Flood alert for The Rivers Wid and Can
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High river levels today may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on 06 February 2026 .
River levels are rising in places following the recent rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying roads and riverside areas, including Lordship Lane and Cow Watering Lane around Writtle College.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Further rainfall is forecast so river levels may remain high.
Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded .
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 07 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: The River Wid from Brentwood, to and including Writtle, and the River Can at Chelmsford.
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