River Yeo and River Parrett Moors around Muchelney and Thorney

The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi pumping station has risen slightly to 8.096m but is expected to fall slowly. The drain level at the station is currently 6.954m and continues to drop. This Flood Alert remains in place due to anticipated rainfall from 4pm on Sunday, though today's weather is expected to stay mostly dry. Flooding will affect the road from Langport to Muchelney if this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the road from Muchelney to Long Load above 7.86m, the road from Muchelney to Thorney above 7.93m and the road from Muchelney to Draycott above 8.8m. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m. Pumping is taking place at Huish Episcopi pumping station. Pumping is continuing to clear water from the moors as quickly as possible and is under review. Staff are checking the condition of flood banks, spillways and weed screens. Please refer to @TravelSomerset for information on road closures. This message will be updated by 11am on 23/02/2025, or as the situation changes