MULTIPLE red flood warnings and amber alerts have been issued across Somerset, including for the River Tone, after a yellow rain warning was issued as Storm Claudia hits.
According to the Met Office, Storm Claudia is expected to bring heavy rain on Friday into early Saturday that may lead to “some flooding and disruption” in Somerset and North Somerset.
Accumulations of 30-50mm are expected quite widely, with some places receiving 60-80mm, and in excess of 100mm.
READ MORE: Met Office issues Storm Claudia warning alongside flood alert in Somerset
Red “Flooding is expected” warnings in place
Chew Stoke Stream and River Chew at Chew Stoke and Chew Magna
Last updated at 4.24pm on November 14, the warning states that “higher river levels are expected to cause flooding” over the next 24 hours.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Chew Stoke Stream, River Chew, with low-lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Mill Lane, properties on The Street and access to School Lane and Chew Stoke primary school in Chew Stoke.
The warning states that “water will be deep and fast flowing” at the fords on Mill Lane and Pilgrims Way.
Flooding will also affect Dumpers Lane, Tunbridge Close and Tunbridge Road in Chew Magna.
Flood warning area: Home Orchard, School Lane, Mill Lane, The Street, Pilgrims Way, Quarry Hay, Bristol Road and Bilbie Road in Chew Stoke and Dumpers Lane, Madams Paddock, Tunbridge Close and Tunbridge Road in Chew Magna.
Winford Brook at Chew Magna
Last updated at 12.24pm on November 14, the warning states that flooding is expected “imminently” as river levels continue to rise.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Winford Brook. Areas most at risk include the road at The Batch and Streamleaze.
Conditions are expected to improve from Saturday, 15, and another update will be issued at 8pm on November 14.
Flood warning area: Chew Magna Reservoir to the River Chew including Dark Lane, Battle Lane, Spratts Bridge, Streamleaze, Silver Street, Streamside, Butham Lane, The Batch, Lower Batch and Norton Lane.
Amber “Flooding is possible” alerts in place
River Tone Catchment
Last updated at 5.13pm on November 14, high river levels are expected to lead to flooding on November 14 and 15.
Locations most likely to be affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Areas most at risk include roads around Hillfarrance, Bradford on Tone, Lane End Road at Ham and the Creech St Michael to Henlade road. Bradford on Tone ringbanks will be bankfull.
Rainfall and river levels will be monitored over the next 24 hours and an update will be issued by 11am on November 15 or as the situation changes.
The alert states: “Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.”
Flood alert area: River Tone from Clatworthy Reservoir to Currymoor, the Hillfarrance Brook, the Halsewater Stream and other tributaries in the River Tone catchment.
West Somerset Streams
Last updated at 2.23pm on November 14, high river levels over the next two days may lead to flooding.
The alert states: “River levels have risen in response to heavy rainfall overnight and this morning. Flooding is possible during the rest of today and tomorrow along the Washford River.”
Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Further rainfall is forecast today, with a drier outlook forecast over the weekend.
An update will be provided at 2pm on November 15 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: Horner Water, River Aller, Washford River and the Hawkcombe, Monksilver and Doniford Streams and tributaries.
Bristol Frome Catchment
Rising river levels may lead to flooding according to an update issued at 3.37pm on November 14.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Bristol Frome, Bristol Floating Harbour, with low-lying land and roads expected to be most affected. Areas most at risk include St John's Way in Chipping Sodbury and Damson Bridge. Drier conditions are forecast from Saturday, and conditions will begin to improve.
The alert states: “We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue further alerts and warnings if required.
“Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and consider activating any flood protection products you may have.”
An update will be provided at 12pm on November 15 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: Bristol Frome, Ladden Brook, River Trym and tributaries between Chipping Sodbury and Tytherington to Bristol Floating Harbour and the Bristol Avon.
North Somerset Area
Last updated at 5.40pm on November 14, high river levels today may lead to flooding, according to the alert.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Congresbury Yeo , with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around roads at Wrington and Iwood.
Further flooding is possible this evening and overnight, as river levels rise in response to recent rainfall. Further showers are forecast this evening, with the weekend forecast mostly dry.
The alert writes: “We are closely monitoring the situation.
“Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.”
An update will be provided at 2.30pm on November 15 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: Rivers in North Somerset, including Congresbury Yeo, Cheddar Yeo, Axe and tributaries.
River Axe Area
Last updated at 4.30pm on November 14, rising river levels may lead to flooding after heavy rainfall is seen in the area on November 14.
This has caused river levels to rise, and flooding is possible on the afternoon of Friday, 14th November and into Friday evening, with areas in South Somerset such as Chard to be impacted.
Rainfall and river levels are being monitored alongside weather conditions, and an update is expected at 5pm on November 15 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: Rivers Axe, Coly, Yarty, Umborne Brook and coastal streams from Branscombe to Axmouth.
River Chew Catchment
Last updated at 12.09pm on November 14, rising river levels on November 14 may lead to flooding over the next 24 hours.
The alert details that levels are now rising rapidly and flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Chew, Winford Brook, and Chew Stoke Stream, with low-lying land and roads expected to be most affected.
Areas most at risk include the fords on Mill Lane and Pilgrims Way in Chew Stoke and The Batch and Dumpers Lane in Chew Magna.
Further rain is forecast, and levels are expected to continue rising. Conditions are expected to improve on Saturday, 15.
An update will be provided at 8pm on November 14 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: River Chew from Chew Stoke to Keynsham, Chew Stoke Stream and Winford Brook.
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