White Bridge
| Use attributes for filter ! | |
| Locations | Mysia |
|---|---|
| Bridge type | Arch bridge |
| Cross | Biga Stream |
| Construction end | 4th century |
| Materials | Brick |
| Marble | |
| Date of Reg. | |
| Date of Upd. | |
| ID | 2264153 |
About White Bridge
The White Bridge was a Roman bridge across the river Granicus in Mysia in the north west of modern-day Turkey. Presumably constructed in the 4th century AD, it belonged in Ottoman times to the important road to Gallipoli on the Dardanelles.
Cumbria flood warnings in place as heavy rain forecast
Heavy Rain is forecast to hit parts of Cumbria with Warnings that up to 250mm (9. 8 inches) could fall over The Next 24 hours.
The Met Office has issued an Amber - or medium Risk - Warning , which will be in place until 23:59 BST on Thursday .
It said The Rain may cause localised flooding and disruption.
Western and southern parts of The County look likely to be worst affected, according to the Environment Agency .
Flood Warnings - Meaning flooding is expected - Are in place for parts of Keswick and Grasmere, White Bridge and Stock Lane where river levels have Risen .
with Avanti West Coast advising passengers not to travel from stations in the north-west of England and Scotland before Friday.
Cumbria has already seen 12 Hours of heavy rainfall, according to the Met Office .
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Heavy Rain across Cumbria
Wednesday 1500 – Thursday 2359
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Cumbria Fire and Rescue Service said residents should " be alert to the dangers of flood water".
" Never enter flood water on foot or in a vehicle. Call 999 if life is At Risk - we're here to help, " The Service tweeted.
Stewart Mounsey, the Environment Agency 's flood Risk manager for Cumbria,
" We may see up to eight inches of rain over The Next 24 hours, which is why the Amber Warning is in place, " He Said .
" Consider a flood plan if you Are At Risk . What medication might you need? What furniture or valuables might need to be moved upstairs? Where Would You park your car to avoid damage?
" It's always better to Be Prepared than to get a shock.
" Environment Agency teams Are looking at what The Rain means for rivers and we've got a particular focus on that Amber area, which is western and southern parts of Cumbria.
" Our teams on the ground will be making sure flood defences work. It's a real challenge at This Time of year with leaves and debris getting into rivers. "
Mr Mounsey also advised motorists not to attempt to drive through flood waters and also urged people to Stay away from rivers as they Are likely to be swollen and fast-moving.
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