Flood alert for Lower Itchen
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Rising river levels on Friday may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on 06 February 2026 , as 22mm of rain has fallen in the last 24 hours.
This is a modest amount of rainfall but follows recent wet weather. Flooding could affect Bishopstoke Road Playing Fields and possibly some gardens in Bishopstoke. Water may also affect the top of Duttons Lane and Withy Meadows, Eastleigh. Further rainfall (up to 15mm) is forecast from this evening (06/02/26) until Saturday afternoon (07/02/26). There is potential for more rain on Monday (09/02/26) and Tuesday (10/02/26). The river will remain responsive to any further rain that it receives.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and managing sluices at Bishopstoke and Stoke Lock.
Consider activating any flood protection products you may have .
This message will be updated by 6:00PM on 08 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: River Itchen and tributaries from Otterbourne to Woodmill.
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