The latest England flood warnings in force for the Solent and South Downs region. Data supplied direct from the Environment Agency. Please refresh this page for flood risk updates. Avoid damage to property and travel disruption.
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Flood Warning Area: Solent and South Downs
Counties at risk of flooding: Hampshire
Areas at risk of flooding: Groundwater flooding in Vernham Dean, Upton and the Bourne Valley.
Rivers At Flood Risk
Groundwater
Current Flood Alert: Flood alert 3
Latest flood alert advice from the Environment Agency: Groundwater levels in the Bourne Valley are high and continue to slowly rise. In the last week, the level at Vernham Dean has risen by 68cm. In Upton, we expect a small number of properties to be experiencing cellar flooding. Septic tanks in the valley will be struggling to operate properly. From today (13/03/2025) to Monday (17/03/2025), only small amounts of rain are forecast. Groundwater levels at Vernham Dean will peak before the end of the weekend. We do not expect impacts to property at Vernham Dean, Hurstbourne Tarrant, Stoke or St Mary Bourne. In Upton, if you have pumps to help reduce water levels, please ensure they can operate. This Flood Alert will be updated by 18:00 on Thursday 20/03/2025.
Flood Level Number / Meaning
1: Severe Flood Warning Severe Flooding, Danger to Life.
2: Flood Warning Flooding is Expected, Immediate Action Required.
3: Flood Alert Flooding is Possible, Be Prepared.
4: Warning no Longer in Force The warning is no longer in force.
Hampshire flood warning updated at: 2025-03-13T16:15:26
For more information on flood risks and action to take for the Solent and South Downs region of England:
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