A Flood Alert was issued for Upper Teme in Herefordshire, Shropshire on 26th February 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Teme, River Onny, River Corve.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Teme at Tenbury rose 0.53m, peaking at 1.76m, while the River Corve at Ludlow Corve climbed 0.45m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Forecast high river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 27 February 2026 . Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent the River Teme, River Onny and River Corve and their tributaries. Locations that may be affected include Bishops Castle, Church Stretton, Knighton and Ludlow. Predicted peaks:- Onibury 1.7m to 2.0m 27/02 AM, flooding is not forecast at other gauge locations. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 27 February 2026 or as th
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tenbury | River Teme | +0.53m | 1.76m |
| Ludlow Corve | River Corve | +0.45m | 1.89m |
| Ludlow Teme | River Teme | +0.30m | 1.83m |
| Clungunford | River Clun | +0.27m | 1.13m |
| Criftin Ford bridge | River Teme | +0.23m | 1.94m |
| Onibury | River Onny | +0.18m | 1.34m |
| Leintwardine | River Teme | +0.14m | 0.93m |
| Dutlas | River Teme | +0.14m | 0.55m |
| Knighton | River Teme | +0.09m | 0.89m |
| Craven Arms | Field Drain | +0.07m | 0.38m |