A Flood Alert was issued for Alconbury Brook in Cambridgeshire in Cambridgeshire, North Northamptonshire on 28th February 2026. Affected watercourses included the Alconbury Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Alconbury Brook at Alconbury Weston rose 1.07m, peaking at 1.60m, while the Alconbury Brook at Hamerton climbed 0.76m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 28 February 2026 . Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Areas most at risk are around Alconbury Brook at Hamerton, The Alconburys, Little Stukeley and Brampton. You are advised to move cars out of these flood risk areas. We are not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 01 Marc
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alconbury Weston | Alconbury Brook | +1.07m | 1.60m |
| Hamerton | Alconbury Brook | +0.76m | 1.94m |
| Kings Ripton | Bury Brook | +0.13m | 0.33m |
| Godmanchester | River Great Ouse | +0.07m | 0.45m |