A Flood Alert was issued for East Somerset Rivers in Somerset on 24th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Brue, River Sheppey, North Drain, South Drain.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Brue at Bruton Dam rose 2.28m, peaking at 2.63m, while the River Brue at Lovington climbed 1.15m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on Saturday 24 October from 7:30 PM. River levels are rising at Shepton Mallet, Garston Street, as a result of today's intense rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible until early Sunday morning (25/10/2026). Rain will continue into late Saturday evening but is expected to become less intense before easing during the early hours of Sunday. Drizzle and sunny intervals are then expected for the remainder of the day. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Take care and avoid walking, cycli
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bruton Dam | River Brue | +2.28m | 2.63m |
| Lovington | River Brue | +1.15m | 1.26m |
| Bruton Surgery | River Brue | +0.69m | 1.00m |
| Fenny Castle | River Sheppey | +0.66m | 0.82m |
| Wookey | River Axe | +0.51m | 0.99m |
| Shepton Mallet Garston Street | River Sheppey | +0.40m | 0.42m |
| Shepton Mallet Lower Lane | River Sheppey | +0.32m | 0.39m |
| North Drain | North Drain | +0.20m | 1.98m |
| Clyse Hole | River Brue | +0.10m | 0.29m |
| Bradney | Kings Sedgemoor Drain | +0.09m | 2.67m |