Flood Warning Info - River Brue and Glastonbury Millstream from Lovington to Highbridge, low lying properties
Area Description
Tootle Bridge, Catsham, Church Moor at Baltonsborough, Street Drove, the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road, Westhay Bridge and Tadham Moor.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 5 Dec 2024 07:56
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this morning.
Flooding is expected when river levels are at their highest from 8:30 AM on 05/12/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Brue, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough.
Further flooding is expected tomorrow as river levels will rise due to forecast rainfall.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and closely monitoring the situation and are checking rivers for blockages.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Refer to local authority website for road closures.
This message will be updated by 04:00 PM on 05/12/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Nov 2024 15:55
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels remain high and flooding is expected on Sunday afternoon and into the evening.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Brue, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury are at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping is forecast at Baltonsborough.
Further flooding is expected today as river levels remain high. Rainfall this afternoon is forecast to cause a further rise in river level, with the peak around 11 PM. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Act on your flood plan if you have one, and consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. Don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 25/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Nov 2024 06:37
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this morning. Flooding is expected from 6:30 AM on 24/11/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Brue, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping is forecast at Baltonsborough.
Further flooding is expected this morning as river levels are high and forecast to rise further due to heavy rainfall. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and closely monitoring the situation.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. Don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 6:00 PM on 24/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Nov 2024 12:00
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels on the River Brue at Lovington are rising. Flooding is expected from noon today, Tuesday 19/11/2024.
Areas most at risk include roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough.
Further rainfall is forecast this evening. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels closely and checking rivers for blockages.
Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 19/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Oct 2024 11:13
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding from 11 AM on Saturday 19/10/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Brue, with low lying properties, land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury are at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream, and overtopping is forecast at Baltonsborough.
Flooding is expected today as river levels rise and remain high following last night's rainfall. Today is forecast to be dry, however further rain is expected on Sunday morning.
We are closely monitoring the situation and staff are checking rivers for blockages.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. Don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Oct 2024 01:47
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding from 1:30 AM on 17/10/2024.
Areas most at risk include roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury are at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream, and river overtopping is forecast at Baltonsborough.
Flooding is expected this morning as river levels rise and remain high following yesterday's heavy rainfall. Weather conditions are forecast to improve on Thursday and Friday before a return to unsettled conditions towards the weekend. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one, and consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Oct 2024 20:26
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
Flooding is expected when river levels are at their highest between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM on 08/10/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect roads and low lying land next to the River Brue, but may not get high enough to reach property.
We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Please refer to the local authority website TravelSomerset for road closures.
Tomorrow, weather conditions are expected to improve and no further flooding is expected.
This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 09/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Sep 2024 06:30
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels are rising on the River Brue at Lovington as a result of heavy overnight rainfall. Flooding is expected from 6:30 AM on Monday 30 September 2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Brue, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough.
Further flooding is expected throughout the morning as river levels are rising due to heavy rainfall.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and closely monitoring the situation.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions.
This message will be updated by 3:00 PM on 30/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
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Flood Warning issued on 1 Apr 2024 03:07
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels are rising on the River Brue due to heavy rainfall. This Flood Warning has been issued as flooding is expected this morning, Monday 01/04/2024, from 3:30AM onwards. Areas most at risk include roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford, and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury are at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream overtopping, and river overtopping at Baltonsborough is expected. The rainfall has now largely passed out of the area. However, the River Brue is expected to remain high into Monday afternoon.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels closely and staff have been checking rivers in the area for blockages. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. Please do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on Monday, 01/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2024 13:45
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels are rising on the River Brue following the rainfall this morning. This Flood Warning has been issued as flooding is expected this afternoon, Wednesday, 21/02/2024, from 2:30PM onwards. Areas most at risk include roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford, and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury are at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream overtopping, and river overtopping at Baltonsborough is expected. The rainfall has now largely passed out of the area and the forecast is dry for the rest of the day. However, the River Brue is expected to remain high into Wednesday night and further rainfall is forecast from early Thursday morning.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels closely and staff have been checking rivers in the area for blockages. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. Please do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on Thursday, 22/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Feb 2024 14:13
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels remain high on the River Brue following Saturday night’s heavy rainfall. The Lovington river gauge peaked at 11 AM on Sunday morning and levels are now falling.
Areas forecast to be affected include roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford, and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury are at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream overtopping, and river overtopping at Baltonsborough is expected.
The forecast is predominantly dry for the remainder of Sunday, and although river levels are still high, we expect them to continue falling during this period. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels closely, and staff are checking rivers in the area.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Remain aware of local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 2 PM on Monday 19/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Feb 2024 19:15
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Brue tonight due to heavy rainfall. This Flood Warning has been issued because flooding is expected tomorrow morning, Sunday 18/02/2024, from 5 AM onwards.
