Flood Warning Info - River Severn at Hanley Castle, Rectory Road in Upton upon Severn and Saxons Lode
Area Description
River Severn at Hanley Castle, Rectory Road in Upton upon Severn, Saxons Lode and riverside properties in Uckinghall.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 28 Nov 2024 09:50
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge because of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue.
We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Observed peak: Saxons Lode 5.07m early Wednesday morning, 27/11/2024.
No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 11am, Friday 29/11/2024, or if the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Nov 2024 10:53
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge because of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue.
We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Observed peak: Saxons Lode 5.07m early Wednesday morning, 27/11/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 11am, Thursday 28/11/2024, or if the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Nov 2024 16:50
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge because of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue.
We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Observed peak:- Saxons Lode 5.07m on Tuesday morning, 26/11/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 11am, Wednesday 27/11/2024, or if the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Nov 2024 08:57
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge because of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue.
We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted peak:
Saxons Lode Saxons Lode 5.0m to 5.1m this morning, Tuesday 26/11/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday the 28/11/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm today, Tuesday 26/11/2024, or if the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Nov 2024 16:10
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge because of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected today, the 25/11/24. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:
Saxons Lode 4.8m to 5.1m Tuesday morning, 26/11/24.
We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday the 28/11/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00am tomorrow, Tuesday 26/11/2024, or if the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Nov 2024 08:48
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected today, the 25/11/24. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 4.8m to 5.1m overnight tonight.
We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday the 28/11/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 25/11/24, or if the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Oct 2024 16:42
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Peak at Saxons Lode: 5.03m Sunday evening, 20/10/2024.
Further minor rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday 22/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Oct 2024 09:30
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Peak at Saxons Lode: 5.03m Sunday evening, 20/10/24.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Monday 21/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Oct 2024 16:49
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5.1m to 5.2m on Sunday afternoon, 20/10/24.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 10am on Monday 21/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Oct 2024 09:42
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5m to 5.1m on Sunday afternoon, 20/10/24.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Sunday 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Oct 2024 16:38
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected today, 19/10/24. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 4.9m to 5.2m on Sunday afternoon, 20/10/24.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 10am on Sunday 20/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Oct 2024 09:53
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected today, 19/10/24. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 4.8m to 5.2m on Sunday, 20/10/24.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Saturday 19/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Oct 2024 16:59
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected Friday evening, 18/10/24. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 4.8m to 5.2m on Saturday morning, 19/10/24.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please move possession and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on 19/10/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2024 08:47
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland continues. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Saxons Lode peaked at 5.04m on Friday night, 23/02/24.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Monday, 26/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2024 15:56
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland continues. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Saxons Lode peaked at 5.04m on Friday night, 23/02/24.
Further rainfall is possible over the next 48 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Sunday, 25/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2024 09:37
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland continues. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Saxons Lode peaked at 5.04m on Friday night, 23/02/24.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 48 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Saturday, 24/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2024 16:36
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland continues.
We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted peak:- Saxons Lode 4.9m to 5.1m Friday afternoon 23/02/2024.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 48 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am Saturday, 24/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2024 12:00
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland continues.
We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted peak:- Saxons Lode 4.9m to 5.1m this afternoon onwards, Friday 23/02/2024.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 48 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Friday, 23/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2024 08:57
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland continues.
We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted peak:- Saxons Lode 4.8m to 5.1m this afternoon onwards, Friday 23/02/2024.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 48 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Friday, 23/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2024 18:01
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible.
