Flood Alert Info - River Adur West Branch

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The River Adur West Branch and tributaries from Coolham to Bines Green.

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 issued on 7 Feb 2026 08:19

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The River Adur is higher than normal, but now falling following Friday's rain. A small amount of rain Saturday morning may cause a small and brief river rise. Minor flood impacts will continue to affect fields, roads, and gardens. Only isolated showers are forecast Saturday afternoon and for the remainder of this weekend. River levels should mostly continue to fall. Unsettled weather could continue throughout February. On Tuesday and Wednesday bands of rain are forecast. If as much rain falls as predicted, from Tuesday evening, minor flooding could again affect fields, roads, and possibly gardens of isolated properties between Coolham and Henfield. Avoid roads that flood, including Slaughter Bridge, Coolham Road. This message will be updated by 20:00 08/02/2026.

Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2026 13:53

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The River Adur is high following weeks of rain. Light rain is forecast throughout Friday (06/02/26). Another 3-14mm is forecast on Saturday morning with further showers throughout the afternoon. Minor flooding could affect fields, roads, and possibly gardens of isolated properties between Coolham and Henfield. River levels and flood risk should initially begin to fall Friday night, but more rain is forecast on Saturday morning which will cause the river to rise again, remaining high into early next week. More flood impacts could be possible over the weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation. Don't put yourself or others at risk. Avoid roads that flood, including Slaughter Bridge, Coolham Road. This message will be updated by 8:00PM on 07 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 5 Feb 2026 13:27

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High river levels on Friday may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 06 February 2026 Another 10-20mm of rain is forecast Thursday pm to Friday pm Only 5mm of rain has been recorded so far on Thursday. River levels are not as high as they could have been. If as much rain falls as predicted Thursday afternoon through to Friday, from 05:00 06/02/2026 flooding could affect fields, roads, and possibly gardens of isolated properties between Coolham and Henfield. River levels and flood risk should initially begin to fall Friday night, but more rain is forecast Saturday evening. More flood impacts could be possible this weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation . Don't put yourself or others at risk Avoid roads that flood, including Slaughter Bridge, Coolham Road. This message will be updated by 8:00PM on 06 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 4 Feb 2026 13:34

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High river levels on Thursday may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 04 February 2026 . 5-10mm of rain is forecast Thursday morning. River levels will rise. Probably to a similar height seen in recent days. From 11:00 05/02/2026, minor flooding will affect fields, rural roads, and possibly gardens between Coolham and Henfield. More rain is forecast Thursday evening and Friday. Further river rise is expected. If as much rain falls as predicted, it could be possible for isolated property flooding Friday. Small amounts of rain are forecast in the outlook, further river rises are possible over the weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation . Don't put yourself or others at risk Avoid roads that flood, including Slaughter Bridge, Coolham Road. This message will be updated by 6:00PM on 05 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 3 Feb 2026 13:20

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Light rain is forecast for much of Tuesday with heavier showers in the afternoon. The River Adur is expected to rise a little. From 17:00 03/02/2026 minor flooding could affect fields, roads, perhaps small parts of gardens of isolated properties between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may continue to approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. Rain is forecast to stop by 22:00 03/02/2026. Only isolated showers are predicted Wednesday. River levels and flood risk should begin to reduce by 10:00 04/02/2026. More rain is forecast Thursday and Friday which could increase flood risk again. There is uncertainty, but property flooding could be possible Friday. This message will be updated by 20:00 04/02/2026.

Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2026 14:02

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High river levels on Tuesday may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 03 February 2026 , as another 10-20mm of rain is forecast Tuesday. From 13:00 03/02/2026 minor flooding could affect fields, roads, and gardens of isolated properties between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. Rain should stop Tuesday evening. River levels could peak at a similar height to recent days. River levels and flood risk should begin to reduce by 10:00 04/02/2026. Only isolated showers are forecast Wednesday and Thursday, so river levels should return nearer to normal by Thursday. Although more unsettled weather at the end of the week could increase flood risk again. We are closely monitoring the situation . Don't put yourself or others at risk . Avoid roads that flood, including Slaughter Bridge, Coolham Road. This message will be updated by 8:00PM on 03 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2026 07:20

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The River Adur returned near to normal following Friday's rain. However, light rain is forecast for much of Sunday. River levels are expected to rise again, but not as high as recent significant events. Only minor flood impacts are expected to affect fields, roads, and gardens. River levels are likely to be higher than normal through to Monday. More rain is forecast Monday evening and through Tuesday, which will cause the river to rise again. Further flooding could be possible, particularly Tuesday. Don't put yourself or others at risk. Avoid roads that flood. This message will be updated by 17:00 02/02/2026.

Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2026 07:29

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The River Adur is higher than normal, but now falling, following Friday's rain. Minor flood impacts will affect fields, roads, and gardens. Only isolated showers are forecast Saturday. River levels will continue to fall. Returning nearer to normal by Sunday. However, more rain is forecast Sunday and Monday, which will cause the river to rise again and further flooding could be possible, particularly next week. Don't put yourself or others at risk. Avoid roads that flood. This message will be updated by 14:00 01/02/2026.

Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2026 12:33

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High river levels on Friday may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 30 January 2026 from 16:00, as 12mm of rain fell on Friday. Minor flooding could affect property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham Road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. River levels should peak lower than 27/01/2026. Only isolated showers are forecast Friday evening and Saturday. River levels and flood risk should begin to reduce by 01:00 31/01/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation . Don't put yourself or others at risk . Avoid roads that flood, including Slaughter Bridge, Coolham Road. This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 31 January 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 27 Jan 2026 10:05

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High river levels on Tuesday may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 27 January 2026 . 25mm of rain has been recorded on Tuesday. River levels are high and rising. Flooding could affect property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. River levels could peak a little higher than 16/01/2026. Rain is forecast to stop by 13:00 27/01/2026, with only isolated showers Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday. River levels and flood risk should begin to reduce by 18:00 on 27/01/2026, but will remain higher than normal until Thursday. We are closely monitoring the situation . Don't put yourself or others at risk . Avoid roads that flood, including Slaughter Bridge, Coolham Road. This message will be updated by 3:00PM on 28 January 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 26 Jan 2026 14:15

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High river levels on Tuesday may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 27 January 2026 from 10:00 as a lot of rain is forecast (30mm). Flooding could affect property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. A similar event to 21/01/2026. Rain is forecast to continue until 13:00 on 27/01/2026. River levels and flood risk should begin to reduce by 22:00 on 27/01/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation . Don't put yourself or others at risk . Avoid roads that flood, including Slaughter Bridge, Coolham Road. This message will be updated by 3:00PM on 27 January 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2026 08:03

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The River Adur is higher than normal, but now falling following Wednesday's rain. Minor flood impacts will continue to affect fields, rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. A small amount of rain is forecast Friday morning, which should not increase flood risk significantly, but river levels could rise a little Friday afternoon. Only an isolated shower is forecast Friday afternoon through to Monday, which should allow river levels to fall over the weekend. River levels should return near to normal by Saturday afternoon. However, rain Tuesday could bring more flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Don't put yourself or others at risk. Avoid roads that flood. This message will be updated by 15:00 24/01/2026.

Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2026 09:32

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The River Adur is high, but now falling following Wednesday's rain. Minor flood impacts will continue to affect fields, rural roads between Coolham and Henfield, and isolated farm buildings. Only small amounts of rain are forecast each of the next five days, which should not increase flood risk significantly. River levels should generally continue to fall. There may be small river rises following rainfall, but we do not expect river levels to rise higher than they have been recently. Minor flood risk could remain through to the weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation. Don't put yourself or others at risk. Avoid roads that flood. This message will be updated by 15:00 on 23/01/2026.

Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2026 15:38

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High river levels on Wednesday may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 21 January 2026 , as 20mm rain has been recorded and more is forecast. Minor flooding is currently affecting fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. Light rain is forecast to continue Wednesday afternoon. River levels will continue rising and from 19:00 on 21/01/2026 could approach property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, isolated farm buildings, and gardens of Church Close, Shipley. River levels are expected to initially peak around 21:00 on 21/01/2026. However more rain in the early hours of Thursday will keep river levels high. Flood risk should begin to reduce by 15:00 on 22/01/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation . Don't put yourself or others at risk . Avoid roads that flood, including Slaughter Bridge, Coolham Road. This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 22 January 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2026 16:54

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High river levels on Wednesday may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 21 January 2026 as rainfall is forecast Tuesday night and on Wednesday. Only minimal impacts are expected Tuesday night, but if as much rain falls as predicted, from 10:00 21/01/2026 minor flooding could affect property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. River levels could peak similar to 15/01/2026. Further periods of rain are forecast Thursday and Friday. River levels and flood risk should initially begin to reduce in Coolham by 06:00 22/01/2026, but may be higher than normal until Saturday. We are closely monitoring the situation . Don't put yourself or others at risk . Avoid roads that flood, including Slaughter Bridge, Coolham Road. This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 21 January 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2026 17:03

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High river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 15 January 2026 . from 20:00, as a lot of rain is forecast today (20mm). If as much rain falls as predicted, minor flooding could affect rural roads, such as at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as farm land, fields, and gardens, between Coolham and Henfield. River levels could peak a little higher than Tuesday 13/01/2026. Rain is forecast to ease by 22:00 15/01/2026. Only isolated showers are forecast Friday to Monday. River levels and flood risk should begin to reduce near Coolham by 06:00 16/01/2026, and return nearer to normal by Saturday. We are closely monitoring the situation . Don't put yourself or others at risk . Avoid roads that flood, including Slaughter Bridge, Coolham Road. This message will be updated by 3:00PM on 16 January 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2026 17:01

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High river levels on Friday may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 09 January 2026 from 10:00 as a lot of rain is forecast (35mm). Rain Thursday evening will cause river levels to rise. If as much rain falls as predicted, Friday's rain could cause minor flooding, potentially affecting the forecourt of property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. Rain is forecast to continue until 16:00 09/01/2026. River levels and flood risk should finally begin to reduce by 02:00 10/01/2026 near Coolham. We are closely monitoring the situation . Don't put yourself or others at risk . Avoid roads that flood, including Slaughter Bridge, Coolham Road. This message will be updated by 1:00PM on 09 January 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2025 11:06

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High river levels on Thursday may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 18 December 2025 from 21:00 as 15-25mm of rainfall is forecast. If as much rain falls as predicted, then minor flood impacts could affect fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings near Shipley. Rain is forecast throughout most of Thursday. Very little rain is forecast on Friday and over the weekend. River levels could peak similar to, or a little higher than seen in early December 2025. River levels and flood risk should begin to reduce near Coolham by 08:00 on 19/12/2025. We are closely monitoring the situation Don't put yourself or others at risk - Avoid roads that flood, including Slaughter Bridge, Coolham Road. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 19 December 2025 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2025 09:45

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The River Adur has fallen significantly, following Monday morning's rain. Only minimal residual flood impacts affecting fields are expected to remain. 5mm of rain is forecast between 09:00 and 13:00 on Wednesday. The River Adur will rise a small amount in all communities, but will peak significantly lower than Monday. From 13:00 26/02/2025 minimal flood impacts affecting fields, rural roads, and gardens could be possible. Very little rain is forecast for the rest of the week. The river will begin to fall by 21:00 26/02/2025 near Coolham, and should return nearer to normal by Thursday afternoon. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may be affected by flooding. Please take care driving on routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 27/02/2025.

Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2025 11:25

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Following Monday morning's rain, the River Adur is has fallen significantly. Only minimal residual flood impacts that affecting fields, are expected to remain. Scattered showers are forecast Tuesday morning, but no rain is expected Tuesday afternoon and evening. The river will continue to fall. A band of rain is forecast from 08:00 Wednesday 26/02/2025. On Wednesday a relatively small amount of rain is forecast (10mm), but river levels will probably rise again. Minor flooding affecting fields, rural roads and gardens between Coolham and Henfield, could again be possible on Wednesday, but the river will likely peak lower than recent days. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may be affected by flooding. Please take care driving on routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 on 26/02/2025.

Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2025 13:12

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The River Adur is high, but now falling, following Monday morning's rain. Minor flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads and gardens between Coolham and Henfield. Only isolated showers are forecast on Monday afternoon and Tuesday. The river should continue to fall, but will be higher than normal until Tuesday morning. There is uncertainty, but a lot of rain could be possible on Wednesday, which could cause flood risk to return. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may be affected by flooding. Please take care driving on routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 25/02/2025.

Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2025 17:07

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17mm of rain is forecast on Sunday night (23/02/2025). This follows 22mm of rain which was recorded in Itchingfield on Friday (21/02/2025). If as much rain falls as predicted, flooding could be possible. From 08:00 on Monday 24/02/2025, flooding could affect properties at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. Only isolated showers are forecast on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The river should begin to fall by 16:00 on Monday 24/02/2025, but will be higher than normal until Tuesday afternoon. Minor flood impacts will remain over the next few days. Generally water levels will remain higher than normal, and the river will be sensitive to any additional rainfall over the next few weeks. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may become impassable. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 24/02/2025.

Flood Alert issued on 26 Jan 2025 16:34

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The River Adur is high and rising. 10mm of rain has been recorded at Itchingfield on Sunday morning. With a further 10mm expected Sunday evening (26/01/2025). From 06:00 27/01/2025 flooding could affect a property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. Only isolated showers are forecast on Monday (27/01/2025). The river should begin to fall by 12:00 (27/01/2025), and should return nearer to normal from 23:00 (27/01/2025). River levels could end up a bit higher than seen on Friday (24/01/2025). Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may become impassable, please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 27/01/2025.

Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2025 13:05

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The River Adur is high following Sunday's rain. Minor flood impacts will continue to affect isolated properties and farm buildings near Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. Including fields near Church Close, Shipley. Only showers are forecast Sunday afternoon and Monday. River levels should begin to fall by 18:00 05/01/2025, but will not return nearer to a normal level until Monday afternoon. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may be affected by flood water, please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 06/01/2025.

Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2025 05:57

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The River Adur is high and rising, following 20mm of rain overnight on Saturday into Sunday morning. Minor flood impacts could affect isolated properties and farm buildings near Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham Road, as well as fields and rural roads between Coolham, and Henfield and fields near Church Close, Shipley. Further periods of rain are forecast today (Sunday 05/01/2025) which will likely cause the River Adur to rise again, or slow the fall. River levels should peak similar to New Years. Property flooding is not currently expected. Some roads may be affected by flood water, including the Coolham Road at Slaughter Bridge. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 18:00 on 05/01/2025.

Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2024 12:42

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The River Adur is high, but now slowly falling following 30mm of rain Wednesday morning. Flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads between Coolham and Henfield, isolated farm buildings, and possibly gardens of Church Close, Shipley. Almost no rainfall is predicted Wednesday afternoon, through to the weekend. The river should continue falling Wednesday afternoon and evening, returning nearer to normal by 10:00 28/11/2024. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may be affected by flooding, please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 28/11/2024

Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2024 19:17

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Between 15-30mm of rain is forecast through the early hours of Wednesday 27/11/24. There remains uncertainty, but if as much rain falls as predicted, flooding could be possible. From 09:00 on 27/11/2024 flooding could affect property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. Almost no rainfall is predicted Wednesday afternoon, through to the weekend. The river should begin to fall by 19:00 on 27/11/2024, and should return to normal from 06:00 on 28/11/2024. It is thought river levels could end up a little higher than following Storm Bert. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may be affected by flooding. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 15:00 on 27/11/2024

Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2024 18:49

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Between 15-30mm of rain is forecast through the early hours of Wednesday 26/11/24. There remains uncertainty, but if as much rain falls as predicted, flooding could be possible. From 09:00 on 27/11/2024 flooding could affect property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. Almost no rainfall is predicted Wednesday afternoon, through to the weekend. The river should begin to fall by 19:00 on 27/11/2024, and should return to normal from 06:00 on 28/11/2024. It is thought river levels could end up a little higher than following Storm Bert. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may be affected by flooding. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 15:00 on 27/11/2024

Flood Alert issued on 6 May 2024 17:06

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The River Adur is high and rising. Almost half a month's rain (25mm) has been recorded at Itchingfield on Monday. From 20:00 (06/05/2024) minor flood impacts could affect isolated properties and farm buildings near Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham Road, as well as fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield, including fields near Church Close, Shipley. Rain will finally clear the area by 19:00 (06/05/2024), and high pressure, bringing settled and dry weather, is forecast for the next five days. The river should begin to fall by 02:00 (07/05/2024), and should return to normal by 16:00 (07/05/2024). Some roads, including the Coolham Road at Slaughter Bridge, may be affected by flood water. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 on 07/05/2024.

Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2024 13:30

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Between 10 and 25mm of rain is forecast between 13:00 25/02/2024 and 13:00 26/02/2024. The River Adur is forecast to rise. From 01:00 26/02/2024 flooding could affect property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. Only isolated showers are forecast for Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The river should begin to fall by 12:00 26/02/2024, and should return to normal from Wednesday. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may become impassable, please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 16:00 26/02/2024

Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2024 07:35

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The River Adur is still a little higher than normal, but has fallen significantly following Thursday's rain. The river should continue to fall Saturday. Although scattered showers are forecast Saturday, and a small river rise could be possible at times. No more than minor flood impacts are currently thought possible Saturday. Affecting gardens, fields and roads between Coolham and Henfield. However widespread rain is possible Sunday afternoon through to Monday afternoon. The river is expected to rise again and property flooding is possible in all communities Sunday or Monday 26/02/2024. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may be affected by flood water, please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 16:00 25/02/2024

Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2024 08:09

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The River Adur is higher than normal, but slowly falling, following Thursday's rain. Minor flood impacts affecting gardens, fields and roads should continue to ease between Coolham and Henfield. Scattered showers are forecast Friday and Saturday. It is currently thought most rain should miss the Adur catchment, and river levels should continue to fall. However, there is uncertainty in rainfall locations, and a small amount of river rise could be possible. River levels should not rise as high as they were Thursday. Widespread rain is possible Sunday afternoon through to Monday afternoon. The river is expected to rise again and property flooding is possible in all communities Sunday or Monday 26/02/2024. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may be affected by flood water, please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 24/02/2024

Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 19:54

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The River Adur is high and rising. In the last 24 hours, 15mm of rain has been recorded at Itchingfield. From 21:00 22/02/2024 flooding could affect property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. Only very small amounts of rain are forecast Friday. However, intense isolated showers are forecast from Saturday. The river should begin to fall by 03:00 23/02/2024, but water levels will remain higher than normal and the river will be sensitive to any additional rainfall over the next few weeks. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may become impassable, please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 23/02/2024.

Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 11:23

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The River Adur is high and rising, following 16mm of rain in the last 24 hours. Throughout Sunday (18/02/2024), minor flooding could affect fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible, but unlikely, that water may approach gardens of isolated properties at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, and isolated farm buildings. Sunday's rain has now cleared and Monday (19/02/2024) is forecast to be dry. The river should begin to fall by 16:00 on 18/02/2024, returning nearer to normal by Monday. Another band of rain could increase flood risk Wednesday (21/02/2024). Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may become impassable. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 on 19/02/2024.

Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2024 17:31

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A weather front is expected to bring 10-20mm of rain from 19:00 Saturday evening into Sunday morning. If as much rain falls as predicted flooding could be possible. From 07:00 on 18/02/2024 minor flooding could affect property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. The rain should clear by 10:00 on 18/02/2024. The river should begin to fall by 15:00 on 18/02/2024, returning nearer to normal by Monday. River levels will hopefully peak a little lower than on 08/02/2024. Another band of rain could increase flood risk Wednesday 21/02/2024. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may become impassable. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 15:00 on 18/02/2024.

Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 07:24

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The River Adur is high, but now slowly falling, following Thursday's rain. Flooding will continue to affect isolated riverside buildings, gardens, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. Scattered showers are forecast Friday and through the weekend. The river level should return nearer to normal by Saturday. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may be affected by flood water, please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 10/02/2024

Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 16:33

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The River Adur is high. 15mm of rain has been recorded at Itchingfield on Thursday morning. Another 15 to 25mm of rain is forecast between 15:00 and 23:00 08/02/2024. River levels are expected to rise again, and higher, from Thursday afternoon. If as much rain falls as forecast, from 20:00 08/02/2024 flooding could affect property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. Showers are forecast Friday. The river should begin to fall by 11:00 09/02/2024, and should return to normal Saturday. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may become impassable, please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 09/02/2024

Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 09:23

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The River Adur is high, but slowly falling, following Thursday's rain. Minor flood impacts will continue to affect property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. Flood water will remain in fields and gardens. Very little rain is forecast for the next five days. The river should return nearer to normal by Saturday 06/01/2024. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may still be affected by flood water, please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 06/01/2024

Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 08:39

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The River Adur is expected to rise Thursday afternoon. There remains uncertainty in the forecast, but between 15 and 35mm of rain is possible Thursday. From 23:00 04/01/2024 minor flood impacts could affect property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. Very little rain is forecast Friday and through to next week. The river should begin to fall by 10:00 05/01/2024, but flood impacts could remain until the river falls nearer to normal Saturday. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may become impassable, please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 05/01/2024

Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 09:47

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The River Adur is higher than normal, but has fallen significantly from its peak on Tuesday, following 25mm of rain at the start of the week. Minor flood impacts should reduce in fields and on rural roads between Coolham and Henfield, including near Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road and Church Close, Shipley. Only isolated showers are forecast Wednesday. River levels should continue to fall Wednesday. The forecast for Thursday is uncertain. Another 20-30mm of rain is possible Thursday afternoon 04/01/2024, which could see flood impacts return. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may become impassable, please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 14:00 04/01/2024

Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 10:32

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The River Adur is high following 15mm of rain on Monday (01/01/2024). Another 10mm of rain is forecast on Tuesday morning (02/01/2024). Rivers will rise higher. Flooding will continue to affect fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield and from 15:00 on Tuesday 02/01/2023, water might approach isolated farm buildings and property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham Road. It is possible water may approach gardens of properties at Church Close, Shipley. Tuesday's rain should ease by 13:00. The river should begin to fall by 23:00 on 02/01/2024, but could be higher than normal all week. Another 20-30mm of rain is forecast on Thursday afternoon (04/01/2024), which will increase flood risk again. Some roads, including the Coolham Road at Slaughter Bridge, may become impassable. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 on 03/01/2024.

Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 14:39

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The River Adur is expected to rise Monday afternoon. 40 to 60mm of rain is forecast between 14:00 on 01/01/2024 and 18:00 on 02/01/2024. From 04:00 on 02/01/2024, flooding could affect fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield, and might approach isolated farm buildings and property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. Another 20-30mm of rain is forecast Thursday afternoon 04/01/2024. The river will not begin to fall until 22:00 on 02/01/2024, and will be higher than normal all week. River levels could end up similar to early December 2023. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may become impassable. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 12:00 on 02/01/2024.

Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 14:40

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The River Adur is high and rising. 20mm of rain has been recorded at Itchingfield on Tuesday morning, which is a lot in a short space of time. From 16:00 12/12/2023 minor flooding could affect fields and roads at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. Another 5mm of rain is possible Tuesday afternoon. Light drizzle is possible Wednesday and Thursday, with drier weather at the end of the week. The river should begin to fall by 02:00 13/12/2023, and should return to normal by Wednesday evening. River levels could end up similar to the height on 04/12/2023. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may become impassable, please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 11:00 13/12/2023.

Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 08:05

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The River Adur is high and rising. In the last 24 hours more than 25mm has been recorded at Itchingfield. From 07:30 04/12/2023 flooding could affect property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. Light rain is expected into Tuesday afternoon. The river should begin to fall by Tuesday evening and should return to normal from Wednesday. Some roads, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge, may become impassable, please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 10:00 05/12/2023.

Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2023 14:58

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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 2 Nov 2023 05:13

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Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2023 12:27

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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 19 Dec 2022 16:36

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The River Adur remains high but is slowly falling, following 28mm of rain Sunday. Minor flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads and gardens along the length of the River Adur. A further 15mm of rain is possible Monday evening 19/12/2022, through to Tuesday morning 20/12/2022. Flood impacts should remain minor, but if the River Adur receives all the rain, then flooding could approach property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield and gardens of Church Close, Shipley. River levels should begin to fall by Tuesday afternoon. However, with unsettled weather forecast for the next five days, the river could remain higher than normal all week. Plan to avoid driving on routes vulnerable to flooding, including the Coolham road at Slaughter Bridge. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. From 17:00 19/12/2022 the flood warning service is scheduled to be automated. We will be unable to update the text in this message during automation.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2022 08:56

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The River Adur is high and rising, following 25mm of rain on Sunday. Minor flooding will continue to affect fields, rural roads and gardens along the River Adur. Another 5mm of rain is expected between 09:00 and 12:00 on Monday 19/12/2022, and a further 15mm of rain is possible on Monday evening too. Flood impacts should remain minor, but if the River Adur receives all the forecast rain, then flooding could approach property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham Road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield, and gardens of Church Close, Shipley. River levels should begin to fall by Tuesday afternoon (20/12/2022). However, with unsettled weather forecast for the next five days, the river could remain higher than normal all week. Plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding, including the Coolham Road at Slaughter Bridge. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. From 17:00 on 19/12/2022, the flood warning service is scheduled to be automated. We will be unable to update the text in this message during automation.

Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2022 16:51

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Persistent and at times heavy rain is forecast this Sunday and Monday. Currently, only minimal or minor flood impacts are expected. However, with uncertainty in the weather forecast, if the location of the rainfall changes, property flooding could be possible. From 06:00 on 19/12/2022, minor flooding could affect fields, rural roads and gardens along the length of the River Adur. If more rain than is expected falls, flooding could affect property at Slaughter Bridge on the Coolham Road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield, and gardens of Church Close, Shipley. River levels should initially begin to fall from 13:00 on Monday 19/12/2022. However, further rain predicted on Monday could cause the River Adur to rise again. With unsettled weather forecast for the next five days, the river could remain higher than normal all week. Plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding, including the Coolham Road at Slaughter Bridge. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 13:00 on 19/12/2022.

Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2022 16:00

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The River Adur is high, following 36mm of rain in the last 36 hours. Another 20-30mm of rain is forecast Wednesday afternoon and evening. From 23:00 on Wednesday (16/11/2022) minor flooding could affect locations near Slaughter Bridge on Coolham Road, as well as isolated farm buildings, fields and rural roads between Coolham and Henfield. It is possible water may approach gardens of Church Close, Shipley. The rain is expected to clear by 04:00 Thursday (17/11/2022), leaving Thursday and Friday mostly dry. The river should begin to fall by 14:00 on 17/11/2022, but will be higher than normal until Friday. River levels could end up higher than peaks of the last week. Some roads, including Coolham Road at Slaughter Bridge, may become impassable. Please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding. We continue to monitor the levels and forecast. We will update this message by 13:00 17/11/2022.