Flood warning for River Cherwell from Lower Heyford down to Cherwell Bridge
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Property flooding is expected. River levels are rising on the River Cherwell as a result of heavy rainfall from Storm Bert. Therefore, flooding of property and roads is expected today, 25/11/2024, especially in the Enslow and Lower Heyford areas. Areas most at risk include Watermead Road, Kidlington. Today is forecast to be mainly dry. We expect river levels to continue rising today and will remain high over the coming days as water moves downstream.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety. Activate any property flood protection products such as flood barriers. Go to the 'River and Sea levels in England' webpage for current river levels. This message will be updated this evening, 25/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood warning area: River Cherwell from Lower Heyford down to Cherwell Bridge including Rousham, Enslow, Thrupp and Hampton Poyle.
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Latest levels
The River Cherwell level at Heyford Bridge was 2.50 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 2.05 metres. Monitor the River Cherwell level at Heyford Bridge.
The River Cherwell level at Enslow Weir A was 1.17 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 1.05 metres. Monitor the River Cherwell level at Enslow Weir A.
The River Cherwell level at Thrupp was 2.51 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 3.35 metres. Monitor the River Cherwell level at Thrupp.
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