Flood Warning Info - River Parrett (lower) at Langport Westover Trading Estate
Area Description
Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate.
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2026 11:10
River Parrett
Water levels are continuing to fall on the moors outside Langport, and the level at Westover Drain is also decreasing. However, a considerable amount of water may still remain near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. The areas at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Pumping operations are continuing at Westover and Huish Episcopi, and we are using the Parrett Relief Channel as river and moor water levels allow.
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 are closely monitoring the situation, checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 25/02/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2026 12:19
River Parrett
Water levels are now slowly falling on the moors outside Langport, and the level at Westover Drain is also decreasing. However, a considerable amount of water may still remain near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. The areas at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Pumping operations are continuing at Westover and Huish Episcopi, and we are using the Parrett Relief Channel as river and moor water levels allow.
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 are closely monitoring the situation, checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 24/02/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2026 11:37
River Parrett
Water levels are now slowly falling on the moors outside Langport, and the level at Westover Drain is also decreasing. Water may still remain near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. The areas at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Pumping operations are continuing at Westover and Huish Episcopi, and we are using the Parrett Relief Channel as river and moor water levels allow.
After overnight and morning rainfall Sunday (22/02/2026), the rain will ease in Somerset. Monday starts mostly dry, before a new weather system brings periods of rain, not forecast to bring high totals. Tuesday and Wednesday is expected to bring drier conditions.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 23/02/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2026 12:09
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is gradually falling. Flooding forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Pumping operations are continuing at Westover and pumping has restarted at Huish Episcopi. We are using the Parrett Relief Channel as river levels and water levels on the moors allow.
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 are closely monitoring the situation, checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 22/02/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Feb 2026 11:08
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is gradually falling. Flooding forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Pumping operations have restarted at Westover but are still paused at Huish Episcopi to continue when river levels allow. We are using the Parrett Relief Channel as river levels and water levels on the moors 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 persistent rain.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 21/02/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Feb 2026 13:30
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is starting to rise again in response to overnight rain on Wednesday. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Pumping operations at Westover and Huish Episcopi have been paused but will continue when river levels allow. We are using the Parrett Relief Channel as river levels and water levels on the moors 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 are closely monitoring the situation, checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 20/02/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Feb 2026 12:08
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is falling but levels remain high. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Pumping operations at Westover and Huish Episcopi have begun and will continue whilst river levels allow. We are using the Parrett Relief Channel as river levels and water levels on the moors 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. We are closely monitoring the situation, checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 19/02/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Feb 2026 12:42
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is falling but levels remain high. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Pumping operations at Westover have begun and will continue whilst river levels allow. Huish Episcopi station will pump once river levels allow. We are using the Parrett Relief Channel as river levels and water levels on the moors 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.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 18/02/2026, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 16 Feb 2026 13:03
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is falling slowly but levels remain high. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Pumping operations at Westover have begun and will continue whilst river levels allow. Huish Episcopi station will pump once river levels allow. We are using the Parrett Relief Channel as river levels and water levels on the moors 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.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 17/02/2026, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 15 Feb 2026 12:17
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is falling slowly but levels remain high. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Pumping operations at Westover have begun and will continue whilst river levels allow. Huish Episcopi station will pump once river levels allow. We are using the Parrett Relief Channel as river levels and water levels on the moors 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. We are closely monitoring the situation, checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 16/02/2026, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 14 Feb 2026 12:46
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is falling slowly but levels remain high. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Pumping operations at Westover have begun and will continue whilst river levels allow. Huish Episcopi station will pump once river levels allow. We are using the Parrett Relief Channel as river levels and water levels on the moors 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. We are closely monitoring the situation, checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 15/02/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 14 Feb 2026 12:14
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is falling slowly but levels remain high. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Pumping operations at Westover have begun and will continue whilst river levels allow. Huish Episcopi station will pump once river levels allow. We are using the Parrett Relief Channel as river levels and water levels on the moors 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. We are closely monitoring the situation, checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 15/02/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Feb 2026 12:35
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is falling slowly but levels remain high. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Pumping operations at Westover have begun and will continue whilst river levels allow. Huish Episcopi station will pump once river levels allow. We are using the Parrett Relief Channel as river levels and water levels on the moors allow. We are closely monitoring the situation, checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 14/02/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Feb 2026 11:43
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is stable but still high and flooding is expected to continue today Thursday 12 February 2026. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Pumping operations will start at Westover and Huish Episcopi stations once river levels allow. We are using the Parrett Relief Channel as river levels and water levels on the moors 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.