We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted peak:- Saxons Lode 4.9m to 5.1m Friday afternoon 23/02/2024.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 48 hours, and we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Our incident response staff are liaising with local authorities. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Friday, 23/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Feb 2024 08:57
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Peaks:- River levels at Saxons Lode peaked at 5.1m on Saturday morning, 10/02/24.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. No further significant rain is currently forecast over the next few days but we are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow, Tuesday 13/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Feb 2024 15:41
River Severn
River levels have risen rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Peak:- Saxons Lode peaked at 5.1m Saturday morning, 10/02/24.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. No further significant rain is currently forecast over the next few days but we are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am tomorrow, Monday 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Feb 2024 08:25
River Severn
River levels have risen rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Peaks:- Saxons Lode peaked at 5.1m Saturday morning, 10/02/24.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. No further significant rain is currently forecast over the next few days but we are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6pm today, Sunday 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Feb 2024 17:01
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- River levels at Saxons Lode river gauge are peaking now, Saturday afternoon 10/02/24.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. No further significant rain is currently forecast over the next few days but we are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am tomorrow, Sunday 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Feb 2024 09:28
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5.1m to 5.2m on Saturday afternoon 10/02/24.
Further showers are expected through the weekend keeping levels elevated. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6:00pm today, Saturday 10/02/2024, or as the situation
Flood Warning issued on 9 Feb 2024 15:57
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 4.7m to 5.2m on Sunday Morning, 11/02/24.
Further showers are expected through the weekend keeping levels elevated. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10:00am tomorrow, Saturday 10/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Feb 2024 12:33
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 4.7m to 5.2m on Sunday Morning 11/02/24.
Further showers are expected through the weekend keeping levels elevated. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6pm on 09/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Jan 2024 14:41
River Severn
River levels are falling but remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Peak:- Saxons Lode peaked at 5.48m on Thursday afternoon, 04/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm tomorrow, Tuesday 09/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Jan 2024 17:08
River Severn
River levels are falling but remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Peak:- Saxons Lode peaked at 5.48m on Thursday afternoon, 04/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm tomorrow, Monday 08/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2024 15:22
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Peak:- Saxons Lode peaked at 5.48m on Thursday afternoon, 04/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm tomorrow, 07/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2024 07:42
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Peak:- Saxons Lode peaked at 5.48m on Thursday afternoon, 04/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm today, 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Jan 2024 15:36
River Severn
River levels remain high but steady at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Peak:- Saxons Lode peaked at 5.48m on Thursday afternoon, 04/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am Saturday 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Jan 2024 09:12
River Severn
River levels remain high but steady at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Peak:- Saxons Lode peaked at 5.48m on Thursday afternoon, 04/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm today, Friday 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 15:31
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Saxons Lode, is currently peaking at 5.5m, Thursday 04/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow, Friday 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 08:13
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted peak:- Saxons Lode, 5.4m to 5.5m peaking this morning, Thursday 04/01/24.
We expect river levels to remain high over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm today, 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Jan 2024 17:01
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted peak:- 5.4m to 5.6m on Thursday morning, 04/01/2024.
We expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow, Thursday 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Jan 2024 09:01
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted peak:- 5.4m to 5.6m on Thursday morning, 04/01/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm today, 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Jan 2024 19:43
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted peak:- Saxons Lode 5.4m to 5.6m on Thursday morning 04/01/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow, 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Jan 2024 17:04
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted peak:- Saxons Lode 5.3m to 5.5m on Thursday morning 04/01/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow, 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Jan 2024 06:10
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted peak:- Saxons Lode 5.1m to 5.4m on Thursday morning 04/01/2024. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 5pm today, 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Jan 2024 17:24
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall.
We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted peak:- Saxons Lode 5.0m to 5.2m on Monday afternoon 01/01/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow, 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Jan 2024 08:42
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall.
We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted peak:- Saxons Lode 5.0m to 5.2m Monday afternoon 01/01/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 18:00 on 01/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Dec 2023 17:03
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall.
We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted peak:- Saxons Lode 5.0m to 5.3m Monday morning 01/01/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and Local Authorities.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on 01/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Dec 2023 08:53
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall.
We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted peak:- Saxons Lode 5.0m to 5.3m Monday morning 01/01/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and or Local Authorities.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 18:00 on 31/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Dec 2023 21:31
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall.
We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted peak:- Saxons Lode 5.0m to 5.3m Monday 01/01/23.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services and or Local Authorities.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on 31/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Oct 2023 19:13
River Severn
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding.
Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Jan 2023 20:19
River Severn
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding.
Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
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 Warning issued on 26 Feb 2022 17:43
River Severn
River levels at the Saxons Lode river gauge have peaked and are now falling slowly. Consequently, flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
The Saxons Lode gauge peaked at 5.33m on Thursday morning, 24/02/2022.
We expect river levels to remain high into next week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services.
Please avoid contact with flood water and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on Sunday, 27/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Feb 2022 08:22
River Severn
River levels at the Saxons Lode river gauge have peaked and are now falling slowly. Consequently, flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
The Saxons Lode gauge peaked at 5.33m on Thursday morning, 24/02/2022.
We expect river levels to remain high into next week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services.
Please avoid contact with flood water and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 6:00pm on Saturday, 26/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2022 08:43
River Severn
River levels at the Saxons Lode river gauge have peaked and are now falling slowly. Consequently, flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
The Saxons Lode gauge peaked at 5.33m on Thursday morning, 24/02/2022.
We expect river levels to remain high this week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services.
Please avoid contact with flood water and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on Saturday, 26/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2022 16:59
River Severn
River levels are peaking now at the Saxons Lode river gauge. Consequently, flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5.3 to 5.4m on Thursday afternoon, 24/02/22.
We expect river levels to remain high this week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services.
Please avoid contact with flood water and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on Friday, 25/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2022 08:43
River Severn
River levels continue to rise at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5.3 to 5.4m on Thursday morning, 24/02/22.
We expect river levels to remain high this week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services.
Please avoid contact with flood water and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 6:00pm on Thursday, 24/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2022 17:40
River Severn
River levels continue to rise at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5.2 to 5.5m on Thursday, 24/02/22.
As a result of recent heavy rainfall, we expect river levels to remain high this week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services.
Please avoid contact with flood water and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 9am on Thursday, 24/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2022 08:19
River Severn
River levels continue to rise at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding continues. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5.2m to 5.5m on Thursday, 24/02/22.
As a result of recent heavy rainfall, we expect river levels to remain high into next week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services.
Please avoid contact with flood water and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Wednesday, 23/02/22 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2022 17:27
River Severn
River levels continue to rise at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding is imminent. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5.3m to 5.6m on Thursday, 24/02/22
As a result of recent heavy rainfall, we expect river levels to remain high this week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services.
Please avoid contact with flood water and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 9 am on Wednesday, 23/02/22 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2022 17:49
River Severn
River levels continue to rise at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding is imminent. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5.3m to 5.6m on Thursday, 24/02/22
As a result of recent heavy rainfall, we expect river levels to remain high this week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services.
Please avoid contact with flood water and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 9:00am on Tuesday, 22/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2022 08:56
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding is imminent. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5.3m to 5.6m on Thursday 24/02/22
Due to recent heavy rainfall we expect river levels to rise and remain high into next week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with emergency services.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 6pm on 21/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Feb 2021 16:31
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
The Saxons Lode river gauge peaked at 5.15m on Sunday, 31/01/2021.
No significant rain is expected over the next 48 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Friday, 05/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Feb 2021 18:01
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
The Saxons Lode river gauge peaked at 5.15m on Sunday, 31/01/2021.
No significant rain is expected over the next 48 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Thursday, 04/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Feb 2021 08:26
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
The Saxons Lode river gauge peaked at 5.15m on Sunday, 31/01/2021.
Further rain is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on Thursday, 04/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Feb 2021 15:00
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
The Saxons Lode river gauge peaked at 5.15m on Sunday evening, 31/01/2021.
Further rain is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on Wednesday, 03/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Feb 2021 09:46
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
The Saxons Lode river gauge peaked at 5.15m on Sunday evening, 31/01/2021.
Further rain is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Tuesday 02/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Feb 2021 16:24
River Severn
River levels are high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall, and are currently falling slowly. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
The Saxons Lode river gauge peaked at 5.15m on Sunday evening, 31/01/2021.
