoon at 5.48m, which is slightly higher than last week.
Other predicted peaks:
Kempsey 7.2 to 7.25m on Thursday morning;
Diglis 5.05 to 5.15m on Thursday morning;
Worcester 5.75 to 5.85m on Thursday morning;
Saxons Lode 5.35 to 5.45m on Thursday morning.
The forecast is unsettled for the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation & checking defences.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Thursday, 27/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Feb 2020 00:40
River Severn
River levels remain high but steady at Bewdley and are rising slowly at Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey & Saxons Lode. Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding is also affecting Worcester racecourse & the County cricket ground.
Bewdley is peaking at about 5.45m, which is slightly higher than last week.
Other predicted peaks:
Kempsey 7.2 to 7.25m overnight Wednesday night;
Diglis 5.05 to 5.15m overnight Wednesday night;
Worcester 5.75 to 5.85m overnight Wednesday night;
Saxons Lode 5.35 to 5.45m on Thursday morning.
The forecast is unsettled for the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation & checking defences.
This message will be updated by 9am on Thursday, 27/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 16:51
River Severn
River levels are rising at Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey & Saxons Lode. Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peak at Bewdley 5.45 to 5.55m overnight tonight; slightly higher than last week’s peaks; Kempsey 7.2 to 7.3m overnight tonight; Diglis 5.0 to 5.2m overnight tonight; Worcester 5.8 to 6m tonight; Saxons Lode 5.4 to 5.6m today.
The forecast is unsettled for the next few days we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation & checking defences.
This message will be updated by 1am on Thursday, 27/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 07:14
River Severn
River levels are rising at Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey & Saxons Lode gauges. Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:
Bewdley 5.45 to 5.6m on 26/02/20;
Diglis 5.0 to 5.2m on 26/02/20;
Kempsey 7.2 to 7.4m on 27/02/20;
These are slightly higher to last week’s peaks.
Worcester 5.7 to 5.9m on 26/02/20;
Saxons Lode 5.4 to 5.6m on 27/02/20.
These are similar to last week’s peaks.
The forecast is unsettled for the next few days we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation & checking defences. This message will be updated by 5pm on Wednesday, 26/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 00:00
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey & Saxons Lode gauges. Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks:
Bewdley 5.4 to 5.6m on 26/02/20;
Worcester 5.7 to 5.9m on 26/02/20;
Diglis 5.0 to 5.3m on 26/02/20;
Kempsey 7.2 to 7.4m on 26/02/20;
Saxons Lode 5.3 to 5.6m on 27/02/20. These are similar or higher to last week’s peaks.
The forecast remains unsettled for the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation & checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am on Wednesday, 26/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 16:27
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey & Saxons Lode gauges. Flooding is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse & Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks;
Bewdley 5.3 to 5.5m on 26/02/20;
Worcester 5.6 to 5.9m on 26/02/20;
Diglis 5.1 to 5.4m on 26/02/20;
Kempsey 7.2 to 7.5m on 26/02/20;
Saxons Lode 5.5 to 5.8m on 27/02/20. These are similar or higher to last weeks peaks.
The forecast remains unsettled for the next few days, which may cause river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation & checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 1am on Wednesday, 26/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 07:45
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode gauges. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks
Bewdley 5.5 to 5.6m on 26/02/20;
Worcester 5.4 to 5.8m on 26/02/20;
Diglis 4.8 to 5.0m on 26/02/20;
Kempsey 6.7 to 7.2m on 26/02/20;
Saxons Lode 5.0 to 5.5m on 27/02/20.
The forecast remains unsettled for the next few days, which may cause river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation, incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5pm Tuesday, 25/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 00:33
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode gauges. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks –
Bewdley 5.2 to 5.5m on 26/02/20;
Worcester 5.4 to 5.7m on 26/02/20;
Diglis 4.8 to 5.2m on 26/02/20;
Kempsey 6.7 to 7.2m on 26/02/20;
Saxons Lode 5.0 to 5.5m on 27/02/20.