We are closely monitoring the situation, checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 13/02/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Feb 2026 12:41
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is stable but still high and flooding is expected to continue today Wednesday 11 February 2026. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Pumping operations will start at Westover and Huish Episcopi stations once river levels allow. We will use the Parrett Relief Channel when river levels and water levels on the moors allows. 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. We are closely monitoring the situation, checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 12/02/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Feb 2026 12:13
River Parrett
The level in Westover Drain is still very high at 8.33 m, and stable, today, Tuesday 10 February 2026. The Westover Trading Estate access road is flooded, and estate businesses may flood if water levels exceed 8.35m AOD. Other areas at risk, if levels continue to rise, include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street and Moor Park. 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 those conditions allow. Further bands of rainfall are expected during Tuesday 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 are very responsive to rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation and have been checking debris screens, flood banks and spillways. Keep aware of local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 1pm on Wednesday 11 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Feb 2026 14:42
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is 8.33 m and stable today, Monday 9 February 2026. The Westover Trading Estate access road is flooded, and estate businesses may flood if water levels exceed 8.35m AOD. Other areas at risk, if levels continue to rise, include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street and Moor Park. 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 those conditions allow. A band of persistent rain, at times heavy, is forecast through the afternoon and evening of today. Tuesday sees further bands of rainfall arriving from the southwest although totals are expected to be lower than on Monday. Catchments are saturated and rivers are very responsive to rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation and have been checking debris screens, flood banks and spillways. Keep aware of local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 1pm on Tuesday 10 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Feb 2026 12:20
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain stable at 8.26 m today, Sunday 8th February 2026. The Westover Trading Estate access road is flooded, and estate businesses will flood if water levels reach 8.35m AOD. Other areas at risk, if levels continue to rise, include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street and Moor Park. 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 those 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 are very responsive to rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation and have been checking debris screens, flood banks and spillways. Keep aware of local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 1pm on 09/02/26
Flood Warning issued on 8 Feb 2026 12:02
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain stable at 8.26 m today, Sunday 8th February 2026. The Westover Trading Estate access road is flooded, and estate businesses will flood if water levels reach 8.35m AOD. Other areas at risk, if levels continue to rise, include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street and Moor Park. 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 those 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 are very responsive to rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation and have been checking debris screens, flood banks and spillways. Keep aware of local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 1pm on Monday 9th
Flood Warning issued on 7 Feb 2026 13:55
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain has risen slightly to 8.27 m today, Saturday 7 February 2026. The Westover Trading Estate access road is flooded, and estate businesses will flood if water levels reach 8.35m AOD. Other areas at risk, if levels continue to rise, include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street and Moor Park. 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 those conditions allow. Similarly, we will operate the River Sowy (Parrett Relief Channel) as conditions allow. Isolated showers are forecast for today, Saturday, and for Sunday, but the rainfall totals for the weekend are expected to be lower than recent days. Catchments are saturated and rivers are very responsive to rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation and have been checking debris screens, flood banks and spillways. Keep aware of local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 1pm on Sunday 8 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Feb 2026 12:34
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain has risen slightly to 8.23 m today, Friday 06 February 2026. The Westover Trading Estate access road is flooded, and estate businesses will flood if water levels reach 8.35m AOD. Other areas at risk, if levels continue to rise, include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street and Moor Park. 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 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 rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation and have been checking debris screens, flood banks and spillways. Keep aware of local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 1PM on Saturday 7th February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Feb 2026 14:39
