Flood Warning Info - River Cale at Wincanton, riverside properties
Area Description
Hopkins Court, Bennetts Field Trading Estate, Whitehall, Moor Lane and part of the A371.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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There are no Flood Warnings currently in force for this area. See below for historical flood warnings.
Area Covered by this Flood Warning
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Flood Warning History
Number of historic Flood Warnings that have previously been recorded for this area:
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 19:00
River Cale
River levels are rising steadily on the River Cale due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Hopkins Court, Bennetts Field Trading Estate, Whitehall, Moor Lane and part of the A371; Hopkins Court, Bennetts Field Trading Estate, Whitehall, Moor Lane and part of the A372.
Flooding is expected at Hopkins Court, Bennetts Field Trading Estate, Whitehall, Moor Lane and part of the A371; Hopkins Court, Bennetts Field Trading Estate, Whitehall, Moor Lane and part of the A372 from 07:00 PM on 04/01/2024.
No further rainfall is forecast.
River levels are expected to remain high, but the risk of flooding to properties remains.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Oct 2021 03:47
River Cale
This Flood Warning has been issued because flooding is expected this morning on 21/10/2021 between 04:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Cale, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Hopkins Court, Bennetts Field Trading Estate, Whitehall, Moor Lane and part of the A371; Hopkins Court, Bennetts Field Trading Estate, Whitehall, Moor Lane and part of the A372.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Move family, pets and cars to safety and turn off gas, electricity and water if it is safe to do so.
Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 21/10/2021, or as the situation changes.