September Flooding Event – Tewkesbury Borough Council

Posted on: 23 September 2024

First published on Monday, 23.09.24 at 15:45

An Amber rain warning was issued for many areas of the country, including south-west England and the West Midlands.

The warning is currently active and began at 08:16 (BST) on Monday 23 September and will remain in effect until 21:00 (BST) on Monday 23 September.

Heavy rain is expected to cause flooding and traffic disruption.

• Spray and flooding are likely to cause difficult driving conditions and some road closures
• Delays and some cancellations of train and bus services are likely
• Homes and businesses could be flooded, causing damage to some buildings
• Power outages and loss of other services likely in some homes and businesses
• The possibility that some communities will be cut off from the outside world by flooded streets

Where to get sandbags:

If your home is at risk of flooding, sandbags can be obtained from your local town or parish council. Additional supplies are available from our depot on Lower Lode Lane in Tewkesbury.

Our priority is the most vulnerable and our staff will visit the affected areas. Ubico is also on site to deliver sandbags if needed.

It is extremely important to note that our emergency sandbags are designed to protect doorways only. Placing sandbags in driveways, gardens and garages will only deplete supplies.

How to access real-time information

We will continue to share updates on our social media channels throughout the week, from road information to weather reports.

You can sign up to receive flood information directly by phone, SMS or email at:

You can view all current road closures on the highway’s website: Current road closures | Motorways (gloucestershire.gov.uk)

Our social media feeds, especially X and further on facebook. will also include the latest relevant information from the sources above, as well as the Met Office and more.

Are you ready?

If you suspect your home may be affected by flooding, you will find a useful document on our website to help you prepare. Are you ready? Brochure.pdf (tewkesbury.gov.uk)

We are here to help

On our website you will find a wealth of information to help you in the event of flooding. Flooding – Tewkesbury Borough Council You can also call us and speak to our flood advisors at 01684 295010 (or outside business hours 01684295010 .