Flood Warning Info - Curry Moor and Hay Moor
Area Description
West Moor, Hay Moor and Curry Moor including New Road between North Curry and the A361, and Cutts Road at East Lyng.
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 8 Dec 2024 11:30
River Tone
The flooding of low-lying land and roads near the River Tone and on Currymoor continues during Sunday, 08/12/2024. New Road and Cutts Road remain closed. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.98m and is falling. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.16m and is falling.
We are continuing to pump water from the moors at Currymoor, Northmoor, Saltmoor and Stanmoor pumping stations, and will continue to do so whilst river levels allow.
The strong winds associated with Storm Darragh will ease during Sunday. Mainly dry weather is forecast for today, with the possibility of a few showers. The outlook for next week is for drier weather.
We continue to monitor the situation and checking our flood defences and rivers for blockages. Don't put yourself or others at risk. For further details, please search for Somerset emergency road closure. This message will be updated by 2:00PM on 09/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Dec 2024 11:20
River Tone
The flooding of low-lying land and roads near the River Tone and on Currymoor continues during Saturday, 07/12/2024. New Road and Cutts Road remain closed. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.23m and is falling. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.29m and is stable.
We are continuing to pump water from the moors at Currymoor, Northmoor, Saltmoor and Stanmoor pumping stations, and will continue to do so whilst river levels allow.
Storm Darragh will continue to bring very strong winds during Saturday. There is also the chance of showers, but total rainfall is expected to be low, with minimal river level response. The current outlook is for drier weather early next week.
We continue to monitor the weather forecast and clearing weed screens and checking rivers for blockages. Don't put yourself or others at risk. For further details, please search for Somerset emergency road closure. This message will be updated by 2:00PM on 08/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Dec 2024 14:20
River Tone
The flooding of low-lying land and roads near the River Tone and on Currymoor continues during Friday, 06/12/2024. New Road and Cutts Road remain closed. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.40m and is stable. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.28m and is stable.
We will pump water from the moor at Currymoor pumping station when we can, although this is being limited by the current high river level in the River Tone. We will also pump at Northmoor, Saltmoor and Stanmoor when river levels allow.
Showers are forecast during Friday afternoon and overnight into Saturday morning, but totals are low, and river response is expected to be limited. We continue to monitor the weather forecast and clearing weed screens and checking rivers for blockages. Don't put yourself or others at risk. For further details, please search for Somerset emergency road closure. This message will be updated by 2:00PM on 07/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Dec 2024 12:20
River Tone
The flooding of low-lying land and roads near the River Tone and on Currymoor continues during Thursday, 05/12/2024. New Road and Cutts Road remain closed. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.18m and is rising. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.32m and continues to fall.
We are pumping at Currymoor and will continue to do so whilst river levels allow. We are also pumping at Northmoor, Saltmoor and Stanmoor when required. Further showers are forecast for Thursday afternoon, and a separate band of rain, heavy at times, is expected late Friday afternoon and overnight into Saturday. We continue to monitor the weather forecast and clearing weed screens and checking rivers for blockages. Don't put yourself or others at risk. For further details, please search for Somerset emergency road closure. This message will be updated by 2:00PM on 06/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Dec 2024 10:36
River Tone
The flooding of low-lying land and roads near the River Tone and on Currymoor continues during Wednesday 04/12/2024. New Road and Cutts Road remain closed. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.053 m and is stable. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.378 m and is falling. We are pumping at Currymoor and will continue to do so whilst river levels allow. We are also pumping at Northmoor, Saltmoor and Stanmoor when required.
Heavy rain is forecast for Wednesday evening and into Thursday 05/12/2024. A longer period of rain is forecast to arrive during Friday. We continue to monitor the weather forecast and clearing weed screens and checking rivers for blockages. Don't put yourself or others at risk. For further details, please search for Somerset emergency road closure. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 05/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Dec 2024 09:46
River Tone
The flooding of low-lying land and roads near the River Tone and on Currymoor continues during Tuesday 03/12/2024. New Road and Cutts Road remain closed. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.14m and has just started to rise. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.46m and is falling. We are pumping at Currymoor and will continue to do so whilst river levels allow. We are also pumping at Northmoor, Saltmoor and Stanmoor when required.
Some showers are forecast for Tuesday and during the day on Wednesday. However, a band of rain is forecast to arrive in the late afternoon on Wednesday. We continue to monitor the situation, clearing weed screens and checking rivers for blockages. Don't put yourself or others at risk. For further details, please search for Somerset emergency road closure. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 04/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Dec 2024 10:41
River Tone
The flooding of low-lying land and roads near the River Tone and on Currymoor continues during Monday 02/12/2024. New Road and Cutts Road remain closed. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.25m and is stable. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.53m and is falling. We are pumping at Currymoor and will continue to do so whilst river levels allow. We are also pumping at Northmoor, Saltmoor and Stanmoor when required.
Some showers are forecast for Monday and a mainly dry day on Tuesday. However, further rainfall is forecast for Wednesday and Thursday. We continue to monitor the situation, clearing weed screens and checking rivers for blockages. Don't put yourself or others at risk. For further details, please search for Somerset emergency road closure. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 03/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Dec 2024 11:28
River Tone
The flooding of low-lying land and roads near the River Tone and on Currymoor continues during Sunday 01/12/2024. New Road and Cutts Road remain closed. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.22m and is stable. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.61m and is falling. We are pumping at Currymoor and will continue to do so whilst river levels allow. We are also pumping at Northmoor, Saltmoor and Stanmoor when required.
Occasional light rain and showers are forecast for Sunday and Monday. We continue to monitor the situation, clearing weed screens and checking rivers for blockages. Don't put yourself or others at risk. For further details, please search for Somerset emergency road closure. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 02/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Nov 2024 11:38
River Tone
The flooding of low-lying land and roads near the River Tone and on Currymoor continues during Saturday 30/11/2024. New Road and Cutts Road remain closed. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.22m and is slowly falling. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.71m and is falling. We are pumping at Currymoor and Northmoor pumping stations and will continue to do so whilst river levels allow.
The forecast for Saturday is a few outbreaks of light rain or showers before a band of rain, heavy at times, overnight and into Sunday. We continue to monitor the situation, clearing weed screens and checking rivers for blockages. Don't put yourself or others at risk. For further details, please search for Somerset emergency road closure. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 01/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Nov 2024 14:17
River Tone
The flooding of low-lying land and roads near the River Tone and on Currymoor continues during Friday 29/11/2024. New Road and Cutts Road remain closed. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.32m and is stable. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.82m and slowly falling. We are now pumping at Currymoor Station, as well as at Northmoor, Saltmoor and Stanmoor, and will continue to do so whilst river levels allow.
The forecast is for showers during Friday afternoon, a drier day on Saturday and then further showers on Sunday. We continue to monitor the situation, clearing weed screens and checking rivers for blockages. Don't put yourself or others at risk. For further details, please search for Somerset emergency road closure. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 30/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Nov 2024 14:32
River Tone
The high-water levels in Currymoor will continue to cause flooding on Thursday 28/11/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Tone and on Currymoor, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected. New Road and Cutts Road remain closed. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station remains stable at 7.43m. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.91m. Pumping will start at Currymoor Station as soon as the river level allows. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Drier weather is forecast for Thursday and into the weekend although showers are likely to return on Sunday. We continue to monitor the situation, clearing weed screens and checking rivers for blockages. Don't put yourself or others at risk. Refer to https://www.somerset.gov.uk/roads-travel-and-parking/emergency-road-closure-gates/ for details of road closures. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 29/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Nov 2024 16:46
River Tone
The high-water levels in Currymoor will continue to cause flooding on Wednesday 27/11/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Tone and on Currymoor, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected. New Road and Cutts Road have been closed. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station remains stable at 7.47 m. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.87 m and is very slowly rising. Pumping will start at Currymoor Station as soon as the river level allows. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Drier weather is forecast for Wednesday and Thursday, but showers return on Friday and into the weekend. Plan driving routes to avoid New Road in Currymoor, which is affected by flooding. Don't put yourself or others at risk. Refer to https://www.somerset.gov.uk/roads-travel-and-parking/emergency-road-closure-gates/ for details of road closures. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 28/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Nov 2024 12:09
River Tone
Rising water levels in Currymoor are expected to cause flooding on Tuesday 26/11/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Tone and on Currymoor, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected. New Road has been closed.
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is falling slowly and is 7.47 m. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.79 m and is stable. Pumping will start at Currymoor Station as soon as the river level allows. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Tuesday will be a mainly dry day, however, there will be further rainfall from 7pm which will clear through the early hours of Wednesday morning.
Plan driving routes to avoid New Road in Currymoor, which is affected by flooding. Don't put yourself or others at risk. Refer to https://www.somerset.gov.uk/roads-travel-and-parking/emergency-road-closure-gates/ for details of road closures.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 27/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Nov 2024 13:14
River Tone
Rising water levels in Currymoor are expected to cause flooding on Monday 25/11/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Tone and on Currymoor, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected. New Road has been closed.
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is stable at 7.54 m. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.51 m and is rising by approximately 55 mm per hour. Pumping will start at Currymoor Station as soon as the river level allows. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Weather conditions are forecast to be predominantly dry on Monday, with occasional showers.
Plan driving routes to avoid New Road in Currymoor, which is affected by flooding. Don't put yourself or others at risk. Refer to https://www.somerset.gov.uk/roads-travel-and-parking/emergency-road-closure-gates/ for details of road closures.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 26/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Nov 2024 08:16
River Tone
Rising water levels in Currymoor are expected to cause flooding from 8AM on Monday morning. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Tone and on Currymoor, with low lying land and roads, including New Road, expected to be most affected.
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is stable at 7.54 m. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.26 m and is rising by approximately 80 mm per hour. Pumping will start at Currymoor Station as soon as the river level allows. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Weather conditions are forecast to be predominantly dry on Monday, with occasional showers.
Plan driving routes to avoid New Road in Currymoor, which is affected by flooding. Don't put yourself or others at risk. Refer to https://www.somerset.gov.uk/roads-travel-and-parking/emergency-road-closure-gates/ for details of road closures.
This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 26/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Mar 2024 14:56
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.12m and falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.25m and falling slowly. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads remain closed.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor stations when river levels allow.
The weather forecast is largely dry until the weekend, with the occasional shower. The River Tone level is expected to continue falling gradually in the next couple of days.
The situation is being monitored, and staff are checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures, and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on Friday, 08/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Mar 2024 15:50
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.31m and falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.43m and falling slowly. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads remain closed.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor stations when river levels allow.
The weather forecast for the next few days is largely dry until the weekend, with the occasional shower. The River Tone level is expected to fall gradually over the coming days.
