21 flood alerts issued across London as Met Office warns more snow is on its way

Residents in London are on high alert as flood warnings have been issued for several areas across the city.

Following days of persistent rainfall and rising river levels, authorities have flagged potential risks in low-lying neighbourhoods, particularly those near the River Thames and its tributaries.

The Environment Agency has classified the situation as "medium risk," advising residents in affected zones to prepare for possible flooding.

Commuters are also being warned of possible disruptions to public transport, as water levels could impact underground stations and roadways.

Londoners are being urged to check local updates and travel advisories before heading out.

The flood alerts follow several weather warnings for snow, ice, and rain in London last week.

Another warning for snow will be in force between 9am and midnight tomorrow (Wednesday 8th January.)

Forecasts are predicting sleet and snow will fall over parts of South London on Wednesday afternoon.

According to the Government’s flood alert service, these are the areas most at risk in London.

• Colne Brook at Ivor and Colnbrook
• Chertsey Bourne
• Hoe Stream
• Lower River Colne and Frays River
• Lower River Medway
• Lower River Wey
• Middle River Roding
• River Darent from Westerham to Dartford
• River Mole and its tributaries from Kinnersley Manor to South Hersham
• Rivers Eden and Eden Brook
• River Thames at Thames Ditton Island
• River Thames at Trowlock Island
• River Thames from Datchet to Shepperton Green
• River Thames from Hampton and Thames Ditton to Teddington
• River Thames from Shepperton to Molesey
• The Mardyke to the River Thames at Purfleet-on-Thames
• The Rivers Wid and Can
• Tidal Thames riverside from Putney Bridge to Teddington Weir
• Upper River Wey
• Upper Roding
• Windle Brook and Hale, Mill and Addlestone Bournes

You can see the full list of flood alerts for London and the rest of the UK by clicking here.

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