Flood Alert Info - River Nadder and tributaries
Area Description
River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury.
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 16 Oct 2024 20:05
River Nadder
Rising river levels this evening may lead to flooding.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected.
Flooding is possible from 11:00 PM on 16/10/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Nadder, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury.
Weather conditions are expected to improve tomorrow and no further flooding is expected.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
Please do not drive through floodwater as bow waves may affect adjacent properties.
Stay away from floodwater - it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals.
This message will be updated by 3:00 PM on 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 08:22
River Nadder
River levels have risen on the River Nadder due to heavy rainfall overnight.
Areas most at risk include the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury. Flooding is possible.
The forecast is mainly dry for the rest of today and tomorrow.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 1:00 PM on 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Apr 2024 07:16
River Nadder
River levels have risen on the River Nadder due to rainfall.
Areas most at risk include the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury.
Flooding is possible at the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury from 7:00 AM on 01/04/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 02/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2024 07:45
River Nadder
River levels are expected to remain high on the River Nadder.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Nadder, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury.
Flooding is possible at the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury from 7:00 AM on 28/03/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast this morning.
River levels are remaining high.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 29/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Mar 2024 11:28
River Nadder
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Nadder due to the forecast for heavy rainfall this afternoon.
Areas most at risk include the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury. Flooding is possible from 3:00 PM on 04/03/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect minor roads and low lying land. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 06/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Mar 2024 12:29
River Nadder
River levels have risen on the River Nadder due to the recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect minor roads and low lying land. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 04/03/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2024 20:51
River Nadder
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Nadder due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Nadder, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury. Flooding is possible at the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury from 12:00 midnight on 26/02/2024. The forecast is dry for tomorrow morning. River levels are forecast to rise at the Tisbury gauge. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 26/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 14:04
River Nadder
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the River Nadder due to heavy rainfall.
No further rainfall is forecast.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Nadder, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury.
No further flooding to fields and roads is expected, however there may be standing water seen for several days.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 1:00 PM on 20/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2024 10:29
River Nadder
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Nadder due to rainfall.
Areas most at risk include the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury.
Flooding is possible at the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury from 8:00 PM on 17/02/2024.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 1:00 PM on 18/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 19:51
River Nadder
River levels are rising rapidly on the River Nadder due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Nadder, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury.
Flooding is possible at the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury from 08:00 PM on 04/01/2024.
No further rainfall is forecast.
River levels will rise steadily, but the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 16:29
River Nadder
River levels are rising on the River Nadder due to the last 24 hours rainfall falling on catchments that are already saturated. Flooding is possible at locations near the River Nadder, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury. The main rainfall has now moved away with further showers only expected overnight. River levels are expected to remain high overnight and into tomorrow. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 2:00 PM on 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 21:43
River Nadder
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Nadder due to rainfall falling on catchments that are already saturated. Rainfall is forecast throughout this evening, with further rainfall forecast tomorrow. Flooding is possible at locations near the River Nadder, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2023 17:48
River Nadder
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Nadder due to rainfall. Rainfall is forecast throughout the evening.
Areas most at risk include the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury.
Flooding is possible at the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury from 03:00 AM on 31/12/2023.
River levels are forecast to rise.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 31/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 16:22
River Nadder
River levels are rising on the River Nadder due to overnight heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Nadder, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury. Flooding is possible at the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury from 4:00 P.M. on 09/12/2023. The main rainfall has now moved out of this area. River levels are rising steadily at the Tisbury gauge. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 09:49
River Nadder
River levels are rising on the River Nadder due to overnight heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Nadder, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury.
Flooding is possible at the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury from 10:00 AM on 04/12/2023.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout today.
River levels are rising steadily at the Tisbury gauge.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 05/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2023 16:28
River Nadder
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Nadder due to forecast rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Nadder, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury.
