Cinderford Brook & River Lyd

A flood alert has been issued by the Environment Agency.

Flood alert in force: Rivers in the Forest of Dean

Flooding is possible for: River Lyd and Cinderford Brook

Rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding.

Flooding is possible on 14 November 2025.

Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Gloucester to Chepstow. Other locations that may be affected include Westbury and Lydney.

We are closely monitoring the situation.

Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.

Be prepared

You should:

go to Check for flooding to see a map of the area and monitor up-to-date local flood information get ready to act on your personal flood plan if you have one follow the guidance in what to do before or during a flood

You can also read more about what flood alerts are.

Stay up to date

To get the latest flood information, you can:

go to Check for flooding monitor local weather, news and travel updates call Floodline on 0345 988 1188, using quick dial code 209025

Cinderford Town Council’s Emergency Councillors are Cllr Turner 07919557872, Cllr Flower 07497435290 and Cllr Charlton Wright 01594 823436.