A Flood Alert was issued for Rase and Upper Ancholme in Lincolnshire on 13th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Rase, River Ancholme.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Till at Squires Bridge rose 2.42m, peaking at 3.44m, while the Barlings Eau at Langworth climbed 1.24m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels this morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from the morning of 13 March 2026 . This means that the river levels have risen in the Rase and Upper Ancholme catchments, leading to flooding of low-lying land and roads close to the river. No significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days, however we expect the river to remain high throughout today and tomorrow and flooding to gardens, driveways or outhouses is possible close to the river. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water Avoid lo
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Squires Bridge | River Till | +2.42m | 3.44m |
| Langworth | Barlings Eau | +1.24m | 1.66m |
| Brigg | River Ancholme | +1.17m | 1.93m |
| Bishopbridge | River Rase | +0.92m | 1.11m |
| Market Rasen | River Rase | +0.24m | 0.39m |
| Nettleham | Nettleham Beck | +0.22m | 0.43m |