The forecast remains unsettled which may cause river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am Tuesday, 25/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 16:49
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode gauges. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks at: Bewdley of 5.2 to 5.5m; Worcester of 5.4 to 5.7m; Diglis of 4.8 to 5.2m; Kempsey of 6.7 to 7.1m; on Wednesday 26/02/20. Predicted peak at Saxons Lode of 5.0 to 5.5m on Thursday 27/02/20. The forecast remains unsettled which may cause river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 1am Tuesday, 25/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 07:59
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks at: Bewdley of 4.7 to 5.2m; Worcester of 5.3 to 5.6m; Diglis of 4.6 to 5m; Kempsey of 6.7 to 7.1m; Saxons Lode of 4.9 to 5.4m on Wednesday, 26/02/20. The forecast remains unsettled which may cause river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Monday, the 24/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 00:38
River Severn
River levels will rise at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground.
Predicted peaks at: Bewdley of 5 to 5.4m on Wednesday, 26/02/20; Worcester of 5.5 to 6m; Diglis of 5 to 5.5m; Kempsey of 7 to 7.5m; Saxons Lode of 5.3 to 5.6m all on Thursday, the 27/02/20. Rainfall over the next 12 hours may cause river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am on Monday, the 24/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 19:34
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks are: Bewdley between 5 and 5.4m on Wednesday, 26/02/20; all the following peaks are expected on Thursday, 27/02/20: Worcester between 5.5 and 6m; Diglis between 5 and 5.5m; Kempsey between 7 and 7.5m; Saxons Lode between 5.3 and 5.6m. Further rain is forecast over the next 24 hours which may cause river levels to raise again. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 1am on Monday, 24/02/20.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 07:51
River Severn
River levels remain high but steady at the Bewdley, Worcester, Diglis, Kempsey and Saxons Lode river gauges. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
Bewdley peaked on Wednesday 19/02/20;
Worcester peaked on Wednesday 19/02/20;
Diglis peaked on Monday 17/02/20;
Kempsey peaked on Monday, 17/02/20;
Saxons Lode peaked on Monday 17/02/20.
Further rain is forecast over the next 24 hours, as a result we expect river levels to start rising again. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 8pm on Sunday, 23/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 19:34
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling at the Bewdley river gauge. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
Bewdley peaked on Wednesday 19/02/20;
Worcester peaked on Wednesday 19/02/20;
Diglis peaked on Monday 17/02/20;
Saxons Lode peaked on Monday 17/02/20.
Further rain is forecast over the next 24 hours, as a result we expect river levels to start rising again. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 8am on Sunday, 23/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 08:08
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
Bewdley peaked on Wednesday morning 19/02/20;
Worcester peaked on Wednesday afternoon 19/02/20;
Diglis peaked on Monday morning 17/02/20;
Saxons Lode peaked on Monday afternoon 17/02/20
Further rain is forecast over the next 24 hours, as a result river levels may rise. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 8pm on Saturday, 22/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 16:38
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
Bewdley peaked on Wednesday morning 19/02/20;
Worcester peaked on Wednesday afternoon 19/02/20;
Diglis peaked on Monday morning 17/02/20;
Saxons Lode peaked on Monday afternoon 17/02/20
Further rain is forecast, as a result we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am on Saturday, 22/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 08:07
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
Bewdley peaked on Wednesday morning 19/02/20;
Worcester peaked on Wednesday afternoon 19/02/20;
Diglis peaked on Monday morning 17/02/20;
Saxons Lode peaked on Monday afternoon 17/02/20
Further rain is forecast, as a result we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Friday, 21/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 23:21
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
Predicted peaks:
Bewdley peaked on Wednesday morning 19/02/20;
Worcester peaked on Wednesday afternoon 19/02/20;
Diglis peaked on Monday morning 17/02/20;
Saxons Lode peaked on Monday afternoon 17/02/20
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, as a result we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am on Friday, 21/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 16:30
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
Predicted peaks: Bewdley peaked on Wednesday morning 19/02/20; Worcester peaked on Wednesday afternoon 19/02/20; Diglis peaked on Monday morning 17/02/20;
Saxons Lode peaked on Monday afternoon 17/02/20. Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, as a result we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 1am on Friday, 21/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 08:34
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley peaked at 5.24m on Wednesday 19/02/20;
Worcester peaked at 5.68m on Wednesday 19/02/20;
Diglis peaked at 5.27m on Monday 17/02/20;
Saxons Lode peaked at 5.49m on Monday 17/02/20
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, as a result we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Thursday, 20/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 00:39
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley has peaked and levels are slowly falling.
