Flood Alert Info - Upper Dove
Area Description
Low-lying land and roads between Izaak Walton and Rocester on the River Dove and between Carsington Dam and Mayfield on the Henmore Brook.
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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Flood Alert History
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2024 16:57
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Ashbourne river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected this evening and overnight into tomorrow morning, 19/12/2024.
We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise until later this evening and overnight into tomorrow morning, 19/12/2024.
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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by tomorrow morning, Thursday 19/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2024 17:06
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Agnes Meadow Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later this evening and overnight, 04/12/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield. 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 05/12/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2024 08:53
River Dove
River levels are rising again at the Agnes Meadow river gauge as a result of a second band of rainfall associated with Storm Bert. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is throughout Saturday and into Sunday. Flooding is expected to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24hours.
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 25/11/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2024 12:08
River Dove
River levels have risen at the Agnes Meadow river gauge as a result of rainfall associated with Storm Bert. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is throughout Saturday and into Sunday. Flooding is expected to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24hours.
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 18 Oct 2024 17:26
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Agnes Meadow Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall forecast for this evening. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to begin from 02:00am tomorrow, 19/10/2024. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
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 11:00am on 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 08:11
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Izaak Walton gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible this afternoon 01/10/24. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours, we expect river levels to rise again this afternoon and 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. Avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated this afternoon, Tuesday 01/10/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 17:33
River Dove
River levels are rising at the Agnes Meadow Bridge river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. We are issuing this flood alert as a precautionary measure. Flooding of roads and farmland is expected this evening and overnight into Tuesday. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours, so we expect river levels to continue to rise overnight.
We are closely monitoring the situation, and our incident response staff have been checking defences and clearing weed screens.
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 01/10/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Sep 2024 17:28
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Agnes Meadow river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 22/09/24. We expect flooding to affect Low-lying land and roads between Izaak Walton and Rocester on the River Dove and between Carsington Dam and Mayfield on the Henmore Brook
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 18:07
River Dove
River levels have risen at the Agnes Meadow Bridge 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 Izaak Walton and Rocester on the River Dove and between Carsington Dam and Mayfield on the Henmore Brook . 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 4 Apr 2024 19:17
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise overnight at the Agnes Meadow gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight and into Friday. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield. We are issuing this flood alert as a precautionary measure.
Rainfall is forecast for much of the night and over the coming days. We expect river levels to rise overnight.
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 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 05/04/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Mar 2024 16:42
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Agnes Meadow gauge as a result of forecast persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible in the early hours of tomorrow morning, 27/03/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Rainfall is forecast over the next 9 hours and we expect river levels to remain high until later tomorrow morning.
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 27/03/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Mar 2024 08:18
River Dove
River levels have risen at the Agnes Meadow 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 Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next six 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 22 Feb 2024 11:14
River Dove
River levels are high but steady at the Agnes Meadow Bridge gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 6 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 afternoon Friday, 23/02/24
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2024 18:05
River Dove
River levels are high but steady at the Anges Meadow Bridge gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
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 tomorrow, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2024 17:12
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Agnes Meadow Bridge gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 07:00 tomorrow, 21/02/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to start to rise early tomorrow morning and to continue to rise 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 tomorrow, 21/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood warning and alerts will be issued in advance based on the latest forecasts for the next 24 hours. Updates will be issued at least every 24 hours.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 09:30
River Dove
River levels are continuing to rise at the Mayfield river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected today and overnight Sunday 18/02/24. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 6 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 Monday 19/02/24 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2024 17:11
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Agnes Meadow Bridge river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected this evening and overnight Saturday 17/02/24. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
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 tomorrow Sunday 18/02/24 or as the situation changes.
Flood warning and alerts will be issued in advance based on the latest forecasts for the next 24 hours. Updates will be issued at least every 24 hours.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 18:27
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Agnes Meadow river gauge as a result of forecast heavy rainfall this evening. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to begin late this evening, Thursday 08/02/2024. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 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 and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Friday 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 09:56
River Dove
River levels remain high but are falling at the Izaak Walton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall over the past 24 hours. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise again overnight and into tomorrow morning 03/01/24. 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 17:31
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Agnes Meadow Bridge river gauge as a result of expected heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later this evening and overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise overnight and into tomorrow morning 02/01/2024. 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning Tuesday 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 09:11
River Dove
River levels have fallen at the Agnes Meadow river gauge following persistent rainfall over the last couple of days. However, frequent showers are forecast for today, 31/12/23, and we expect river levels to rise again later today following this rainfall.
Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
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, 01/01/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2023 16:17
River Dove
River levels have risen at the Agnes Meadow river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 30/12/2023. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the rest of today, 30/12/23, with some heavier rain possible into the evening. 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 09:00 tomorrow, 31/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 07:03
River Dove
River levels are rising at the Agnes Meadow gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 27/12/23. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast for the rest of today (27/12/23), but will begin to clear this evening. We expect river levels to remain high today (27/12/23).
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 later today (27/12/23), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2023 16:17
River Dove
This flood alert has been issued as potentially heavy rain has been forecast for this area through the night. There is uncertainty, however, over the amount of rainfall expected and the exact locations. 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 closely 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.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 09:16
River Dove
River levels are rising at the Agnes Meadow Bridge 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 Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
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 17:04
River Dove
River levels are rising at the Agnes Meadow river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected this evening and overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
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 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 08/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 16:07
River Dove
River levels remain high at the Agnes Meadow Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected this evening 04/12/2023 and overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high overnight and into tomorrow morning 05/12/2023.
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 05/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 09:53
River Dove
River levels have risen at the Agnes Meadow Bridge river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later today, 04/12/23. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the day, 04/12/23, and as a result we expect river levels to remain high.
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, 04/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 09:54
River Dove
River levels have risen at the Agnes Meadow Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected between 09:00 and 23:45 today, 13/11/23. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
We expect river levels to remain high until 10:00 today, 13/11/23.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and 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, 13/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Nov 2023 16:38
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Agnes Meadow Bridge river gauge as a result of expected heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected between 05:00 and 17:45 tomorrow, 13/11/23. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
We expect river levels to rise until 09:30 tomorrow, 13/11/23.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and 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, 13/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2023 20:44
River Dove
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 07:29
River Dove
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 12 Mar 2023 18:02
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Agnes Meadow Bridge river gauge as a result of expected rainfall on Sunday evening and overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later this evening and overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours and we expect river levels to remain high throughout Monday (13/03/2023).
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 10:00 on 13/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2023 08:18
River Dove
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.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2022 16:56
River Dove
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 17:08
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Agnes Meadow Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall forecast this evening 31/10/2022. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible this evening and tomorrow Tuesday 01/11/2022. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
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. 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, Tuesday 01/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2022 13:28
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Agnes Meadow Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall today. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible between 15:00 today, Friday 30/09/22 and 03:00 tomorrow Saturday 01/10/22. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
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 01/10/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 14:38
River Dove
River levels remain high at the Izaak Walton river gauge, after heavy rainfall over the past 24hours. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this evening and overnight, 21/02/2022. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield. Further light rainfall is forecast during this afternoon 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. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 08:18
River Dove
River levels are falling at the Izaak Walton river gauge, after heavy rainfall over the past 24hours. 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 Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield. Further light 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 16:52
River Dove
River levels are rising at the Agnes Meadow river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall from Storm Eunice. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected throughout this evening and into tomorrow morning, 21/02/2022. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout this evening 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, 21/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 08:10
River Dove
River levels are beginning to rise at the Izaak Walton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall from Storm Eunice. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 11:00 today, 20/02/22. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout today, 20/02/22.
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, 20/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 17:18
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Ilam river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to begin from 23:00 today, 19/02/22. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout Sunday, 20/02/22.
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, 20/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2022 09:38
River Dove
River levels have risen at the Mayfield river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possibletoday. Flooding could affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
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 tomorrow morning, 07/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Feb 2022 17:08
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Agnes Meadow Bridge river gauge as a result of expected heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later this evening and overnight. Flooding could affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
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 tomorrow morning, 06/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2021 16:09
River Dove
River levels remain high at the Izaac Walton, Ilam and Mayfield river gauges as a result of rainfall associated with Storm Barra. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue overnight into Friday 10 December. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours, which will cause river levels appear to remain high. 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 tomorrow morning, 10/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2021 08:40
River Dove
River levels have risen higher than expected at the Izaac Walton, Ilam and Mayfield river gauges as a result of heavier than expected rainfall associated with Storm Barra. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected throughout Thursday. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours, however, river levels appear to have peaked and are falling, but still pose a flood risk.
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 this afternoon, 09/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Nov 2021 16:03
River Dove
River levels are high but steady at the Ilam river gauge as a result of rapid snowmelt and recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
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 tomorrow morning, 01/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Nov 2021 08:16
River Dove
River levels have risen at the Ilam river gauge as a result of rapid snowmelt and rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected this morning 30/11/2021. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until this afternoon 30/11/2021.
