A Flood Alert has been issued by the Environment Agency for the Eastern Yar and tributaries from Whitwell to Bembridge.
Residents are warned to ‘Be prepared’ as flooding is possible in this area.
The warning reads:
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
To stay up to date with the automated warning, visit the EA Website.
