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Flooding is possible - be prepared

Flood alert for River Piddle and tributaries

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High river levels today may lead to flooding. 

Flooding is possible on 09 January 2026 . 

Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Piddle tributaries between Alton Pancras and Wareham. River levels are high at our Briantspuddle River Gauge. We are expecting some rain today, Friday 9th January but totals will not be high, but may lead to a small increase in levels. 

We are closely monitoring the situation . 

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

This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 10 January 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood alert area: Tributaries between Alton Pancras and Wareham.

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