Flood Warning Info - River Yeo and River Parrett Moors, low lying properties around Muchelney
Area Description
Low lying properties in Muchelney, Muchelney Ham and Thorney Moor.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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Flood Warning Currently in Force
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2026 11:59
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is 8.03m and has stabilised having peaked in response to recent rainfall. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.34m and remains stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping continues at Huish Episcopi.
Today stays largely dry with only patchy rain expected, and Wednesday is mostly dry too with just the odd spot of rain in parts of Somerset. From Thursday afternoon a heavier, organised and windier spell of rain moves in from the West.
We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 25/02/2026 or as the situation changes.
Area Covered by this Flood Warning
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2026 13:43
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is 8.13m and has stabilised having peaked in response to recent rainfall. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.37m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping continues at Huish Episcopi.
Rainfall in Somerset will be light and patchy, arriving from the southwest today and continuing as occasional drizzle overnight and into Tuesday, mainly in western areas. By Wednesday, conditions look mostly dry with little to no rain expected
We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 24/02/2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2026 12:00
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is 8.10m and gradually falling having peaked in response to recent rainfall. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.42m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping has resumed at Huish Episcopi.
After overnight and morning rainfall on Sunday (22/02/2026), rain eases in Somerset for the rest of the day. Monday forecast to start dry, before further periods of rain later, but not forecast to bring high totals. Tuesday and Wednesday is expected to bring drier conditions.
We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 23/02/26 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2026 11:50
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is 8.12m and gradually falling having peaked in response to recent rainfall. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.45m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping has resumed at Huish Episcopi.
Somerset can expect patchy rain today followed by a cold front bringing more widespread rain overnight and persistent, sometimes heavy rain on Sunday morning before it clears later in the day. Monday should start brighter with only a few showers.
We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 22/02/26 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Feb 2026 11:27
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is 8.28m and gradually falling having peaked in response to rain yesterday. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.46m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping has been paused at Huish Episcopi and will resume when river levels allow.
Friday in Somerset starts dry before a band of rain moves through, followed by showers in the afternoon. Over the weekend, expect occasional rain Saturday, then a cold front Sunday bringing more persistent rain.
We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 21/02/26 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Feb 2026 11:02
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is 8.86m and rising in response to overnight rain. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.47m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping has been paused at Huish Episcopi and will resume when river levels allow. Rain has cleared south-eastwards on Thursday morning, leaving Somerset largely dry before another band of moderate rain moves in from the west on Friday. Patchy light rain is likely at times on Saturday, with a cold front on Sunday potentially bringing heavier rain.
We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 20/02/26 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Feb 2026 12:24
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is 8.18m and stable. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.41m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping has begun at Huish Episcopi and will continue when river levels allow. Significant rainfall is forecast Wednesday afternoon (18/02/26) and overnight. Thursday is forecast to be dry but further rain is expected Friday and over the weekend. Catchments are saturated and rivers are very responsive to the forecast rainfall. We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 19/02/26 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Feb 2026 12:43
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is 8.12m and is falling. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.49m and is stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping has paused at Huish Episcopi and will resume when river levels allow. Tuesday (17/02/26) will be largely dry with rainfall returning to the area through Wednesday afternoon and evening before clearing to the east. Subsequent days are forecast to see the continued theme of showery conditions.
Catchments are saturated and rivers are very responsive to the forecast rainfall. We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 18/02/26 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Feb 2026 13:04
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is 8.75m and has risen due to overnight rain. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.48m and is stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping has paused at Huish Episcopi and will resume when river levels allow. Showers, heavy at times, will persist through Monday (16/02/26) before clearing through this evening. Tuesday will be a largely dry day with a return to more unsettled conditions later in the week.
