Flood warning for River Trent at Newark Sugar Factory and Kelham Bridge
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River levels are high but steady at the Colwick river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of property flooding remains. Areas most at risk are the Newark Sugar Factory and Battery including Kelham Lane, Great North Road and Kelham Bridge.
No further significant rainfall is forecast. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow afternoon, Thursday 09/01/2025.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services.
Please move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety and avoid contact with flood water.
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This message will be updated by 07:00, 09/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood warning area: River Trent at Newark Sugar Factory and Kelham Bridge including the A616 Great North Road.
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Latest levels
The River Trent level at Colwick was 4.75 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 4.50 metres. Monitor the River Trent level at Colwick.
The River Trent level at Farndon was 2.39 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 2.30 metres. Monitor the River Trent level at Farndon.
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