The situation is being monitored, and staff are checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures, and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on Thursday, 07/03/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 5 Mar 2024 11:45
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.42m and stable. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.58m and falling slowly. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads remain closed.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor stations when river levels allow.
The weather forecast for the next few days is largely dry until the weekend, with the occasional shower. The River Tone level is expected to fall gradually over the coming days.
The situation is being monitored, and staff are checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures, and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on Wednesday, 06/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Mar 2024 10:41
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.15m and stable. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.66m and falling slowly. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads remain closed.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor stations when river levels allow.
A band of rain, at times heavy, is forecast through this afternoon and early evening, Monday, 04/03/2024. The catchments are saturated; the River Tone will remain high and responsive to further rain, which may cause water to enter Currymoor again overnight or tomorrow.
The situation is being monitored, and staff are checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures, and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on Tuesday, 05/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Mar 2024 10:14
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.44m and falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.76m and stable. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads remain closed.
Pumping takes place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor stations when river levels allow. We will resume pumping at Currymoor as soon as river levels fall sufficiently to do so.
The forecast is largely dry with scattered showers today, Sunday, 03/03/2024. A band of rain, at times heavy, is forecast on Monday. The catchments are saturated; the River Tone will remain high and responsive to further rain.
The situation is being monitored and staff are checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures, and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on Monday, 04/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Mar 2024 08:22
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.52m and stable. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.68m and is rising slowly following yesterday’s rain. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads remain closed.
Pumping takes place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor stations when river levels allow. Currently pumping has stopped at Currymoor due to the high river level but will resume as soon as possible.
Scattered, heavy showers are forecast today, Saturday, 02/03/2024, and into Sunday. The catchments are saturated; the River Tone will remain high and responsive to further rain.
The situation is being monitored and staff are checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures, and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on Sunday, 03/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Mar 2024 11:21
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.46m and rising slowly following the heavy rain overnight. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.52m and is starting to rise. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads remain closed.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations when river levels allow.
Scattered, heavy showers are forecast throughout today, Friday, 01/03/2024, and into the weekend. The catchments are saturated, and the River Tone will remain high and responsive to further rain.
The situation is being continually monitored and staff are checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures, and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on Saturday, 02/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Feb 2024 10:42
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.42m and stable. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.66m and is falling slowly. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads remain closed.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations when river levels allow.
The forecast is for intermittent showers today, Thursday 29 February 2024, followed by a narrow band of heavy rain early on Friday morning, with frequent heavy showers for the rest of the day. This will cause rivers to respond and remain high, due to already saturated catchments.
The situation is being continually monitored and staff are checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures, and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 14:00 on Friday, 01/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Feb 2024 12:31
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.38m and stable. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.83m and is falling slowly. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads remain closed.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations when river levels allow.
The forecast is for rain today, Wednesday 28 February 2024, followed by a moderate rain band tonight. Showers are forecast tomorrow, followed by a further, heavier band of rain early on Friday morning. This will cause rivers to respond and remain high, due to already saturated catchments.
The situation is being continually monitored and staff are checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures, and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 14:00 on Thursday, 29/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Feb 2024 11:33
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.46m and falling gradually. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.98m and is steady. Cutts Road and New Road remain closed.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations when river levels allow.
The forecast is mainly dry for today, with some light rain tomorrow afternoon.
The situation is being continually monitored and staff are checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 2pm on Wednesday, 28/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Feb 2024 12:14
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.57m and is stable. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.7m and rising. Cutts Road and New Road remain closed.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations when river levels allow.
The forecast is dry for the next few days, but river levels are expected to continue rising in response to the rain yesterday and this flood warning remains in force.
The situation is being continually monitored and staff are checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 2pm on Tuesday, 27/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2024 12:19
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.39m and is stable. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.36m and is slowly falling. Cutts Road and New Road remain closed.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations.
Prolonged rainfall, heavy at times, will continue through Sunday, 25/02/2024, before drier weather returns for the start of next week. River levels are expected to rise in response to the rain today and this flood warning remains in force.
The situation is being continually monitored and staff are checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 2pm on Monday, 26/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2024 14:54
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.39m and is falling by 20mm per hour. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station at 6.49m and is stable. Cutts Road and New Road remain closed.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations.
Some isolated showers are possible during Saturday. Rainfall is forecast for Sunday from around 9am and will continue for the whole day. River levels are expected to rise in response and this flood warning will remain in force.
The situation is being continually monitored and staff are checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 2pm on Sunday, 25/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2024 15:29
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.45m and is slowly falling. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.41m and is stable.
Pumping is taking place at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. We will pump at Currymoor station as soon as river levels fall. River Parrett levels are being managed using the Sowy relief channel.
Further showers are forecast for Friday and Saturday and more persistent rain during Sunday. This is expected to keep river levels high into the weekend and this flood warning in force.
The situation is being continually monitored and staff are checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Saturday, 24/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2024 20:13
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.54m and is very slowly rising.
Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m.
The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.19 m and is rising by approximately 10mm per hour.
Pumping is taking place at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. We will pump at Currymoor station as soon as river levels fall. River Parrett levels are being managed using the Sowy relief channel.
The band of rainfall has moved out of the area, but further showers are forecast for this evening and into Friday, 23/02/2024. The situation is being continually monitored and staff are checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated Friday, 23/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 14 Jan 2024 10:11
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station remains stable at 7.32m as pumping operations continue. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m.
The drain level in Currymoor is 6.27m and falling steadily. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads remain closed. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for more information about roads in the area.
We are pumping at Currymoor, Northmoor and Saltmoor pumping stations, and are using the Parrett Relief Channel to lower river levels. The forecast for the next five days is for dry and cold conditions, with very little if any rain. We are maximising pumping operations to clear as much water off the moors as possible during this settled period, and we are monitoring this situation closely.
Please do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water, and be careful using footpaths near local watercourses and flooded areas. This message will be updated by 2 PM on 15/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Jan 2024 10:33
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station remains stable at 7.36m as pumping operations continue. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m.
The drain level in Currymoor is 6.46m and falling steadily. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads remain closed. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for more information about roads in the area.
We are pumping at Currymoor, Northmoor and Saltmoor pumping stations, and are using the Parrett Relief Channel to lower river levels. The forecast for the next few days is for dry and cold conditions, with very little if any rain. We are maximising pumping operations to clear as much water off the moors as possible during this settled period, and we are monitoring this situation closely.
Please do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water, and be careful using footpaths near local watercourses and flooded areas. This message will be updated by 2 PM on 14/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Jan 2024 11:51
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station remains stable at 7.36m as pumping operations continue. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level in Currymoor is 6.62m and falling steadily. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads remain closed. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for more information about roads in the area.
We are pumping at Currymoor, Northmoor and Saltmoor pumping stations, and are using the Parrett Relief Channel to lower river levels. Dry, cold conditions are forecast for the next five days, with very little if any rain. The level in Currymoor will remain high during this time. We are maximising pumping operations to clear as much water off the moors as possible during this settled period. We are monitoring this situation closely.
Please do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water, and be careful using footpaths near local watercourses and flooded areas. This message will be updated by 2 PM on 13/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Jan 2024 11:05
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station remains stable at 7.33m as pumping operations continue. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level in Currymoor is 6.81m and falling steadily. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads remain closed. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for more information about roads in the area.
We are pumping at Currymoor, Northmoor and Saltmoor pumping stations, and are using the Parrett Relief Channel to lower river levels. Dry and cold conditions are forecast this week, with no rain expected. The level in Currymoor will remain high during this time, but we are maximising pumping operations to clear as much water off the moors as possible during this settled period. We are monitoring this situation closely.
Please do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water, and be careful using footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and flooded areas. This message will be updated by 2 PM on 12/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Jan 2024 11:19
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is currently 7.35m and stable as pumping operations continue. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level in Currymoor is 7.01m and falling. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads remain closed.
Athelney spillway is no longer running, and we are aware the A361 has reopened. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for further information about this road.
We are pumping at Currymoor, Northmoor and Saltmoor pumping stations, and are using the Parrett Relief Channel to lower river levels. Dry and cold conditions are forecast this week, however we expect the water level in Currymoor to remain high during this time.
We are maximising pumping operations to clear as much water off the moors as possible during this settled period, and we are monitoring this situation closely. Please do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water. This message will be updated by 2 PM on 11/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Jan 2024 10:18
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is currently 7.37m and falling. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level in Currymoor is 7.23m and also falling. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads remain closed.
Water in Currymoor is currently at crest-height on Athelney spillway. We expect the spillway to stop running today. The A361 remains closed; refer to www.somerset.gov.uk/roads-travel-and-parking/emergency-road-closure-gates for details.
We are pumping at Currymoor, Northmoor and Saltmoor pumping stations, and are also using the Parrett Relief Channel to lower river levels.
Dry cold conditions are forecast this week, however we expect water levels on the moors to remain high during this period. We will continue pumping to clear as much of this water as possible, and we are monitoring the situation closely. Please do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water. This message will be updated by 4pm on 10/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Jan 2024 16:01
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is currently 7.40m. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level in Currymoor is 7.37m and falling. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads are closed.
Water from Currymoor is still running over Athelney spillway, and the A361 remains closed. Refer to www.somerset.gov.uk/roads-travel-and-parking/emergency-road-closure-gates/ for details.
Levels on the River Tone have fallen, allowing pumping to commence at Currymoor pumping station. Northmoor and Saltmoor pumping stations are running, and we are also using the Parrett Relief Channel.
The forecast is for dry, cold weather through this week, however levels on the moors are likely to remain high during this period. We will continue pumping as river levels allow and we are monitoring the situation closely. Please do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water. This message will be updated by 4pm on Tuesday, 9/1/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Jan 2024 13:05
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is currently 7.53m and falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level in Currymoor is 7.57m and falling slowly. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads are closed.
Water from Currymoor is running over Athelney spillway. We are monitoring this closely, and pumps are running at Northmoor and Saltmoor pumping stations. The A361 is closed; refer to www.somerset.gov.uk/roads-travel-and-parking/emergency-road-closure-gates/ for information.
The forecast is for dry, cold weather into next week but flooding in Currymoor is expected to continue during this period. The River Tone is currently too high to allow pumping, and is likely to remain so into next week. We are now using the Parrett Relief Channel to help lower river levels.
We are monitoring the situation closely. Please do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water.
This message will be updated by 4pm on 08/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2024 12:01
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is currently 7.61m and stable. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level in Currymoor is 7.63m and also stable. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads are currently closed.
Water from Currymoor is running over Athelney spillway. We are monitoring this closely, and pumps are running at Northmoor and Saltmoor pumping stations.
