Mapped - Large parts of Bristol issued with flood warnings as UK braces for Storm Ciaran - Bristol Live

Experts have warned large parts of Bristol to be prepared for flooding as the UK braces for Storm Ciaran's arrival. The Met Office has issued a double-weather warning for wind and rain across the region tomorrow (November 1) and Thursday.

Meanwhile, the Environment Agency (EA) has issued a flood alert in Bristol, with a map showing water levels could rise along the River Avon.

The alert covers the Tidal River Avon at Bristol, Pill, Hotwells, St Anne's and Shirehampton. It states that 'flooding is possible' and residents should 'be prepared'.

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The alert says: "Flooding is possible in this area. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.

"Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.

"Flood alert area: Tidal River Avon from Sea Mills to Conham in Bristol and between the Avonmouth Bridge and Shirehampton Park including Pill and Shirehampton."

(Image: The Environment Agency)

The first Met Office warning for heavy rain is in place from 6pm tomorrow until 11.59pm on Thursday. Meanwhile, the warning for 'very strong and potentially damaging winds' is in place from 9pm tomorrow until 11.59pm on Thursday.

A flood alert is the least severe of the EA warnings. However, officials still remind people to prepare as flooding remains possible.

If you haven’t already done so, you should:

• sign up for flood warnings
• keep up to date with the latest flood risk situation - call Floodline on 0345 988 1188 or follow @EnvAgency and #floodaware on Twitter for the latest flood updates
• have a bag ready with vital items like insurance documents and medications in case you need to leave your home
• check you know how to turn off your gas, electricity and water mains supplies
• plan how you'll move family and pets to safety

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2023-10-31 08:18:00Z
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