Flood warning in place for Bersted on the Aldingbourne Rife

A statement on the Government’s flood alert website warns that river levels are ‘high and rising’ on the Aldingbourne Rife, following nearly a month’s rainfall over the past week and 20mm Thursday night and this morning (Friday).

Flooding was expected from 6pm this evening.

Locations to be affected will include fields, gardens and rural roads through Shripney and Bersted, as well as Riverside Caravan Park, Rowan Park Caravan Site and the Tescos Car Park, according to the alert.

With heavy showers expected from 4am on Saturday morning, and further widespread rain from 4pm on Saturday, river levels will rise further and remain high on Sunday.

A spokesman said: “Some roads may become impassable, please plan to avoid driving through routes vulnerable to flooding.

“We are running our pumps at Felpham and keeping grilles clear to help reduce the risk of flooding.”

See the message in full here.

Bognor and the surrounding areas have already been affected by flooding today – see photos here.

Here are the latest travel updates for anyone planning a journey this evening.