The flood alert was removed

Lower Taw area flood alert area

The risk of flooding has now reduced, and river levels have fallen below levels of concern, but will remain sensitive to further rainfall. The rainfall experienced over the last 48 hours has cleared the area but further rainfall is forecast for the weekend. The Environment Agency will continue to monitor the situation and issue any further updates as necessary.

Flood alert area: Lower River Taw and its tributaries from Newnham Bridge to Barnstaple, including Umberleigh, Chittlehampton, Swimbridge and Bishop's Tawton areas.

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