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Flooding is possible - be prepared

Flood alert for Aldingbourne and Barnham Rifes

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High river levels on Tuesday may lead to flooding. 

Flooding is possible on 03 February 2026 from 11:00 as a lot of rain is forecast Tuesday (20mm). 

Minor flooding could affect Barnham Road and Lake Lane. Flooding could affect fields, the car park at Tescos on Shripney Road, land at Riverside Caravan Centre, and small parts of land off Durban Road. Minor impacts may also affect Arun Business Park, Shripney Trade Park, Whitfield Close, Maryland Crescent, Rife Way, Links Avenue and Kingsmead. Rain will stop Tuesday evening. Only isolated showers Wednesday and Thursday. River levels and flood risk should begin to reduce in Barnham by 06:00 04/02/2026, but not until 16:00 04/02/2026 in Bersted, where the river will be high all week. 

We are closely monitoring the situation clearing debris screens through Barnham. Our pumps at Felpham are running. 

Consider activating any flood protection products you may have . Including in Barnham. Avoid roads that flood (Barnham Rd and Lake Lane). 

This message will be updated by 8:00PM on 03 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood alert area: Elbridge, Lidsey, Aldingbourne, Barnham, Yapton and Ryebank Rifes.

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