Flood Alert Info - River Blithe and River Swarbourn
Area Description
Low-lying land and roads between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown on the River Blithe and between Hoar Cross and Yoxall on the River Swarbourne.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2024 12:56
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Blythe Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall.
Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this afternoon and overnight, 08/12/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 12:00 on 09/12/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2024 09:43
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Blythe Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 07/12/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 12:00 on 08/12/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Nov 2024 12:01
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have peaked at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge but are not yet starting to fall. This is as a result of rainfall associated with Storm Bert. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland will continue on Monday and into Tuesday. Flooding is expected to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
No further rainfall is forecast, but with high water levels a flood risk remains.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are out checking defences and clearing screens, and we are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated on 26/11/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2024 12:01
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are high but falling at the Creswell river gauge as a result of rainfall associated with Storm Bert. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected throughout Sunday and into Monday. Flooding is expected to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 6 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences, clearing screens and actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated on 25/11/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2024 14:54
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Blythe Bridge river gauge as a result of rainfall associated with Storm Bert. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected throughout Saturday and into Sunday. Flooding is expected to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences, clearing screens and actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated on 24/11/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Sep 2024 18:30
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are forecast to rise at Cresswell gauge a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 22/09/24. We expect flooding to Low-lying land and roads between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown on the River Blithe and between Hoar Cross and Yoxall on the River Swarbourne
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow Monday 23/09/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Sep 2024 17:00
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Cresswell River gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 21/09/2024. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown on the River Blithe and between Hoar Cross and Yoxall on the River Swarbourne. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers, and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by tomorrow Sunday 22/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 14:31
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Hoar Cross river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected throughout today, 22/05/24. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast until midday Thursday. We expect river levels to continue to rise through Wednesday.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences and actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated on Thursday, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Mar 2024 11:05
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Hamstall Ridware gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to this morning, 17/03/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further showers are forecast over the next twelve hours. We expect river levels to remain high until this evening, 17/03/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 18/03/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2024 12:43
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge due to heavy rainfall this morning. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected today, Tuesday, 12/03/24.
We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow morning, Wednesday 13/03/24.
Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Wednesday 13/03/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 12:22
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are high but are beginning to fall at the Hamstall Ridware gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 23/02/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further showers are forecast in the next 12 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by tomorrow Saturday 24/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 07:50
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are rising at the Hamstall Ridware gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between this morning and afternoon today, 22/02/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
We expect river levels to rise until later this evening.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow on 23/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2024 11:38
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels remain high but are falling at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge following heavy rainfall over the weekend. Flooding will still be affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk.
Minimal rainfall is forecast through Monday and Tuesday, but unsettled conditions are expected from Wednesday.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing weed screens and checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated on 20/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 10:31
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Blythe Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of farmland is possible from today, Sunday 8/02/2024. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast as possible over the next 6 hours. We expect river levels to rise until Monday morning, 19/02/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Monday 19/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 09:55
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
No further rainfall is forecast. River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated Sunday 11/02/24 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 09:22
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen overnight at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of yesterdays heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue from today, Friday 09/02/2024. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning Saturday 10/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 10:31
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are slowly falling at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge, however, the risk of flooding of roads and farmland remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. No further rainfall is forecast, although we expect river levels to remain high throughout today, Thursday 04/01/2024 and into tomorrow morning, Friday 05/01/2024. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels, the weather forecast and clearing weed screens. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. Stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Friday 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 13:21
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels remain high at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding of roads and farmland remains today, 03/01/2024. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. Further showers are forecast over the next 12 hours, as such, we expect river levels to remain high throughout today, Wednesday 03/01/2024 and into tomorrow morning, Thursday 04/01/2024. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast and clearing weed screens. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. Stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Thursday 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 16:10
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected this afternoon, 02/01/24. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high into Wednesday afternoon, 03/01/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast and clearing weed screens.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
Stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated by 10:00 tomorrow morning, 03/01/24, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2023 09:22
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels remain high but steady at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall yesterday, 28/12/2023. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
No significant rainfall is forecast for today, 29/12/2023, but showers are possible. We expect river levels to begin falling later today.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 tomorrow, 30/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 10:17
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are high but steady at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall yesterday, 27/12/2023. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Rainfall is forecast for today, 28/12/2023, in the form of localised showers. We expect river levels to remain high for most of today.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 tomorrow, 29/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 12:14
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Hamstall Ridware gauge as a result of heavy rainfall associated with Storm Gerrit. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 27/12/23. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast today and over the coming days. We expect river levels to remain high today.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing weed screens and actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated on 28/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 10:16
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast on Sunday but we do not expect river levels rise significantly, however we continue to closely monitor the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated by 18:00 on 10/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 17:15
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are forecast to remain high at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight and into tomorrow morning 10/12/2023. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until Monday 11/12/2023.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 11:42
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are rising at the Cresswell river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this morning. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise until later this afternoon.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 09/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 18:15
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are rising at the Cresswell river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight and into the weekend. We expect river levels to rise overnight.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and call 999 if in immediate danger.
