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South Somerset Rivers, Upper Reaches

Message issued at 12:16pm, Tuesday 3rd February

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Flooding possible. Be prepared.

Flood alert

Due to saturated ground throughout the catchment, rivers remain responsive to rainfall. Flooding is possible as a result. Areas most at risk include locations near the River Isle and River Parrett, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly roads and areas around Ashford Mill, Isle Brewers, Fivehead, the Norton sub Hambdon to Stratton road, the A356 and the B3165 at Chiselborough and the B3168 at Ilford Bridges. The lower River Parrett remains bank-full and spillways are running. Sustained, moderate rain is forecast throughout today, Tuesday 3rd February. Tomorrow (Wednesday) is expected to be dry with occasional showers however further rain is forecast for Thursday/Friday. We are closely monitoring the situation and Field Teams are out clearing debris screens and checking rivers for blockages. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Remain aware of local water levels and weather conditions and don’t put yourself or others at risk. This message will be updated by 1PM on 04/02/2026, or as the situation changes.

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This information last updated 12:16pm, Tuesday 3rd February.

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Most recent flood warnings and alerts for South Somerset Rivers, Upper Reaches

Flood Warning Area Details

Rivers Parrett and Isle and tributaries

Region: Wessex

Country: England

Counties covered: Dorset Council, Somerset

Watercourses covered: River Parrett, River Isle

Area covered by this alert location

The area bounded in blue on the map shows the area covered by flood alerts and warnings for South Somerset Rivers, Upper Reaches.

Note: the area shown on the map is the area covered by flood alerts and warnings. It is not a live map of current flooding. The area covered broadly equates to the area where the risk of flooding in any year is greater than 1% (the "hundred year" flood risk).

Other Nearby Flood Warning Locations

River Isle from Chard Reservoir to Hambridge not including Ilminster
Chard Reservoir to Donyatt including Sea and the Eames Farm area at Ashwell, Cad Road, Isle Brewers and the Underhill area near Hambridge

No current or recent warnings.

River Parrett (upper) at Thorney and Kingsbury Episcopi
St Martins Church area in Kingsbury Episcopi and Thorney Bridge area

No current or recent warnings.

River Isle at Ashford Mill and Ilford Bridges
Ilford Bridges Farm at Ilford Bridges and Ashford Mill House, Ashford Farm and Old Farm and other properties around Ashford Lane

No current or recent warnings.

River Parrett (upper) from South Perrott to Thorney
South Perrott to Thorney including Gawbridge Mill and Farms around Town Tree Lane

No current or recent warnings.

River Yeo and River Parrett Moors, low lying properties around Muchelney
Low lying properties in Muchelney, Muchelney Ham and Thorney Moor

No current or recent warnings.

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