Further rain is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation
Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday 02/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Feb 2021 11:09
River Severn
River levels are high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall, and are currently falling slowly. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
The Saxons Lode river gauge peaked at 5.15m on Sunday evening, 31/01/2021.
Further rain is forecast Tuesday into Wednesday and again on Thursday. We are closely monitoring the situation
Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Monday 01/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Jan 2021 17:48
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak: Saxons Lode 5.1 to 5.3m overnight Sunday into Monday 01/02/21.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We expect river levels to remain high into next week.
We are continuing to monitor the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am on Monday 01/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Jan 2021 11:01
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak: Saxons Lode 5.1 to 5.3m on Sunday evening, 31/01/21.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next week which will cause river levels to remain high.
We are continuing to monitor the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Sunday 31/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Jan 2021 17:17
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak: Saxons Lode 5.2 to 5.7m on Monday, 01/02/21.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days which may cause river levels to rise again.
We are continuing to monitor the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am on Sunday 31/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Jan 2021 10:44
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A Predicted Peak at Saxons Lode of between 5.2 to 5.7m is expected on Monday, 01/02/21.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours and we expect river levels to remain high into next week. We are continuing to monitor the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Saturday, 30/01/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Jan 2021 18:50
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A Predicted Peak at Saxons Lode of between 5.2 to 5.7m is expected on Monday, 01/02/21.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours and we expect river levels to remain high into next week. We are continuing to monitor the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am on Saturday, 30/01/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Jan 2021 10:00
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 4.7 to 5.1m overnight Friday, 29/01/21.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are continuing to monitor the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Friday, 29/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Jan 2021 17:44
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 4.7 to 5.1m Friday evening, 29/01/21.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are continuing to monitor the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 11am on Friday, 29/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Jan 2021 09:42
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is expected overnight tonight 28/01/21 into 29/01/21. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 4.7m to 5m Friday evening, 29/01/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please move possession and valuables off the ground or to safety and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers.
This message will be updated by 6pm, 28/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Jan 2021 09:30
River Severn
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Saxons Lode river gauge. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Saxons Lode peaked at 5.35m on Sunday morning, 24/01/2021.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We will monitor for any further impacts.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Thursday, 28/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Jan 2021 09:28
River Severn
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Saxons Lode peaked at 5.35m on Sunday morning, 24/01/2021.
Rain is expected in the next few days which may keep river levels high and we will monitor for any further impacts.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Wednesday, 27/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Jan 2021 09:10
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Saxons Lode peaked at 5.35m at 10:00am on Sunday morning, 24/01/2021.
Rain is expected in the next few days which may keep river levels high and we will monitor for any further impacts.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday, 26/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Jan 2021 16:31
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Saxons Lode peaked at 5.35m at 10:00am this morning, 24/01/2021.
No significant rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours, but we expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Monday, 25/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Jan 2021 09:26
River Severn
River levels remain high but steady at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5.25m to 5.35m midday today Sunday 24/01/2021.
No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Sunday, 24/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Jan 2021 16:39
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5.25m to 5.4m overnight Saturday 23/01/2021 into Sunday 24/01/2021.
No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next 24 to 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 10am on Sunday, 24/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Jan 2021 05:09
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5.2m to 5.4m overnight Saturday 23/01/2021 into Sunday 24/01/2021.
No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next 24 to 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5:00pm on Saturday, 23/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Jan 2021 16:51
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5.2m to 5.4m overnight Saturday 23/01/2021 into Sunday 24/01/2021.
No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next 24 to 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on Saturday 23/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Jan 2021 12:31
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible from 07:00 today, 22/01/21. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5.2 to 5.4m overnight Saturday into Sunday.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 22/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Jan 2021 02:59
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible from 03:30 today, 22/01/21. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5.0m to 5.5m on 23/01/21.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until Sunday.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 22/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Dec 2020 09:42
River Severn
River levels are falling very slowly but remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A peak at Saxons Lode of 5.07m, occurred on Monday, 28/12/20.
