Flooding update - Wednesday, 8 January 2025
The flooding situation in Charnwood is improving, but a number of Environment Agency flood warnings and alerts remain in place.
Flood warnings mean flooding is expected in those areas. Flood alerts mean it is possible.
The number of flood warnings has dropped from 11 yesterday evening to three at 10.30am on Wednesday, 8 January.
No further rainfall is expected today, however, river levels do remain high and residents should still act with caution.
With temperatures dropping overnight and remaining low today, residents are urged to take extra care as surface water turns to ice. Leicestershire County Council gritters have been out but take extra care and stick to gritted routes.
Some more tips when travelling:
- Plan your journey before travelling. Maps indicating slower travel time could be due to flood water blocking the road.
- If you see flood water blocking your route, do not drive through it, as this is often deeper than you think. Do not go around road closure signs, find an alternative route.
- If you get stuck and it's an emergency, call 999 and contact your car insurance provider and recovery service if required.
The current warnings and alerts are summarised below.
More information: https://www.charnwood.gov.uk/news/2025/01/08/flooding_update_wednesday_8_january_2025_5pm
Posted: Wed, 8 Jan 2025 12:12 by Teresa Willson