Flood warning for River Anker at Mancetter, Witherley and Atherstone

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River levels have risen at the Mancetter river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of property is possible from 07:45 this morning, Tuesday 02 January 2024.

Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to rise until 01:00 on Wednesday 03 January 2024.

Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast and clearing weed screens.

Please move family, pets, possessions, valuables and cars to safety and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. And take photographs of any flood damage

This message will be updated this afternoon, Tuesday 02 January 2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood warning area: River Anker at Mancetter, Witherley and Atherstone including Lodge Close in Mancetter, Bridge Lane and Riverside in Witherley, Royal Meadow Drive, Ratcliffe Road and Aldermill Business Park in Atherstone.

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