Flood warning for River Axe (Mid) at Axminster
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High river levels are expected to cause flooding overnight.
Flooding is expected from the early hours of 27 January 2026 .
Heavy rain falling in the area will continue overnight.
Properties and low lying areas will start to flood from around 05:00AM on Tuesday. The main areas of concern are around Stoney bridge Cottages and House, The Old Farmhouse, Blackhakes Farm, Westcrete, Castle Hill Farm development. . Flood waters may be deep and fast flowing in these areas.
River levels are forecast to be high throughout the morning.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels .
Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car . Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 3:00PM on 27 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood warning area: low lying properties and roads around Stoney Bridge and Castle Hill in Axminster.
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Latest levels
The River Axe level at Weycroft Bridge was 2.94 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 3.00 metres. Monitor the River Axe level at Weycroft Bridge.
The River Axe level at Forde Abbey was 2.38 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 2.40 metres. Monitor the River Axe level at Forde Abbey.
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