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Flood warning for Middle Hampshire Avon at The Close and West Harnham, Salisbury

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This is a Flood Warning Update. River levels remain high due to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Locations most affected will be areas around West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road. Further rain is expected tonight and tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. People in this area should continue to monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 30 January 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood warning area: West Walk, The Close, De Vaux Place, St Nicholas Road, Harnham Road, Watersmeet Road and St Marys Road.

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Latest levels

21 minutes ago

The River Avon level at Amesbury was 0.74 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 0.94 metres. Monitor the River Avon level at Amesbury.

21 minutes ago

The River Nadder level at Wilton was 0.53 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 0.76 metres. Monitor the River Nadder level at Wilton.

21 minutes ago

The River Avon level at Salisbury Harnham Bridge was 1.27 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 1.26 metres. Monitor the River Avon level at Salisbury Harnham Bridge.

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