Worcester has peaked and levels remain steady.
Diglis has peaked and levels remain steady.
Saxons Lode has peaked and levels remain steady
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, as a result we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am on Thursday, 20/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2020 16:57
River Severn
River levels are remain high at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 5.2 to 5.3m Wednesday 19/02/20.
Worcester 5.65 to 5.75m Wednesday 19/02/20.
Diglis 5.0 to 5.1m Wednesday 20/02/20.
Saxons Lode 5.5 to 5.7m Wednesday 19/02/20.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 1am on Thursday, 20/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2020 07:43
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 5.2 to 5.3m Wednesday morning, 19/02/20.
Worcester 5.65 to 5.75m Wednesday afternoon, 19/02/20.
Diglis 4.8 to 5.1m Wednesday evening into Thursday morning, 20/02/20.
Saxons Lode 5.5 to 5.7m Wednesday, 19/02/20.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Wednesday, 19/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2020 02:42
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
The following peaks are forecast at:-
Bewdley of 5.2 to 5.4m on 19/02/20.
Worcester of 5.6 to 5.8m on 19/02/20.
Diglis of 4.8 to 5.1m on 19/02/20.
Saxons Lode of 5.5 to 5.7m on 19/02/20.
Scattered showers are expected over the next 24 hours with persistent rain forecast from midday Wednesday 19/02/2020. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am on Wednesday, 19/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2020 17:35
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
The following peaks are forecast:-
Bewdley of 5.1 to 5.4m on 19/02/20.
Worcester of 5.6 to 5.8m on 19/02/20.
Diglis of 4.8 to 5.1m on 19/02/20.
Saxons Lode of 5.5 to 5.7m on 19/02/20.
Scattered showers are expected over the next 24 hours with persistent rain forecast from midday Wednesday 19/02/2020. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 3am on Wednesday, 19/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2020 09:52
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
The following peaks are forecast:-
Bewdley of 5.1 to 5.4m overnight tonight, 18/02/20.
Worcester of 5.6 to 5.7m on 18/02/20.
Diglis of 5.2 to 5.3m on 18/02/20.
Saxons Lode of 5.5 to 5.7m on 19/02/20.
Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7.4m Monday, 17/02/20.
Scattered showers are expected over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 6pm 18/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2020 02:36
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
The following peaks are forecast:-
Bewdley 5.1 to 5.4m on 18/02/20.
Kempsey 7.4 to 7.6m overnight 18/02/20 into 19/02/20.
Worcester 5.6 to 5.7m 18/02/20.
Diglis 5.2 to 5.3m 18/02/20.
Saxons Lode 5.5 to 5.7m late on 18/02/2020 into 19/02/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10am 18/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 18:35
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
The following peaks are forecast:-
Bewdley 4.6 to 4.8m on 18/02/20.
Kempsey 7.4 to 7.5m overnight tonight, 18/02/20.
Worcester 5.6 to 5.7m 18/02/20.
Diglis 5.2 to 5.3m 18/02/20.
Saxons Lode 5.7 to 6m 18/02/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 3am 18/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 10:21
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
The following peaks are forecast:-
Bewdley 4.6 to 4.8m on 18/02/20.
Kempsey 7.4 to 7.5m overnight tonight into Tuesday, 18/02/20.
Worcester 5.6 to 5.7m 18/02/20.
Diglis 5.2 to 5.3m 18/02/20.
Saxons Lode 5.2 to 5.4m 18/02/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 6pm 17/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 17:56
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley, the Riverside Path Stourport and the B4194 at Ribsford.
The following peaks are forecast:-
Bewdley 4.7 to 5.1m on 18/02/20.
Kempsey 7.2 to 7.4m overnight.
Worcester 5.3 to 5.6m 19/02/20.
Diglis 5.1 to 5.4m 19/02/20.
Saxons Lode 5.2 to 5.6m 18/02/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 4am 17/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 08:27
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road at Rickets Place, Dog Lane Bewdley,the Riverside Path Stourport and The B4194 at Ribsford.
