Flood alert for Groundwater flooding in the High Wycombe area
Groundwater levels remain high but are falling slowly at our two boreholes Piddington and Ray Farm borehole in the High Wycombe area. Groundwater levels are above normal for this time of year and remain at a level where communities may continue to be affected by groundwater flooding. Groundwater levels remain sensitive to further rainfall due to saturated ground and high groundwater levels. Low-lying land, gardens, roads, and cellars may therefore be at risk of flooding. Due to the nature of groundwater flooding, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer. Avoid driving or walking through floodwater as there may be concealed hazards. We are continuing to monitor groundwater levels and will update this message next week by 14/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: Areas at risk of groundwater flooding in the Wycombe area including Radnage and the lower Hughenden Valley.
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