A Flood Alert was issued for River Thames for the Abingdon area in 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 Benson Lock rose 4.13m, peaking at 4.26m, while the River Thames at Days Lock climbed 3.99m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels may lead to flooding. River levels are high on the River Thames in the Abingdon area. 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 situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benson Lock | River Thames | +4.13m | 4.26m |
| Days Lock | River Thames | +3.99m | 4.00m |
| Sandford-on-Thames | River Thames | +3.85m | 3.27m |
| Culham Lock | River Thames | +3.64m | 3.73m |
| Abingdon Lock | River Thames | +3.35m | 3.38m |
| Iffley Lock | River Thames | +2.89m | 2.94m |
| Clifton Lock | River Thames | +2.78m | 3.52m |
| Dorchester | River Thame | +1.02m | 2.04m |
| Sutton Courtenay | River Thames | +1.01m | 3.73m |
| Stadhampton | River Thame | +0.96m | 2.28m |