River Severn at Hanley Road, Upton upon Severn

River levels remain high at the Saxons Lode river gauge because of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. We expect flooding to affect Hanley Road, Upton upon Severn. Predicted peak:- Saxons Lode 4.8m to 5.0m Wednesday afternoon, 11/12/2024. No significant rainfall is forecast. We expect river levels to remain high for several days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 11am on Thursday, 12/12/2024, or as the situation changes.