Flood Warning: Groundwater flooding in East Kent

Message Last Updated:
2024-05-09 16:57:00

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

Although, groundwater levels in East Kent have shown a slow but steady decline since mid-April, the Alkham Bourne and the Nailbourne between Lyminge and Littlebourne are still flowing. At this point in time, localised flooding still continues to affect low-lying land, roads, and water infrastructure around the Elham Valley, Alkham and Petham. Other communities in East Kent may also still be impacted. Please avoid walking or driving through flood water. As of Thursday 9th May 2024, the forecast is for drier conditions followed by what could be showers next week.

We continue to monitor 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 17th May 2024. Search 'Kent Groundwater situation' on gov.uk for more information.