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is stable but still high at 8.18 m today, Thursday 05 February 2026. The Westover Trading Estate access road is flooded, and estate businesses will flood if water levels reach 8.35m AOD. Other areas at risk, if levels continue to rise, include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street and Moor Park. 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 operate the River Sowy (Parrett Relief Channel) as conditions allow. Bands of rain, heavy at times, are forecast for today, Thursday 5th February, overnight and into tomorrow. Catchments are saturated and rivers are expected to be very responsive to the rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation and Field Teams have been clearing debris screens and checking flood banks and spillways. Remain aware of local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 1PM on Friday 6th February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Feb 2026 12:58
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is stable but still high and flooding is expected to continue today Wednesady 04 February 2026. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Pumping operations will start at Westover and Huish Episcopi stations once river levels allow. We will use the Parrett Relief Channel when river levels and water levels on the moors allows. Wednesday will be a mainly dry day but further rainfall, heavy at times, is forecast through Thursday and Friday. We are closely monitoring the situation and Field Teams have been clearing debris screens and checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 05/02/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Feb 2026 11:04
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is falling but still high and flooding is expected to continue today Tuesday 03 February 2026. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Pumping operations will start at Westover and Huish Episcopi stations once river levels allow. We will use the Parrett Relief Channel when river levels and water levels on the moors allows. Sustained, moderate rain is forecast throughout today Tuesday. Tomorrow (Wednesday) is expected to be dry with occasional showers however further rain is forecast for Thursday/Friday. We are closely monitoring the situation and Field Teams have been clearing debris screens and checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 04/02/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Feb 2026 15:57
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain remains high but stable. Flooding is expected to continue to affect low lying land and roads near the River Parrett at Langport. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate.
Pumping operations will start at Westover and Huish Episcopi stations once river levels allow. We will use the Parrett Relief Channel when river levels and water levels on the moors allows.
Monday 2nd February is expected to be dry, however there is a band of sustained rain forecasted all day Tuesday 3rd February.
We continue to monitor the situation closely and our Field Teams have been clearing debris screens and checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or 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 12:25
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain remains high but stable. Flooding is expected to continue to affect low lying land and roads near the River Parrett at Langport. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Monday 2nd February is expected to be dry, however there is a band of sustained rain forecasted all day Tuesday 3rd February. We are closely monitoring the situation, and our Field Teams have been clearing debris screens and checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or 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 11:35
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain remains very high but stable. Flooding is expected to continue to affect low lying land and roads near the River Parrett at Langport. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. The current rain 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 closely monitoring the situation, and our Field Teams have been clearing debris screens and checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and 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 13:30
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain remains very high but stable. Flooding is expected to continue to affect low lying land and roads near the River Parrett at Langport. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. Further light showers are forecast today, Saturday 31st January, and on Sunday and Monday. We are closely monitoring the situation, and our Field Teams have been clearing debris screens and checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or 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 17:57
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain remains very high. Flooding is expected to continue to affect low lying land and roads near the River Parrett at Langport. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate.
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 closely monitoring the situation and our Field Teams have been clearing debris screens and checking flood banks and spillways. Act on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or 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 09:21
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is falling but still high and flooding is expected to continue today Friday 30 January 2026. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. 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 closely monitoring the situation and Field Teams have been clearing debris screens and checking flood banks and spillways. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Remain aware of local water levels and weather conditions and don’t put yourself or others at risk. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 6:00 PM on 30/01/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Jan 2026 18:18
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is steady and flooding is expected to continue into Friday 30th January. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate.
