Flood Warning Info - River Anker at Mancetter, Witherley and Atherstone
Area Description
River Anker at Mancetter, Witherley and Atherstone including Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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Flood Warning History
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 19 Dec 2024 07:48
River Anker
River levels are rising at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property is expected this morning, 19/12/24. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in the areas around Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise until later this afternoon and remain high throughout today, 19/12/24.
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. Call 999 if in immediate danger.
This message will be updated by tomorrow morning, Friday 20/12/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Dec 2024 07:38
River Anker
Flood Warning issued on 9 Oct 2024 16:22
River Anker
River levels remain high, but are steadily falling at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall last night. Consequently, flooding of property is still expected this evening and overnight, 09/10/2024. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in the areas around Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone. Further light showers are forecast this evening and overnight 09/10/2024. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow morning, 10/10/2024. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please move family, pets, possessions, valuables and cars to safety and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. This message will be updated by 11:00 10/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Oct 2024 11:18
River Anker
River levels remain high at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property is still expected today 09/10/2024. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in the areas around Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone. Further showers are forecast throughout today, 09/10/2024. We expect river levels to remain high until this evening 09/10/2024. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please move family, pets, possessions, valuables and cars to safety and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. This message will be updated by 17:00 09/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Oct 2024 01:12
River Anker
River levels are rising at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property is expected overnight and into this morning 09/10/2024. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in the areas around Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until this afternoon 09/10/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please move family, pets, possessions, valuables and cars to safety and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers.
This message will be updated by 11:00 09/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Oct 2024 15:13
River Anker
River levels remain high but steady at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of recent persistent rainfall, and will remain high until Thursday morning, 03/10/24. Consequently, the risk of flooding to property continues. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Anker between Nuneaton and Tamworth the River Sence between Temple Mill and Ratcliffe Culey. No further rainfall is forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast and clearing weed screens.
Avoid contact with flood water and call 999 if in immediate danger.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 03/10/24 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Oct 2024 08:16
River Anker
River levels remain high but steady at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of recent persistent rainfall, and will remain high until Wednesday evening, 02/10/24. Consequently, the risk of flooding to property continues. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Anker between Nuneaton and Tamworth the River Sence between Temple Mill and Ratcliffe Culey. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 6 hours, before a spell of dry weather starts. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast and clearing weed screens.
Avoid contact with flood water and call 999 if in immediate danger.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 02/10/24 or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 1 Oct 2024 17:24
River Anker
River levels remain high at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of the recent persistent heavy rainfall and will remain high until Wednesday morning, 02/10/24. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in the areas around Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours, 01/10/24 – 02/10/24, before a spell of dry weather starts. 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, 02/10/24 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Oct 2024 07:27
River Anker
River levels are have risen at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of the recent persistent heavy rainfall and remain high. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible this morning, 01/10/24. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in the areas around Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone.
Further rainfall is forecast during this morning (01/10/24).
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 and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 01/10/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Sep 2024 16:35
River Anker
River levels are rising at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of the persistent heavy rainfall recently. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible this afternoon, 30/09/24. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in the areas around Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone.
Further rainfall is forecast during the early hours of tomorrow morning (01/10/24).
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 and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 01/10/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Sep 2024 16:09
River Anker
River levels are now slowly falling, but still remain high at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in the areas around Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone.
We expect river levels to continue falling slowly throughout today and overnight into Sunday morning, 29/09/2024. No further significant rainfall is forecast today, but further rainfall is forecast for Sunday, 29/09/24, so please remain vigilant.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid contact with flood water and take photographs of any flood damage. Call 999 if in immediate danger.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 29/09/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Sep 2024 08:50
River Anker
River levels are now slowly falling, but still remain high at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in the areas around Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone.
We expect river levels to continue falling throughout today 28/09/2024. No further rainfall is forecast today, but further rainfall is forecast for Sunday, 29/09/24, so remain vigilant.
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 28/09/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Sep 2024 13:57
River Anker
River levels are high but steady at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in the areas around Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone.
No further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours but further rainfall is forecast for Sunday, 29/09/24, so remain vigilant. We expect river levels to begin falling at this afternoon, 27/09/24.
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 and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 28/09/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Sep 2024 04:35
River Anker
River levels are rising at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding is imminent. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in the areas around Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 4 hours. We expect river levels to remain high through the rest of today, 27/09/24.
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 and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 12:00 on 27/09/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Sep 2024 10:14
River Anker
River levels are high but steady at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in the areas around Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone. 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 contact with flood water and call 999 if in immediate danger. This message will be updated by 09:00 on 24/09/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Sep 2024 19:26
River Anker
River levels are rising at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property and farmland is expected today, 22/09/2024, and overnight into tomorrow morning, 23/09/2024. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in the areas around Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone.
