A Flood Alert was issued for Eastern Yar in Isle of Wight between 25th and 26th February 2026. Affected watercourses included the Eastern Yar.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Monktonmead Brook at Monkton Mead rose 0.73m, peaking at 1.19m, while the Eastern Yar at Burnt House climbed 0.24m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 27 February 2026 as a lot of rain is forecast (7-17mm). River levels at Sandown are steadily falling but forecast rain from Thursday evening 26/02/2026 through to Friday morning could increase water levels. Flooding could affect low lying land, roads, cycle tracks and footpaths close to the river. At Langbridge and Alverstone, the river will be close to bank full. If thresholds at Sandown will be reached, flooding of Golf Links Road and Moreton Common Road may occur from early morning on Friday 27/02/2026. Ditches around
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monkton Mead | Monktonmead Brook | +0.73m | 1.19m |
| Burnt House | Eastern Yar | +0.24m | 1.15m |
| Sandown | Eastern Yar | +0.21m | 1.25m |
| Alverstone | Eastern Yar | +0.18m | 2.59m |
| St Johns | Monktonmead Brook | +0.10m | 2.66m |
| Budbridge | Eastern Yar | +0.07m | 0.29m |