A Flood Alert was issued for Upper River Tamar in Cornwall, Devon on 24th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Tamar, River Strat, River Neet, River Ottery, River Kensey.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Tamar at Polson Bridge rose 1.70m, peaking at 2.39m, while the River Tamar at Bridge Rule climbed 1.42m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on Saturday 24 October . Over the last 24 hours we have seen heavy rainfall in the area. Forecast levels may cause flooding to low lying land and roads close to rivers from around 5pm on Saturday. We expect the river to remain high into tomorrow morning though no flooding to properties is currently forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:00PM on Sunday 25 October or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polson Bridge | River Tamar | +1.70m | 2.39m |
| Bridge Rule | River Tamar | +1.42m | 2.46m |
| Tamarstone Bridge | River Tamar | +1.20m | 2.14m |
| Crowford Bridge | River Tamar | +1.17m | 1.66m |
| Werrington | River Ottery | +0.92m | 1.16m |
| Launceston | River Kensey | +0.73m | 1.03m |
| Trengune | River Ottery | +0.67m | 0.97m |
| Woolstone Mill | River Neet | +0.60m | 0.82m |
| Canworthy Water Bridge | River Ottery | +0.54m | 0.86m |
| Truscott | River Kensey | +0.43m | 1.00m |