This flood alert is no longer in force
A Flood Alert has been issued by the Environment Agency for West Dorset Rivers and Streams.
Flooding is possible for: Rivers Lim, Char, Winniford, Simene, Brit, Asker, Mangerton and Bride.
River levels are forecast to rise in West Dorset Streams and this flood alert is issued for the River Char as a result of heavy rainfall that is forecast in a wet and saturated catchment. Consequently, flooding is possible from 8pm 21/11/2019 until tomorrow, 22/11/19.
Whilst flooding of properties is not forecast at this point, the agency are closely monitoring the situation.
To check the latest information for your area, visit the GOV.UK website to see the current flood warnings, view river and sea levels or check the 5-day flood risk forecast: flood-warning-information.service.gov.uk/target-area/111WAFWDRS
What you should consider doing now:
* Monitor local water levels and weather conditions.
* Get ready to act on your flood plan if you have one.
* Move your car or other vehicles to higher ground, if it is safe to do so.
* Prepare a flood kit of essential items including a torch with spare batteries, mobile phone and charger, warm clothes, home insurance documents, water, food, first aid kit and any prescription medicines or baby care items you may need.
* Check that you know how to turn off your gas, electricity and water mains supplies.
* In rural locations, farmers should consider moving livestock and equipment away from areas likely to flood.
* Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. 30 cm of fast-flowing water can move a car and 6 inches can knock an adult off their feet.
* Flood water is dangerous and may be polluted. Wash your hands thoroughly if you’ve been in contact with it.
