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Flooding is expected - act now

Flood warning for Bristol Avon (upper) at Chippenham, other properties set back from the river

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Heavy rainfall over the weekend has caused river levels to rise on the Bristol Avon. Further rainfall is forecast overnight and flooding is expected as river levels reach their highest from 3:00 AM on 25/11/2024.

Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Bristol Avon, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around properties in Chippenham.

Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Please do not drive through floodwater as bow waves may affect adjacent properties. Don't put yourself or others at risk.

This message will be updated by 07:30 AM on 25/11/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood warning area: Avon Reach, The Bridge, Foghamshire, Providence Terrace, Ivy Road, St Mary Street, Emery Gate, Borough Parade, Westmead Lane, Monkton Park, St Mellion Close, Riverside Drive, Lytham Close, Gleneagles Close, Eastern Avenue and Wentworth Close.

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The River Avon level at Great Somerford was 2.28 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 2.20 metres.

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