Further light rainfall is forecast on Friday.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated on 16/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2023 08:15
River Nadder
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 31 Mar 2023 22:12
River Nadder
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Dec 2022 08:02
River Nadder
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 16 Nov 2022 15:38
River Nadder
River levels are rising on the River Nadder due to heavy rainfall.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast this evening which will cause river levels to rise again.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Nadder, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury.
Flooding is possible at the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury from 06:00 PM on 16/11/2022.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast this evening.
River levels are rising at the Tisbury gauge.
We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 17/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2021 15:22
River Nadder
River levels are rising steadily on the River Nadder due to earlier heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Nadder, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury.
The forecast is dry for this afternoon and into this evening.
River levels are rising at the Tisbury gauge.
We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 01/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2021 12:12
River Nadder
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the River Nadder due to the overnight heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury.
No further rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours.
River levels are remaining high, but the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 22/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2021 00:03
River Nadder
River levels have risen on the River Nadder due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect minor roads and low lying land
Further heavy rainfall is forecast, gradually clearing by 04:00 AM.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one
Residents are strongly urged to take action now. Remain safe and be aware of your surroundings.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 21/10/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Mar 2020 18:18
River Nadder
River levels have risen at the Tisbury river gauge as a result of the ground being saturated and reacting to further rainfall. Consequently, flooding could occur this evening and overnight. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury
Further showers are possible over the next 24hrs with heavier rainfall forecast over the weekend. Check the GOV.uk 5 day flood forecast.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded and refer to local authority website for any local road closures.
This message will be updated Friday, 06/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 17:30
River Nadder
River levels have risen at the Wilton river gauge as a result of the ground being saturated and reacting to further rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury
Further showery rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next couple of days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are in contact with community flood wardens and volunteers.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 18/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 13:55
River Nadder
River levels have risen at the Tisbury river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today 16/2/20. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
Our incident response staff are clearing weed screens and checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated as the situation changes. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 19:57
River Nadder
River levels are forecast to rise at the Tisbury river gauge. This is in response to the heavy rainfall forecast with Storm Dennis this weekend which will be falling on saturated ground. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
We are closely monitoring conditions and will update this message as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 20:17
River Nadder
River levels are forecast to rise at the Tisbury river gauge following expected heavy overnight rainfall falling on already saturated ground. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for the rivers Sem, Don and Nadder between Ludwell and Wilton.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 3 days. River levels can rise very quickly under these conditions.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2020 17:18
River Nadder
River levels are forecast to rise at the Tisbury river gauge as a result of the ground being saturated and reacting to further rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated 15/1/2020
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2019 17:44
River Nadder
River levels are forecast to rise at the Tisbury river gauge as a result of today’s heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight tonight, 19/12/19. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury. Further showery rainfall is forecast overnight. We expect river levels to remain high for the coming days.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 20/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Dec 2019 13:41
River Nadder
River levels are forecast to rise at the Tisbury river gauge as a result of heavy overnight rainfall tonight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight tonight, 18/12/19. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury. Further heavy rainfall is forecast overnight. We expect river levels to remain high for the coming days.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 19/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2019 09:15
River Nadder
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall along the Nadder Valley as a result of recent persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury. River levels will respond quickly to any further rainfall.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Particularly around Tisbury, Fovant to Chilmark road and Compton Chamberlayne.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 15/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2019 17:10
River Nadder
River levels have risen throughout the day at Tisbury river gauge in response to the rainfall over the last few days. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Although levels are now falling we believe there is still the potential for flooding along the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Particularly around Tisbury, Fovant to Chilmark road and Compton Chamberlayne.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 14/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2019 17:09
River Nadder
River levels are forecast to rise at the Tisbury river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between 18:00 today, 12/12/19 and 06:00 on the 13/12/19. We believe there is a possibility of flooding for the River Nadder and tributaries between Donhead St Mary and Salisbury. We are closely monitoring the situation.Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Particularly around Tisbury, Fovant to Chilmark road and Compton Chamberlayne.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 13/12/19, or as the situation changes.