The following peaks are forecast as a result of Storm Dennis:
Bewdley 4.9 to 5.3m this afternoon. Kempsey 6.9 to 7.3m Tuesday. Worcester 5.0 to 5.5m Wednesday. Diglis 4.4 to 4.8m Wednesday. Saxons Lode 5.0 to 5.5m Tuesday.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours as a result of Storm Dennis. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 6pm today, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 17:52
River Severn
River levels remain high on the river Severn. Flooding is affecting low lying land and Roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, the B4195 Stourport Road and the floodplain starts to fill.
The following peaks are forecast for next week as a result of Storm Dennis:-
Bewdley 4.1 to 4.6m overnight Tuesday 18/02/20.
Kempsey 6.6 to 6.95m Tuesday morning 18/02/20.
Worcester 4.6 to 5.1m Wednesday morning 19/02/20.
Diglis 4.2 to 4.7m Wednesday 19/02/20.
Saxons Lode 4.7 to 5.2m Tuesday afternoon 18/02/20
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours as a result of Storm Dennis. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 9am Sunday, 16/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 08:36
River Severn
River levels remain high on the river Severn. Flooding is affecting low lying land and Roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn,the B4195 Stourport Road and the floodplain starts to fill.
The following peaks are forecast for next week as a result of Storm Dennis:-
Bewdley 4.1 to 4.6m overnight Tuesday 18/02/20.
Kempsey 6.6 to 6.95m Tuesday morning 18/02/20.
Worcester 4.6 to 5.1m Wednesday morning 19/02/20.
Diglis 4.2 to 4.7m Wednesday 19/02/20.
Saxons Lode 4.6 to 5.1m overnight Tuesday 18/02/20
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 6pm on 15/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2020 17:15
River Severn
River levels remain high on the river Severn. Flooding is affecting low lying land and Roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn,the B4195 Stourport Road and the floodplain starts to fill.
Peaks:
Yesterday, 13/02/20, Bewdley peaked at 3.65m.
Today, 14/02/20, Worcester peaked at 4.49m, Diglis peaked at 4.1m, and Saxons Lode is currently peaking at 4.7m.
The following peaks are forecast for next week as a result of Storm Dennis:-
Bewdley 4.1 to 4.6m Tuesday 18/02/20.
Kempsey 6.4 to 7m Tuesday, 18/02/20.
Worcester 4.6 to 5.1m Wednesday, 19/02/20.
Diglis 4.2 to 4.7m Wednesday 19/02/20.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am on 15/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Feb 2020 09:23
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and Roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn,the B4195 Stourport Road and the floodplain starts to fill.
Bewdley peaked at 3.65m on 13/02/20.
Worcester peaked at 4.49m on 14/02/20
Diglis peaked at 4.1m on 14/02/20
Predicted peaks:-
Kempsey 6.2 to 6.3m this morning, 14/02/20
Saxons lode 4.6 to 4.7m this morning, 14/02/20
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5 pm on 14/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 16:38
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and Roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn,the B4195 Stourport Road and the floodplain starts to fill.
Bewdley peaked at 3.65m this morning 13/02/20.
