Flood warning for Curry Moor and Hay Moor
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Rising water levels in Currymoor are expected to cause flooding from 8AM on Monday morning. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Tone and on Currymoor, with low lying land and roads, including New Road, expected to be most affected.
The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is stable at 7.54 m. Water will enter Currymoor reservoir via Hookbridge spillway whilst this level exceeds 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.26 m and is rising by approximately 80 mm per hour. Pumping will start at Currymoor Station as soon as the river level allows. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Weather conditions are forecast to be predominantly dry on Monday, with occasional showers.
Plan driving routes to avoid New Road in Currymoor, which is affected by flooding. Don't put yourself or others at risk. Refer to https://www.somerset.gov.uk/roads-travel-and-parking/emergency-road-closure-gates/ for details of road closures.
This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 26/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood warning area: West Moor, Hay Moor and Curry Moor including New Road between North Curry and the A361, and Cutts Road at East Lyng.
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The Currymoor Drain level at Currymoor PS was 6.41 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 6.60 metres.
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