Flood warning for Lower Avon from Ringwood to Christchurch
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Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding throughout the morning.
Flooding is expected from 9:00 AM on 27/11/2024.
Areas most at risk include Bickerley, Ringwood and the B3347 from Christchurch to Stony Lane in Christchurch.
Further flooding is expected throughout the afternoon as river levels are high and forecast to rise further due to heavy rainfall.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and liaising with emergency services and local authorities.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Move family, pets and cars to safety and turn off gas, electricity and water if it is safe to do so.
Refer to local authority website for road closures.
Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 28/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood warning area: Bickerley, Ringwood and the B3347 from Christchurch to Stony Lane in Christchurch.
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Latest level
The Bickerly Mill Stream level at Ringwood Old Cottage PS was 1.40 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 1.39 metres.
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