Predicted peaks:-
Worcester 4.3 to 4.6m tonight 13/02/20,
Diglis 3.8 to 4.2m tonight 13/02/20,
Kempsey 5.9 to 6.3m tonight 13/02/20
Saxons lode 4.3 to 4.6m Friday morning 14/02/20
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10am on 14/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2020 08:59
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and Roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn,the B4195 Stourport Road and the floodplain starts to fill.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 3.6 to 3.8m this morning 13/02/20,
Worcester 4.3 to 4.6m tonight 13/02/20,
Diglis 3.8 to 4.2m tonight 13/02/20,
Kempsey 5.9 to 6.3m tonight 13/02/20
Saxons lode 4.3 to 4.6m Friday morning 14/02/20
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. Further unsettled weather is forecast over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 6 pm on 13/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 17:40
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and Roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn,the B4195 Stourport Road and the floodplain starts to fill.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 3.6 to 3.9m tomorrow morning 13/02/20,
Worcester 4.4 to 4.8m tomorrow evening 13/02/20,
Diglis 4.0 to 4.4m tomorrow evening 13/02/20,
Kempsey 6.1 to 6.5m on 14/02/20
Saxons lode 4.5 to 4.8m on 14/02/20
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. Further unsettled weather is forecast over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10 am on 13/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 14:00
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low lying land and Roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn,the B4195 Stourport Road and the floodplain starts to fill.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 3.6 to 3.7m tomorrow morning 13/02/20,
Worcester 4.4 to 4.5m tomorrow morning 13/02/20,
Diglis 3.9 to 4.1m tomorrow morning 13/02/20,
Kempsey 5.8 to 6.1m overnight 12/02/20
Saxons Lode 4.5 to 4.7 m 14/02/20
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. Further unsettled weather is forecast over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 7 pm on 12/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 12:41
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Bewdley river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. The risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low lying land and Roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn,the B4195 Stourport Road and the floodplain starts to fill.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 3.6m to 3.7m tomorrow morning 13/02/20,
Worcester 4.4m to 4.5m tomorrow morning 13/02/20,
Diglis 3.9m to 4.1m tomorrow morning 13/02/20,
Kempsey 5.8m-6.1m overnight 12/02/20
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. Further unsettled weather is forecast over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 7 pm on 12/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 07:12
River Severn
rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low lying land and Roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn,the B4195 Stourport Road and the floodplain starts to fill.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 3.6m to 3.7m tomorrow morning 13/02/20,
Worcester 4.4m to 4.5m tomorrow morning 13/02/20,
Diglis 3.9m to 4.1m tomorrow morning 13/02/20,
Kempsey 5.8m-6.1m overninght 12/02/20
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. Further unsettled weather is forecast over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 2pm on 12/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 17:33
River Severn
River levels continue to rise at the Saxons Lode river gauge. Flooding continues. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Flooding may be affecting South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate closed at Upton upon Severn. New Street Upton is already flooding and may be impassable.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 3.5m to 3.6m on 12/02/20
Worcester 4.4m to 4.5m on 12/02/20
Diglis 3.6m to 3.8m on 12/02/20
Kempsey 5.6 to 5.8m on 12/02/20
Saxons Lode 4.4 to 4.7m on 14/02/20
Further unsettled weather is forecast over the next few days. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 8am on 12/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 12:26
River Severn
River levels continue to rise at the Saxons Lode river gauge. Flooding continues. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Flooding may be affecting South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate closed at Upton upon Severn. New Street Upton is already flooding and may be impassable.
Predicted peaks:-
Bewdley 3.5m to 3.6m on 12/02/20
Worcester 4.4m to 4.5m on 12/02/20
Diglis 3.6m to 3.8m on 12/02/20
Kempsey 5.1 to 5.5m on 12/02/20
Saxons Lode 4.4 to 4.7m on 14/02/20
Further unsettled weather is forecast over the next few days. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 7pm on 11/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 08:40
River Severn
River levels continue to rise at the Saxons Lode river gauge. Flooding continues. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Other locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke and Upton upon Severn. Flooding may be affecting South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground. New street Gate closed at Upton upon Severn. New Street Upton is already flooding and may be impassable.
All predicted peaks are expected tomorrow, 12/02/20:-
Bewdley 3.3m to 3.5m
Worcester 4.0m to 4.2m
Diglis 3.6m to 3.8m
Kempsey 5.0-5.4m
Further unsettled weather is forecast over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 1pm on 11/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 16:02
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Worcester (Barbourne) river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and the Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:- Bewdley 3.3m to 3.8m, Worcester 4.2m to 4.6m, Diglis 3.8m to 4.2m, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.2m to 5.5m on Wednesday.
