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Flooding is possible - be prepared

Flood alert for Purbeck Rivers and Streams

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High river levels today may lead to flooding. 

Flooding is possible on 18 December 2025 . 

Areas most at risk include the Corfe Castle and Swanage areas. Further flooding is possible throughout the afternoon as river levels continue to react to rainfall. Rainfall is expected to continue throughout the afternoon and into this evening. 

We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . 

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

This message will be updated by 1:00PM on 19 December 2025 or as the situation changes.

Flood alert area: The Corfe Castle and Swanage areas.

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