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Flooding is possible - be prepared

Flood alert for Middle Stour and tributaries

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Flooding is possible as the Middle River Stour and its tributaries, are rising due to prolonged, heavy rain. Flooding is possible from 1:30 AM on 24/11/2024.

Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.

Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening tonight and tomorrow.

We are monitoring rainfall and river levels.

Please consider activating any property flood protection products and start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.

This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 25/11/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood alert area: Tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne.

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