A Flood Alert was issued for River Thames and tributaries from Buscot Wick down to Kings Lock in Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire between 25th February 2026 and 4th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Thames.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Thames at Rushey Lock rose 3.41m, peaking at 3.50m, while the River Thames at Shifford Lock climbed 3.33m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels may lead to flooding. River levels are high on the River Thames and its tributaries from Buscot Wick down to Kings Lock. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 4 March 2026. The forecast is to remain dry today and for the next few days. We expect levels to remain high but decrease over the coming days. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying footpaths and roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Go to River Levels Online for updates on current river levels. This message will be updated by 12.00 on 5 March 2026 or as the situat
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rushey Lock | River Thames | +3.41m | 3.50m |
| Shifford Lock | River Thames | +3.33m | 3.81m |
| Radcot Lock | River Thames | +3.06m | 3.16m |
| Godstow Lock | River Thames | +2.98m | 2.77m |
| Northmoor Lock | River Thames | +2.93m | 3.42m |
| Buscot Lock | River Thames | +2.86m | 2.97m |
| Eynsham Lock | River Thames | +2.78m | 3.12m |
| Pinkhill Lock | River Thames | +2.66m | 2.92m |
| Grafton Lock | River Thames | +2.56m | 2.70m |
| Farmoor | River Thames | +0.55m | 1.46m |