Shropshire Flooding: River Severn continues to rise following recent storms
Recent storms Dudley, Eunice and Franklin have led to river levels rising in Shropshire with flood barriers deployed in Shrewsbury and Ironbridge.
The Environment Agency has issued a Severe Flood Warning for Ironbridge, due to extremely high river levels on the River Severn that are threatening to over-top flood barriers.
Roads around the county are flooded with Smithfield Road, Coton Hill, Coleham Head and Berwick Road in Shrewsbury closed. Several car parks are also closed.
The River Severn at Shrewsbury is expected to peak at Welshbridge between 4.7 to 5.2m on Tuesday afternoon.
A predicted Peak at Buildwas is expected between 6.6 and 7.0m on Tuesday night.
In Bridgnorth, a predicted peak of between 5m to 5.5m is expected on Wednesday.
The River Teme in Ludlow also has a flood warning.
An Environment Agency spokesperson said: "We are urging extra vigilance over the coming days due to the risk of flooding.
"This follows heavy rain over recent days which has caused rivers to rise.
"While this is normal for the time of year, we have put up demountable and temporary barriers at several locations, to protect homes and businesses from the devastating impact of flooding
"You can check your flood risk, sign up for free flood warnings and keep up to date with the latest situation at https://www.gov.uk/check-flood-risk, call Floodline on 0345 988 1188 or follow @EnvAgencyMids on Twitter for the latest flood updates."
Shropshire Flood Situation
The Environment Agency has issued a number of flood warnings and alerts for Shropshire.
Severe Flood Warning
Danger to life:
- River Severn at the Wharfage, Ironbridge
Flood Warnings
Flooding is expected:
- River Vyrnwy at Maesbrook
- River Vyrnwy at Melverley
- River Severn at Pentre
- River Severn at Shrawardine, Montford Bridge and Mytton
- River Severn at Shrewsbury
- River Severn at the Showground and The Quarry, Shrewsbury
- River Severn at Ironbridge and Jackfield
- River Severn at Bridgnorth
- River Severn at Hampton Loade and Highley
- River Severn at Quatford
- River Severn at Upper Arley
- River Teme at Leintwardine and Walford
- River Teme at Ludlow
- River Teme at Stanford Bridge
Flood Alerts
Flooding is possible:
- Severn Vyrnwy confluence
- River Severn in Shropshire
- Ledwyche Brook and River Rea
- Lower Teme
- Upper Teme
- Rea Brook and Cound Brook
- River Dee catchment in England from Whitchurch to Chester
- River Worfe
- Tern and Perry catchments
For the latest flood alerts and warnings see
https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/alerts-and-warnings?q=Shropshire#alerts
Footpath closures
Shrewsbury
- Greyfriars Bridge to The Weir
- The Pig trough to West Midland Showground
- New Street to The Stew/Frankwell Riverside Car Park
Road Closures
Shrewsbury
- Smithfield Road
- Coton Hill
- Chester Street
- Cross Street
- Berwick Road
- Old Coleham
- Victoria Avenue
- Longden Coleham
- Coleham Head
- Sydney Avenue
- Gravel Hill Lane
- Atcham to Cross Houses and Chiltern Farm Lane
- Coleham Head Lane Closure into Town Centre
- Williams Way
- Raven Meadows at the Roushill side
- Roushill
Ironbridge
- The Wharfage, Ironbridge
- The Lloyds, Ironbridge
- Jackfield Road
- Ferry Road, Jackfield
Bridgnorth
- Southwell Riverside
- Severnside South Road and The Boat Yard
- Doctors Lane
- Severn Terrace
- Quayside
- Riverside and Friars Street
Other Areas
- Cressage to Eaton Constantine
- Long Lane, Craven Arms
- Bridge Street, Clun
- Church Street, Clun
Car Parks Closed
Shrewsbury
- Frankwell Main
- Frankwell Riverside
- St Julians Friars
- Ravens Meadows multi-storey closed due to power outage
Ironbridge
- The Wharfage
Bridgnorth
- Riverside car park
- Riverside West elevated car park
Any displaced resident permit holders holding a valid permit may park on Innage Lane Car Park or Severn Street Car Park during the road closures.
Bus Services
Shrewsbury
Shrewsbury bus station is currently closed due to flood risk, temporary bus terminus points are located at:
- New Park Road nr Beacalls Lane
- Abbey Foregate Car Park
- Outside Theatre Severn in Frankwell
Car parking in Shrewsbury is limited, the Park & Ride service is the best option for heading into Shrewsbury town centre.
Ironbridge
Services 8 & 18 will not be able to serve Dale End Car park stop in Ironbridge, passengers from there should wait by the mini island adjacent to the Coop Jackfield.
Train Services
Transport for Wales and West Midlands Railway are urging passengers to check before travelling.
Bill Kelly, Wales & Borders route director for Network Rail, said: “This weekend’s weather has been one of the most challenging for the railway in recent years. As the huge clean-up from Storm Eunice was coming to an end, we find ourselves in the midst of a third major storm, which is likely to bring even more damage and disruption.
“I would like to thank everyone for their patience and ask that passengers please check their journey before setting off.”