After a drier but showery day today, Thursday, a band of sustained rain, heavy at times, is forecast this evening and into early Friday. The catchments are saturated, therefore 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 closely monitoring the situation and Field Teams have been clearing debris screens and checking flood banks and spillways. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1 PM on 30/01/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Jan 2026 10:11
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is still rising slowly and flooding is expected to continue today Thursday 29 January 2026. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. 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 closely monitoring the situation and Field Teams have been clearing debris screens and checking flood banks and spillways. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Remain aware of local water levels and weather conditions and don’t put yourself or others at risk. Act on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 6:00 PM on 29/01/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Jan 2026 19:29
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is still rising slowly and flooding is expected to continue into Thursday 29 January 2026. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett at Langport, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate.
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 closely monitoring the situation and Field Teams have been clearing debris screens and checking flood banks and spillways. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Remain aware of local water levels and weather conditions and don’t put yourself or others at risk. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1:00 PM on 29/01/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Jan 2026 11:27
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain remains high and flooding is expected to continue on Wednesday 28 January 2026.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett, with low lying land and roads most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate.
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 closely monitoring the situation and Field Teams have been clearing debris screens and checking flood banks and spillways.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Remain aware of local water levels and weather conditions and don’t put yourself or others at risk.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 9 PM on 28/01/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Jan 2026 00:09
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain remains high and flooding is expected to continue on Wednesday 28 January 2026.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate.
Showers are expected on Tuesday night and Wednesday, with blustery showers forecast on Thursday and Friday which may be heavy at times.
We are closely monitoring the situation and Field Teams have been clearing debris screens and checking flood banks and spillways.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Remain aware of local water levels and weather conditions and don’t put yourself or others at risk.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 1PM on 28/01/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Jan 2026 10:42
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain continues to rise and flooding is expected on Tuesday 27 January 2026. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate. After significant rain overnight, we are expecting less rain for the remainder of Tuesday and into Wednesday with blustery showers, heavy at times. Rivers, and levels in the moors, are rising in response to last nights rain. We are closely monitoring the situation and Field Teams are out clearing debris screens and checking flood banks and spillways. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Remain aware of local water levels and weather conditions and don’t put yourself or others at risk. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 6PM on 27/01/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Jan 2026 09:23
River Parrett
The level in the Westover Drain is rising and flooding is expected on Monday 26 January 2026.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Parrett, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected. Areas most at risk include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street, Moor Park and Westover Trading Estate.
Monday morning will be dry, however a period of heavy and persistent rain is forecast from mid-afternoon onwards. This will continue overnight and into Tuesday morning. Rivers, and levels in the moors, are expected to rise in response to this.
We are closely monitoring the situation and Field Teams are out clearing debris screens and checking flood banks and spillways.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Remain aware of local water levels and weather conditions and don’t put yourself or others at risk. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 1PM on 27/01/2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Dec 2023 11:33
River Parrett
Water levels are now slowly falling on the moors outside Langport. The current level in the Westover Pumping Station Drain is 8.05m. The southern end of Westover Trading Estate Road will flood when this level exceeds 8.10m, and properties on the Trading Estate flood if water levels reach 8.35m AOD. Other areas at risk if levels rise further include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street and Moor Park.
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 clear the moors, as far as river levels allow.
Please be mindful of 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 14/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Dec 2023 07:26
River Parrett
Water levels have gradually risen above 8.10m AOD on the moors outside Langport and are expected to remain high for the next few days.
The southern end of Westover Trading Estate Road is flooded and properties at the Trading Estate flood if water levels reach 8.35m AOD.
Other areas at risk if levels continue to rise include Cheapside, Whatley Mews, Parrett Close, Bow Street and Moor Park. For up-to-date water levels visit the gauge section of our website (check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/station/3065).
We are currently unable to pump at Westover or nearby stations due to the high river levels, but will commence as soon as river levels allow.
Further showers are forecast on Tuesday 12/12/23, before drier weather returns for the rest of the week.
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 10:00 AM on 13/12/23, or as the situation changes.