No significant rainfall is expected over the next few days, but there is a risk of some wintry showers. We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday, 31/12/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 10am on Thursday, 31/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Dec 2020 08:24
River Severn
River levels are falling very slowly but remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A peak at Saxons Lode of 5.07m, occurred on Monday, 28/12/20.
No significant rainfall is expected over the next few days, but there is a risk of some wintry showers. We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday, 31/12/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 10am on Wednesday, 30/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Dec 2020 09:23
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peaks:- Saxons Lode 5.0m to 5.2m Tuesday morning 29/12/20.
No significant rainfall is expected over the next few days, but there is a risk of some wintry showers. We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday, 29/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Dec 2020 18:28
River Severn
River levels are forecast to rise at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peaks:- Saxons Lode 5.0m to 5.2m Tuesday morning 29/12/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next 24hrs. We expect river levels to remain high into next week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 10am on Monday, 28/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Dec 2020 08:46
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted peak at Saxons Lode river gauge is between 5.0 and 5.3m Tuesday morning 29/12/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next 24hrs. We expect river levels to remain high into next week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 10am on Monday, 28/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Dec 2020 06:19
River Severn
River levels are slowly falling at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Saxons Lode river gauge peaked at 5.17m on Friday morning, 25/12/20.
Further rainfall is expected on 26/12/20. We expect river levels to remain high into the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 10am on Sunday, 27/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Dec 2020 08:30
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode of between 5.1 and 5.2m is expected overnight on Friday, 25/12/20 into Saturday 26/12/20.
Further rainfall is expected on 26/12/20. We expect river levels to remain high into the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 10am on Saturday, 26/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Dec 2020 13:39
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode of between 5.1 and 5.2m is expected overnight on Friday, 25/12/20.
No further rainfall is forecast today. We expect river levels to remain high into the weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 10am on Friday, 25/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Dec 2020 06:17
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode of between 5.0 and 5.2m is expected on Friday, 25/12/20.
No further rainfall is forecast today. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 4pm on Thursday, 24/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Dec 2020 17:45
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to begin from this evening, 23/12/20. We expect flooding to affect property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted Peak: Saxons Lode 5.0m to 5.2m Friday 25/12/20.
Further rainfall is forecast for the rest of the day and on Sunday.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services.
Please activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers and move possession and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated at 10am tomorrow 24/12/20.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Mar 2020 06:48
River Severn
River levels remain high, but are beginning to fall slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A peak at the Saxons Lode river gauge occurred on Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend which may cause river levels to rise. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Thursday, 05/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Mar 2020 20:11
River Severn
River levels remain high, but are beginning to fall slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A peak at the Saxons Lode river gauge occurred on Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend which may cause river levels to raise again. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 7am on Thursday, 04/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Mar 2020 08:41
River Severn
River levels remain high, but steady at the Saxons Lode river gauge. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A peak at the Saxons Lode river gauge of 5.1m occurred on Tuesday night, 03/03/20.
Further rain is forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 9pm on Wednesday, 04/03/2020, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 4 Mar 2020 00:04
River Severn
River levels remain high, but steady at the Saxons Lode river gauge. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A peak at the Saxons Lode river gauge of 5.1m occurred on Tuesday night, 03/03/20.
Further rain is forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 9am on Wednesday, 04/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Mar 2020 16:54
River Severn
River levels remain high, but steady at Saxons Lode river gauge, however river levels are expected to rise again. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted peak at the Saxons Lode river gauge is between 5.1 and 5.3m overnight Tuesday, 03/03/20.
Further rain is forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 00:30 on Wednesday, 04/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Mar 2020 08:33
River Severn
River levels remain high but steady at Saxons Lode river gauge, however river levels are expected to rise again.
Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted peak at the Saxons Lode river gauge is between 5.2 to 5.4m on Wednesday morning, 04/03/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Tuesday, 03/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Mar 2020 00:01
River Severn
River levels remain high but steady at Saxons Lode river gauge, however river levels are expected to rise again.
Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted peak at the Saxons Lode river gauge is between 5.2 to 5.3m on Wednesday, 04/03/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 9am on Tuesday, 03/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Mar 2020 16:51
River Severn
River levels are currently falling slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge but river levels are expected to rise again.
Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted peak at the Saxons Lode river gauge is between 5.2 to 5.3m on Wednesday, 04/03/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 02:00am on Tuesday, 03/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Mar 2020 09:01
River Severn
River levels are currently falling slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge, but levels are expected to rise again.
Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Peak expected at Saxons Lode of between 5.2 and 5.3m on Wednesday 04/03/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5 pm on Monday, 02/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Mar 2020 17:13
River Severn
River levels are falling slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge, but levels are expected to rise again tomorrow 02/03/20. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Peak expected at Saxons Lode of between 5.2 and 5.3m on Wednesday 04/03/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 9am on Monday, 02/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Mar 2020 07:43
River Severn
River levels remain high but steady at Saxons Lode river gauge. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A peak at Saxons Lode of 5.38m occurred on Thursday, 27/02/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 8pm on Sunday, 01/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Feb 2020 19:23
River Severn
River levels remain high but steady at Saxons Lode river gauge. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A peak at Saxons Lode of 5.38m occurred on Thursday, 27/02/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 8am on Sunday, 01/03/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Feb 2020 07:17
River Severn
River levels remain high but steady at Saxons Lode river gauge. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A peak at Saxons Lode of 5.38m occurred on Thursday, 27/02/20.
Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend. Consequently, we expect river levels to remain high over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 8pm on Saturday, 29/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Feb 2020 17:02
River Severn
River levels are falling slowly at Saxons Lode river gauge. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A peak at Saxons Lode of 5.38m occurred on Thursday, 27/02/20.
Further rainfall is forecast today and Saturday, this may cause river levels to rise again.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 8am on Saturday, 29/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Feb 2020 08:11
River Severn
River levels are falling slowly at Saxons Lode river gauge. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A peak at Saxons Lode of 5.38m occurred on Thursday, 27/02/20.
Further rainfall is forecast today and Saturday, this may cause river levels to rise again.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Friday, 28/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Feb 2020 23:50
River Severn
River levels are falling slowly at Saxons Lode river gauge. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A peak at Saxons Lode of 5.38m occurred on Thursday, 27/02/20.
Further rainfall is forecast on Friday and Saturday, this may cause river levels to rise again.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 9am on Friday, 28/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Feb 2020 17:15
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode of between 5.35 and 5.45m is expected on Thursday evening, 27/02/20, which is similar to the peak level last week.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 1am on Friday, 28/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Feb 2020 07:27
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode of between 5.35 and 5.45m is expected on Thursday morning, 27/02/20, which is similar to the peak level last week.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Thursday, 27/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Feb 2020 00:39
River Severn
River levels are rising slowly at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode of between 5.35 and 5.45m is expected on Thursday morning, 27/02/20, which is similar to levels seen last week.
The forecast remains unsettled for the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 9am on Thursday, 27/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Feb 2020 16:46
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode of between 5.4 and 5.6m is expected today, 26/02/20, which is similar to levels seen last week.
The forecast remains unsettled for the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 1am on Thursday, 27/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Feb 2020 06:56
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode of between 5.4 and 5.6m is expected on Thursday, 27/02/20, which is similar to levels seen last week.
The forecast remains unsettled for the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Wednesday, 26/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Feb 2020 00:56
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode of between 5.3 and 5.6m is expected on Thursday, 27/02/20, which is similar to levels seen last week.
The forecast remains unsettled for the next few days, and we expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 9am on Wednesday, 26/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2020 16:27
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode of between 5.5 and 5.8m is expected on Thursday, 27/02/20, which is slightly higher than levels seen last week.
The forecast remains unsettled for the next few days, which may cause river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 1am on Wednesday, 26/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2020 11:05
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge and are rising further as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode of between 5.5 and 5.8m is expected on Thursday, 27/02/20, which is slightly higher than levels seen last week.
