The Environment Agency has issued flood warnings today for the following parts of Meriden constituency:
River Blythe at Cheswick Green including Coppice Walk, Cheswick Way and Watery Lane areas
River Blythe at Barston, Temple Balsall and Bradnocks Marsh
River Blythe at Widney Manor, Brueton Park and Eastcote including Widney Manor Road, Oldway Drive, Riverside Drive and Henwood Lane
River Blythe at Molands Bridge
The Environment Agency added that successive bands of heavy rain could lead to flooding in the coming days across parts of the Midlands. Heavy rain falling on already saturated ground has led to some river flooding, and strong winds could worsen surface water flooding, as wind-blown leaves and debris can block road drainage.
Commenting, Meriden’s MP, Caroline Spelman, said: “The Environment Agency does a very good job issuing these warnings. Please take them seriously and don’t put your lives at risk. It is best to stay away from swollen rivers and not to drive through floodwater.”
To keep up to date with the latest Flood Warnings on the Environment Agency website, or sign up to free Flood Warnings which are sent automatically via text, phone or email, visit http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/floods/38289.aspx or call Flood Line on 0845 988 1188.
Environment Agency teams have been mobilised across the Midlands to check on flood defences, clear any river blockages and closely monitor river levels. These teams work around the clock to reduce the risk of flooding, and will be out in force over the coming days. Flood guidance is updated every 15 minutes at http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/homeandleisure/floods/31618.aspx. You can also follow the Environment Agency Midlands Region’s latest flood news on Twitter at @EnvAgencyMids.