Flood alert for River Wye in Herefordshire
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River levels are falling but remain high as a response to the recent rainfall and may continue to cause flooding. Flooding is possible on 28th January 2026. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
Flooding may affect low lying land and roads along the River Wye from Hay on Wye to Ross on Wye. Other locations affected may include the A438 between Letton & Willersey, Byford, Bredwardine & Hereford. Road closures & diversions on the A438 may be in force.
Predicted peaks:-
Ross on Wye - 3.9m to 4.1m Wednesday 28/01 PM.
Observed peaks:-
Hay on Wye 2.34m Tuesday 27/01 PM.
Bredwardine 4.42m Tuesday 27/01 PM.
Belmont 4.59m Wednesday 28/01 AM.
Old Wye Bridge 3.99m Wednesday 28/01 AM.
Mordiford 4.69m Wednesday 28/01 AM.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 29th January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: River Wye in Herefordshire.
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