This message will be updated on 08/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2023 17:24
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are falling at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge, however, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Light rainfall is forecast overnight which will become heavy tomorrow (07/12/23). We expect river levels to rise in response to this rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated on Thursday morning 07/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2023 07:54
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall since Sunday, 03/12/23. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
No heavy rainfall is forecast for today but is forecast from tomorrow 07/12/23. We expect river levels to continue falling today, 06/12/23.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 06/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 16:30
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are high but steady at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
No further heavy rainfall is forecast overnight. We expect river levels to remain high overnight and for most of tomorrow, 06/12/23.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 06/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 09:36
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
No further heavy rainfall is forecast for today, 05/12/23. We expect river levels to remain high for the rest of today.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 17:00 today, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 15:00
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today and into this evening Monday 04/12/2023 and overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to continue to rise overnight Monday 04/12/2023. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing weed screens and actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning Tuesday 05/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2023 22:43
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2023 01:14
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 07:43
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Oct 2023 15:27
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jul 2023 21:21
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Blythe Bridge river gauge as a result of localised thunderstorms. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated Sunday (09/07/23) morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2022 17:04
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are forecast to rise in this area this evening and overnight, in response to the persistent rainfall today. Consequently, the flooding of roads and farmland is possible this evening through to tomorrow morning (22/11/2022). Flooding could affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the nearby river(s). Further rainfall is forecast overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2022 17:07
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are forecast to rise at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of expected heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight 31/10/22 - 01/11/22. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. We are issuing this flood alert as a precautionary measure.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow afternoon, 01/11/22
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 01/11/22.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2022 10:18
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are rising at the Blythe Bridge river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 10:30 today, 23/10/22. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until Monday 24/10/22.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast and clearing weed screens.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
Stay aware in case further warnings are issued
This message will be updated this afternoon, 23/10/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 16:19
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels remain high at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected throughout this evening and into tomorrow morning, 22/02/2022. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. Further rainfall is forecast during Tuesday, 22/02/2022. We expect river levels to remain high throughout this evening and into tomorrow morning, 22/02/2022.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
Stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 09:34
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels remain high at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible throughout today, 21/02/2022. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. Further rainfall is forecast during this morning and we expect river levels to remain high throughout today, 21/02/2022.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
Stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated this afternoon, 21/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 16:09
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are rising at the Cresswell river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall from Storm Eunice. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later this evening and into tomorrow morning 21/02/2022. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high overnight and into tomorrow morning 21/02/2022.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
Stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 16:58
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are high but steady at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible today Saturday 30/01/21 and overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
River levels have peaked and will remain steady, with no further rise forecast today.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning Sunday 31/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 10:28
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are high but steady at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible today Saturday 30/01/21. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
River levels have peaked and will remain steady, with no further rise forecast today.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this afternoon Saturday 30/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 16:53
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are high but steady at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
River levels have peaked and will remain steady, with no further rise forecasted.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 30/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 09:51
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels remain high but are slowly beginning to fall at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. River levels are falling slowly, but still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 29/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 00:22
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels continue to rise at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses, stay aware in case of further updates and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated Friday morning 29 January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 15:59
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels continue to rise at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses, stay aware in case of further updates and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 06:52
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are rising at the Blythe Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses, stay aware in case of further updates and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 15:21
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge, as a result of rainfall associated with storm Christoph. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. No further rain is forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. Avoid contact with flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 23/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 10:07
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge, as a result of rainfall associated with storm Christoph. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. No further rain is forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. Avoid contact with flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 23/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 17:21
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are high but steady at the Cresswell river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 11:08
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are high but steady at the Hamstall Ridware gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further scattered rainfall is forecast but river levels expected to remain steady. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are clearing trash screens. We are actively checking river levels and monitoring the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated this afternoon 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 18:05
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are high but steady at the Cresswell river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 10:27
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are rising at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours and we expect river levels to continue to rise today and overnight into Thursday 21/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. We are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water. Please stay aware in case flood warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Thursday 21/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 17:49
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are rising at the Cresswell and Hoar Cross river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours and we expect river levels to continue to rise going into Wednesday 20/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are liaising with professional partners and actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water. Please stay aware in case flood warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning before 09:00, Wednesday 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 08:06
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are rising at the Blythe Bridge, Cresswell, Hamstall Ridware and Hoar Cross river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected this morning and during Tuesday. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to continue to rise during Tuesday.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are clearing weed screens and actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water. Please stay aware in case flood warnings are issued.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 19/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 18:50
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are falling at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall yesterday. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue today, Friday 15 January 2021. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. Further heavy rainfall is expected tomorrow Saturday 16 January 2021 when river levels may start to rise again. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Saturday 16 January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 10:01
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are high and steady at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall yesterday. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue today, Friday 15 January 2021. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. Further heavy rainfall is expected tomorrow Saturday 16 January 2021 when river levels may start to rise again. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated later today, Friday 15 January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 18:09
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels appear to have peaked but remain high at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge following heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff have been out clearing weed screens and we are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast..