The A361 is currently closed. Please refer to www.somerset.gov.uk/roads-travel-and-parking/emergency-road-closure-gates/ for further information.
The forecast is dry for coming days, however flooding in Currymoor is expected to continue during this period. The River Tone is currently too high to allow pumping, and is likely to remain high into next week.
We continue to monitor the situation, and staff are checking flood defences and pumps. Please do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water.
This message will be updated by 4 PM on 07/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Jan 2024 14:44
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is currently 7.60m and stable. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level in Currymoor is 7.52m and rising slowly. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads are currently closed.
Water from Currymoor is now running over the spillways at Athelney and Lyng Cutting. We are monitoring this closely and have pumps ready at Northmoor and Saltmoor pumping stations.
The forecast is for dry, cold weather over the next week.
Flooding in Currymoor is expected to continue during this period. The River Tone level is currently too high to allow pumping operations, and is likely to remain high in the coming days as ground water comes down from the upper catchment, which is saturated.
We continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely, and we have staff checking flood defences and pumps. Please do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water. This message will be updated by 2pm on 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 11:33
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is currently stable at 7.57m. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level in Currymoor is 6.88m and rising steadily. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. Both roads are currently closed.
A band of heavy and persistent rain is forecast on Thursday afternoon and evening. The forecast for Friday is mostly dry with possible light showers. The weekend is forecast to be generally dry.
Flooding in Currymoor is expected to continue during this period. The River Tone level is currently too high to allow pumping operations, and it is forecast to rise further following today’s rain.
We continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely, and we have staff continuously checking flood defences and pumps, and clearing weed screens. Please do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water. This message will be updated by 2pm on 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Jan 2024 12:24
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is currently stable at 7.58m. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level in Currymoor is 6.52m and rising steadily. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when the level is above 6.18m. We are aware both roads are currently closed.
The weather forecast remains unsettled, with further showers expected on Wednesday and Thursday. Flooding in Currymoor is expected to continue during this period. The river level in the Tone is currently too high to allow pumping operations, however pumping will start as soon as the river level allows.
We continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely, and we have staff continuously checking flood defences and pumps, and clearing weed screens. Please consider weather conditions, local water levels, and your flood plan if you have one. Do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water. This message will be updated by 2pm on 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Jan 2024 21:38
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.59 m and steady. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor is 6.20 m and rising. Cutts Road floods when this level is above 5.75m, and New Road when above 6.18m. For up-to-date water levels visit the gauge section of our website (check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/station/3064). Further rain is forecast for Wednesday and Thursday. Therefore, flooding remains possible over the next few days.
We continue to monitor the rainfall and river levels closely and our staff are checking flood defences, pumps and clearing weed screens.
We are pumping at Northmoor and Saltmoor pumping stations, and Currymoor when river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel is also being used to evacuate water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence. Consider weather conditions, local water levels, and any flood plans. Do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water
This message will be updated by 1pm on 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Dec 2023 08:56
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is stable at 7.34m. This level is being maintained by the water being pumped off the moor. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor is currently 6.16m and falling steadily in response to pumping operations.
No rain is forecast for either Saturday or Sunday. Monday is also expected to be largely dry, before a potentially heavy band of rain arrives on Tuesday.
We are currently pumping at Currymoor, Northmoor and Saltmoor stations, and will maximise pumping operations as much as river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel is also being used to evacuate water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence. We will continue to monitor all river and moor levels closely, and our staff are checking flood defences.
Please remain mindful of weather conditions, local water levels, and use your flood plan if you have one. Do not attempt to drive, walk or cycle through flood water.
This message will be updated by 1pm on Sunday 17/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 15 Dec 2023 12:23
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.31m and falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor is currently 6.36m and also falling slowly.
Dry weather is forecast for the remainder of this week.
We are currently pumping at Currymoor, Northmoor and Saltmoor stations, and will maximise pumping operations as much as river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel is also being used to evacuate water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence. We will continue to monitor all river and moor levels closely, and our staff are checking flood defences.
Please remain mindful of weather conditions, local water levels, and use your flood plan if you have one. Do not attempt to drive, walk or cycle through flood water.
This message will be updated by 1pm on Saturday 16/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 15 Dec 2023 12:10
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.34m and falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor is currently 6.36m and also falling slowly.
Dry weather is forecast for the remainder of this week.
We are currently pumping at Currymoor and Northmoor stations, and will maximise pumping operations as much as river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel is also being used to evacuate water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence. We will continue to monitor all river and moor levels closely, and our staff are checking flood defences.
Please remain mindful of weather conditions, local water levels, and use your flood plan if you have one. Do not attempt to drive, walk or cycle through flood water.
This message will be updated by 1pm on Saturday 16/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 14 Dec 2023 10:05
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.37m and falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor is currently 6.52m and also falling slowly.
Predominantly dry weather is forecast for the remainder of this week.
We are currently pumping at Currymoor, Stockmoor, Northmoor and Saltmoor stations and will maximise pumping operations as much as river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel is also being used to evacuate water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence. We will continue to monitor all river and moor levels closely, and our staff are checking flood defences.
Please remain mindful of weather conditions, local water levels, and use your flood plan if you have one. Do not attempt to drive, walk or cycle through flood water.
This message will be updated by midday on Friday 15/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Dec 2023 11:58
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.37m and falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor is stable at 6.64m.
Further isolated showers are possible on Wednesday before a band of light rain crosses the area on Thursday morning. Drier weather is forecast for the remainder of the week.
We are currently pumping at Currymoor, Northmoor and Saltmoor stations and will maximise pumping operations as and when river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel is also being used to evacuate water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely, and our staff are checking flood defences.
Please remain mindful of weather conditions, local water levels, and your flood plan if you have one. Do not attempt to drive, walk or cycle through flood water.
This message will be updated by midday on Thursday 14/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Dec 2023 12:22
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.45m and is slowly falling. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m.
The drain level at Currymoor is 6.66m and is slowly rising. For up-to-date water levels visit the gauge section of our website (check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/station/3064).
Overnight rain on Tuesday has now passed out of the area. Further isolated showers are possible, before drier weather returns on Wednesday.
We continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely, and our staff are checking flood defences and pumps. We are pumping at Stanmoor, Northmoor and Saltmoor stations, and will operate the pumps at Currymoor when river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel is also being used to evacuate water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence.
Consider weather conditions, local water levels, and your flood plan if you have one. Do not attempt to drive, walk or cycle through flood water.
This message will be updated by midday on Wednesday, 13th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Dec 2023 12:27
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.46m and is slowly falling. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m.
The drain level at Currymoor is 6.65m and is slowly rising. For up-to-date water levels visit the gauge section of our website (check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/station/3064).
A band of rain will pass through in the early hours of 12/12/23. Then further showers are forecast, before drier weather returns on Wednesday.
We continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely, and our staff are checking flood defences and pumps. We are pumping at Stanmoor, Northmoor and Saltmoor stations, and will operate the pumps at Currymoor when river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel is also being used to evacuate water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence.
Consider weather conditions, local water levels, and your flood plan if you have one. Do not attempt to drive, walk or cycle through flood water.
This message will be updated by midday on Tuesday, 12th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Dec 2023 11:36
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.48m and is slowly falling. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor is 6.61m and is slowly rising. For up-to-date water levels visit the gauge section of our website (check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/station/3064). The rainfall during Sunday morning will pass out of the area around lunchtime, leaving a mostly dry afternoon and evening. The risk of flooding remains possible over the next few days. We continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely, and our staff are checking flood defences and pumps. We will operate the pumps at Stanmoor, Northmoor, Saltmoor and Currymoor stations when river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel is also being used to evacuate water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence. Consider weather conditions, local water levels, and your flood plan if you have one. Do not attempt to drive, walk or cycle through flood water. This message will be updated by 12 PM on Monday, 11th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Dec 2023 11:11
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.49 m and is rising by 10 mm per hour. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor is 6.48 m and rising by 10mm per hour. For up-to-date water levels visit the gauge section of our website (check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/station/3064).
The rainfall has now passed out of the area although isolated showers remain possible for Saturday and Sunday. The risk of flooding remains possible over the next few days. We continue to monitor the rainfall and river levels closely and our staff are checking flood defences and pumps. We will operate the pumps at Stanmoor, Northmoor, Saltmoor and Currymoor stations when river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel is also being used to evacuate water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence. Please consider weather conditions, local water levels and your flood plan if you have one. Do not attempt to drive, walk or cycle through flood water. This message will be updated by midday on 10 December.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Dec 2023 09:22
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.51 m and fairly steady at the time of writing. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor is 6.37 m and rising (up to 10mm/hour). For up-to-date water levels visit the gauge section of our website (check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/station/3064)
A band of further heavy rain is forecast early on 09 December. Therefore, flooding remains possible over the next few days.
We continue to monitor the rainfall and river levels closely and our staff are checking flood defences and pumps.
We are pumping, including at Stanmoor, Northmoor and Saltmoor stations, and Currymoor when river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel is also being used to evacuate water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence.
Please consider weather conditions, local water levels and your flood plan if you have one. Do not attempt to drive, walk or cycle through flood water.
This message will be updated by midday on 09 December.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Dec 2023 07:58
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.46 m and steady at the time of writing. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor is 6.18 m and also steady. For up-to-date water levels visit the gauge section of our website (check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/station/3064)
Further rain, heavy at times, is forecast today. Therefore, flooding remains possible over the next few days.
We continue to monitor the rainfall and river levels closely and our staff are checking flood defences, pumps and clearing weed screens.
We are pumping at Northmoor and Saltmoor pumping stations, and Currymoor when river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel is also being used to evacuate water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence.
Please consider weather conditions, local water levels and your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths, roads and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on 08 December.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Nov 2023 08:15
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.34 m and is slowly falling. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor is 5.74 m and is slowly falling.
A small amount of rain fell overnight and some showers are forecast during Sunday and into Monday but weather is improving and drier conditions are forecast from Tuesday onwards.
We continue to monitor the rainfall and river levels closely and our staff are checking flood defences and clearing weed screens.
We are pumping at Currymoor and Saltmoor pumping stations when river levels allow and have deployed additional temporary pumps at both stations and at Elson’s Clyce. The Parrett Relief Channel is being used to evacuate the water away.
Please consider weather conditions, local water levels and your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths, roads and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 1pm on Monday 20 November.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Nov 2023 12:25
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.39 m and steady. Water will enter Curry Moor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Curry Moor is 5.82 m and is slowly rising.
The overnight band of rainfall has now pass out of the area but there is still the possibility of showers for the rest of the weekend and into Monday.
We will continue to monitor the rainfall and river levels and our staff are checking flood defences and clearing weed screens.