Catchments are saturated and rivers are very responsive to the forecast rainfall. We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 17/02/26 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 15 Feb 2026 12:18
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is 8.16m and stable. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.46m and is stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping has begun at Huish Episcopi and will continue to do so whilst river levels allow. Sunday (15/2/26) will be a showery day and these showers may be heavy at times. The showery theme will continue through Monday with a drier outlook currently forecast for Tuesday. Catchments are saturated and rivers are very responsive to the forecast rainfall. We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 16/02/26 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 14 Feb 2026 12:46
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is 8.42m and rising slowly. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.50m and is stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. We are unable to pump due to high river levels but will start when conditions allow. Saturday (14/02/26) will be a fine dry day until further rainfall returns through the evening and overnight into Sunday. Monday will be a showery day and Tuesday is forecast to be another unsettled day. Catchments are saturated and rivers very responsive to the forecast rainfall. We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 15/02/26 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 14 Feb 2026 12:15
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is 8.42m and rising slowly. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.50m and is stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. We are unable to pump due to high river levels but will start when conditions allow. Saturday (14/02/26) will be a fine a dry day until further rainfall returns through the evening and overnight into Sunday. Monday will be a showery day and Tuesday is forecast to be another unsettled day. Catchments are saturated and rivers very responsive to the forecast rainfall. We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 15/02/26 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Feb 2026 12:36
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is 7.95m and falling slowly. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.49m and falling slowly. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. We are unable to pump due to high river levels but will start when conditions allow. There will be showers on Friday (13/02/26), possibly heavy at times. The outlook is for a more settled and dry day for the majority of Saturday. Unsettled conditions and further rainfall is forecast to return late on Saturday evening and through the early hours of Sunday. Catchments are saturated and rivers very responsive to the forecast rainfall. We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 14/02/26.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Feb 2026 11:57
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is 8.49m and falling slowly. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.53m and steady. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. We are unable to pump due to high river levels but will start when conditions allow.
Thursday (12/02/26) will be a showery day. The outlook for Friday remains unsettled with further rain forecast. Saturday will be a predominantly dry day before unsettled conditions return on Sunday. Catchments are saturated and rivers very responsive to the forecast rainfall.
We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 13/02/26 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Feb 2026 12:43
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is 8.76m and is now stable. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.55m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. We are unable to pump due to high river levels but will start when conditions allow. Further bands of rainfall are expected during Wednesday 11th February and through Thursday. The outlook remains unsettled with further rain over the coming days, turning cooler with Saturday forecast to be a drier day. Catchments are saturated and rivers very responsive to the forecast rainfall. We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 12/02/26 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Feb 2026 12:56
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is 8.9m and is now stable. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.55m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. We are unable to pump due to high river levels but will start when conditions allow. Further bands of rainfall are expected during Tuesday 10th February and through Wednesday. The outlook remains unsettled with further rain over the coming days, turning cooler and potentially drier on Friday and Saturday. Catchments are saturated and rivers very responsive to the forecast rainfall. We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on Wednesday 11 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Feb 2026 12:27
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is 8.9m and is now stable. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.55m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. We are unable to pump due to high river levels but will start when conditions allow. Further bands of rainfall are expected during Tuesday 10th February and through Wednesday. The outlook remains unsettled with further rain over the coming days, turning cooler and potentially drier on Friday and Saturday. Catchments are saturated and rivers very responsive to the forecast rainfall. We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on Wednesday 11 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Feb 2026 13:57
River Yeo
The River Yeo level has risen to 8.95m and is now stable. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.54m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. We are unable to pump due to high river levels but will start when conditions allow. A band of persistent rain, at times heavy, is forecast through the afternoon and evening of today, Monday 9th February. Tuesday sees further bands of rainfall although totals are expected to be lower than on Monday. Catchments are saturated and rivers very responsive to the forecast rainfall. We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on Tuesday 10 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Feb 2026 12:14
