A Flood Alert was issued for River Severn in Shropshire in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, Worcestershire on 25th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Severn.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Severn at Llandrinio River Station rose 3.38m, peaking at 5.25m, while the River Severn at Crew Green climbed 3.14m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on Sunday 25 October into Monday 26 October. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Shrewsbury to Upper Arley. Locations that may be affected are White Abbey, Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge and Bridgnorth. River Severn bankfull at White Abbey, floodplain may be filling at Hayes Basin. Predicted peak:- Crew Green 5.3m to 5.7m overnight on Sunday 25/10 and into Monday 26/10. Currently, river levels are not forecast to exceed flood alert threshold levels at any other gauge locations. Additional fo
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Llandrinio River Station | Severn | +3.38m | 5.25m |
| Crew Green | River Severn | +3.14m | 4.99m |
| Cae Howel | River Severn | +3.12m | 4.50m |
| Buttington River Station | Severn | +2.84m | 4.59m |
| Montford | River Severn | +2.40m | 4.15m |
| Buildwas | River Severn | +1.45m | 2.28m |
| Welsh Bridge | River Severn | +1.16m | 2.04m |
| Bridgnorth | River Severn | +0.76m | 1.48m |
| Castle Foregate | Bagley Brook | +0.30m | 0.38m |
| Boreton Bridge | Cound Brook | +0.08m | 0.28m |