The Environment Agency has updated the flood alert for Herefordshire, with the River Wye now expected to reach levels higher than was earlier predicted.
Originally, levels were expected to peak between 3.8 metres and 4 metres in Hereford, but that has since been upgraded.
The Environment Agency is now saying:
“River levels are forecast to rise at the Hay-On-Wye river gauge as a result of Storm Barra. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected today 08/12/21.
“We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads along the River Wye from Hay on Wye to Ross on Wye. Other locations that may be affected include the A438, Byford, Bredwardine and Hereford.
“Predicted peaks:- Hay on Wye 2.8m to 3.0m overnight tonight, Bredwardine 4.8m to 5.2m Thursday morning, Belmont 4.6m to 5.0m Thursday afternoon, Old Wye Bridge 4.0m to 4.5m Thursday afternoon, Mordiford 4.1m to 4.6m Thursday afternoon.
“Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high into the weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 09:00 on 09/12/21, or as the situation changes.”