River Yeo
The River Yeo level is stable at 8.65m and the drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.51m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. We are unable to pump due to high river levels but will start when conditions allow. Similarly, we will operate the River Sowy (Parrett Relief Channel) as conditions allow. Sunday will see further showers passing through the area and these may be heavy for short periods. A further band of rain that will bring persistent and heavy rainfall will arrive through Monday afternoon. Catchments are saturated and rivers very responsive to the forecast rainfall. We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 09/02/26
Flood Warning issued on 7 Feb 2026 11:48
River Yeo
The River Yeo level has fallen slightly to 8.70m and the drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.52m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. We are unable to pump due to high river levels but will start when conditions allow. Similarly, we will operate the River Sowy (Parrett Relief Channel) as conditions allow. Isolated showers are forecast today, Saturday 7 February, and Sunday, but the rainfall totals for the weekend are expected to be lower than recent days. Catchments are saturated and rivers very responsive to the forecast rainfall. We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on Sunday 8 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Feb 2026 13:36
River Yeo
The River Yeo level has risen to 8.92m and the drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.49m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping will start at Huish Episcopi and Westover stations once river levels allow. We will operate the River Sowy (Parrett Relief Channel) as conditions allow. Showers are forecast for today, Friday 6th February, with a band of rain expected overnight. Further showers are forecast over the weekend and into Monday. Catchments are saturated and rivers are very responsive to the forecast rainfall. We continue to monitor the situation closely, and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on Saturday 07 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Feb 2026 14:09
River Yeo
The River Yeo level remains high at 8.23m and the drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.48m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping will start at Huish Episcopi and Westover stations once river levels allow. We will operate the River Sowy (Parrett Relief Channel) as conditions allow. Bands of rain, heavy at times, are forecast for today, Thursday 5th February, and during Friday. Catchments are saturated and rivers are expected to be very responsive to the forecast rainfall. We continue to monitor the situation closely. Staff are checking the condition of flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 06/02/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Feb 2026 13:00
River Yeo
The River Yeo level remains high and the drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.48m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping will start at Huish Episcopi and Westover stations once river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel will be opened once spillways stop running. Wednesday will be a mainly dry day but further rainfall, heavy at times, is forecast through Thursday and Friday. We are monitoring the situation closely. Staff are checking the condition of flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1PM on 05/02/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Feb 2026 10:52
River Yeo
The River Yeo level remains high and the drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.49m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping will start at Huish Episcopi and Westover stations once river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel will be opened once spillways stop running. Sustained, moderate rain is forecast throughout today Tuesday 3rd February. Tomorrow (Wednesday) is expected to be dry with occasional showers however further rain is forecast for Thursday/Friday. We are monitoring the situation closely. Staff are checking the condition of flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1PM on 04/02/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Feb 2026 16:06
River Yeo
The river level at Huish Episcopi is currently 8.57m. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.51m and stable. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.30m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road about 8.8m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels.
Pumping operations will start at Westover and Huish Episcopi stations once river levels allow. We will also use the Parrett Relief Channel when river levels and water levels on the moors allows.
Monday is forecast to be mainly dry. A band of more sustained rain is forecast to last all day Tuesday and rivers are likely to respond to this. We are monitoring the situation closely. Staff are checking the condition of flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 1pm on 03 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Feb 2026 11:10
River Yeo
The river level at Huish Episcopi is currently 8.57m. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.51m and stable. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.30m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road about 8.8m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping will start at Huish Episcopi and Westover stations once river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel has been opened. Monday is forecast to be mainly dry, with a band of more sustained rain all day Tuesday and rivers are likely to respond. We are monitoring the situation closely. Staff are checking the condition of flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 03 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Feb 2026 11:25
River Yeo
The River Yeo level remains high and the drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.51m and stable. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.30m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road about 8.8m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels.
Pumping will start at Huish Episcopi and Westover stations once river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel has been opened. Rainfall today will clear later this afternoon, and it will remain dry until another band of rain arrives early Monday evening, continuing to Tuesday afternoon.