Areas most at risk include roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford, and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury are at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream overtopping, and river overtopping at Baltonsborough is expected.
The forecast is predominantly dry for Sunday afternoon, however it may take several hours for river levels to start falling after the current band of rain moves out of the area. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels closely and staff have been checking rivers in the area for blockages.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and consider activating any property flood protection products you may have. Please do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on Sunday 18/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Feb 2024 10:51
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
The river levels are rising on the River Brue at Lovington due to the recent rainfall.
This Flood Warning has been issued because flooding is expected this morning on 09/02/2024 from 11:00 AM and will remain a risk into the afternoon.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Brue, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough.
Further light rainfall is forecast this afternoon.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are clearing debris from weed screens and checking rivers for blockages.
Consider activating any property flood protection products you have. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 20:52
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels have risen on the River Brue due to heavy rainfall earlier today. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Brue, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough this evening and overnight tonight.
Further rainfall is forecast this evening, but this is expected to clear the area by midnight. River levels are expected to remain high tonight and into Friday morning. Friday and the weekend are forecast to be largely dry. We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have, and start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 4 PM on 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Dec 2023 03:44
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels are currently rising on the River Brue at Lovington due to the recent rainfall. Flooding may affect locations near the River Brue, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford, and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road today, 31/12/23. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury are at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough. The weather is forecast to remain unsettled with further rain, heavy at times, over the next few days.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels, and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle, or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 6.00pm 31/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Dec 2023 12:21
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels are currently are beginning to fall on the River Brue at Lovington due to the overnight rainfall. Flooding may affect locations near the River Brue, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford, and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road, from 09:00 AM today, Tuesday 12th December. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury are at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough. The rainfall has now passed out of the area although isolated showers remain possible for Tuesday and Wednesday. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels, and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle, or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by midday on Wednesday, 13th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Dec 2023 08:48
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels are currently rising on the River Brue at Lovington due to the overnight rainfall. Flooding may affect locations near the River Brue, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford, and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road, from 09:00 AM today, Tuesday 12th December. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury are at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough. The rainfall has now passed out of the area although isolated showers remain possible for Tuesday and Wednesday. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels, and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle, or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 06:00 PM 12th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Dec 2023 11:48
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels are currently rising on the River Brue at Lovington due to the overnight rainfall. Flooding may affect locations near the River Brue, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford, and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road, from 12:00 PM today, Saturday 9th December. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury are at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough. The rainfall has now passed out of the area although isolated showers remain possible for Saturday and Sunday. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels, and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle, or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by midday on Sunday 10th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Dec 2023 15:18
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels are falling on the River Brue due to yesterday's rainfall.
Areas most at risk include roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough.
Today and tomorrow are forecast be mainly dry. However, further heavy rain is forecast from Wednesday night through Thursday. River levels are expected to rise in response. The weather will remain unsettled and further heavy rain is possible up to the weekend.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 01:00 PM on 06/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Dec 2023 22:09
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the River Brue.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Brue, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough..
River levels are expected to remain high and flooding of roads, properties and low lying land will continue.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight and into tomorrow.
River levels are high and forecast to rise further.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 05/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Dec 2023 07:00
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
This Flood Warning has been issued because flooding is expected this morning on 04/12/2023 between 07:30 AM and 08:30 AM.
Further flooding could occur at roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough. from 07:30 AM as river levels are rising steadily.
Flooding of property is expected from 07:30 AM on 04/12/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast this morning.
River levels are expected to remain high.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Move family, pets and cars to safety and turn off gas, electricity and water if it is safe to do so.
This message will be updated by 03:00 PM on 04/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Nov 2023 05:58
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding.
Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
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 Warning issued on 28 Oct 2023 23:14
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding.
Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
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 Warning issued on 25 Oct 2023 12:43
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding.
Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
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 Warning issued on 9 May 2023 22:28
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding.
Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
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 Warning issued on 31 Mar 2023 18:35
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding.
Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
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 Warning issued on 16 Jan 2023 11:29
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding.
Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
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Flood Warning issued on 12 Jan 2023 17:54
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding.
Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
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 Warning issued on 21 Oct 2021 11:24
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels have risen at the Lovington river gauge as a result of the heavy rainfall last night. Consequently, flooding of property is possible this morning, 21/10/21. We expect flooding to affect roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough.
