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Flood warning for River Hayle from Relubbus to St Erth

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High river levels are expected to cause flooding overnight. 

Flooding is expected on 26 January 2026 and into Tuesday 27 January. 

Heavy rainfall has caused river levels to rise, with further bands of heavy rain forecast overnight and into Tuesday.

Properties and low lying areas will start to flood from around 22:00 on Monday night. The main areas of concern are properties and low lying areas around the bottom of Tregembo Hill, Green Lane, Battery Hill Playground, Chapel Hill and Chenhalls Road. Flood waters may be deep and fast flowing in these areas.

River levels are forecast to be at their highest between 22:00 and 03:00, though we expect the river to remain high throughout the day on Tuesday. 

We are closely monitoring the situation . 

Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 

This message will be updated by 2:00PM on 27 January 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood warning area: River Hayle from Relubbus to St Erth including Relubbus, St Erth and Hayle Causeway.

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Latest levels

More than 1 hour ago

The River Hayle level at St Erth was 1.14 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 1.00 metres. Monitor the River Hayle level at St Erth.

30 minutes ago

The River Hayle level at Relubbus was 0.99 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 1.00 metres. Monitor the River Hayle level at Relubbus.

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