We are monitoring the situation closely. Staff are checking the condition of flood banks and spillways. Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 1pm on 02 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Jan 2026 12:45
River Yeo
The River Yeo level remains high and the drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.54m and stable. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.30m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road about 8.8m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping will start at Huish Episcopi and Westover stations once river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel has been opened. Further light showers are forecast today, Saturday 31st January, and on Sunday and Monday. We are monitoring the situation closely. Staff are checking the condition of flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 01 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Jan 2026 17:35
River Yeo
The River Yeo level remains high and the drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.57m and stable. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.30m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road about 8.8m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping will start at Huish Episcopi and Westover stations once river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel will be opened once spillways stop running.
Showers are forecast tonight and on Saturday. Rainfall will mainly be light but there is potential for heavier downpours. Sunday and Monday are both forecast to be drier until more rain arrives later on Monday.
We are monitoring the situation closely. Staff are checking the condition of flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1 PM on 31/01/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Jan 2026 09:30
River Yeo
The River Yeo level remains high and the drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.56m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping will start at Huish Episcopi and Westover stations once river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel will be opened once spillways stop running. Further rain is forecast throughout Friday and Saturday. Rainfall will mainly be light but there is the potential for periods of heavier downpours and blustery conditions. We are monitoring the situation closely. Staff are checking the condition of flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 7 PM on 30/01/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Jan 2026 18:45
River Yeo
The River Yeo level remains high; the drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.60m and stable. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.30m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. For flood levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/. Pumping will start at Huish Episcopi and Westover stations once river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel will be opened once spillways stop running.
A band of sustained rain, heavy at times, is forecast overnight. The catchments are saturated, so rivers are forecast to rise again, though not as much as on Tuesday. Any response from the rivers to tonight’s rainfall will occur tomorrow, Friday, as the peak passes down through the system.
We are monitoring the situation closely. Staff are checking the condition of flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1 PM on 30/01/2026, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 29 Jan 2026 10:48
River Yeo
The River Yeo level remains high and the drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.62m and stable. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping will start at Huish Episcopi and Westover stations once river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel will be opened once spillways stop running. Throughout the day isolated showers are forecast, with a band of more sustained rain this evening through to the early hours of Friday morning. We are monitoring the situation closely. Staff are checking the condition of flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 7 PM on 29/01/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Jan 2026 20:35
River Yeo
The River Yeo level remains high and the drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.63m and gradually rising. Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. Pumping will start at Huish Episcopi and Westover stations once river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel will be opened once spillways stop running. The weather has improved today, Wednesday 28 January 2026, but remains unsettled and showers are possible this evening and tomorrow (Thursday). Further rain, possibly heavy, is forecast for tomorrow evening. We are monitoring the situation closely. Staff are checking the condition of flood banks and spillways. Avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1 PM on 29/01/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Jan 2026 11:47
River Yeo
The River Yeo level remains high and the drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is above 8.5m and still gradually rising.
Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Draycott road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels
Pumping will start at Huish Episcopi and Westover stations once river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel will be opened once river spillways stop running.
After significant rain on Monday and Tuesday, we are expecting less rain for the remainder of Wednesday however blustery showers are forecast which may be heavy at times.
We are monitoring the situation closely. Staff are checking the condition of flood banks and spillways. Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9 PM on 28/01/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Jan 2026 23:15
River Yeo
The river level at Huish Episcopi is currently 8.92m. The drain level at Huish Episcopi is 8.42m and rising.
Flooding will affect the Langport to Muchelney road if this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Draycott road above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels
Pumping will start at Huish Episcopi and Westover stations once river levels allow. The Parrett Relief Channel will be opened once river spillways stop running.
Showers are expected on Tuesday night and Wednesday, with blustery showers forecast on Thursday and Friday which may be heavy at times.
We are monitoring the situation closely. Staff are checking the condition of flood banks and spillways. Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 1PM on 28/01/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Jan 2026 18:35
River Yeo
High water levels are expected to cause flooding today.
Flooding is expected on 27 January 2026
HEPS drain level is currently 8.33m. Flooding will affect the road from Langport to Muchelney if this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the road from Muchelney to Long Load above 7.86m, the road from Muchelney to Thorney above 7.93m and the road from Muchelney to Draycott, Law Lane, above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. Pumping will begin at HEPS as soon as river levels allow.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .
This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 28 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Jan 2024 09:50
River Yeo
The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station is 8.00m and falling. The Huish Episcopi drain level is 8.40m and also falling. Flooding will affect the road between Muchelney and Langport if this level exceeds 7.30m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Thorney road above 7.93m, and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.80m. Property flooding is expected at drain levels above 8.35m.
We are pumping at Huish Episcopi and Westover pumping stations, and we are using the Parrett Relief Channel to reduce river levels. The forecast is for dry cold weather through this week, and we expect to maximise pumping operations throughout this period, to clear as much water from the moors as possible.
We are monitoring the situation closely. Please do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water, and refer to @TravelSomerset for local road closures. This message will be updated by 4 PM on 10/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Jan 2024 15:43
River Yeo
The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station is 8.12m and rising. The Huish Episcopi drain level is 8.48m and falling. Flooding will affect the road between Muchelney and Langport if this level exceeds 7.30m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Thorney road above 7.93m, and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.80m. Property flooding is expected at drain levels above 8.35m.
Levels on the River Yeo have fallen, allowing pumping to commence at Huish Episcopi pumping station. We are also pumping at Westover pumping station and continue to use the Parrett Relief Channel to further reduce levels. We will continue pumping to evacuate water from the Moors, as river levels allow.
The forecast is for dry, cold weather through this week, although light showers are possible later today. We are monitoring the situation closely. Please do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water, and refer to @TravelSomerset for local road closures.
This message will be updated by 4pm, Tuesday, 9/1/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Jan 2024 11:21
River Yeo
The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station is 8.28m and falling steadily. The Huish Episcopi drain level remains stable at 8.53m. Flooding will affect the road between Muchelney and Langport if this level exceeds 7.30m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Thorney road above 7.93m, and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.80m. Property flooding is expected at drain levels above 8.35m.
Dry and cold conditions are forecast into next week. We are currently unable to pump at stations upstream of Langport due to continuing high river levels, however we have now been able to open the Parrett Relief Channel to help reduce these. We will start pumping activities as soon as the river levels allow.
We are monitoring the situation closely and staff are checking flood defences and pumps. Please do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water, and refer to @TravelSomerset for local road closures. This message will be updated by 4 PM on 08/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2024 12:31
River Yeo
The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station is 8.81m and falling slowly. The Huish Episcopi drain level is stable at 8.53m. Flooding will affect the road between Muchelney and Langport if this level exceeds 7.30m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Thorney road above 7.93m, and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.80m. Property flooding is expected at levels above 8.35m.
Dry and cold conditions are now forecast into next week. However, we are currently unable to pump at stations upstream of Langport, due to the continuing high river levels. Pumping operations and use of the Parrett Relief Channel will start as soon as river levels allow.
We are monitoring the situation closely and staff are checking flood defences and pumps. Please do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water, and refer to @TravelSomerset for local road closures.
This message will be updated by 4 PM on 07/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Jan 2024 14:32
River Yeo
The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station is very high but stable at 8.92m. The Huish Episcopi drain level is 8.47m and rising. Flooding will affect the road between Muchelney and Langport if this level exceeds 7.30m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Thorney road above 7.93m, and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.80m. Property flooding is expected at drain levels above 8.35m.
The forecast for Friday and the weekend is predominantly dry with very little if any rain. We are currently unable to pump at stations upstream of Langport due to the very high river levels. Pumping operations and use of the Parrett Relief Channel will start as soon as river levels allow. We are monitoring the situation closely and staff are checking flood defences and pumps.
Please do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water, and refer to @TravelSomerset for local road closures. This message will be updated by 4pm on 06/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Jan 2024 07:24
River Yeo
The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station is 8.92m and is stable. The drain level at Huish Episcopi is 8.37m and is rising by approximately 10 mm per hour.
