More on KentOnline
Home Tunbridge Wells News Article
A flood alert has been issued for a river running through Kent.
The alert has come into force for the Upper River Medway in Tunbridge Wells and Penshurst.
Another alert for the River Eden has also been issued in Edenbridge, Chiddingstone, and Hever.
The Environment Agency warns flooding is possible in the areas after heavy rain.
People are being told to monitor local water levels and weather conditions, and avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding.
This follows a yellow weather warning for wind issued across the county yesterday.
The Met Office warned coastal routes, seafronts and coastal communities could be affected by spray and/or large waves, with gales of up to 50mph.