Somerset Council continues to work alongside emergency services
Somerset Council continues to work alongside emergency services, health colleagues, the Environment Agency, local voluntary organisations and other key partners in response to the county’s latest flooding incident.
Multi-agency meetings have been held over the weekend as the response to the impact of Storm Chandra and subsequent rainfall are monitored and a state of preparedness is maintained.
Emergency Response and Recovery Team
The major incident remains in place with further rain expected. A yellow Met Office warning is in place from Monday into Tuesday – and flooding of homes is possible, particularly in the Moorland, Saltmoor and Currymoor areas alongside some areas of south Somerset, though currently the situation remains stable.
The Council has redeployed staff from their usual duties to support the incident response.
Avon and Somerset Police officers are patrolling in the area throughout the weekend with officers from a variety of agencies also on stand‑by and ready to be deployed.
To view previous updates, visit the Council’s Newsroom archive.
Latest update and advice for residents
- Water levels have not increased significantly overnight; however, further rainfall is forecast into next week, with a yellow weather warning in place from Monday into Tuesday. Details are available on the Met Office’s UK weather warnings page.
- Officers from Avon and Somerset Police and Somerset Council are on the ground supporting residents.
- Residents are not currently being advised to evacuate but should remain prepared in case the situation worsens.
- Residents are encouraged to consider whether they could stay with friends or family, or whether insurance could support alternative accommodation.
- If evacuation is required, residents will be contacted by police, Somerset Council staff, or through an Environment Agency flood warning.
- Plans are in place to open rest centres if needed.
- Anyone choosing to stay elsewhere is asked to inform the Council on 0300 123 2224.
Anyone affected by flooding is encouraged to report it using the Council’s flood reporting form.
In an emergency residents should always call 999 immediately.
Environment Agency update
There are currently 5 Flood Warnings and 11 Flood Alerts in place across Somerset. Catchments and river levels remain very sensitive to rainfall.
The Environment Agency continues to respond to incidents in Wiltshire and Dorset, where groundwater levels have risen to record highs. Early action on the Somerset Levels means the Agency can continue supporting local communities while deploying resources to areas under pressure.
Between 6–10mm of rain has fallen in south Somerset over the past 12 hours. River levels remain high and are being closely monitored.
Environment Agency pumps continue to operate where river levels allow. The Bridgwater and Taunton Canal continues to be used as a relief channel.
Monksleaze Clyse is being opened to move water through the system and reduce the impact of high tides next week. This will help lower levels on the River Tone and reduce flows into Currymoor.
Contingency pumps have been installed at Aller Drove and the Westonzoyland Flood Alleviation Schemes.
Works have begun to remove flow restrictions in the North Moor Main Drain. These works are already making a difference, with water reaching pumping stations more quickly.
Staff remain on the ground inspecting assets to ensure they are fully operational.
Advice for communities
For safety reasons, people are advised not to walk or drive through floodwater.
Anyone experiencing property flooding should report it as soon as possible via the Environment Agency Incident Hotline on 0800 80 70 60.
For welfare needs, including animal welfare, residents should contact Somerset Council on 0300 123 2224.
Avon and Somerset Police update
Officers are patrolling key areas and visiting addresses vulnerable to flooding.
“We acknowledge our communities are at a higher state of anxiety now, and our role is to make residents feel safe, provide a reassuring presence, and support emergency services if evacuation is needed.
We will have a heightened presence in the areas at greatest risk and ensure those locations remain safe in the potential absence of residents.
Residents will continue to see us on patrols, and we will keep people informed and escalate any concerns they share with us.
We remain committed to working alongside partner agencies and encourage people to follow official guidance and advice.”
NHS Somerset update
- For health advice, visit nhs.uk or call 111.
- Clinicians can provide guidance and arrange call‑backs if required.
- Somerset has 90 community pharmacies offering clinical advice and prescriptions for common conditions under the Pharmacy First service.
- The local mental health service offers a 24/7 helpline via Mindline Somerset: 0800 138 1692 or 01823 276892.
- Urgent treatment centres are available in Frome, Glastonbury, Shepton Mallet, Chard, Bridgwater, Minehead, and Yeovil.
If you have an emergency, call 999 or visit A&E.
Highways updates
Clear‑up work continues. Most main roads are clear, but some minor roads remain impassable.
The A361 and several Moors and Levels roads remain closed until water recedes. Drivers should not attempt to drive through closures.
Recent weather has caused a high number of road defects. Report issues via the Council’s Report a problem on the road page.
Waste collections
If a collection is missed due to weather, leave bins out for crews to return the next day. Updates will be shared on social media.
Schools
For the latest school closure information, visit the Council’s School closures page.
Preparing for flooding
- Sign up for flood warnings at gov.uk/get-flood-warnings
- Call Floodline on 0345 988 1188 for updates or to report flooding
- Visit gov.uk/prepare-for-flooding or somersetprepared.org.uk for advice
- Call 999 if there is a risk to life
Report flooding to:
- Environment Agency (main rivers or sea): 0800 80 70 60
- Somerset Council (ordinary watercourses): 0300 123 2224
- Wessex Water (sewers): 0345 600 4600
Weather forecast
Unsettled weather continues with yellow warnings in place Monday to Tuesday.
Today: Breezy with rain moving across the region. Sunnier spells later. Max 10°C.
Tonight: Dry with clear spells in the west. Frost and fog possible. Min -2°C.
Monday: Cloud lifting in the east. Rain arriving in the west. Max 10°C.
Outlook: Low pressure continues with further rain and possible isolated flooding.
Additional advice for residents
Advice and guidance can be found on the Council’s Flooding information and advice page.
If there is serious risk to life due to flooding always call 999.
Anyone leaving their home due to flooding should take any required medication with them.
Do not drive through flood water. More information is available on Somerset Road Safety’s Adverse weather conditions page.
Reporting problems
To report flooding or blocked drains on a road, use the report a problem on a road form.
If your property is owned by the Council and has been affected, visit the Housing repairs page or call 0300 123 2224.
For urgent housing needs, contact Somerset Council housing team on 0800 123 2224.
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