Flooding will affect the road from Langport to Muchelney if this level exceeds 7.3m, the road from Muchelney to Long load above 7.86m, the road from Muchelney to Thorney above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.80m. Property flooding is possible if this level exceeds 8.35m. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and activate any property flood protection products.
No pumping is currently possible at Huish Episcopi pumping station due to high river levels.
Dry weather is now forecast for Friday and into the weekend, although some showers are possible. The River Yeo at Muchelney will continue to rise during Friday.
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.
This message will be updated by 18:00, Friday, 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Dec 2023 09:05
River Yeo
The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station is stable at 8.13m. This level is being maintained by the water being pumped off the moor.
The pumping station drain level is 8.35m and falling steadily. Flooding will affect the road from Langport to Muchelney if this level exceeds 7.30m, from Muchelney to Long Load above 7.86m, and from Muchelney to Thorney above 7.93m. Property flooding is expected when this level exceeds 8.35m.
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 Westover and Huish Episcopi pumping stations and will maximise pumping activities to reduce water in the moors as much as river levels allow. We will continue to monitor levels in the rivers and on the moors closely, and staff are out checking flood defences. Please remain aware of local water levels. 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 12:30
River Yeo
The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station is stable at 8.13m. This level is being maintained by the water being pumped off the moor.
The pumping station drain level is 8.43m and falling slowly. Flooding will affect the road from Langport to Muchelney if this level exceeds 7.30m, from Muchelney to Long Load above 7.86m, and from Muchelney to Thorney above 7.93m. Property flooding is possible with this level exceeding 8.35m.
Dry weather is forecast for the rest of this week. We are currently pumping at Westover and Huish Episcopi pumping stations and will maximise pumping activities to reduce water in the moors as much as river levels allow.
We will continue to monitor levels in the rivers and on the moors closely, and staff are out checking flood defences. Please remain aware of weather conditions and local water levels. Do not attempt to drive, walk or cycle through flood water.
Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on closed roads.
This message will be updated by 1pm on Saturday 16/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 14 Dec 2023 10:17
River Yeo
The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station is 8.13m and falling slowly.
The pumping station drain level is 8.50m and also falling slowly. Flooding will affect the road from Langport to Muchelney if this level exceeds 7.30m, from Muchelney to Long Load above 7.86m, and from Muchelney to Thorney above 7.93m. Property flooding is possible with this level exceeding 8.35m.
Predominantly dry weather is forecast for the rest of this week. We are currently pumping at Westover and Huish Episcopi pumping stations and will maximise pumping activities to reduce water in the moors as much as river levels allow.
We will continue to monitor levels in the rivers and on the moors closely, and staff are out checking flood defences. Please remain aware of weather conditions and local water levels. Do not attempt to drive, walk or cycle through flood water.
Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on closed roads.
This message will be updated by midday on Friday 15/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Dec 2023 12:12
River Yeo
The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station is 8.17m and falling. The pumping station drain level is stable at 8.52m. Flooding will affect the road from Langport to Muchelney if this level exceeds 7.30m, from Muchelney to Long Load above 7.86m, and from Muchelney to Thorney above 7.93m. Property flooding is possible with this level exceeding 8.35m.
Scattered showers are forecast today, Wednesday, together with a band of light rain on Thursday morning. We expect dry weather to return for the remainder of the week. We are currently pumping at Westover and Huish Episcopi and will continue to maximise pumping activities to reduce water in the moors as and when river levels allow.
We continue to monitor rainfall, river levels and flood defence assets. Please remain mindful of weather conditions and local water levels. Do not attempt to drive, walk or cycle through flood water.
Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on closed roads.
This message will be updated by midday on 14/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Dec 2023 12:21
River Yeo
The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station is 8.36m, and falling.
The drain level is 8.56m and is stable. Flooding will affect the road from Langport to Muchelney if this level exceeds 7.30m, from Muchelney to Long Load above 7.86m, and from Muchelney to Thorney above 7.93m. Property flooding is possible with this level exceeding 8.35m. For up-to-date water levels visit the gauge section of our website (check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/station/3379).
