Flood Warning issued on 24 Dec 2020 12:55
Chediston
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low-lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely throughout today, Thursday 24th December. River levels are currently high, but are expected to start to drop back down to more normal levels later today following the rain overnight. Areas most at risk are the Thoroughfare, Chediston Street, Saxons Way and School Lane in Halesworth, and the A144 and the railway line at Halesworth. We are not currently expecting the situation to escalate. The forecast is for showers today, moving into more settled weather over the next few days. Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary, and no later than 6pm on Thursday 24th December.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Dec 2020 16:30
Chediston
This message has been issued because some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas is likely today, Wednesday 23rd December. We are currently seeing higher than normal river levels in the area of Wissett. Areas most at risk are the Thoroughfare, Chediston Street, Saxons Way and School Lane in Halesworth, and the A144 and the railway line at Halesworth. It is likely that we may need to issue more warning messages for a wider area, over the next few hours. The forecast is for persistant rainfall throughout this evening and into tonight. Take care on riverside footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are monitoring the situation, and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Dec 2019 12:30
Chediston
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some minor flooding to low lying land, roads and riverside areas. River levels are beginning to drop but will remain responsive to further rainfall. Areas most at risk are the Thoroughfare, Chediston Street, Saxons Way and School Lane in Halesworth, and the A144 and the railway line at Halesworth. The forecast is for rain showers this afternoon with some heavier rain overnight and into tomorrow morning. Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message as necessary.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Dec 2019 08:08
Chediston
This message has been issued because there may be some issues with surface water flooding and difficult driving conditions. The rivers are reacting quickly and rising sharply in response to the rainfall. Areas most at risk are the Thoroughfare, Chediston Street, Saxons Way and School Lane in Halesworth, and the A144 and the railway line at Halesworth. The forecast is for further light rain during today, Friday 20 December 2019. Further showers are forecast for tomorrow, but these are not expected to be heavy. Take care on riverside footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Oct 2019 18:07
Chediston
This message has been issued because there remains a possibility of some flooding of homes and businesses over the next couple of hours. River levels remain high in the area of Wisset, Chediston and Halesworth. Areas most at risk are the Thoroughfare, Chediston Street, Saxons Way and School Lane in Halesworth, and the A144 and the railway line at Halesworth. The forecast is for no further rainfall throughout this evening and overnight. Flood water is dangerous. Don't put yourself or others at risk. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message tomorrow, Monday 7th October 2019.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Oct 2019 13:43
Chediston
This message has been issued because there is a possibility of some flooding of homes and businesses from now until this afternoon at 6pm, Sunday 6th October 2019. We are currently seeing higher river levels than normal in the area of Wissett, Chediston and Halesworth. Areas most at risk are the Thoroughfare, Chediston Street, Saxons Way and School Lane in Halesworth, and the A144 and the railway line at Halesworth. The forecast is for further rainfall throughout today and into this evening. Be ready to take action to protect your property if flooding is expected. We are monitoring the situation and will update this message within the next eight hours or earlier if necessary.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Apr 2018 09:43
Chediston
This message has been issued because of the steady rainfall today, Monday 2nd April. This means that river levels are continuing to rise in the Upper Blyth catchment. The forecast is for continued rain until midday. We are expecting river levels to respond to further rainfall throughout Monday morning. Areas most at risk are the Thoroughfare, Chediston Street, Saxons Way and School Lane in Halesworth, and the A144 and the railway line at Halesworth. There may be some issues with surface water flooding. Remain vigilant and don't put yourself in any unnecessary danger. We will continue to closely monitor levels and update this message as necessary.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Mar 2018 19:57
Chediston
This message has been issued because of the rainfall over the last 3 hours combined with the melting snow from the previous week. This means that river levels are expected to continue to rise over the next few hours. The forecast is for continued light rainfall for the next four to six hours. We are expecting river levels to remain high and responsive to further rainfall on the saturated catchment. Areas most at risk are the Thoroughfare, Chediston Street, Saxons Way and School Lane in Halesworth, and the A144 and the railway line at Halesworth. We will continue to closely monitor levels and update this message as necessary.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Dec 2017 08:28
Chediston
This message has been issued because of the persistent heavy rainfall that is currently affecting this area. This means that we are currently seeing higher river levels than normal in the area of Wissett. The forecast is for continued unsettled weather over the next couple of days. We are expecting river levels to remain responsive to further rainfall on the saturated catchment. Areas most at risk are the Thoroughfare, Chediston Street, Saxons Way and School Lane in Halesworth, and the A144 and the railway line at Halesworth. Property flooding could be seen in the next few hours. We will continue to closely monitor levels and update this message as necessary.