We are pumping at Currymoor and Saltmoor pumping stations when river levels allow and have deployed additional temporary pumps at both stations and at Elson’s Clyce. The Parrett Relief Channel is being used to evacuate the water away.
Please consider weather conditions, local water levels and your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths, roads and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated before 1pm on Sunday 19 November.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Nov 2023 13:49
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.51 m and steady. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor is 5.79 m and is slowly rising.
After a mostly dry Friday, a band of rain will return early Saturday morning through to late afternoon. Unsettled weather will continue through the weekend and into Monday 20 November.
We will continue to monitor the rainfall and river levels and our staff are checking flood defences and clearing weed screens.
We are pumping at Currymoor and Saltmoor pumping stations when river levels allow and have deployed additional temporary pumps at both stations and at Elson’s Clyce. The Parrett Relief Channel is being used to evacuate the water away.
Please consider weather conditions, local water levels and your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths, roads and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated before 1pm on Saturday 18 November.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Nov 2023 13:32
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.34 m and slowly rising. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor is 5.46 m and is steady.
The band of rainfall has now passed out of the area, but showers are still possible. Unsettled weather will continue, and a further band of rainfall is currently forecast to arrive Friday evening and into Saturday. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels closely.
We are pumping at Currymoor and Saltmoor pumping stations when river levels allow and have deployed additional temporary pumps at both stations and at Elson’s Clyce. The Parrett Relief Channel is being used to evacuate the water away.
Please consider weather conditions, local water levels and your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths, roads and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated before 1pm on Friday 17 November.
Flood Warning issued on 15 Nov 2023 17:04
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.32 m and is gradually falling. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor is 5.66 m and is slowly falling. There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m.
A band of rain will return during the night and into Thursday. With wet catchments, river levels will rise and flooding remains possible.
We are pumping at Currymoor and Saltmoor pumping stations when river levels allow, with additional temporary pumps installed at Currymoor and Saltmoor. The Parrett Relief Channel is being used to evacuate the water away. Additional pumps are also at Elson's Clyce.
Please consider weather conditions, local water levels and your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths, roads and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated before 1pm on 16/11/2023.
Flood Warning issued on 14 Nov 2023 13:19
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.35 m and is gradually falling. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor is 5.87 m and is steady. There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m.
There is the chance of isolated and at times heavy showers through Tuesday and Wednesday 15/11/2023, therefore flooding remains possible over the next few days.
We are pumping at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations when river levels allow, with additional temporary pumps installed at Currymoor and Saltmoor. The Parrett Relief Channel is being used to evacuate the water away. Additional pumps are also at Elson's Clyce.
Please consider weather conditions, local water levels and your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths, roads and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated before 1pm on 15/11/2023.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Nov 2023 13:32
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.39 m and is steady. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor is 5.84 m and is stable. There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m.
There is the chance of isolated and at times heavy showers through Monday and into Tuesday 14 November, therefore flooding remains possible over the next few days.
We are pumping at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations when river levels allow, with additional temporary pumps installed at Currymoor and Saltmoor. The Parrett Relief Channel is being used to evacuate the water away. Additional pumps are also at Elson's Clyce.
Please consider weather conditions, local water levels and your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths, roads and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated before 1pm on 14/11/2023.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Nov 2023 08:55
River Tone
For water levels on the River Tone and Currymoor Drain at Currymoor pumping station please refer to our website: Check For Flooding (check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk).
Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst the River Tone level exceeds 7.45 m.
We are utilising our pumping stations, including additional temporary pumps, as water levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel is being used to evacuate the water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence.
Further rain, is forecast through Sunday evening and into the early hours of Monday 13/11/23, therefore flooding remains possible over the next few days.
Please consider weather conditions, local water levels and your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths, roads and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers continue to monitor the situation
Flood Warning issued on 7 Nov 2023 13:58
River Tone
For water levels on the River Tone and Currymoor Drain at Currymoor pumping station please refer to our website: Check For Flooding (check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk).
Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst the River Tone level exceeds 7.45 m.
We are utilising our pumping stations, including additional temporary pumps, as water levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel is being used to evacuate the water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence.
Further rain including heavy downpours are forecast this week, therefore flooding remains possible over the next few days.
Please consider weather conditions, local water levels and your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths, roads and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
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 6 Nov 2023 10:37
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.38 m and gradually falling. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor is 6.59 m and is stable. There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m.
Further showers are forecast, therefore flooding remains possible over the next few days.
We are pumping at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations with additional temporary pumps installed. The Parrett Relief Channel is being used to evacuate the water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence. Additional pumps at Elson's Clyce are being installed meaning Huntworth Lane will be closed from this evening.
Please consider weather conditions, local water levels and your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths, roads and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated before 03:00 PM on 07/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Nov 2023 18:42
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.46 m and gradually falling. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor is 6.59 m and is stable. There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m.
Further showers are forecast, therefore flooding remains possible over the next few days.
We are pumping at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations, but currently unable to pump at Currymoor due to the high river level. However, we are utilising the Parrett Relief Channel to try to evacuate the water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence. And we will start pumping again at Currymoor as soon as river levels allow.
Please consider weather conditions, local water levels and your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths, roads and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated before 05:00 PM on 06/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Nov 2023 10:39
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.48m and gradually falling.
Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor is 6.57 m and is rising by less than 6 mm per hour.
There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m.
Further showers are forecast, therefore flooding remains possible this weekend.
We are unable to pump at Currymoor due to high river levels. However, we are utilising the Parrett Relief Channel to try to evacuate the water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence. And pumping is taking place at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. We will pump at Currymoor when river levels allow.
Please consider local water levels, weather conditions and your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths, roads and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 03:00 PM on 06/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Nov 2023 16:39
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.53m and rising slightly.
Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor is 6.45 m and is rising by less than 10 mm per hour.
There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m.
Further showers are forecast, therefore flooding remains possible this weekend.
We are unable to pump at Currymoor due to high river levels. However, we are utilising the Parrett Relief Channel to try to evacuate the water away from the Parrett-Tone confluence. And pumping is taking place at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. We will pump at Currymoor when river levels allow.
Please consider local water levels, weather conditions and your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths, roads and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 05/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Nov 2023 10:17
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.50m and is stable.
Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.41 m and is rising by approximately 15 mm per hour.
There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m.
Pumping is taking place at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations.
Scattered showers are forecast for the rest of today, Saturday 04/11/2023. The River Tone at Currymoor is forecast to remain high as a result. We will pump at Curry moor when river levels allow.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Nov 2023 09:44
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.50m and is stable.
Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.40 m and is rising by approximately 14 mm per hour.
There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m.
Pumping is taking place at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations.
Scattered showers are forecast for the rest of today, Saturday 04/11/2023. The River Tone at Currymoor is forecast to remain high as a result. We will pump at Curry moor when river levels allow.
Flood warning area: West Moor, Hay Moor and Curry Moor including New Road between North Curry and the A361, and Cutts Road at East Lyng.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Nov 2023 13:16
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.56m and is stable.
Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.20 m and is rising by approximately 30 mm per hour.
There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m.
Pumping is taking place at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations.
Scattered showers are forecast for today 03/11/2023 and a heavier band of rain Saturday morning.
The River Tone at Currymoor is forecast to remain high as a result.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Nov 2023 12:58
River Tone
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 24 Jan 2023 11:54
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station remains stable at approximately 7.20 m. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway when this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.65 m and is falling by approximately 8 mm per hour. The current forecast for the next 5 days shows no rain, and we expect the situation on the moors to continue improving this week. We are currently pumping at Currymoor, Northmoor and Saltmoor, to remove as much water from the moors as river and drain levels allow. River Parrett levels are being managed with the Sowy relief channel in order to assist pumping at these stations. We are monitoring the situation very closely. Our staff remain busy overseeing pumping operations and checking weed-screens, flood-banks and spillways. This message will be updated on Wednesday, 25/01/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Jan 2023 12:45
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station remains stable at approximately 7.10 m. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway when this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.85 m and is falling by approximately 6 mm per hour. The current forecast for the next 5 days shows very little if any rain, and we expect the situation on the moors to continue improving this week. We are currently pumping at Currymoor, Northmoor and Saltmoor, to remove as much water from the moors as river and drain levels allow. River Parrett levels are being managed with the Sowy relief channel in order to assist pumping at these stations. We are monitoring the situation very closely. Our staff remain busy overseeing pumping operations and checking weed-screens, flood-banks and spillways. This message will be updated on Tuesday, 24/01/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Jan 2023 11:38
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is stable at 7.15 m. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway when this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.98 m and is falling by approximately 6 mm per hour. Athelney spillway stopped running on Saturday, although the water level in Currymoor remains close to the spillway height. We are currently pumping at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations to remove as much water from the moors as river and drain levels allow. The current forecast for the next 5 days shows no rain. We expect river levels to fall and pumping operations to continue during this period. The situation across the moors is being continually monitored. River Parrett levels are being managed with the Sowy relief channel, in order to assist Currymoor, Northmoor and Saltmoor pumping. Staff are also checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. This message will be updated on Monday, 23/01/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Jan 2023 12:34
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.17 m and falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.13 m and is falling by approximately 6 mm per hour. Athelney spillway is no longer running, although the water level in Currymoor is still very close to the spillway height. We are currently pumping at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations to remove as much water from the moors as river and drain levels allow. Very little rain is forecast for the next 5 days and we expect river levels to continue falling during this period. The situation across the moors is being continually monitored. River Parrett levels are being managed with the Sowy relief channel to assist Currymoor, Northmoor and Saltmoor pumping. Staff are also checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. This message will be updated on Sunday, 22/01/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Jan 2023 11:59
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is stable at 7.31 m. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.28 m and is falling by approximately 6 mm per hour. There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m. Athelney spillway continues to run at this time. We are currently pumping at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations to remove as much water from the moors as river and drain levels allow. Predominantly dry weather is forecast for the next 5 days. The River Tone at Currymoor would usually fall as a result, however the river level will be affected during this time by the water being pumped off the moor. This is being continually monitored, and staff are also checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. This message will be updated on Saturday, 21/01/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Jan 2023 21:13
River Tone
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 9 Jan 2023 12:47
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.518 m and is stable.
Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.863 m and is rising by approximately 9 mm per hour.
There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor pumping station.
Heavy rainfall is forecast for Tuesday morning and the next few days. As the ground is so wet rivers are quickly responsive to the rainfall. Consequently this flood warning will remain in force.
The River Tone at Currymoor is forecast to rise as a result.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident duty staff are checking rivers are free from blockages.
Please check your local area for potential road closures and be aware that further alerts or warnings may be issued as the situation changes.
