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Podmore Flooding

Norfolk • Live river level monitoring on Wendling Beck
1 monitoring station
1 river
2 warning areas
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Flood risk in Podmore today: Normal

No official flood warning is active nearby and the closest river stations are within normal ranges.

Updated 2026-08-24 00:09:40 UTC · Official GOV.UK warnings · Flood preparation & help guide

About Podmore
Surname list

Podmore is an English surname. Notable people with the surname include:Bill Podmore (1931–1994), English television producer Colin Podmore, British historian and Anglican lay leader Edgar Podmore (1918–2000), English footballer Frank Podmore (1856–1910), English writer George Podmore (1924−2005), Australian jockey Harry Podmore, English cricketer John Podmore, English politician

Source: Wikipedia
Flood Contacts
Floodline 24hr
0345 988 1188
Emergency
999
Wendling Beck 1 station
Wendling Beck ▬ Steady
23 Aug 20:00 • High: 1.80m
0.15m
Recent Flood Events
15 Aug 2026 11:27 Warning no longer in force
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15 Aug 2026 11:02 Warning no longer in force
Coast from Heacham to north of King's Lynn in Norfolk
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The north Norfolk coast from East Cley to Kelling Hard, including Salthouse
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The north Norfolk coast from Old Hunstanton, to and including Cley
Useful Links
Flood Monitoring in Podmore

Podmore is monitored by 1 Environment Agency river level station on the Wendling Beck, in Norfolk. Water levels are updated every 15 minutes, providing real-time flood monitoring for the area.

Monitoring Stations

The Wendling Beck is monitored by 1 station (Wendling Beck). Each station records water levels continuously, with data synced to FloodRadar every 5 minutes.

Flood Warning Areas

There are 2 Environment Agency flood warning areas within 10km of Podmore. When the EA issues a flood warning for any of these areas, it will appear on this page. These include: The Wendling Beck from Dereham to Worthing, including Gressenhall and Beetley; The River Wensum, from Fakenham to Swanton Morley.

Sewage Discharge Monitoring

There is 1 storm overflow within 5km of Podmore. None are currently discharging. Enable "Sewage" on the map above to see their locations.

What To Do During A Flood

If flooding is forecast in Podmore, call Floodline on 0345 988 1188 for the latest information. Move valuables upstairs, turn off gas and electricity if safe to do so, and avoid walking or driving through flood water. Sign up for flood warnings on any station page above to receive email alerts when water levels rise. For emergency numbers, a preparation checklist and insurance guidance, see our flood help & preparation guide.

Recorded floods near Podmore

Floods whose mapped extent (EA Recorded Flood Outlines) reached within ~5 km of the town centre — most recent first. See them on the map →

  • 2013-12-05 — 2013 Flood Outline (river)
  • 1993-11-14 — 1993 Fluival Flood Outline (river)
  • 1968-01-12 — 1968 September Flood Outline (river)
  • 1953-01-31 — 1953 Coast Flood Outline Norfolk (river)

Frequently asked questions

Is there flooding in Podmore today?

Current verdict: Normal. No official flood warning is active nearby and the closest river stations are within normal ranges.

Which rivers affect Podmore?

Podmore has river level monitoring on Wendling Beck — 1 monitoring station in total.

How do I check official flood warnings for Podmore?

Use the GOV.UK Check for Flooding service (check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk) or call Floodline on 0345 988 1188 (24 hours). You can also set up free FloodRadar email or browser alerts from any station page above.

What should I do during a flood warning?

Follow official advice: move valuables and vehicles to safety, never walk or drive through flood water, turn off gas and electricity if safe, and check on vulnerable neighbours. See our flood preparation guide at floodradar.co.uk/flood-help.

Has Podmore flooded before?

Yes — the Environment Agency's Recorded Flood Outlines dataset shows 3 recorded flood extents around the town centre since 1946, most recently in 2013. Absence of a record does not mean a place has never flooded. See the flood history link below.

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