Flood Warning Issued For Isle of Wight

Thanks to Vectis 4×4 Response Group for sending through details of this Flood Warning just issued by the Environment Agency.

Flood warning signLangbridge and Alverstone on the Eastern Yar
Following up to 18mm of rainfall this morning, river levels are still rising, levels are expected to peak this afternoon, causing localised flooding in Langbridge and Alverstone.

Further rain is forecast this evening so levels may remain high overnight and on Tuesday.

Eastern Yar and tributaries from Whitwell to Bembridge
River levels are rising in the upstream areas of the Eastern Yar near Alverstone following up to 18 mm of rainfall this morning.

No Significant rain is forecast for the rest of the day, but further rain is expected overnight and into Tuesday morning.

Call Floodline on 0845 988 1188 and enter Quickdial number 0121221 to get more information