Flood alert for Wider area of the South Forty Foot Drain
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Forecast high river levels throughout the evening may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible from the evening of 15 January 2026 .
Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . Avoid low lying roads, near rivers which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 16 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: Isolated properties and villages in wider low lying areas east of the South Forty Foot Drain and minor tributaries from Bourne to Boston.
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