A Flood Alert was issued for River Cole, Dorcan Brook and South Marston Brook in Oxfordshire, Swindon on 29th August 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Cole.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Cole at Lower Stratton rose 0.94m, peaking at 2.90m, while the River Ray at Water Eaton climbed 0.78m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels this afternoon may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from the afternoon of 29 August 2026 . Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible in the Covingham Drive area. Today's rainfall is expected to clear this evening, but further thundery showers are forecast over the next 24 hours which have the potential to be heavy at times. River levels are expected to fall again this evening, but may rise again in response to heavy rainfall. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded . This message will be updated
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Stratton | River Cole | +0.94m | 2.90m |
| Water Eaton | River Ray | +0.78m | 1.74m |
| Highworth Bridge | South Marston Brook | +0.69m | 0.76m |
| Rodbourne | River Ray | +0.50m | 0.61m |
| Kestrel Drive | Dorcan Brook | +0.47m | 1.17m |
| Hannington Bridge | River Thames | +0.13m | 2.09m |
| Buscot Lock | River Thames | +0.06m | 0.17m |