Flooding is possible - be prepared

Flood alert for West Somerset Streams

The Doniford Stream at Sampford Brett is rising in response to heavy rainfall today.

The flooding of low-lying land and roads is possible from this afternoon. Areas most at risk include the Horner Water, Rivers Aller and Washford, and the Hawkcombe, Monksilver and Doniford Streams and tributaries. No property flooding is expected.

Our incident response staff are monitoring rainfall and river levels and we are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 2 PM on 29/03/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood alert area: Horner Water, Rivers Aller and Washford, and the Hawkcombe, Monksilver and Doniford Streams and tributaries.

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