This message will be updated 10/01/2023.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Jan 2023 13:09
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.543 m and is rising by approximately 7 mm per hour.
Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.648 m and is rising by approximately 12 mm per hour.
There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor pumping station.
Unsettled weather is forecast for Sunday through to Tuesday evening.
The River Tone at Currymoor is forecast to remain rise as a result.
We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated on Monday 09/01/23
Flood Warning issued on 7 Jan 2023 12:57
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.405 m and is rising.
Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.310 and is falling by approximately 5 mm per hour.
There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor pumping station.
Unsettled weather is forecast for Saturday evening.
The River Tone at Currymoor is forecast to rise.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated on Sunday 08/01/23.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2023 12:54
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.391 m and falling by approximately 3 mm per hour.
Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.435 and is falling by approximately 3 mm per hour.
There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor pumping station.
Unsettled weather is forecast for Saturday night into early Sunday morning on 07/01/2023.
The River Tone at Currymoor is forecast to rise.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated Saturday 07/01/2023.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Jan 2023 23:44
River Tone
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 5 Jan 2021 10:01
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.78 m and falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 5.9 m and falling steadily. Flooding around low-lying cottages on Currymoor remains a risk. Though water levels on New Road (North Curry to A361) and Cutts Road are receding these roads remain closed while county highways personnel assess the situation. Predominantly dry weather is still forecast for the week ahead however, with saturated catchments we expect this Flood Warning to remain in force for a day or two. We are managing the situation with pumps operating at Northmoor, Saltmoor, and Currymoor. This message will be updated tomorrow, 06/01/21, or if the situation significantly changes. You can view some of the latest (relative) river levels near you by going to flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2021 10:06
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.89 m and falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.09 m and falling steadily. Flooding may still affect low-lying cottages on Currymoor while New Road (North Curry to A361) and Cutts Road remain closed. Predominantly dry weather remains forecast for the next five days however, with saturated catchments we expect this Flood Warning to remain in force for several days. We are managing the situation with pumps operating at Northmoor, Saltmoor, and Currymoor. This message will be updated tomorrow, 05/01/21, or if the situation significantly changes. You can view some of the latest (relative) river levels near you by going to flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk
Flood Warning issued on 3 Jan 2021 09:29
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.11 m and falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.6 m and falling steadily. Flooding may affect low-lying cottages on Currymoor and it is covering roads including parts of New Road (North Curry to A361) and Cutts Road. Predominantly dry weather remains forecast for the next five days however, with saturated catchments we expect this Flood Warning to remain in force for several days. We are managing the situation with pumps operating at Northmoor and Saltmoor, and at Currymoor as river levels allow. This message will be updated tomorrow, 04/01/21, or if the situation significantly changes. You can view some of the latest (relative) river levels near you by going to flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Jan 2021 10:07
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.11 m and falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.6 m and falling steadily. Flooding may affect low-lying cottages on Currymoor and it is covering roads including parts of New Road (North Curry to A361) and Cutts Road. Predominantly dry weather remains forecast for the next five days however, with saturated catchments we expect this Flood Warning to remain in force for several days. We are managing the situation with pumps operating at Northmoor and Saltmoor, and at Currymoor as river levels allow. This message will be updated tomorrow, 03/01/21, or if the situation significantly changes. You can view some of the latest (relative) river levels near you by going to flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Jan 2021 10:50
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.11 m and falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.6 m and falling steadily. Flooding may affect low-lying cottages on Currymoor and it is covering roads including parts of New Road (North Curry to A361) and Cutts Road. Improving conditions with predominantly dry weather is forecast for the next five days however, with saturated catchments we expect this Flood Warning to remain in force for several days. We are managing the situation with pumps operating at Northmoor and Saltmoor, and at Currymoor as river levels allow. This message will be updated tomorrow, 02/01/21, or if the situation significantly changes. You can view some of the latest (relative) river levels near you by going to flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Dec 2020 10:55
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.23 m and falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.78 m and falling gradually. Flooding may affect low-lying cottages on Currymoor and it is covering roads including parts of New Road (North Curry to A361) and Cutts Road. Improving conditions with predominantly dry weather is forecast for the next five days however, with saturated catchments we expect this Flood Warning to remain in force for several days. We are managing the situation with pumps operating at Northmoor and Saltmoor, and at Currymoor as river levels allow. This message will be updated tomorrow, 01/01/21, or if the situation significantly changes. You can view some of the latest (relative) river levels near you by going to flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Dec 2020 11:52
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.28 m and stable. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.93 m and falling slowly. Flooding may affect low-lying cottages on Currymoor and it is covering roads including parts of New Road (North Curry to A361) and Cutts Road. The forecast is improving with predominantly dry weather for the next 24 hours. However, with saturated catchments, we expect this Flood Warning to remain for the next few days. We are managing the situation: Pumps are operating at Northmoor and Saltmoor, and at Currymoor when river levels allow. This message will be updated tomorrow, 31/12/20, or if the situation significantly changes. You can view some of the latest (relative) river levels near you by going to flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Dec 2020 10:10
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.49 m and falling. However water will continue to enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level* at Currymoor pumping station has risen to 6.98 m but expected to stabilise later today. Flooding is expected to affect the low-lying cottages and is covering roads including parts of New Road (North Curry to A361) and Cutts Road. The forecast is improving with predominantly dry weather for the next 24 hours. However, with saturated catchments, we expect this Flood Warning to remain for the next few days.
We are managing the situation: Pumps are operating at Northmoor and Saltmoor, and when river levels allow at Currymoor. This message will be updated tomorrow, 30/12/20, or if the situation significantly changes. *You can view some of the latest (relative) river levels near you by going to flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Dec 2020 14:06
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.55 m and stable. Water will continue to enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level* at Currymoor pumping station is at 6.75 m and rising slowly. Flooding is likely to affect New (North Curry to A361), Cutts and other roads. The forecast is improving with predominantly dry weather for the next 36 hours. However, with saturated catchments, we expect this Flood Warning to remain for the next few days. We are managing the situation: Pumps are operating at Northmoor and Saltmoor, and when river levels allow at Currymoor. This message will be updated tomorrow, 29/12/20, or if the situation significantly changes. *You can view (relative) latest river levels near you by going to flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Dec 2020 09:55
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.52 m and rising after the heavy rain in the early hours of 27/12/20. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level* at Currymoor pumping station is fairly steady but also likely to rise again; and is at 6.32 m at the time of writing. Flooding is likely to affect New (North Curry to A361), Cutts and other roads.
With showery weather continuing we expect this Flood Warning to remain for the next few days. We are managing the situation: Pumps are operating at Northmoor and Saltmoor, and when river levels allow at Currymoor. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 28/12/20, or if the situation significantly changes. *You can view (relative) latest river levels near you by going to flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Dec 2020 11:11
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.14 m and is slowly falling.
Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level* at Currymoor pumping station is also now falling; and is at 6.39 m at the time of writing. But Flooding is still likely to affect the North Curry to A361 and other roads.
And heavy rain is forecast for early tomorrow so we expect this Flood Warning to remain for the next few days.
We are managing the situation: Pumps are operating at Currymoor and Northmoor as river levels allow.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 27/12/20, or if the situation significantly changes. *You can view (relative) latest river levels near you by going to flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Dec 2020 19:34
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.53 m and is slowly falling.
Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
So the drain level at Currymoor pumping station currently continues to rise; and is at 6.37 m at the time of writing. Flooding is likely to affect the North Curry to A361 road.
Little rain is forecast until Boxing Day evening/Sunday morning, when rivers are expected to rise again in response to heavy rainfall.
We are managing the situation: pumps are running at Saltmoor and Northmoor and we will operate Currymoor pumps when river levels allow.
This message will be updated on Boxing Day morning, or if the situation significantly changes. In the meantime you can view (relative) latest river levels near you by going to flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk
Flood Warning issued on 24 Dec 2020 06:39
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.55 m and is rising by approximately 5 mm per hour.
Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.18 m and is rising by approximately 15 mm per hour.
There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m.
However dry weather is forecast for the next two days. The River Tone at Currymoor is forecast to fall as a result. And we are currently pumping at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations.
We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated later today. In the meantime you can view (relative) latest river levels near you by going to flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Mar 2020 11:25
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station has now fallen following the rain over the weekend and is now at 7.17 m and continues to fall. We do not expect further water to flow into Currymoor in the near future. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 5.86 m and falling. There is a favourable forecast with minimal rain over the next few days which will allow pumping to continue at Currymoor. Cutts Road and New Road still remain affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware of warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Thursday 19/03/20.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Mar 2020 11:12
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station has now fallen following the rain over the weekend and is now at 7.23 m and continues to fall. We do not expect further water to flow into Currymoor in the near future. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.09 m and falling. There is a favourable forecast with minimal rain over the next few days which will allow pumping to continue at Currymoor.
Cutts Road and New Road still remain affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware of warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Wednesday 18/03/20.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Mar 2020 12:16
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.36 m and rose slightly during Sunday afternoon but has been falling during Monday. Water will flow into Currymoor if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.20 m and has been slowly rising but appears now to be stable.
The forecast is for dry weather during Monday and Tuesday. We will continue to pump at Currymoor when river levels and tidal conditions allow. Our staff are actively monitoring this, to maximise the time we can pump. Cutts Road and New Road remain affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware of warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Tuesday 17/03/20.
Flood Warning issued on 15 Mar 2020 10:31
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.29 m and is currently stable. Water will flow into Currymoor if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.04 m and is falling. The level is now below this flood warning threshold but it remains in force due to the current band of persistent rainfall.
The band of rainfall is forecast to move out of the area by midday today, Sunday 15/03/20, with drier weather to follow for the rest of Sunday and Monday. We will continue to pump at Currymoor when river levels and tidal conditions allow. Our staff are actively monitoring this, to maximise the time we can pump. Cutts Road and New Road remain affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware of warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Monday 16/03/20.
