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Flood Warnings

image of flooding supplied by the Environment Agency+++All IOW flood warnings and watches have been withdrawn as at 12.20 pm on January 13th. +++The Environment Agency this morning (Tuesday 13th January) advised all those living, working or travelling in Kent, Sussex, Hampshire and the Isle of Wight to be aware of the possibility of flooding following heavy overnight rain.

During the night up to 30mm of rain has fallen across the region and this has been accompanied by some strong winds. The rain has fallen into river catchments that were already swollen by yesterday’s downpour. Environment Agency staff have been busy during the past few days ensuring flood defences are in a good condition and there are no blockages on rivers and streams. But the winds which are forecast to continue throughout the morning may bring down more trees and debris and this could lead to flooding.

The Agency’s flood warning web service is currently experiencing technical difficulties and is temporarily out of action. Anyone who needs flood warning updates or further information should ring the Agency’s Floodline number on 0845 988 11 88. The flood warnings and watches in force at the time of the issue of this press release are as follows. It is likely more warnings will be issued as the morning progresses.

Flood Warnings

East Sussex: River Ouse from Isfield to Barcombe
Hampshire: Blackwater and Cadnum
Isle of Wight: Western Yar
Kent: The River Beult from Pluckley and Bethersden to Yalding
Kent: The River Teise and Lesser Teise between Lamberhurst and Yalding

Flood Watch

East Sussex: Cuckmere River from Alfriston to Exceat Bridge
East Sussex: Langney Haven
East Sussex: River Ouse from Lindfield to Isfield
East Sussex: River Uck
East Sussex: The River Brede between Sedlesombe and Rye
East Sussex: The River Rother between Mayfield and Newenden
East Sussex: The River Tillingham between Beckley Furnace and Rye
Hampshire: Milford on Sea to Calshot
Isle of Wight: Eastern Yar
Isle of Wight: Gurnard Luck at Gurnard
Kent: Darent Catchment
Kent: Lower Medway Catchment
Kent: Romney Catchment
Kent: Rother Catchment
Kent: Stour Catchment
Kent: Swale Catchment
Kent: The River Eden and Eden Brook from Crowhurst and Blindley Heath to Penshurst
Kent: The River Medway between Penshurst and the Leigh Barrier
Kent: Upper Medway Catchment

Action to be taken in response to a flood warning:

  • Move pets, vehicles, food, valuables and other items to safety
  • Put sandbags or floodboards in place
  • Prepare to turn off gas and electricity
  • Be prepared to evacuate your home if necessary
  • Protect yourself, your family and others that need your help

Information on the latest road closures can be obtained from the Highways Call Centre on (01983) 823777.

Further information on the flood warning is available from the Department of the Environment. Information is also available from Floodline on 0845 988 1188.

Emergency Information

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