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. Avoid contact with flood water and call 999 if in immediate danger.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning Monday 23/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2024 19:26
River Anker
River levels are continuing to rise at the Mancetter river gauge following heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property is possible overnight into Friday, 23/02/24. Flooding may affect properties and roads in the areas around Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff have been out clearing weed screens across the area and we are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid contact with flood water and call 999 if in immediate danger.
This message will be updated on 23/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Feb 2024 16:04
River Anker
River levels remain high at the Mancetter gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property is expected to continue today, 09/02/24. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in the areas around Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone.
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 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 by tomorrow morning 10/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Feb 2024 13:37
River Anker
River levels remain high at the Mancetter gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property is expected to continue today, 09/02/24. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in the areas around Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone.
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 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 by 22:00 on 09/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Feb 2024 03:21
River Anker
River levels have risen at the Mancetter gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property is expected from 05:00 today, 09/02/24. We expect flooding to affect properties and roads in the areas around Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone.
We expect river levels to continue to rise until later this morning.
We are closely monitoring the situation and 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 09/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Jan 2024 10:59
River Anker
River levels are high but steady at the Mancetter gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
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 as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Jan 2024 20:18
River Anker
River levels have risen at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property is possible from 07:45 this morning, Tuesday 02 January 2024. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise until 01:00 on Wednesday 03 January 2024. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast and clearing weed screens. Please move family, pets, possessions, valuables and cars to safety and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. And take photographs of any flood damage This message will be updated tomorrow morning 03/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Jan 2024 07:46
River Anker
River levels have risen at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of property is possible from 07:45 this morning, Tuesday 02 January 2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise until 01:00 on Wednesday 03 January 2024.
Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast and clearing weed screens.
Please move family, pets, possessions, valuables and cars to safety and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. And take photographs of any flood damage
This message will be updated this afternoon, Tuesday 02 January 2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Dec 2023 21:40
River Anker
River levels are high but steady at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
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 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 09:00 on 05/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Dec 2023 16:25
River Anker
River levels are rising at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property is possible overnight.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow morning, 05/12/2023.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast and clearing weed screens.
Please activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers and call 999 if in immediate danger.
This message will be updated by 23:00 on 04/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Oct 2023 15:28
River Anker
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding.
Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
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 Warning issued on 14 Oct 2023 00:13
River Anker
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding.
Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
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 Warning issued on 6 Oct 2021 09:49
River Anker
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
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 contact with flood water and call 999 if in immediate danger.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 06/10/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Oct 2021 19:46
River Anker
River levels are high and steady at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rain today, Tuesday 5 October 2021. Consequently, the risk of flooding of property, roads and farmland remains. Levels are forecast to start to fall overnight. Further showers are forecast for later today and then the next few days will be dry. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid contact with flood water and call 999 if in immediate danger. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Wednesday 6 October 2021 or if the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Oct 2021 13:01
River Anker
River levels have risen at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible later this afternoon and evening. 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 contact with flood water and call 999 if in immediate danger. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Jan 2021 18:00
River Anker
River levels are high but steady at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high through Friday 29/01/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
Please avoid contact with flood water and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Please move family, possessions, and valuables to safety and call 999 if in immediate danger. Take photographs and contact your insurance company if you've been flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 29/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Jan 2021 12:10
River Anker
River levels have risen and are continuing to rise at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of property is possible later this afternoon and throughout today Thursday 28 January 2021. 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 contact with flood water and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Please move family, possessions, and valuables to safety and call 999 if in immediate danger. Take photographs and contact your insurance company if you've been flooded. This message will be updated later today Thursday 28 January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Oct 2020 17:15
River Anker
River levels have risen at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall from Storm Alex. Consequently, the risk of flooding of property and roads remains.
Further light rainfall is possible 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 contact with flood water and contact your insurance company if you've been flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 05/10/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Oct 2020 13:26
River Anker
River levels have risen at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of the persistent heavy rainfall from Storm Alex. Consequently, flooding of property is expected Sunday 04/10/20. Further rainfall is possible this afternoon and 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 evening or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Feb 2020 09:00
River Anker
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding is expected to continue.
Further rain showers are forecast over the next 6 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 avoid contact with flood water and take photographs of any flood damage and contact your insurance company if you've been flooded
This message will be updated this afternoon, Monday 17/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Feb 2020 16:28
River Anker
River levels are high but steady at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels have peaked and will remain steady, with no further rise forecasted.
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, 17/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Feb 2020 08:33
River Anker
River levels have risen at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of the persistent heavy rainfall from Storm Dennis. Consequently, the flooding of property is expected imminently. Further, potentially heavy rainfall is forecast through to midday (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. This message will be updated in the afternoon, 16/02/20, or as the situation changes