Flood Warning issued on 14 Mar 2020 12:53
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.33 m and is currently falling. Water will flow into Currymoor if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.24 m and falling slowly. The weather forecast for Saturday is largely dry with some occasional showers. A band of rainfall is then expected during Sunday morning which may be heavy at times. We will continue to pump at Currymoor when river levels and tidal conditions allow. Our staff are actively monitoring this, to maximise the time we can pump. Cutts Road and New Road remain affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware of warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Sunday 15/03/20.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Mar 2020 14:01
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.33 m and is currently falling. We expect the level to rise again slightly in response to the high tide this evening, Friday 13/03/20. Water will flow into Currymoor if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.40 m and falling slowly. The weather forecast today is largely dry with occasional showers, followed tonight by a band of showery rain, at times heavy, but passing through quickly. Tomorrow, Saturday, should be mostly dry, until Sunday morning when a moderate band of rain is expected. We will continue to pump at Currymoor when river levels and tidal conditions allow. Our staff are actively monitoring this, to maximise the time we can pump. Cutts Road and New Road remain affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware of warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Saturday, 14/03/20.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Mar 2020 12:16
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.33 m and is currently falling. We expect the level to rise again slightly later today in response to the effect of the high tide this evening, Thursday 12/03/20. Water will flow into Currymoor if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.60 m and stable. The weather forecast for today, Thursday 12/03/20, is dry spells mixed with blustery showers. Tomorrow, Friday 13/03/20, should be mostly dry, until the evening, when a band of rain is expected to pass through quickly. We will continue to pump at Currymoor when river levels and tidal conditions allow. Our staff are actively monitoring these conditions to maximise the time we can pump. Cutts Road and New Road remain affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware of warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Friday, 13/03/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Mar 2020 12:43
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.32 m and is currently falling. We expect the level to rise again slightly later today in response to the effect of the high tide this evening, Wednesday 11/03/20. Water will flow into Currymoor if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.65 m and stable. The weather forecast is dry today, followed by a band of showers tonight and occasional blustery showers tomorrow, Thursday 12/03/20. High spring tides this week may constrain our pumping at times, therefore we will continue to pump at Currymoor when river levels and tidal conditions allow. Incident response staff are actively monitoring this to maximise the time we can pump. Cutts Road and New Road remain affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware of flood alert and flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Thursday, 12/03/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Mar 2020 12:08
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.35 m and is falling. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.72 m and is slowly rising. Following a dry start to Tuesday, showers are forecast to return this afternoon and into Wednesday. This may maintain high river levels and our pumping will be constrained by high spring tides this week.
We will continue to pump at Currymoor when river levels and tidal conditions allow. Incident response staff are actively monitoring this situation to maximise the time that the pumps run. Cutts Road and New Road remain affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware of flood alert and flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Wednesday, 11/03/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Mar 2020 12:12
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.35 m and is falling. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.76 m and is slowly falling. Following a dry start to Monday, showers are forecast to return this evening and into Tuesday. This may maintain high river levels and our pumping will be constrained by high spring tides this week.
We will continue to pump at Currymoor when river levels and tidal conditions allow. Incident response staff are actively monitoring this situation to maximise the time that the pumps run. Cutts Road and New Road remain affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware of flood alert and flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Tuesday 10/03/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Mar 2020 10:16
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.29 m and remains high butis stable. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.87 m and is slowly falling. We are pumping at Currymoor and will continue to pump water off the moor as long as the capacity allows. Incident response staff are actively monitoring this situation to maximise the time that the pumps run. Pumping continues at Saltmoor and Northmoor, when required and the river levels allow. Cutts Road and New Road remain affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. The forecast is for mostly dry conditions on Sunday, although some showers are still possible. Please stay aware of flood alert and flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Monday 09/03/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Mar 2020 10:43
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.30 m and remains high but is falling slowly. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.06 m and is stable. We are pumping at Currymoor and will continue to pump water off the moor as long as the capacity allows. Incident response staff are actively monitoring this situation to maximise the time that the pumps run. Pumping continues at Saltmoor and Northmoor, when required and the river levels allow. Cutts Road and New Road remain affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. The forecast is for mostly dry conditions on Saturday, although some showers are still possible. We are expecting a band of rain to cross the area on Saturday evening and overnight and into tomorrow. Please stay aware of flood alert and flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Sunday 08/03/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Mar 2020 11:36
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.50 m and remains high but is falling slowly. We will recommence pumping at Currymoor when the river has fallen further. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.06 m and is rising slowly. Pumping continues, when river levels allow, at Saltmoor and Northmoor. Incident response staff are actively monitoring this situation to maximise the time that the pumps run. Cutts Road and New Road remain affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. The forecast is for mostly dry conditions during Friday and into Saturday, although some showers are still possible. Please stay aware of flood alert and flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Saturday 07/03/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Mar 2020 11:58
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.30 m and is stable. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.73 m and falling slowly. We are pumping at Currymoor and will continue to pump water off the moor as long as capacity in the River Tone allows. Incident response staff are actively monitoring this situation to maximise the time that the pumps run. We will also pump at Saltmoor and Northmoor when required. Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Further showers are forecast to continue this morning and into the early afternoon before becoming drier for the rest of Thursday and into Friday, we expect river levels to continue dropping as a result. Please stay aware of flood alert and flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Friday 06/03/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Mar 2020 10:26
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.25 m and falling. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.87 m and falling slowly. We are pumping at Currymoor and will continue to pump water off the moor as long as capacity in the River Tone allows. Incident response staff are actively monitoring this situation to maximise the time that the pumps run. We will also pump at Saltmoor and Northmoor when required. Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Forecast is to be mainly dry with some showers and we expect river levels to continue dropping as a result. Please stay aware of flood alert and flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Thursday 05/03/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Mar 2020 08:59
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.30 m and falling. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.08 m and falling slowly. We are pumping at Currymoor and will continue to pump water off the moor as long as capacity in the River Tone allows. Incident response staff are actively monitoring this situation to maximise the time that the pumps run. We are also pumping at Saltmoor and Northmoor. Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Tuesday is forecast to be dry and we expect river levels to continue dropping as a result. Please stay aware of flood alert and flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Wednesday 04/03/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Mar 2020 13:20
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.43 m and falling. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway when this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.13 m and rising slowly. Pumping to drain Currymoor will take place as soon as capacity in the River Tone allows. Incident response staff are actively monitoring this situation to maximise the time that the Currymoor pumps run. Pumping is currently taking place at Saltmoor and Northmoor. Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Isolated showers are forecast for Monday and Tuesday, however both days will be largely dry. River levels in both the Tone and Parrett catchments are expected to drop as a result. Please stay aware of flood alert and flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Tuesday 03/03/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Mar 2020 11:51
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is bank-full and stable at 7.50 m. Hook Bridge spillway is currently running, and the drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.96 m and rising slowly. Pumping to drain the moors will take place when capacity in the River Tone allows. Incident response staff are actively monitoring this situation to maximise the time that pumps run. Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Isolated wintry showers are forecast for Sunday, with a band of more prolonged rain crossing the region later tonight. River levels in the lower Tone and Parrett catchments are likely to remain high for a number of days as a result of recent and forecast rainfall. Please stay aware of flood alert and flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Monday 02/03/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Feb 2020 12:19
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is bankfull at 7.51 m and rising in response to last night’s rain. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.60 m and also rising slowly. Pumping to drain the moors will take place whenever capacity in the River Tone allows. Incident response staff are actively monitoring this situation to maximise the time that pumps are running. Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Windy conditions and wintry showers are forecast for Saturday and Sunday. River levels in the lower Tone and Parrett catchments are likely to remain high for a number of days as a result of recent rainfall. Please stay aware of flood alert and flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Sunday 01/03/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Feb 2020 11:58
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is bankfull at 7.46 m. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.50 m and is rising slowly. Pumping to drain the moors will take place whenever capacity in the River Tone allows. Incident response staff are actively monitoring this situation to maximise the time that pumps are running. Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Storm Jorge is forecast to bring heavy and persistent rain to the region today, particularly over high ground. This will clear to the east early on Saturday morning and be followed by windy conditions and wintry showers on Saturday and Sunday. Please stay aware of flood alert and flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Saturday 29/02/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Feb 2020 10:34
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station remains high and stable, currently at 7.40 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.33 m and is stable. Pumping to drain the moors will take place whenever capacity in the River Tone allows. Incident response staff are actively monitoring this situation to maximise the time that pumps are running. Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Thursday 27/02/2020 is forecast to be largely dry, however rain is expected across the region during Friday and Saturday. This may be heavy and persistent. Catchments remain saturated and we expect river levels to rise in response to this rain. Please stay aware of flood alert and flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Friday 28/02/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Feb 2020 12:03
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.38 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.39 m and is stable. Pumping to drain the moors will take place whenever capacity in the River Tone allows. Incident response staff are actively monitoring this situation to maximise the time that pumps are running. Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Wednesday 26/02/2020 is forecast to be largely dry, however a period of rainfall is expected across the region from the early hours of Thursday morning. This will be followed by further rain on Friday and Saturday. Please stay aware of flood warning updates in the coming days as catchments remain saturated and rivers are very responsive to further rain. This message will be updated on Thursday 27/02/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2020 09:02
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.33 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.39 m and gradually falling. Pumping to drain the moors will continue for as long as the river capacity allows. Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Showers are forecast throughout today, Tuesday 25/02/2020. The forecast remains unsettled through the week but with generally low rainfall totals. Please stay aware of flood warning updates in the coming days as catchments remain saturated and rivers are very responsive to further rain, bringing a continued risk to low lying land and roads. This message will be updated on Wednesday 26/02/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2020 08:59
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.11 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.45 m and gradually falling. Pumping to drain the moors will continue for as long as the river capacity allows. Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. A band of rain is passing through the area this morning, Monday 24/02/2020. The forecast remains unsettled through the week but with generally low rainfall totals. Please stay aware of flood warning updates in the coming days as catchments remain saturated and rivers are very responsive to further rain, bringing a continued risk to low lying land and roads. This message will be updated on Tuesday 25/02/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2020 10:32
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.20 m and is falling slowly. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.6 m and gradually falling. Pumping to drain the moors will continue for as long as the river capacity allows. Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. The forecast for Sunday and Monday is mixed but with generally low rainfall totals. Please stay aware of flood warning updates in the coming days as catchments remain saturated and rivers are very responsive to further rain, bringing a continued risk to low lying land and roads. This message will be updated on Monday 24/02/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2020 09:22
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.30 m and is stable as pumping operations at all the Parrett moors pumping stations continue. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.72 m and gradually falling. Pumping to drain the moors will continue for as long as the river capacity allows. Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Today, Saturday 22/02/2020, is forecast to be largely dry following the rain last night until a further band of rain passes through the area overnight into Sunday. Please stay aware of flood warning updates in the coming days as catchments remain saturated and rivers are very responsive to further rain, bringing a continued risk to low lying land and roads. This message will be updated in the morning of Sunday, 23/02/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2020 10:44
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.34 m and is stable as pumping operations at all the Parrett moors pumping stations continue. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.83 m and is stable. Pumping to drain the moors will continue for as long as the river capacity allows. Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Today, Friday 21/02/2020, is forecast to be largely dry with a band of rain passing through the area overnight into Saturday. Please stay aware of flood warning updates in the coming days as catchments remain saturated and rivers are very responsive to further rain, bringing a continued risk to low lying land and roads. This message will be updated in the morning of Saturday, 22/02/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Feb 2020 19:39
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.34 m and is rising gradually as pumping operations at all the Parrett moors pumping stations continue. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.86 m and is stable. Pumping to drain the moors will continue for as long as the river capacity allows. Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Tonight and tomorrow, Friday, 21/02/2020 will be largely dry, however, further rain is forecast over the weekend, so please stay aware of flood warning updates in the coming days as catchments remain saturated and rivers are very responsive to further rain, bringing a continued risk to low lying land and roads. This message will be updated in the morning of Friday, 21/02/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Feb 2020 11:07
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.32 m and is rising as pumping operations at all the Parrett moors pumping stations continue. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.92 m and is stable. Pumping to drain the moors will continue for as long as the river capacity allows.
Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures.
There is more rain forecast today and over the weekend, so please stay aware of flood warning updates in the coming days as catchments remain saturated and rivers are very responsive to further rain, bringing a continued risk to low lying land and roads.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 20/02/2020, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Feb 2020 19:48
River Tone
Catchments remain saturated and rivers are very responsive to further rain, bringing a continued risk to low lying land and roads. A further band of rain is forecast on Thursday morning, 20/02/2020. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.35 m and is falling slowly. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.94 m and is stable. We are currently unable to pump, however, we are closely monitoring river levels and have prepared pump equipment on site, so that we are ready to pump at Currymoor as soon as river levels allow. Our Field Teams continue to check flood defences. Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware of flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Thursday morning, 20/02/2020, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Feb 2020 10:30
River Tone
Showers are forecast throughout Wednesday, 19/02/2020. This is followed on Thursday morning by a further band of rain. Catchments remain saturated and rivers are very responsive to further rain, bringing a continued risk to low lying land and roads. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.40 m and is falling slowly. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.95 m and is stable. We are currently unable to pump, however, we are closely monitoring river levels and have prepared pump equipment on site, so that we are ready to pump at Currymoor as soon as river levels allow. Our Field Teams continue to check flood defences. Cutts Road and New Road are affected by the flood water. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware of flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Wednesday afternoon, 19/02/2020, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Feb 2020 22:57
River Tone
A largely dry night is forecast tonight, Tuesday 18/02/20, into early Wednesday morning. A moderate band of showery rain is forecast later on Wednesday morning, into the afternoon. This is followed on Thursday morning by a further band of rain. Catchments remain saturated and rivers are very responsive to further rain. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.42 m and is falling slowly. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.93 m and is stable. Pumping continues at Saltmoor and Northmoor. We are closely monitoring river levels and have prepared pump equipment on site, so that we are ready to pump at Currymoor as soon as river levels and tide conditions allow. Our Field Teams continue to check flood defences. Please refer to @ TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware of flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Wednesday morning, 19/02/20.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Feb 2020 12:28
River Tone
Scattered, blustery showers continue today, Tuesday 18/02/20, with some heavier showers forecast this afternoon. Showers will ease on Wednesday morning, leaving a drier interlude, before a moderate band of rain arrives on Wednesday afternoon. Catchments remain saturated and rivers are responsive to further rain. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is bank-full at 7.48 m and is falling very slowly. Hookbridge Spillway is still running, slightly. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.90 m and is rising by 7 mm an hour. Pumping continues at Saltmoor and Northmoor. We are closely monitoring river levels and preparing pump equipment, so that we are ready to pump at Currymoor when the river levels allow. Our Field Teams continue to check flood defences. Please refer to @ TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware of flood warning updates in the coming days. This message will be updated on Tuesday evening, 18/02/20.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Feb 2020 22:01
River Tone
Scattered, blustery showers continue on Monday night, 17/02/20, through to Tuesday morning. Bands of heavier showers are forecast for Tuesday afternoon. Catchments are saturated and river levels in the area are high and responsive to further rain. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is bank-full at 7.51 m and is stable. Hookbridge Spillway is running. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.80 m and is rising by approximately 10 mm an hour. Pumping continues at Saltmoor and Northmoor and we will pump at Currymoor pumping station when river levels allow. Field teams continue to check debris screens and flood defences, and Incident staff are monitoring river levels closely. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware in case further flood warnings are issued in the coming days. This message will be updated on Tuesday morning, 18/02/20.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Feb 2020 13:42
River Tone
Scattered blustery showers and strong winds continue on Monday through in to Tuesday. Catchments are saturated and river levels are currently very high. These conditions mean the risk of flooding to low lying land and roads across the Somerset moors remains. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is bank-full at 7.52 m and is stable. Hookbridge Spillway is running. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.72 m and is rising by approximately 30 mm an hour. Pumping continues at Saltmoor and Northmoor and we will pump at Currymoor pumping station when river levels allow. Field teams continue to check debris screens and flood defences, and Incident staff are monitoring river levels closely. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware in case further flood warnings are issued in the coming days. This message will be updated on Monday evening 17/02/20.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Feb 2020 18:41
River Tone
Heavy rain from Storm Dennis cleared the region early on Sunday afternoon. Monday and Tuesday will see scattered blustery showers and continuing strong winds. Catchments are saturated and river levels are currently very high. These conditions mean the risk of flooding to low lying land and roads across the Somerset moors remains. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is bank-full at 7.55 m and is stable. Hookbridge Spillway is running. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.36 m and is rising by approximately 26 mm an hour. Pumping continues at Saltmoor and Northmoor and we will pump at Currymoor pumping station when river levels allow. Field teams continue to check debris screens and flood defences, and Incident staff are monitoring river levels closely. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware in case further flood warnings are issued in the coming days. This message will be updated on Monday 17/02/20.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Feb 2020 11:17
River Tone
Storm Dennis has brought persistent and heavy rainfall throughout Saturday night into Sunday morning on 16/02/2020. Catchments are saturated and all rivers have responded to this rainfall. Further showers are forecast until early afternoon on Sunday. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is bank-full at 7.54 m and stable just above the Hookbridge Spillway level. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.18 m and is slowly rising by 30 mm an hour. Pumping continues at Saltmoor and Northmoor and we will pump at Currymoor pumping station when river levels allow. Field teams are out clearing debris screens and checking flood defences. Incident teams are monitoring river levels closely. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on local road closures. Please stay aware in case further flood warnings are issued in the coming days. This message will be updated tomorrow, Monday 17/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Jan 2020 10:48
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is stabilising around 7.3m after rising by 50mm in response to the rainfall yesterday, Thursday 09/01/20. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 5.67m and stable. Pumping is taking place at Currymoor and Northmoor pumping stations. Levels on the Rivers Tone at Currymoor and the Parrett at Langport Westover pumping station are expected to fall slightly during this weekend with a good forecast for Friday 10/01/20 and 4mm of rainfall possible on Saturday. New Road remains closed but Cutts Road (East Lyng to Athelney) is now open.
We are monitoring the situation frequently and this message will be updated on Saturday 11/01/20
Flood Warning issued on 9 Jan 2020 19:02
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is stabilising around 6.95m. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 5.83m and is falling by 5mm per hour. Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. A band of rainfall, heavy at times has been passing through the area this afternoon, 09/01/2020, and intermittent rainfall may continue throughout this Thursday evening. River levels are not expected to respond significantly to this rainfall. Levels on the Rivers Tone at Currymoor and the Parrett at Langport Westover pumping station will continue to remain steady or fall slightly during this week. Water is still lying on New Road, Cutts Road is flooded. Both roads are closed pending further highways inspections. We are monitoring the situation frequently and this message will be updated on Friday 10/01/2020
Flood Warning issued on 8 Jan 2020 13:41
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is stabilising around 6.95m. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 5.83m and is falling by 5mm per hour. Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. A band of rain possibly heavy at times with up to 10mm of rainfall is forecast from late afternoon today 08/01/2020 and into the early hours of tomorrow morning. River levels are not expected to respond significantly to this rainfall. Levels on the Rivers Tone at Currymoor and the Parrett at Langport Westover pumping station will continue to remain steady or fall slightly during this week. Water is still lying on New Road, Cutts Road is flooded. Both roads are closed pending further highways inspections. We are monitoring the situation frequently and this message will be updated on Thursday 09/01/2020 or unless the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Jan 2020 14:58
River Tone
The River Tone at Currymoor pumping station is 6.8m with water levels falling steadily. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 5.96m and is falling by 6mm per hour. Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. Though dry today Tuesday 07/01/2020 and into tomorrow a band of rainfall possibly heavy at times is forecast overnight Wednesday and into the early hours of Thursday morning 09/01/2020. Rivers are not likely to be affected by the forecast rainfall totals. Levels on the Rivers Tone at Currymoor and the Parrett at Langport Westover pumping station will continue to fall during this week. Water is still lying on New Road, Cutts Road is flooded. Both roads are closed pending further highways inspections. We are monitoring the situation frequently and this message will be updated on Wednesday 08/01/2020 or unless the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2020 14:37
River Tone
The River Tone at Currymoor pumping station is 7.09m and while generally falling this level is reactive to states of the tide and the volume of water being pumped into the river. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.10m and is falling by 5mm per hour. Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. Short bands of moderate rainfall are forecast for today Monday 06/01/2020 and on Wednesday 08/01/2020. Rivers are unlikely to be adversely affected by this rain with levels on the Rivers Tone at Currymoor and the Parrett at Langport Westover pumping station continuing to fall over the next few days. Water is still lying on New Road, Cutts Road is flooded. Both roads are closed pending highways inspections. We are monitoring the situation frequently and this message will be updated on Tuesday 07/01/2020 or unless the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2020 10:15
River Tone
The River Tone at Currymoor pumping station is 7.10m and while generally falling this level is reactive to states of the tide and the volume of water being pumped into the river. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.14m and is falling by 5mm per hour. Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. Short bands of moderate rainfall are forecast for today Monday 06/01/2020 and on Wednesday 08/01/2020. Rivers are unlikely to be adversely affected by this rain with levels on the Rivers Tone at Currymoor and the Parrett at Langport Westover pumping station continuing to fall over the next few days. New Road is now clear of flood water but Cutts Road remains closed due to the level of water remaining on Currymoor. We are monitoring the situation frequently and this message will be updated on Tuesday 07/01/2020 or unless the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Jan 2020 14:39
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.12m and while generally falling this level is reactive to states of the tide and the volume of water being pumped into the river. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.30m and is falling by 8mm per hour. Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. The weather outlook is now settled with no appreciable rainfall forecast from today Sunday 05/01/2020 through to Wednesday 08/01/2020 when a band of moderate rainfall is forecast. Levels on the Rivers Tone at Currymoor and the Parrett at Langport Westover pumping station will continue to fall throughout the next 3 days. Both New Road and Cutts Road remain closed due to the high water levels on Currymoor. We are carefully monitoring the situation and this message will be updated on Monday 06/01/2020 unless the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2020 09:43
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.24m and while generally falling this level is reactive to states of the tide and the volume of water being pumped into the river. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.51m and is falling by 7mm per hour. Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. The weather outlook is now settled with no appreciable rainfall forecast from today Saturday 04/01/2020 through to Wednesday 08/01/2020. Levels on the Rivers Tone at Currymoor and the Parrett at Langport Westover pumping station will continue to fall throughout the next 5 days. Both New Road and Cutts Road remain closed due to the high water levels on Currymoor. We are carefully monitoring the situation and this message will be updated on Sunday 05/01/2020 unless the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Jan 2020 10:42
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.26m and while generally falling this level is reactive to states of the tide and the volume of water being pumped into the river. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.66m and is falling by 8mm per hour. Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. After slight overnight rainfall the weather outlook is now settled with no appreciable rainfall forecast from today Friday 03/01/2020 through to Tuesday 07/01/2020. Levels on the Rivers Tone at Currymoor and the Parrett at Langport Westover pumping station will continue to fall throughout the next 5 days. Both New Road and Cutts Road remain closed due to the high water levels on Currymoor. We are carefully monitoring the situation and this message will be updated on Saturday 04/01/2020 unless the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Jan 2020 11:44
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.2m and while generally falling this level is reactive to states of the tide and the volume of water being pumped into the river. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.83m and is falling by 10mm per hour. Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. The weather continues to be settled with slight overnight rainfall forecast for tonight and early tomorrow however, levels on the River Tone at Currymoor and the Parrett at Langport Westover pumping station will continue to fall throughout the coming weekend. Both New Road and Cutts Road remain closed due to the high water levels on Currymoor. We are carefully monitoring the situation and this message will be updated on Friday 03/01/2020 unless the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Jan 2020 10:57
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.26m and has started to rise due to the current high tide but is expected to be stable or fall again. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.96m and is falling by 10mm per hour.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations.
