Flood Warning Issued for Curry Moor and Hay Moor in Somerset

Source: Environment Agency · Somerset

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The Environment Agency has issued a flood warning for Curry Moor and Hay Moor as the River Tone remains at high levels, leading to road closures and active pumping operations.

What this Environment Agency flood warning tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by Environment Agency on March 2, 2026 and geographically references Somerset. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken — "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to — Flood Warnings — determines the regulatory framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, recalls, evacuations) are available to affected individuals and who holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for Curry Moor and Hay Moor. This alert indicates that flooding is expected and immediate action may be required.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the Curry Moor and Hay Moor areas within the Wessex region of Somerset. Impact is centered around the River Tone. Currently, Cutts Road and New Road remain closed due to conditions, while the Athelney spillway is not running and the A361 remains open.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers are advised to avoid driving through flood water. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation, including flood banks, spillways, and sluices. Residents should stay informed by checking the latest river and sea levels via official government services.

Expected Conditions

The River Tone level at the Currymoor pumping station is currently recorded at 7.38m and is stable. Water is expected to enter Currymoor via the Hookbridge spillway if levels rise above 7.45m. The drain level at the Currymoor pumping station is 6.51m and falling.

To manage water levels, the agency is pumping at Northmoor and Saltmoor with additional mobile pumps deployed at both stations. Pumping at Currymoor will continue as river levels permit.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 11:03 AM on February 28, 2026.

  • Saturday: Forecasted to be largely dry with scattered showers expected in the evening and overnight into Sunday.
  • Sunday: Showers are expected to clear to the East by Sunday afternoon.
  • Monday: Conditions are expected to be largely dry and more settled.

This message is scheduled to be updated by 1:00 PM on March 1, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Environment Agency flood warning.

What is this Environment Agency flood warning about?
The Environment Agency has issued a flood warning for Curry Moor and Hay Moor as the River Tone remains at high levels, leading to road closures and active pumping operations.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Environment Agency. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Somerset. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
Browse the full Flood Warnings feed on Areazine at areazine.com/uk/floods/ for the latest updates from Environment Agency and other agencies.