The forecast remains unsettled for the next few days, which may cause river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Tuesday, the 25/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2020 07:27
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge and are rising further as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode of between 5.0 and 5.5m is expected on Thursday, 27/02/20, which is similar to levels seen last week.
The forecast remains unsettled for the next few days, which may cause river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Tuesday, the 25/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2020 00:32
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge and are rising further as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode of between 5.0 and 5.5m is expected on Thursday, 27/02/20, which is similar to levels seen last week.
The forecast remains unsettled which may cause river levels to remain high for the rest of the week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 9am on Tuesday, the 25/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2020 16:49
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge and are rising slowly as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode of between 5.0 and 5.5m is expected on Thursday, the 27/02/20, which will be similar to those seen last week.
The forecast remains unsettled which may cause river levels to remain high for the rest of the week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 1am on Tuesday, the 25/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2020 07:57
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge and may begin to rise in the next 12 hours as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A Predicted peak at Saxons Lode of between 4.9 and 5.4m is expected on Wednesday, the 26/02/20, which will be similar to those seen last week.
The forecast remains unsettled which may cause river levels to remain high for the rest of the week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Monday, the 24/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2020 00:37
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge and may begin to rise in the next 12 hours as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A Predicted peak at Saxons Lode of between 5.3m and 5.6m is expected on Thursday, the 27/02/20, which will be similar to those seen last week.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 12 hours which may cause river levels to remain high for the rest of the week.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 9am on Monday, the 24/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2020 19:33
River Severn
River levels remain high and are slowly rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted peak:- at Saxons Lode river gauge is between 5.3m and 5.6m on Thursday, the 27/02/20
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours which may cause renewed river level rises over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 1am on Monday, 24/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2020 07:56
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling at the Saxons Lode river gauge. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Saxons Lode peaked at 5.49m on Monday 17/02/20.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours which may cause renewed river level rises over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 8pm on Sunday, 23/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2020 19:33
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling at the Saxons Lode river gauge. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A peak level at Saxons Lode occurred on Monday 17/02/20.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours and we expect river levels to start rising again. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 8am on Sunday, 23/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2020 08:08
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A peak level at Saxons Lode occurred on Monday afternoon 17/02/20.
Further rainfall is expected over the next 24 hours, as a result we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 8pm on Saturday, 22/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2020 00:24
River Severn
River levels remain high but are falling at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A peak level at Saxons Lode occurred on Monday afternoon 17/02/20.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, as a result we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 9am on Saturday, 22/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2020 16:37
River Severn
River levels remain high and steady at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Saxons Lode peaked on Monday afternoon 17/02/20.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days as a result we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 1am on Saturday, 22/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2020 08:07
River Severn
River levels remain high and steady at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Saxons Lode peaked on Monday afternoon 17/02/20.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days as a result we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Friday, 21/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Feb 2020 23:21
River Severn
River levels remain high but steady at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Saxons Lode peaked on Monday afternoon 17/02/20.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days as a result we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 9 am on Friday, 21/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Feb 2020 16:30
River Severn
River levels remain high but steady at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Saxons Lode peaked on Monday afternoon 17/02/20.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days as a result we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 1am on Friday, 21/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Feb 2020 08:34
River Severn
River levels remain high but steady at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Saxons Lode peaked at 5.49m on Monday afternoon 17/02/20.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days as a result we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Thursday, 20/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Feb 2020 00:38
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Saxons Lode river gauge peaked at 5.49m on 18th February but river levels remain high.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, as a result we expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am on Thursday, 20/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Feb 2020 16:53
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode river gauge of between 5.5 to 5.7 m is expected tonight, Wednesday 19/02/20.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 1am on Thursday, 20/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Feb 2020 07:52
River Severn
River levels remain high and may rise at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode river gauge of between 5.5 to 5.7 m is expected this afternoon, Wednesday 19/02/20.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
Further rainfall is expected over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Wednesday, 19/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Feb 2020 02:41
River Severn
River levels remain high and may rise again in the next 24 hours at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Scattered showers are expected over the next 24 hours, with further prolonged rainfall forecast from midday on Wednesday, 19/02/20.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode river gauge of between 5.5 to 5.7 m is expected Wednesday afternoon, 19/02/20.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 9am on Wednesday, 19/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Feb 2020 17:34
River Severn
River levels remain high and may rise again in the next 24 hours at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode river gauge of between 5.5 to 5.7 m is expected Wednesday afternoon, 19/02/20.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days. Scattered showers are expected over the next 24 hours, with further prolonged rainfall forecast from midday on Wednesday.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 3am on Wednesday, 19/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Feb 2020 10:07
River Severn
River levels remain high and may rise again in the next 24 hours at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A predicted peak at Saxons Lode river gauge of between 5.5 to 5.7 m is expected Wednesday afternoon, 19/02/20.
