A Flood Alert was issued for River Severn in Gloucestershire in Gloucestershire, Worcestershire between 25th February 2026 and 6th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the Severn Estuary.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Severn at Haw Bridge rose 2.42m, peaking at 4.74m, while the River Severn at Gloucester climbed 2.34m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 06 March 2026. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent the River Severn from Tewkesbury to Gloucester. Locations that may be affected include Apperley, Maisemore, Hempstead, Minsterworth Ham and Quedgley. Severn Ham, Tewkesbury starts to fill. Peaks:- Mythe peaked at 3.78m on 1st March, and Haw Bridge peaked at 4.7m on 1st March. This alert is in force due to flooding around the Leigh Court storage area, which is continuing to fall. We are cl
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haw Bridge | River Severn | +2.42m | 4.74m |
| Gloucester | River Severn | +2.34m | 3.21m |
| Ashleworth | River Severn | +2.11m | 3.44m |
| Sandhurst | River Severn | +1.92m | 3.38m |
| Sandhurst | Hatherley Brook | +1.74m | 3.24m |
| Leigh Court | Leigh Brook | +1.57m | 2.62m |
| Zoons Court | Horsbere Brook | +0.37m | 0.64m |
| Armscroft Place | Wotton Brook | +0.36m | 0.41m |
| Clomoney Way | Horsbere Brook | +0.34m | 0.77m |
| Zoons Court Flood Storage | Horsbere Brook | +0.12m | 0.38m |