Sandbags in a shed

Be prepared for flooding and disruption say Isle of Wight council

With heavy rain forecast this weekend, the Isle of Wight Council is encouraging residents to prepare for possible isolated flooding on the Island.

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning valid from 9pm tonight (Friday), until 9am tomorrow and midnight Saturday until 3pm Sunday. 

Possible flooding
Residents are being warned the Island could see heavy rain leading to possible travel disruption and isolated flooding of homes and businesses.

Island Roads are currently ensuring the strategic sandbag locations are fully stocked and accessible to the public should the need arise.

Find out more
For further advice on preparing for a flood, what to do during and after a flood including key contact numbers and details of the strategic sandbag locations, visit the council’s Website.


News shared by Isle of Wight council press office, in their own words. Ed