The River Colne through Colchester, from the Avenue of Remembrance to Brook Street
Flood Warning Area
Area Details
- River / Sea
- Colne
- County
- Essex
- EA Area
- Essex
- Type
- warning
- Reference
- 051FWFEF4C2
What to Do
If a Flood Warning is active for this area, take immediate action:
- Move valuables and important documents upstairs
- Turn off gas, electricity, and water if safe to do so
- Move vehicles to higher ground
- Be prepared to evacuate if instructed
- Call 999 if in immediate danger
Nearby Flood Areas
The River Colne from Castle Hedingham to upstream of Halstead, including Sible Hedingham
Colne · Warning
The River Colne from Great Yeldham to Colchester, including Castle Hedingham, Sible Hedingham, Halstead, Earls Colne, Wakes Colne, Chappel and Fordstreet
Colne · Alert
The River Colne from Halstead to Lexden, including Wakes Colne
Colne · Warning
Riverside properties in Colchester, from Westway to East Street, including Lower Castle Park and the cricket ground
Colne · Warning
Flood Insurance for This Area
Properties in this flood warning area should ensure they have adequate flood insurance. The Flood Re scheme, backed by the government, ensures affordable cover for at-risk homes.