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, 30/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2021 15:24
River Dove
River levels have risen at the Mayfield river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall this morning. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today Sunday 31/10/21. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
This message will be updated in the morning, Monday 01/11/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2021 18:42
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Agnes Meadow Bridge river gauge as a result of forecast rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight on Monday 4th October. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to rise overnight.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing weed screens.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 05/10/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2021 16:56
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise along the Upper Dove as a result of forecast heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to begin in the early hours of tomorrow, Tuesday 02/02/21. Heavy rainfall beginning later tonight will cause river levels to rise early tomorrow morning. Flooding will affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and clearing weed screens.
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, 02/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 15:45
River Dove
River levels are high but steady at the Ashbourne 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 Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
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 tomorrow morning, 29/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 07:18
River Dove
River levels continue to rise at the Ashbourne 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 Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
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 27 Jan 2021 16:36
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Ashbourne river gauge as a result of expected heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later overnight. Flooding may effect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
We expect river levels to rise overnight into Thursday 28/01/21.
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, 28/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 08:56
River Dove
River levels are rising at the Izaac Walton 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 Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. 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 this afternoon, 10/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2020 15:46
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Izaac Walton river gauge as a result of expected heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later this evening and overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to rise until tomorrow afternoon.
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 tomorrow morning, 10/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 09:18
River Dove
As a result of the persistent rainfall overnight, river levels are rising slowly at the Izaak Walton river level gauge, and are forecast to continue rising today. Consequently, the flooding of roads and farmland is possible through today (29/02/2020). Flooding could affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield. Further scatttered showers are forecast throughout 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 this evening, 29/02/2020, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 17:49
River Dove
As a result of the persistent rainfall today, river levels are rising slowly at the Izaak Walton river level gauge, and are forecast to continue rising over night. Consequently, the flooding of roads and farmland is possible through the night and into tomorrow (29/02/2020) morning. Flooding could affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield. Further rainfall is forecast through to tomorrow morning. 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, 29/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 17:10
River Dove
River levels remain high at the Izaak Walton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible this evening 24/02/2020. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield. Further isolated showers are forecast over the next 6 hours. We expect river levels to remain high this evening before levels begin to fall again overnight and into tomorrow morning 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 09:06
River Dove
River levels are rising quickly at the Agnes Meadow Bridge river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible to begin this morning, Monday 24/02/20. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 3 hours. We expect river levels to rise on the Henmore Brook until 13:00 today, and on the Upper Dove until 19:00 today, Monday 24/02/20.
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 17:02
River Dove
River levels are high but slowly falling at the Izaak Walton 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 Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield. .
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 09:22
River Dove
River levels have risen at the Izaac Walton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible to begin this morning, Sunday 23/02/20. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further rain showers are possible over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise until later this morning, Sunday 23/02/20.
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 23/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 17:09
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Agnes Meadow Bridge river gauge as a result of expected heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible tomorrow morning 23/02/2020. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to begin rising during the early hours of tomorrow morning 23/02/2020. 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 contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2020 16:40
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Izaac Walton river gauge as a result of expected rainfall overnight and tomorrow. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight tonight, 19/02/2020. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield. 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, 20/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 08:04
River Dove
River levels have risen on the River Dove and Henmore Brook as a result of the persistent heavy rainfall from Storm Dennis and are expected to remain high for the next few days. Consequently, the flooding of low lying property, roads and land is expected to continue. Further potentially heavy rainfall is forecast through to midday, Sunday 16/02/20. 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. Please stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated in the afternoon, Sunday 16/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 23:38
River Dove
River levels are slowly rising at the Izaac Walton river gauge as a result of the rainfall earlier today from Storm Dennis. Further heavy rainfall is forecast overnight. We have issued this Flood Alert now as we expect river levels to rise overnight. Consequently, the flooding of roads and farmland is expected overnight. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield. Please stay aware in case Flood Warnings are issued that may warn of possible property flooding tomorrow (16/02/20). We are closely monitoring the situation and actively checking river levels. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 12:40
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Izaac Walton river gauge as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected later this afternoon and overnight. Flooding is likely to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield. We are issuing this flood alert now to give as much notice as possible. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. The risk of flooding from Storm Dennis is high. Please stay aware in case further flood warnings are issued that may warn of possible property flooding. We are closely monitoring the situation and actively checking river levels. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 16:29
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Agnes Meadow Bridge 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 Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further heavy showers are forecast over the next 12 hours. 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 in the morning, Monday 10/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 07:52
River Dove
River levels are forecast to rise at the Agnes Meadow Bridge 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 Dove between Izaak Walton and Rocester and the Henmore Brook between Carsington Dam and Mayfield.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise until this evening, Sunday 09/02/20.
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 16:30
River Dove
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.