River Severn levels remain high but are "falling steadily" warn Environment Agency in latest Shropshire flood alert
River levels remain high but are "falling steadily" following recent flooding and heavy rainfall across the county, The Environment Agency has said.
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The agency's latest update warns that flooding continues in the region today (October 22) and that Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge and Bridgnorth may be affected.
The EA added that access to properties along Riverside in Bridgnorth may also still be affected after flooding caused disruption in the town.
River levels are expected to remain high until tomorrow (Wednesday, October 23). However, no further heavy rainfall is forecasted over the next 48 hours.
The Buildwas river gauge peaked at 5.1 metres at 2:15pm on Saturday, October 19. Bridgnorth river levels peaked at 4.4m at 7pm on the same day.
The Environment Agency continues to monitor the situation, and staff are checking the condition of flood defences.
An update said: "River levels remain high but are falling steadily at the Buildwas river gauge following recent heavy rainfall. Flooding continues.
"We expect flooding to affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Shrewsbury to Upper Arley. Locations that may be affected are Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge and Bridgnorth and access to properties along Riverside in Bridgnorth.
"We expect river levels to remain high until Wednesday, October 23. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours.
"We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking the condition of defences.
"Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. "
