Farndon River News Today

A FLOOD alert remains in place for the River Dee catchment as water levels rose again due to overnight rainfall. The Environment Agency says flooding between the Chester and Whitchurch area is still a possibility so residents should be prepared. However, it is not expecting that a flood warning will have to be issued. In its latest update, it said: "River levels at the Farndon River gauge on the River Dee are rising due to rainfall overnight. "Levels are expected to rise over the comi...

A FLOOD alert has been put in place for the River Dee following persistent overnight rain. The Environment Agency has warned of possible flooding affecting the rivers catchment area between Chester and Whitchurch. The river level is expected to peak at 8.2m and remain at that level over the coming days, which it is believed could "cut off" Townfield Lane in Farndon. At this stage the Environment Agency does not expect to issue a flood warning, but residents should be prepared. In an u...