Flood alert for Helford and Fal Rivers
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High river levels over the next three days may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible from the evening of 17 February 2026 until Thursday 19 February 2026.
Heavy rain is forecast overnight. Catchments are saturated and rivers are expected to respond.
Forecast levels may cause flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river from late on Tuesday evening. No flooding to properties is currently forecast.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .
This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 18 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: The Lizard, Penryn, Falmouth, Truro, Ladock, Tresillian and Grampound.
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