Flood Alert Info - River Sowe, River Sherbourne, Canley Brook and Finham Brook

Area Description

Low-lying land and roads between Bedworth and Baginton on the River Sowe, between Allesley and Whitley on the River Sherbourne, between Tile Hill and Canley on the Canley Brook and the Finham Brook and its tributaries.
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 20:35
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels have risen at the Kenilworth Whateleys Drive river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected overnight and into tomorrow morning, 19/12/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherbourne between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise until later this evening and overnight into tomorrow morning, 19/12/24. 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 by tomorrow morning, Thursday 19/12/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 8 Oct 2024 18:11
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are rising rapidly at the Kenilworth Whateleys Drive river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall this afternoon 08/10/2024. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between today 08/10/2024. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high into Wednesday, 08/10/2024. 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 plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 11:00 on 09/10/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2024 16:32
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kenilworth gauge as a result of expected heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to begin between 05:00 and 13:00 tomorrow, 27/09/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise until 09:00 on Friday, 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 17:00 on 27/09/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Sep 2024 18:56
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight and into tomorrow morning 23/09/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherbourne between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. 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. 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 tomorrow Monday 23/09/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 17 Mar 2024 09:25
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today 17/03/24. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. 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, 18/03/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Mar 2024 16:42
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of expected heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. 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, 17/03/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 15:04
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are rising at the Kenilworth 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 River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 3 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 Friday 23/02/24 or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2024 17:38
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Kenilworth river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains today and overnight into tomorrow morning 22/02/24. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherbourne between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow 22/02/24, 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 20 Feb 2024 17:19
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible during tomorrow, Wednesday 21/02/24. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherbourne between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise during tomorrow morning and remain high throughout the day on Wednesday 21/02/24. 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 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 10:02
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels remain high at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of heavy rain over the past 24 hours. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue today and overnight Sunday 18/02/24. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. 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. 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 17:32
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later this evening and overnight, Saturday 17/02/24. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow 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 twenty-four hours.


Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2024 18:54
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kenilworth gauge as a result of expected heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible tomorrow morning from 03:00, 16/02/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until Friday lunchtime, 16/02/24. 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 on 16/02/24, or as the situation changes. Flood warnings and alerts will be issued in advance based on the latest forecasts for the next 24 hours from that forecast. Updates will be issued at least every twenty-four hours.


Flood Alert issued on 13 Feb 2024 17:04
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are rising and are forecast to rise further overnight at the Kenilworth gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Therefore, we are issuing this based upon the forecast. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight and into Wednesday, 14/2/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further rainfall is forecast overnight into Wednesday and again on Thursday. We expect river levels to rise overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff have been 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 14/2/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 15:10
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Kenilworth gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue today 09/02/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain elevated today 09/02/24. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff have been 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 later tomorrow morning 10/02/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 10:06
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Kenilworth gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue today 09/02/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain elevated today 09/02/24. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff have been 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 later this afternoon 09/02/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 17:08
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are rising at the Kenilworth gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected overnight into Friday, 09/02/24. We expect flooding to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain elevated overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff have been 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 09/02/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 12:35
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are high but steady at the Holyhead Road gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. 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 Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 11:02
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are high but steady at the Holyhead Road gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. 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 Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 11:07
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels have peaked at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. We expect river levels to remain high as a result of the heavy rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 03/01/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 11:33
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels have peaked at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. We expect river levels to remain high as a result of the heavy rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 01/01/24, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2023 20:24
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. 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 stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 31/12/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 15:02
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels have risen at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this afternoon toda, Thursday 28/12/23. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. 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, 29/12/23, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 18:35
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight into Monday morning 11 December 2023. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. We expect river levels to peak overnight and begin falling 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, Monday 11 December 2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 16:50
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight and into Friday morning (08/12/2023). Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further rainfall is forecast overnight and into the weekend. We expect river levels to remain high throughout Friday. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Friday morning (08/12/2023).


Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 15:23
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels remain high at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains and is expected overnight and into tomorrow morning, 05/12/23. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherbourne between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 05/12/23, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 3 Dec 2023 16:16
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight and into tomorrow, 04/12/23. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further rainfall is forecast overnight. We expect river levels to continue to rise 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 stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 04/12/23, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 10:15
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
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 18 Sep 2023 04:28
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
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 16 Nov 2022 16:38
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Holyhead Road river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight into Thursday 17/11/22. Flooding could affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. We are issuing this flood alert as a precautionary measure. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff have cleared weed screens and checked defences ahead of this forecast rain. 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, 17/11/22, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2022 17:44
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and low lying land is possible overnight, 31/10/22 and tomorrow morning, 01/11/22. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. We are issuing this flood alert as a precautionary measure. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning 01/11/22, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 25 Dec 2021 18:38
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of further rainfall this evening and overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight and tomorrow, 26/12/2021. Flooding is forecast to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to rise overnight and into tomorrow morning, 26/12/2021. 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, 26/12/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2021 16:48
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of expected rainfall over the next 24 hours. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible tonight Friday 24/12/2021 into tomorrow Saturday 25/12/2021. Flooding is forecast to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. 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, 25/12/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2021 16:09
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels have risen at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today Sunday 31/10/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Monday 01/11/21 or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Jul 2021 19:24
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
This flood alert has been issued as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area today (04/07/2021). There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and the exact location of these thunderstorms and the heavy rain. 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 30 Jan 2021 16:12
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels have risen at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible later this afternoon and this evening, Saturday 30/01/2021. Flooding is expected to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. We expect river levels to remain high overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 31/01/21, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 16:55
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
This flood alert has been issued as heavy rain is forecast for this area this afternoon and tonight (23/12/20). There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and the exact location of the heavy rain. The heavy rainfall is forecast for the next 6 hours. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 8:00pm today, Wednesday 23/12/20. We expect river levels to start falling tomorrow morning, Thursday 24/12/20. We are monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast and clearing weed screens. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses. Stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/12/20, or as the situation changes


Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2020 17:39
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels remain high at Kenilworth river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall from Storm Alex over the last 48 hours. Consequently risk of flooding of roads and farmland remains into this evening Sunday 04/10/20. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until Monday 05/10/20. 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 tomorrow morning, Monday 05/10/20, or as the situation changes


Flood Alert issued on 4 Oct 2020 11:44
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels remain high at Kenilworth river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall from Storm Alex over the last 48 hours. Consequently risk of flooding of roads and farmland remains today Sunday 04/10/20. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until Monday 05/10/20 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 evening, Sunday 04/10/20, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 3 Oct 2020 18:21
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Holyhead Rd river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall from Storm Alex. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected from 03:00 tomorrow morning, Sunday 04/10/20. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to rise until 12:00 on Sunday 04/10/20. Flood warnings may need to be issued. 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, 04/10/20, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 12 Aug 2020 16:55
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
This flood alert has been issued as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area tonight (12/08/2020). There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and the exact location of these thunderstorms and associated heavy rain. 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 16 Jun 2020 16:42
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
This flood alert has been issued as a precaution as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area tonight, 16/06/20. There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and the exact location of these thunderstorms. River and surface water flooding may affect these areas. We urge you to remain vigilant and avoid walking and driving through flood water. We are continuing to actively monitor the situation and will issue updates, and further flood alerts and warnings if necessary. You can monitor your local weather conditions and river levels on the GOV.UK website. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 17/06/20, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 19:32
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are falling at the Kenilworth river gauge. Further scattered showers are forecast over the next 6 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 have deep standing water. This message will be updated Sunday, 01/03/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 12:35
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels have risen at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of the persistent overnight rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected later today, Saturday 29/02/2020. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. River levels are expected to remain steady and then start to fall later this afternoon. 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, Saturday 29/02/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 17:27
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Kenilworth river gauge as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. Please 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 Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 09:35
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels have risen at the Kenilworth and Hollyhead road gauges 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 13:25
Sowe, Sherbourne, Canley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise at the Kenilworth, Hall green and Hollyhead Road river gauges as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected overnight and into tomorrow, 16/02/20. Flooding is affecting low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Sowe between Bedworth and Baginton, River Sherboune between Allesley and Whitley, Canley Brook between Tile Hill and Canley and the Finham Brook at Kenilworth. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until Monday, 17/02/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/02/20, or as the situation changes.