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Flood warning for Lower Frome from Dorchester to East Stoke

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High river levels are expected to cause flooding today. 

Flooding is expected on 19 February 2026 . 

Areas most at risk include areas in Dorchester, West Stafford, Bockhampton, Lewell, Tincleton, Pallington, Waddock, Moreton, Wool and East Stoke. While river levels are high, weather conditions are expected to improve throughout the day with very little rainfall forecast. 

We are closely monitoring the situation . 

Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 

This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 20 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood warning area: Areas in Dorchester, West Stafford, Bockhampton, Lewell, Tincleton, Pallington, Waddock, Moreton, Wool and East Stoke.

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The River Frome level at Stinsford was 0.71 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 0.75 metres.

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