Bournemouth, Christchurch, Dorset, Eco & Environment, Ferndown, Ringwood, Wimborne | Posted on January 27th, 2025 | return to news
Flood warning issued for Dorset and BCP
Rising river levels following Storm Eowyn has led the Environment Agency to issue a flood warning along the lower parts of the River Stour.
Rising river levels following Storm Eowyn has led the Environment Agency to issue a flood warning along the lower parts of the River Stour.
Heavy rainfall after Storm Eowyn battered the UK has led the Environment Agency to issue an official flood warning.
Flooding is expected along lower parts of the River Stour from Sturminster Marshall to Christchurch. The areas most at risk include: farms at Sturminster Marshall, Cowgrove, shops in Wimborne, Mill Street in Corfe Mullen, Bridge House Hotel in Ferndown, Brecon Close, Ringwood Road, Throop Road in Bournemouth, Barrack Road and Willow Way in Christchurch.
The agency said: “Rising river levels are causing flooding throughout the morning.
“Further rainfall is forecast throughout the afternoon, but no further flooding is expected. We are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Residents are advised to avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
If you are in an affected area, the agency has advised residents to:
- Move your family and pets to a safe place.
- Move your car or other vehicles to higher ground, if it is safe to do so.
- Move important items upstairs or to a safe place in your property, starting with items of personal value that you will not be able to replace such as family photographs, then move valuable items such as computers, furniture and furnishings.
- Turn off gas, electricity and water mains supplies before flood water starts to enter your property. Never touch an electrical switch if you are standing in water.
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