Flood warning for Lower Stour from Sturminster Marshall to Christchurch
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This is an update to the current Flood Warning. River levels remain high and responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Lower Dorset Stour, Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch. Further rainfall is expected today and throughout the week. We are closely monitoring the situation. Activate any flood protection products you may have. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 12 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood warning area: Farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, Shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
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The River Stour level at Wimborne was 1.40 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 1.38 metres. Monitor the River Stour level at Wimborne.
The River Stour level at Throop was 1.44 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 1.30 metres. Monitor the River Stour level at Throop.
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