Flood alert for Lower River Medway
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High river levels overnight has led to flooding.
Flooding is possible on 14 January 2026 .
Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads along the River Medway particularly footpaths and riverside areas in the Maidstone area.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels .
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .
This message will be updated by 6:00PM on 14 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: River Medway from Hampstead Lock at Yalding to Allington Lock, including East Farleigh, Wateringbury, Teston and Teston Park, Tovil and Maidstone including Millennium Park.
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