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Flood Alert for River Darent

By Lisa Johnson Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council

Monday, 24 February 2025

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Horton Kirby & South Darenth Parish Council Contributor

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Flood alert for River Darent from Westerham to Dartford

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Updated 8:34am on 24 February 2025

Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible this morning, 24/02/2025.

No property flooding is expected.

Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads along the River Darent particularly around Westerham. The river level is expected to peak by midday. Weather conditions are expected to improve this afternoon and no further flooding is expected.

We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing debris from weed screens.

Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.

Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.

This message will be updated by 5 PM on 24/02/2025, or as the situation changes.

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Flood alert area: River Darent from Westerham to Dartford, including Brasted, Sundridge, Chipstead, Dunton Green, Otford, Eynsford and South Darenth.

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Contact Information

Lisa Johnson

  • 01322 865193

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Parish Office, The Village Hall, Horton Road, South Darenth, Dartford, Kent, DA4 9AZ

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Vanessa Maskery - Assistant Clerk