Flood Warning Info - Somerset Frome from Frome to Freshford
Area Description
Spring Gardens to Freshford including Oldford, Lullington Weir, Beckington Mill, Eden Vale Farm, Shawford, Rode, Stowford Mill, Farleigh Hungerford, Iford Bridge and Friary.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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There are no Flood Warnings currently in force for this area. See below for historical flood warnings.
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Flood Warning History
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 27 Jan 2025 10:37
Somerset Frome
River levels are now falling at the Tellisford river gauge. Flooding is expected to continue throughout this morning (27/01/2025) until 12:00 Noon (27/01/2025).
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Somerset Frome, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the Westwood to Freshford road.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels. Please do not drive through floodwater as bow waves may affect adjacent properties. Activate any property flood protection products you may have.
This message will be updated by 17:00 PM on 27/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Jan 2025 00:22
Somerset Frome
Rising river levels at the Tellisford river gauge are expected to cause flooding overnight with flooding expected from 12:30 AM on 27/01/2025.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Somerset Frome, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the Westwood to Freshford road.
Flooding is expected overnight as river levels are high and forecast to rise further, peaking at 05:00 AM due to heavy rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Please do not drive through floodwater as bow waves may affect adjacent properties.
Activate any property flood protection products you may have.
This message will be updated by 11:30 AM on 27/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Nov 2024 03:17
Somerset Frome
River levels have risen quickly in response to heavy rainfall are expected to cause flooding throughout the morning.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Somerset Frome, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the Westwood to Freshford road.
The river has reacted quickly at the Tellisford gauge from the weekends heavy rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing debris from weed screens.
Please do not drive through floodwater as bow waves may affect adjacent properties.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions.
This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 25/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2024 18:36
Somerset Frome
River levels have risen on the Somerset Frome at Tellisford gauge due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Somerset Frome, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the Westwood to Freshford road. Further rainfall is forecast in the early hours of tomorrow morning which will keep levels high.
We will continue to monitor levels closely and we are clearing debris from weed screens in the area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 22/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Feb 2024 07:36
Somerset Frome
River levels are rising on the Somerset Frome due to rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Somerset Frome, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the Westwood to Freshford road.. Flooding is expected at the Westwood to Freshford road. from 7:30 AM on 18/02/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast this morning but will start to clear. River levels are rising. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 3:30 PM on 18/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 22:23
Somerset Frome
River levels are rising rapidly on the Somerset Frome due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include the Westwood to Freshford road..
Flooding is affecting the Westwood to Freshford road. from 10:30 PM on 04/01/2024.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Consider activating any property flood protection products.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.