Flood warning for River Fowey at Lostwithiel
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High river levels are causing flooding today.
Flooding is expected on 26 January 2026 into 27 January 2026
Heavy rainfall has caused river levels to rise, with further bands of heavy rain forecast overnight and into Tuesday morning.
Properties and low lying areas will start to flood from around 22:00 on Monday 26 January 2026.
The main areas of concern are properties and low lying areas around Coulson Park, the Sewage Treatment Works, Lostwithiel Railway Station, Quay Street, and properties along The Parade. Flood waters may be deep and fast flowing in these areas.
River levels are forecast to be at their highest between 5am and 7am.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
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This message will be updated by 2:00PM on 27 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood warning area: River Fowey at Lostwithiel including properties along Quay Street and The Parade.
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Latest levels
The River Fowey level at Wainsford was 1.98 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 1.80 metres. Monitor the River Fowey level at Wainsford.
The River Fowey level at Trekeivesteps was 1.48 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 1.70 metres. Monitor the River Fowey level at Trekeivesteps.
The River Fowey level at Restormel was 1.84 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 1.85 metres. Monitor the River Fowey level at Restormel.
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