Flood alert for River Blackwater
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High river levels on Wednesday may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on 11 February 2026 as a lot of rain is forecast on Wednesday evening (20mm).
River levels remain high from rainfall experienced over the last few weeks. More rain is forecast tomorrow Wednesday 11 February until the early hours of Thursday morning. Flooding will affect land, fields, and roads at Cadnam, West Wellow, Landford and Ower. Water levels may also become very high, and affect the mill building at East Wellow, in the early hours of Thursday morning. Only a small amount of rain is forecast later this week and into the weekend but weather conditions remain unsettled. River levels and flood risk will remain high for the next few days.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and will ensure the river is kept free of reported blockages.
Consider activating any flood protection products you may have including pumps.
This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 12 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: Landford to East Wellow and Wade Bridge on the River Blackwater, and Cadnam to Ower on the Cadnam River.
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