Groundwater flooding in West Ilsley, East Ilsley, Compton, Chilton and West Hagbourne

Groundwater levels are currently rising very slowly at our Hodcott borehole near West Ilsley, East Ilsley and Compton following rainfall over recent weeks. Groundwater levels are above normal for this time of year and have now reached a level where communities may be affected by groundwater flooding within the next few weeks. We expect levels to continue rising slowly over the coming week and levels will remain sensitive to further sustained rainfall. Low-lying land and roads will therefore continue to be at risk of flooding. Due to the nature of groundwater flooding, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer. We are continuing to monitor groundwater levels and will update this message next week, 21/01/2025, or as the situation changes.