Flood Warning: Lower River Wear
Message Last Updated:
2026-01-12 08:58:00
Severity Last Changed:
2026-01-12 08:58:00
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on 12 January 2026
River levels are rising on the Lower River Wear due to a combination of recent rainfall and snow melt. Flooding is possible at riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads between 10:00AM and 19:00PM today 12/01/2026, particularly at Chester Le Street. The rain has now cleared but river levels are forecast to rise.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels .
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses .
This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 12 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
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