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Flooding is expected - act now

Flood warning for River Witham and South Delph from Lincoln to Washingborough

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High river levels are expected to cause flooding today. 

Flooding is expected on 01 March 2026 . 

Limited rainfall is forecast over the next several days. River levels will remain high until water makes its way through the catchment following recent rainfall. 

We are closely monitoring the situation . 

Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded . 

This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 02 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood warning area: Area to the east of Lincoln along the River Witham to Washingborough Fen.

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Latest levels

30 minutes ago

The River Witham level at Fiskerton Sluice was 1.43 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 1.65 metres. Monitor the River Witham level at Fiskerton Sluice.

More than 1 hour ago

The River Witham level at Bardney was 3.48 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 3.53 metres. Monitor the River Witham level at Bardney.

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