Flood alert for Lower River Wear
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High river levels today may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on 13 November 2025 due to prolonged rainfall overnight and throughout the day.
Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .
This message will be updated by 7:00PM on 13 November 2025 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: Lower River Wear from Escomb to Sunderland including the Rivers Browney, Cong Burn and Lumley Park Burn.
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