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 07:56
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Blythe Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight and which is continuing today Thursday 14 January 2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated later today Thursday 14 January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 07:55
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of the heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today (27/12/2020). Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land and roads between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown on the River Blithe and between Hoar Cross and Yoxall on the River Swarbourne. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated later today, 27/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Aug 2020 07:53
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Blythe Bridge river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to begin from 8:00 this morning, Tuesday 25/08/20. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast and clearing weed screens.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
Stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 26/08/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jun 2020 16:30
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
This flood alert has been issued as a precaution as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area tonight, 17/06/20. There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and the exact location of these thunderstorms. River and surface water flooding may affect these areas. We urge you to remain vigilant and avoid walking and driving through flood water. We are continuing to actively monitor the situation and will issue updates, and further flood alerts and warnings if necessary. You can monitor your local weather conditions and river levels on the GOV.UK website.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 18/06/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 08:02
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 10/03/2020. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 10/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 18:20
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
Following on from the persistent rainfall last night, river levels are now slowly falling at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge. However, the flooding of roads and farmland is still possible today Saturday 29th February. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Scattered showers are possible this evening. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning 2/03/20, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 09:33
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are rising at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of persistant overnight rainfall. Consequently, the flooding of roads and farmland is possible today Saturday 29th February. Flooding may effect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further scattered showers are forecast throughout the day. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this evening, 29/02/20, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 15:29
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rain showers are forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. Stay aware in case further warnings are issued
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 26/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 09:16
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rain showers are forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast and clearing weed screens.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. Stay aware in case further warnings are issued
This message will be updated this afternoon, 25/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 19:49
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall slowly at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall this morning. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is expected to continue today, Monday 24/02/2020. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. Isolated scattered showers are forecast over the next 6 hours. We expect river levels to remain high into Tuesday 25/02/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 25/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 11:28
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are rising at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of low lying property, roads and farmland is expected to continue today, Monday 24/02/20.
Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
No further rainfall is forecast. We expect river levels to rise until Tuesday 25/02/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this afternoon, Monday 24/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 17:15
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are high but slowly falling at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall last night. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue through today, Sunday 23rd February 2020. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight so we expect river levels to begin rise again into tomorrow, Monday 24th February 2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/02/2020, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 07:25
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Cresswell river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 07:00 today Sunday 23/02/20. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout Sunday 23/02/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. Stay aware in case further warnings are issued
This message will be updated this afternoon, 23/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 16:47
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels remain high at the Hamstall Ridware river level gauge as a result of the heavy and persistent rainfall over the weekend, but they are now beginning to fall, and are expected to continue to fall this evening (17/02/20). The forecast is improving with, lighter showers expected over the next few days, we are continuing to closely monitor the situation, and our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may still be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 18/02/20, or if the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 08:22
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are high at the Hamstall Ridware river level gauge as a result of the heavy and persistent rainfall over the weekend, but they are now beginning to fall, and are expected to continue to fall today (17/02/20). There is further unsettled weather forecast for the week ahead, so we are continuing to closely monitor the situation, and our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may still be flooded. This message will be updated later today, 17/02/20, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 16:29
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels have risen at the Cresswell river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding of low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall is possible.
Further heavy showers are forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise until later tonight, Sunday 09/02/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in the morning, Monday 10/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 07:57
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are expected to rise at the Blythe Bridge river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding of low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall is possible later today.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours and we expect river levels to rise until this evening, Sunday 09/02/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this afternoon, Sunday 09/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 16:36
River Blithe, River Swarbourne
River levels are expected to rise as a result of forecast heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of low lying property, roads and farmland is possible.
Heavy rainfall is forecast overnight Saturday 08/02/20 into, and throughout Sunday 09/02/20. River and surface water flooding may affect these areas as a result of this rainfall.
Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. and stay aware in case further warnings are issued
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Sunday 09/02/20, or as the situation changes.