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Flooding is expected - act now

Flood warning for River Darwen at Ewood and Waterfall in Blackburn

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Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this afternoon.

Flooding is expected from 3 PM on 23/11/2024.

Areas most at risk include properties adjacent to the River Darwen, including Ewood Park, Stancliffe Street, Griffin Mill and River Mill.

Further heavy rainfall is forecast overnight.

We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and closely monitoring the situation.

Stay away from floodwater - it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals.

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This message will be updated by 8:00 PM on 23/11/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood warning area: Properties adjacent to the River Darwen, including Ewood Park, Stancliffe Street, Griffin Mill and River Mill.

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Latest levels

25 minutes ago

The River Darwen level at Ewood was 1.27 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 1.80 metres. Monitor the River Darwen level at Ewood.

25 minutes ago

The River Darwen level at Waterfall was 1.29 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 1.80 metres. Monitor the River Darwen level at Waterfall.

These levels will update automatically

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