A Flood Alert was issued for Areas near the tidal River Welland, tidal River Nene, and the Wash in Cambridgeshire, Lincolnshire, Norfolk, Peterborough on 28th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Welland, River Nene, The Wash.
Local monitoring gauges did not record a significant level change for this event, which may indicate a precautionary or rainfall-forecast-based alert.
Environment Agency advice issued
There is no longer a threat of flooding. Tidal conditions are expected to improve and no flooding is expected. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. Stay away from floodwater; it may hide manholes, sewage and chemicals.