Flood Warning: Groundwater flooding in East Kent

Message Last Updated:
2024-05-02 15:03:00

Severity Last Changed:
2023-12-19 17:48:00

Groundwater levels in East Kent have shown a slow but steady decline during April. The Alkham Bourne and the Nailbourne between Lyminge and Littlebourne are still flowing. Localised flooding will continue to affect low-lying land, roads, and water infrastructure around the Elham Valley, Alkham and Petham. Other communities in East Kent may also be impacted. Please avoid walking or driving through flood water. As of Thursday 2 May, the forecast is for localised storms and showers over the weekend with drier conditions following by the middle of next week.

We are monitoring the situation and are working with local authorities and communities with the deployment of temporary defences, such as Canterbury City Council’s temporary defences in Barham and the Littlebourne Flood Relief channel. Our staff are maintaining and clearing key structures.

This message will be updated by 6pm on Friday 10th May 2024. Search 'Kent Groundwater situation' on gov.uk for more information.