Latest Weather Update

In today’s update:

• Weather update
• Please don't drive through flood waters reminder
• Latest Road Closures and Re-openings
• Sandbags – what to do
• Flooding and mental health

Whilst the weather is still wet and with a level of uncertainty about the rain that Storm Ciarán could bring, we are continuing with our partners to be out on the ground monitoring river levels including those in priority areas that have seen flooding. We are continuing to support local residents and carry out recovery work.

The Environment Agency has issued one new flood alert for the Lower River Don catchment which means there is possible risk of flooding, however we are carefully monitoring river levels and ready to respond if need be.

River levels are relatively high and a number of roads remain closed due to floodwaters from Storm Babet. We are out every day inspecting road conditions and if any roads can be reopened or if any repair works are needed. This does take time and we are working around Doncaster as quickly as possible.

We have continued to use pumps in key areas and will continue to do so whilst the  Environment Agency continues to inspect flood defences and patrol embankments, check debris screens and remove obstructions.

We will be closely monitoring the weather and updates will be provided on MyDoncaster social media and website on any affects in Doncaster.

Reminder - please don't drive through floodwater!

A reminder to please do not drive through floodwaters and to be aware of hazards such as abandoned cars.

We know some cars had to be abandoned. If you had to leave your vehicle please do get in touch with us to arrange recovery as soon as you can. This will help us reopen up our roads safely and as soon as possible.

Current Road Closures and Re-openings

Please keep an eye on our live updates page or our Facebook page by searching 'Doncaster Council' for live updates around road closures and openings. 

The following roads are closed:

• Fordstead Lane, between Arksey and Barnby Dun
• Greys Bridge, Old Doncaster Road, Denaby
• Ferry Boat Lane, Old Denaby
• Pastures Road, Mexborough
• Plumtree Hill Road, Fishlake
• Jack Row Lane, Bramwith
• Woodhouse Green Lane, Bramwith
• Thorpe Bank, Thorpe in Balne

The following roads have now reopened:

• A6023 Low Road, Conisbrough
• Ling Field Road, Brodsworth
• Town End, Bentley
• A6203, Doncaster Road, Old Denaby
• Nursery Lane, Sprotbrough
• Low Lane, Kirk Bramwith
• Hound Hill Lane, Bolton on Dearne/Mexborough
• Pastures Lane, Mexborough
• Denaby Lane, Old Denaby
• Jubilee Bridge, Ferry Road, Thorne
• A631 Gainsbrough Road, Bawtry
• Bridge Hill, Stainforth
• Fishlake Nab, Fishlake

Sandbags - What to do

You may have received sandbags during Storm Babet with our teams dropping them off to properties in priority order.

Please do keep them for now given the rain is still with us and the weather forecast is unsettled.

Cleaning up safely, taking care of your mental health, and should you eat that? 

If your home or garden was affected by the recent flooding, there is some useful advice on the GOV.UK website for how to clean up safely, keep your children and pets safe, and work out if your food is safe to eat (you may have had to turn off your electricity, or flood waters may have got into your garden and onto crops you’re growing, which may make food unsafe to eat). 

Having your life disrupted by flooding, even if water didn’t enter your home, can be very distressing, and it is normal to notice changes in your thoughts and moods. If you need support with the emotional impacts of flooding, there is information on a range of available options here:

Mental health support

For the latest information on flood alerts & warnings in Doncaster, visit our webpage:

Local Flood Alerts

For the latest information and flood updates

• Please follow our social media accounts on Facebook & Twitter, @MyDoncaster, for the latest flooding updates, help and support for Doncaster.
• We will also be sending out email updates via our Emergency Planning mailing list, make sure you are signed-up here.
• You can also sign-up to receive flood warnings direct to your phone or email via Gov.uk

Please visit our flooding advice webpage for more information on how to prepare for flooding.

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