A Flood Alert was issued for River Rede in Northumberland on 24th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Rede.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Rede at Otterburn Mill rose 1.46m, peaking at 1.79m, while the River Rede at Otterburn climbed 1.10m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from the early hours of Sunday 25 October . Heavy rain is forecast overnight which may lead to flooding early tomorrow morning. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near the Otterburn Mill. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Sunday 25 October or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otterburn Mill | River Rede | +1.46m | 1.79m |
| Otterburn | River Rede | +1.10m | 1.59m |
| Alwinton Bridge | River Coquet | +0.93m | 1.14m |
| Bellingham | River North Tyne | +0.81m | 0.96m |
| Kielder Burn | Kielder Burn | +0.75m | 0.97m |
| Shilmoor | Usway Burn | +0.60m | 0.66m |
| Rede Bridge | River Rede | +0.49m | 0.76m |
| Falstone | River North Tyne | +0.41m | 0.67m |
| Ugly Dub | River North Tyne | +0.27m | 0.74m |
| Hareshaw Burn | Hareshaw Burn | +0.10m | 0.24m |