We are currently unable to pump at Huish Episcopi or nearby stations due to the high river levels, but will commence as soon as river levels allow.
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, river levels and flood defence assets. Consider weather conditions, local water levels, and flood plans. Do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water.
Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on closed roads.
This message will be updated by midday on 13/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Dec 2023 13:04
River Yeo
The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station is 8.57m, and falling.
The drain level is 8.56m and is stable. Flooding will affect the road from Langport to Muchelney if this level exceeds 7.30m, from Muchelney to Long Load above 7.86m, and from Muchelney to Thorney above 7.93m. Property flooding is possible with this level exceeding 8.35m. For up-to-date water levels visit the gauge section of our website (check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/station/3379).
We are currently unable to pump at Huish Episcopi or nearby stations due to the high river levels, but will commence as soon as river levels allow.
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, river levels and flood defence assets. Consider weather conditions, local water levels, and flood plans. Do not attempt to drive or walk through flood water.
Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on closed roads.
This message will be updated by 3:00 PM on 12/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Dec 2023 11:19
River Yeo
The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station is 8.74m, and is currently falling by 20 mm per hour. The drain level is 8.59m and is stable. Flooding will affect the road from Langport to Muchelney if this level exceeds 7.3m, the road from Muchelney to Long Load above 7.86m, and the road from Muchelney to Thorney above 7.93m. Property flooding is possible if this level exceeds 8.35m. We are currently unable to pump at Huish Episcopi pumping station due to the high river level, but will commence as soon as river levels allow. The rainfall during Sunday morning is forecast to pass out of the area around lunchtime, leaving a mostly dry afternoon and evening. The River Yeo at Muchelney is forecast to remain high throughout this unsettled period. 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. This message will be updated by 3:00 PM on Monday 11th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Dec 2023 11:56
River Yeo
The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station is 8.75m. It has fallen overnight but is now rising by 10 mm per hour. The drain level is 8.57m and is stable. Flooding will affect the road from Langport to Muchelney if this level exceeds 7.3m, the road from Muchelney to Long Load above 7.86m, and the road from Muchelney to Thorney above 7.93m. Property flooding is possible if this level exceeds 8.35m. We are currently unable to pump at Huish Episcopi pumping station due to the high river level, but will commence as soon as river levels allow. The rainfall has now passed out of the area although isolated showers remain possible for Saturday and Sunday. The River Yeo at Muchelney is forecast to remain high throughout this unsettled period. 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. This message will be updated by 3pm on Sunday 10th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Dec 2023 16:45
River Yeo
The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station is 8.92m and is stable. The drain level is 8.55m and rising slowly. Flooding will affect the road from Langport to Muchelney if this level exceeds 7.3m, the road from Muchelney to Long load above 7.86m and the road from Muchelney to Thorney above 7.93m. Property flooding is possible if this level exceeds 8.35m.
We are currently unable to pump at Huish Episcopi pumping station due to the high river level, but will commence as soon as river levels allow. Further rain, heavy at times, is forecast overnight tonight and into Saturday morning. River levels and saturated catchments will be responsive to this, and flooding is expected to continue over the next few days.
The River Yeo at Muchelney is forecast to remain high throughout this unsettled period. 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. This message will be updated by 3pm on 09/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Dec 2023 19:17
River Yeo
The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station is 8.90 m and is rising by 15 mm per hour and the drain level is 8.34 m and is slowly rising by 5 mm per hour.
Flooding will affect the road from Langport to Muchelney if this level exceeds 7.3 m, the road from Muchelney to Long load above 7.86 m and the road from Muchelney to Thorney above 7.93 m.
Property flooding is possible if this level exceeds 8.35 m. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and install any property flood protection products.
No pumping is possible for today or tomorrow due to high river levels but will commence as soon as river levels allow.
Thursday night will be mainly dry with some showers on Friday and early Saturday morning.
The River Yeo at Muchelney will continue to rise tonight before falling tomorrow but will remain high.
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.
This message will be updated by 12:00am on Friday, 08/12/2023.