The weather continues to be settled with no significant rainfall forecast for today or towards the weekend. River levels on the River Tone at Currymoor and the River Parrett at Langport Westover pumping station will remain high but will continue to slowly fall as a result of the dry weather. Both New Road and Cutts Road remain closed due to the high water levels on Currymoor.
We will continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated on Thursday 02/01/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Dec 2019 11:51
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.29m and is stable. Water has stopped entering Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.10m and is falling by approximately 10mm per hour.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations and additional pumps have been deployed at Currymoor to increase capacity.
The weather continues to be settled with no significant rainfall forecast for today or Wednesday. River levels on the River Tone at Currymoor and the River Parrett at Langport Westover pumping station remain high but will continue to slowly fall as a result of the dry weather. Both New Road and Cutts Road remain closed due to the high water levels on Currymoor.
We will continue to closely monitor the situation and this message will be updated on Wednesday 01/01/2020.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Dec 2019 09:35
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.17m and is slowly falling. Water has stopped entering Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.30m and is falling by approximately 10mm per hour.
Pumping is taking place at Currymoor, Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations and additional pumps have been deployed at Currymoor to increase capacity.
Further mainly dry weather is forecast for today and Tuesday and river levels on the River Tone at Currymoor and the River Parrett at Langport Westover pumping station are forecast to continue to fall as a result. However both New Road and Cutts Road remain closed due to the high water levels on Currymoor.
We will continue to closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated on Tuesday 31/12/2019.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Dec 2019 11:04
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.34m and is falling slowly. Water has stopped entering Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.49m. There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m. Pumping is taking place at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. Pumping at Currymoor station will commence when levels in the River Tone allow. The river levels on the River Tone at Currymoor and River Parrett at Langport Westover pumping station remain high. However, dry weather is forecast over the next few days and it is hoped both rivers will continue to fall. Both New Road and Cutts Road remain closed but the A361 is open. This message will be updated on Monday 30/12/2019.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Dec 2019 09:55
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.503m and is falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.505m. There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m. Pumping is taking place at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. Pumping at Currymoor station will commence when levels in the River Tone allow. The river levels on the River Tone at Currymoor and River Parrett at Langport Westover pumping station remain high. However, dry weather is forecast over the weekend and it is hoped both rivers will continue to fall. Both New Road and Cutts Road remain closed but the A361 is open. This message will be updated on 29/12/2019.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Dec 2019 13:59
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.54 m and is very slowly falling by approximately 3mm per hour. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway above 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.33 m and is rising by approximately 20 mm per hour.
Pumping is taking place at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. Pumping at Currymoor station will commence when levels in the River Tone allow.
The River Tone at Currymoor and River Parrett at Langport Westover pumping station remain high. Both New Road and Cutts Road remain closed but the A361 is open.
Dry weather is forecast for Friday and the weekend.
This message will be updated on 28/12/2019.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Dec 2019 11:49
River Tone
Intermittent Rainfall is expected for the remainder of Boxing Day, 26/12/19, turning more persistent and heavy this evening and overnight into Friday morning 27/12/19.
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is currently 7.15m and is falling slowly but is expected to rise again in response to rainfall. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain at Currymoor pumping station is 7.26m. Athelney spillway is still running very slightly. We do not expect any impacts to the A361.
We have two automatic pumps running at Currymoor Pumping Station, as well as all pumps running at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. The two Currymoor pumps will run while river Tone levels allow, to avoid water spilling back into the Moor.
We are closely monitoring levels in the Tone and Currymoor. This message will be updated on Friday morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Dec 2019 19:45
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.30m and is falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain at Currymoor pumping station is 7.34m and is falling slowly. Athelney spillway is still running very slightly. We do not expect any impacts to the A361, as levels are now falling. We have two automatic pumps running at Currymoor Pumping Station, as well as all pumps running at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. The two Currymoor pumps will run while river Tone levels allow, to avoid water spilling back into the Moor. We are closely monitoring levels in the Tone and Currymoor. The remainder of Christmas Day, 25/12/19, will be dry. A band of rain is forecast tomorrow morning, Thursday. Further rain showers, perhaps becoming heavy and persistent, are possible during Thursday and into Friday morning. This message will be updated on Thursday morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Dec 2019 07:38
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.33m and is steady. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain at Currymoor pumping station is 7.41m and is falling slowly. Athelney spillway is still running very slightly. We do not expect any impacts to the A361, as levels are now falling. We have two automatic pumps running at Currymoor Pumping Station, as well as all pumps running at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. The two Currymoor pumps will run while river Tone levels allow, to avoid water spilling back into the Moor. We are closely monitoring levels in the Tone and Currymoor. The forecast is for a dry day today, Christmas Day, 25/12/19. A band of rain is forecast tomorrow morning, Thursday. Further rain showers, perhaps becoming heavy and persistent, are possible during Thursday and into Friday morning. This message will be updated this evening of Wednesday, 25/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Dec 2019 19:02
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.32m and is steady. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain at Currymoor pumping station is 7.45 and is falling slowly. Athelney spillway is still running very slightly. We do not expect any impacts to the A361, as levels are now falling. We now have two automatic pumps running at Currymoor Pumping Station, and all pumps are running at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. The two Currymoor pumps will run while river Tone levels allow. We are closely monitoring levels in the Tone and Currymoor. Earlier rain showers today, Tuesday, 24/12/19, have now passed, leaving a dry night tonight and a dry day tomorrow, Christmas Day, Wednesday. Some further rain is forecast for Boxing Day, Thursday. Please refer to Somerset Highways for information on road closures: @TravelSomerset. This message will be updated tomorrow, Wednesday, 25/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Dec 2019 11:29
River Tone
The River Tone at Currymoor pumping station is 7.35m and is falling slowly. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain at Currymoor pumping station is 7.49m and is steady. There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m. Athelney spillway is still running very slowly. We do not expect any impacts to the A361. We have all pumps running at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. Tuesday will see the occasional shower, Christmas Day (Wednesday) will be a dry day and there is a light band of rain forecast for Thursday. We are closely monitoring the river Tone level and will start pumping at Currymoor as soon as the river drops enough to avoid it spilling back into the Moor via Hookbridge spillway. This message will be updated this evening or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Dec 2019 22:37
River Tone
The River Tone at Currymoor pumping station is 7.44m and is falling at about 10 mm per hour. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway if this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain at Currymoor pumping station is 7.51m and steady. There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m. Athelney spillway is running very slowly. We have all pumps running at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. A small band of rain is forecast overnight followed by showers tomorrow morning, Tuesday 24/12/19. We are closely monitoring the river Tone level and will start pumping at Currymoor as soon as the river drops enough to avoid it spilling back into the Moor. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Tuesday, 24/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Dec 2019 11:38
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.49 m and is falling very slowly. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway while this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.51 m and is rising by approximately 8 mm per hour. There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m. Athelney spillway is still running very slowly. We have all pumps running at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. We will monitor the level of the River Tone and start pumping at Currymoor as soon as we can. There is less rain forecast in the next few days and we will get pumps on as we can. Please refer to Somerset Highways for information on current road closures in the area: @TravelSomerset. This message will be updated on Monday evening, (23,12,19), or if the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Dec 2019 17:49
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.51 m and is steady. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway while this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.43 m and is rising by approximately 10 mm per hour. There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m. Athelney spillway started to run very slowly this morning (Sunday 22/12/19). We have all pumps running at Saltmoor and Northmoor pumping stations. We will monitor the level of the River Tone and start pumping at Currymoor as soon as we can. There is less rain forecast in the next few days and we will get pumps on as soon as river levels allow. Please refer to Somerset Highways for information on current road closures in the area: @TravelSomerset. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Monday, 23/12/19, or if the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Dec 2019 10:29
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.52 m and is steady. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway while this level exceeds 7.45 m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.36 m and is rising by approximately 10 mm per hour. There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m. Pumping continues at Saltmoor and we have all pumps running at Northmoor pumping station. We will monitor the level of the River Tone and start pumping at Currymoor as soon as we can. There is less rain forecast in the next few days and we will get pumps on as soon as we can. Please refer to Somerset Highways for information on current road closures: @TravelSomerset. This message will be updated later this evening, 22/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Dec 2019 12:37
River Tone
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.52 m and is falling very gradually. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway while this level exceeds 7.45 m.
The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.1 m and is rising by approximately 10 mm per hour. There is a risk of water overtopping Haymoor flood storage area and affecting Curload and Stan Moor if this level reaches 8.30 m.
Pumping continues at Saltmoor and we have all pumps running at Northmoor pumping station. We will keep monitoring the level of the River Tone, we have gangs on the ground, and we will start pumping at Currymoor pumping station as soon as the river level allows us to.
A band of rain is forecast this afternoon and evening, Saturday 21/12/19, clearing in the early hours of Sunday. Please refer to Somerset Highways for information on current road closures: @TravelSomerset. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/12/19, or as the situation changes.