Scattered showers are expected over the next 24 hours, with further prolonged rainfall forecast from midday on Wednesday.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Tuesday, 18/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Feb 2020 02:33
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak at Saxons Lode between 5.5 to 5.7m on Wednesday 19/02/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday 18/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Feb 2020 17:35
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak at Saxons Lode river gauge is between 5.7 to 6m Wednesday 19/02/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 3am on Tuesday 18/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Feb 2020 10:21
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak at Saxons Lode river gauge is between 5.2 to 5.4m Tuesday 18/02/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 6pm on Monday 17/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Feb 2020 03:08
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding may be affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5.2 to 5.4m Tuesday 18/02/20.
Further scattered showers are forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10am on Monday 17/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Feb 2020 18:13
River Severn
River levels are rising at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding is affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5.2m to 5.6m on Tuesday.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 4am on 17/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Feb 2020 13:18
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected today, 16/02/20. Flooding is affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted Peak:- Saxons Lode 5m to 5.5m Tuesday.
We expect river levels to remain high for the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 18:00 on 16/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Dec 2019 16:23
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall, but are now falling slowly. Further rainfall is forecast overnight tonight and between Thursday 26/12/19 and Friday 27/12/19 this week. Flooding of property and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding is affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A peak level of 5.05m occurred at Saxons Lode gauge on, 22/12/2019.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10am on Tuesday, 24/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Dec 2019 08:07
River Severn
River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of recent rainfall, but are now falling slowly. Flooding of property and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding is affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
A peak level of 5.05m occurred at Saxons Lode gauge on, 22/12/2019.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5pm on Monday, 23/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Dec 2019 15:40
River Severn
River levels are high but steady at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Further light scattered showers are expected over the next 24 hours. Flooding of property and farmland is expected to continue. Flooding is affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode.
Saxons Lode peaked at 5.05m Sunday morning the 22/12/19.
We expect river levels to remain high until over the next few days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10 am on Monday 23/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Dec 2019 08:46
River Severn
River levels are high but steady at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Further light scattered showers are expected over the next 24 hours. Flooding of property and farmland is expected. Flooding is affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted Peak: Saxons Lode 5.0 to 5.1m Sunday morning 22/12/19.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5pm Sunday 22/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Dec 2019 17:14
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Further scattered showers are expected over the next 24 hours. Flooding of property and farmland is expected. Flooding is affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted Peak: Saxons Lode 5 to 5.2m Saturday overnight 21/12/19 into Sunday 22/12/19.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10am Sunday 22/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Dec 2019 08:11
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of property and farmland is expected. Flooding is affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted Peak: Saxons Lode 5 to 5.2m Saturday overnight 21/12/19.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5pm Saturday 21/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Dec 2019 16:22
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of property and farmland is expected. Flooding is affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted Peak: Saxons Lode 4.9 to 5.2m Saturday afternoon 21/12/19.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10:00am Saturday 21/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Dec 2019 14:26
River Severn
River levels have risen at the Saxons Lode river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding of property and farmland is expected. Flooding is affecting property and roads in and around Hanley Castle and Saxons Lode. Predicted Peak: Saxons Lode 4.9 to 5.2m Saturday afternoon 21/12/19.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 5:00pm Friday 20/12/19, or as the situation changes.