No further rainfall is forecast and the river levels are expected to stabilise today, 21/10/21. The river will not reach the levels experienced on the 30/10/20. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
Please consider installing property flood resilience equipment and stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on Friday, 22/10/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Oct 2021 10:09
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels have risen at the Lovington river gauge as a result of the heavy rainfall last night. Consequently, flooding of property is possible this morning, 21/10/21. We expect flooding to affect roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough.
No further rainfall is forecast and the river levels have stabilised and are beginning to decrease. The river will not reach the levels experienced on the 30/10/20. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
Please consider installing property flood resilience equipment and stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on Friday, 22/10/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Oct 2021 04:22
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels are rising at the Lovington river gauge as a result of the heavy rainfall earlier tonight. Consequently, flooding of property is forecast from 04:00 today, 21/10/21, and will remain a risk during the morning. We expect flooding to affect roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough.
No further rainfall is forecast but the river will continue to rise until the peak at approximately 07:00 this morning. The river will not reach the levels experienced on the 30/10/20. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
Please consider installing property flood resilience equipment and stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated by 11:00 on Thursday, 21/10/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Jan 2021 03:29
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels have risen at the Lovington river gauge as a result of the rain accompanying Storm Christoph.
Consequently, there is a possibility of flooding of riverside properties and roads for properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream, Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road, and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough.
We expect river levels to peak over the next few hours. The heaviest rain has passed but some showers will remain this morning, 21/01/21.
Our incident response staff have checked and cleared weed screens. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please consider installing property flood resilience equipment and plan routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded.
Refer to the local authority website for local road closures.
This message will be updated later on 21/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Dec 2020 10:40
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels have risen above Flood Warning threshold as a result of the overnight heavy rain brought by Storm Bella.
Consequently, flooding of roads, paths and land is expected, and riverside properties are at risk too. Areas most at risk are roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough.
Given that the heaviest rain has mainly passed through, river levels are expected to peak over the next few hours; although scattered showers will continue.
Our incident response staff have been out clearing weed screens in the daytime and we are closely monitoring the situation.
Please consider installing property flood resilience equipment and other flood plan measures, including avoiding low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded.
This message will be updated later on 27/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Oct 2020 09:23
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels in the River Brue at Lovington peaked around 04:00 on Sunday morning before falling and are currently below levels of concern. However a band of rain, similar to Saturday, is forecast during Sunday before drier weather in the evening. Further showers are forecast during Monday and Tuesday.
The River Brue may respond to the forecast rainfall and this flood warning remains in force as a precaution for the properties on Dyehouse Lane and low lying properties in Baltonsborough. Road flooding is possible in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking our flood defence equipment and clearing weed screens.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on Monday, 05/10/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Oct 2020 02:38
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels have risen at the Lovington river gauge following the persistent heavy rainfall from Storm Alex. Consequently, flooding of property is imminent. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream and overtopping forecast at Baltonsborough.
Further showery rainfall, heavy at times, is forecast throughout Sunday and we expect river levels to remain high during Sunday.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking our flood defence equipment and clearing weed screens.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. Refer to local authority website for local road closures.
This message will be updated by 16:00 today, 04/10/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Feb 2020 11:55
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels have risen at the Lovington river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall last night. Consequently, flooding of property is forecast this afternoon from 12:30 p.m. onwards. We expect flooding to affect roads and property in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury are at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream, and overtopping is forecast for the river at Baltonsborough. We expect river levels to remain high throughout Saturday and we are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out clearing weed screens and checking flood defences. 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 on Sunday 01/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 15 Jan 2020 07:16
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels have risen to flood warning at the Lovington river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall yesterday and overnight. Consequently, flooding of properties low lying land and roads is possible from 07:30 this morning 15/01/20. Most at risk are properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury that are at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream; Properties at Baltonsborough at risk from the River Brue and Properties at Catsham. Roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road are likely to flood.
No further rainfall is forecast today and we expect river levels to begin falling later this morning.
We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Dec 2019 07:56
River Brue, Glastonbury Millstream
River levels have risen at the Lovington river gauge after heavy rainfall last night. Consequently, flooding could occur this morning, Saturday 21/12/19. We believe there is a possibility of flooding of roads in Catsham, Cowbridge and West Lydford and the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road. Properties on Dyehouse Lane, Glastonbury are at risk from the Glastonbury Millstream, and from the Brue and Mill Stream at Baltonsborough. A further band of rainfall is forecast this afternoon and evening, Saturday 21/12/19, clearing in the early hours of Sunday. We expect river levels to respond again to the rain later today. We will closely monitor the situation to see if levels remain above Flood Warning later today and tomorrow. Our incident response staff are checking river channels and flood defences. Please move family, pets, cars and possessions to safety, and avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated on Saturday afternoon, 21/12/19, or as the situation changes.