Flood Alerts Declared Across South East England

Official flood alerts were activated on Sunday for sections of West Sussex, East Sussex, and Kent, as Storm Darragh continues its path across the UK. Several waterways, specifically the River Adur, Cuckmere River, Combe Haven, Powdermill and Watermill streams, and the River Rother, have all been placed under alert. The Environment Agency (EA) indicated that these areas might receive up to 10mm of rainfall, which could result in minor flooding. The governmental body has urged residents in the affected regions to maintain vigilance until Tuesday. In West Sussex, the River Adur’s water levels are anticipated to rise, potentially causing low-level flooding on the A281 at Mock Bridge, situated close to Shermanbury. The EA communicated that local residents might observe some water accumulation in their gardens and across open fields. The Cuckmere River and its tributaries could impact roads, gardens, and fields located in Mill Lane, Station Road, Church Lane, and Church Road in Hellingly, East Sussex. Minor inundation from the River Combe has the potential to affect a small number of properties in Crowhurst. In Kent, water levels in the River Rother and its tributaries remain elevated, stretching from Turks Bridge to the Royal Military Canal. The EA has cautioned that flooding is a possibility on low-lying land, with further rainfall anticipated. For updates, BBC Sussex is available on Facebook, X, and Instagram. Story ideas can be submitted to southeasttoday@bbc.co.uk or by WhatsApp at 08081 002250. Copyright 2024 BBC. All rights reserved. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.