Further showers is forecast over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9am, 11/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2020 16:10
River Severn
River levels are high but steady at the Diglis (Worcester) river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today 18/01/20. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Worcester peaked at 3.88m at 10:15pm 15/01/20, Diglis peaked at 3.58m at 10:15pm 15/01/20, Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 5.76m at 10pm 15/01/20. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers. This message will be updated by 10am on 19/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2020 09:37
River Severn
River levels are high but steady at the Diglis (Worcester) river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today 18/01/20. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Worcester peaked at 3.88m at 10.15pm 15/01/20, Diglis peaked at 3.58m at 10.15pm 15/01/20, Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 5.76m at 10pm 15/01/20. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers. This message will be updated by 5pm on 18/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2020 15:55
River Severn
River levels are high but steady at the Diglis (Worcester) river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today 17/01/20. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:-, Worcester peaked at 3.88m at 10.15pm 15/01/20, Diglis peaked at 3.58m at 10.15pm 15/01/20, Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 5.76m at 10pm 15/01/20. Isolated showers and outbreaks of rain are forecast for the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers. This message will be updated by 10am on 18/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2020 09:35
River Severn
River levels are high but steady at the Diglis (Worcester) river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today 17/01/20. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:-, Worcester peaked at 3.88m at 10.15pm 15/01/20, Diglis peaked at 3.58m at 10.15pm 15/01/20, Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 5.76m at 10pm 15/01/20. Isolated showers and outbreaks of rain are forecast for the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers. This message will be updated by 5pm on 17/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2020 15:09
River Severn
River levels are high but steady at the Diglis (Worcester) river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today 16/01/20 and tomorrow 17/01/20. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:-, Worcester 3.9m to 4m the evening of 18/01, Diglis 3.6m to 3.7m the evening of 18/01, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.7m to 5.8m the evening of 18/01. Rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers. This message will be updated by 10am on 17/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2020 09:11
River Severn
River levels are high but steady at the Diglis (Worcester) river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today 16/01/20 and tomorrow 17/01/20. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:-, Worcester 3.8m to 3.9m this morning, Diglis peaked at 3.6m, Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 5.8m during the evening of 15/01/2020. Rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers. This message will be updated by 5pm on 16/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2020 14:52
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Diglis (Worcester) river gauge as a result of rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today 15/01/20 and tomorrow 16/01/20. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:-, Worcester 3.7m to 3.9m Wednesday evening, Diglis 3.3m to 3.5m Wednesday evening, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.7m to 5.8m overnight Wednesday. Rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers. This message will be updated by 10am on 16/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2020 09:04
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Diglis (Worcester) river gauge as a result of rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today 15/01/20 and tomorrow 16/01/20. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:-, Worcester 3.6m to 3.7m Wednesday afternoon, Diglis 3.3m to 3.5m Wednesday afternoon, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.5m to 5.7m Wednesday afternoon.
Rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers.
This message will be updated by 5pm on 15/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 17:18
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Diglis (Worcester) river gauge as a result of rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today 14/01/20 and tomorrow 15/01/20. Flooding is affecting low lying land and Roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn. South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:-, Worcester 3.4m to 3.6m Wednesday morning, Diglis 3.1m to 3.3m Wednesday morning, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.0m to 5.2m Wednesday morning.
Rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to rise for the next few days.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers.
This message will be updated by 9am on 15/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 13:56
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Diglis (Worcester) river gauge as a result of rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today 14/01/20. Flooding is affecting low lying land and Roads adjacent to the River from Highley to Tewkesbury. Locations that may be affected include Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn. South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath. Flooding from drains may also be affecting the racecourse and Worcester County cricket ground. Predicted peaks:-, Worcester 3.4m to 3.6m Wednesday morning, Diglis 3.4m to 3.6m wednesday morning, Kempsey Yacht Club 5.2m to 5.5m wednesday afternoon.
Rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to rise for the next few days.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers.
This message will be updated by 5pm on 14/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2019 09:14
River Severn
River levels are high but falling slowly on the River Severn. Flooding of roads and farmland continues in places. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground. In Upton, New Street, Waterside and Dunns Lane gates are closed.
Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7m on 21/12/19,
Bewdley peaked at 3.3m on 20/12/19,
Worcester peaked at 4.7m on 21/12/19,
Diglis peaked at 4.6m on 21/12/19,
Saxons Lode peaked at 5m on 22/12/19.
Further rainfall is forecast today, 26/12/19 and into Friday, 27/12/19, which may cause levels to rise again. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying roads and footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 4pm on Thursday, 26/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2019 09:06
River Severn
River levels are high but falling slowly on the River Severn. Flooding of roads and farmland continues in places. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground. In Upton, New Street, Waterside and Dunns Lane gates are closed.
Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7m on 21/12/19,
Bewdley peaked at 3.3m on 20/12/19,
Worcester peaked at 4.7m on 21/12/19,
Diglis peaked at 4.6m on 21/12/19,
Saxons Lode peaked at 5m on 22/12/19.
Further rainfall is forecast on Thursday, 26/12/19 into Friday, 27/12/19. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying roads and footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10am on Thursday, 26/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2019 15:57
River Severn
River levels are high but falling slowly on the River Severn. Flooding of roads and farmland continues in places. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground. In Upton, New Street, Waterside and Dunns Lane gates are closed.
Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7m on, 21/12/19,
Bewdley peaked at 3.3m on, 20/12/19,
Worcester peaked at 4.7m on, 21/12/19,
Diglis peaked at 4.6m on, 21/12/19,
Saxons Lode peaked at 5m on, 22/12/19.
Further rainfall is forecast on Thursday, 26/12/19 into Friday, 27/12/19. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying roads and footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10am on Wednesday, 25/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2019 07:46
River Severn
River levels are high but falling slowly on the River Severn. Flooding of roads and farmland continues in places. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground. In Upton, New Street, Waterside and Dunns Lane gates are closed.
Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7m on, 21/12/19,
Bewdley peaked at 3.3m on, 20/12/19,
Worcester peaked at 4.7m on, 21/12/19,
Diglis peaked at 4.6m on, 21/12/19,
Saxons Lode peaked at 5m on, 22/12/19.
Further rainfall is forecast on Thursday, 26/12/19 into Friday, 27/12/19. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying roads and footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 4pm on Tuesday, 24/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2019 15:25
River Severn
River levels are high but falling slowly on the River Severn. Flooding of roads and farmland continues. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground. In Upton, New Street, Waterside and Dunns Lane gates are closed.
Peaks:
Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7m on the, 21/12/19,
Bewdley peaked at 3.3m on the, 20/12/19,
Worcester peaked at 4.7m on the, 21/12/19,
Diglis peaked at 4.6m on the, 21/12/19,
Saxons Lode peaked at 5m on the, 22/12/19.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight and tomorrow and again Thursday 26/12/19 into Friday 27/12/19. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying roads and footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 9am on 24/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2019 08:08
River Severn
River Severn levels remain high as a result of recent rain but are falling slowly. Flooding of roads and farmland continues. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground. In Upton, New Street, Waterside and Dunns Lane gates are closed.
Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7m on the 21/12/19, Bewdley peaked at 3.29 on the, 20/12/19, Worcester peaked at 4.7 on the 21/12/19, Diglis peaked at 4.6m on the 21/12/19, Saxons Lode peaked at 5m on the 22/12/19. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying roads and footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 4pm on Monday the 23/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2019 15:52
River Severn
River Severn levels remain high and steady as a result of recent rain. Flooding of roads and farmland continues. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground. In Upton, New Street, Waterside and Dunns Lane gates are closed. Predicted peaks - Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 7m on 21/12/19, Bewdley peaked at 3.29 on the 20/12/19, Worcester peaked at 4.7 on 21/12/19, Diglis peaked at 4.6m on the 21/12/19; Saxons Lode peaked at 5m this morning the 22/12/19. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying roads and footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 9 am on Monday, 23/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Dec 2019 07:56
River Severn
River Severn levels remain high and steady as a result of recent rain. Flooding of roads and farmland continues. Flooding is affecting low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury, including Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton, South Quay, Diglis Parade and the Hylton Road towpath, Worcester racecourse and County cricket ground. In Upton, New Street, Waterside and Dunns Lane gates are closed. Predicted peaks - Kempsey Yacht Club peaked at 6.9m on 21/12/19, Bewdley peaked at 3.29 on the 20/12/19, Worcester peaked at 4.7 on 21/12/19, Diglis peaked at 4.6m on the 21/12/19; Saxons Lode is peaking at 5m this morning the 22/12/19. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying roads and footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 4 pm on Sunday, 22/12/19, or as the situation changes.