Flood warnings in England

Name: Flood warnings raised in England since 2006
Creator: Environment Agency
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12 flood alerts in force

Flooding is possible where a flood alert is in force. Be prepared, and keep an eye on river levels nearby.

0Severe flood warningsSevere flooding. Danger to life.
0Flood warningsFlooding is expected. Immediate action required.
12Flood alertsFlooding is possible. Be prepared.

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Where the 12 warnings are in force. Select a dot to read it.

Flood alerts 12Flooding is possible. Be prepared.

Flood alertTidal

Tidal Thames riverside from Putney Bridge to Teddington Weir

Greater London, Hammersmith and Fulham, Hounslow, Richmond upon Thames, WandsworthRiver Thames

Raised 19:12 today

High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding.

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Flooding is possible from 02:15 AM to 06:15 AM on 12/09/2026.

The forecast high tide at Richmond is 4.60 mAOD at 4:15 AM on 12/09/2026.

We believe there is a possibility of flooding for Putney Embankment (SW15), Chiswick Mall and Strand on the Green (W4), Thames Bank at Mortlake (SW14), Ranelagh Drive (TW1), Friars Lane and Water Lane (TW9), Riverside and The Embankment at Twickenham, and the Towpath below Teddington Lock. Flooding of properties is not expected.

Astronomical tide levels are rising. The river flow at Teddington Weir is 6 cubic metres per second and is steady. We anticipate the flows to remain steady over the next few days.

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 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.

Gauges nearby

Trowlock Island 4.51mAOD, normal, just past peak 5.2 km away Kingston 4.43mASD, normal, falling 6.2 km away Thames Ditton Island 4.39mAOD, below normal, falling 8.9 km away

Warned 907 times here since 2011 Area map and gauges

Flood alertTidal

North Sea coast at Withernsea, Easington and Kilnsea

East Riding of YorkshireNorth Sea

Raised 18:53 today

High tides today may lead to flooding.

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Flooding is possible from 5.15am to 7.15am

Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths.

We are closely monitoring the situation .

Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .

This message will be updated by 5AM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.

Gauges nearby

Patrington Haven Outstrays 0.77mAOD, normal 5.3 km away Burstwick Hall Road Bridge 0.15mAOD, normal 16.5 km away River Freshney Grimsby 0.21mASD, normal rising gently 16.7 km away

Warned 318 times here since 2011 Area map and gauges

Flood alertTidal

Humber estuary from Spurn Point to Winestead Outfall

East Riding of YorkshireHumber Estuary, Winestead Drain

Raised 18:50 today

High tides today may lead to flooding.

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Flooding is possible from 5.30am to 8.30am

Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers or on the coast.

We are closely monitoring the situation .

Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .

This message will be updated by 5:00AM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.

Gauges nearby

Patrington Haven Outstrays 0.77mAOD, normal 4.0 km away River Freshney Grimsby 0.21mASD, normal rising gently 14.4 km away Burstwick Hall Road Bridge 0.15mAOD, normal 18.1 km away

Warned 365 times here since 2011 Area map and gauges

Flood alertTidal

Wyre estuary from Fleetwood and Knott End to Little Eccleston

LancashireWyre Estuary

Raised 16:46 today

High tides today may lead to flooding.

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Flooding is possible 00:30am on 12/09/2026.

The flood alert threshold for Hambleton is forecast to be reached for tonight's tide and subsequent tides until Sunday evening.

We are closely monitoring the situation .

Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded .

This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.

Gauges nearby

Poulton Cottam Hall Field Grid 0.16m, normal 3.9 km away St Michaels 0.43m, normal 10.7 km away Catterall 7.02m, normal, 5 h old 11.1 km away

Warned 304 times here since 2006 Area map and gauges

Flood alertTidal

Coast at North Morecambe Bay

Lancashire, Westmorland and FurnessIrish Sea

Raised 16:35 today

High tides overnight may lead to flooding.

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Flooding is possible from 22:30 tonight, Friday 11 September, to 02:30 on Saturday morning 12 September, peaking at 00:30

Areas most at risk lie within the Sandside area of North Morecambe Bay. Locations most affected will be coastal roads and footpaths.

The following two tides, Saturday lunchtime and Saturday night, are also forecast to exceed the Flood Alert threshold.

We are closely monitoring the situation

Avoid beaches and coastal promenades, which may be flooded Do not drive through flood water or put yourself or others at risk.

This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.

Gauges nearby

Cartmel Wheelhouse Bridge 0.34m, normal 2.6 km away Newby Bridge 0.84m, normal 8.3 km away Fitz Bridge 0.06m, below normal 11.1 km away

Warned 665 times here since 2006 Area map and gauges

Flood alertTidal

The tidal Deben estuary

SuffolkRiver Deben, North Sea

Raised 16:28 today

High tides overnight may lead to flooding.

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Flooding is possible between 12am and 2am overnight on Saturday 12th September.

Tide levels will be high around the boat yard in Felixstowe Ferry hamlet at the end of Ferry Road, and along riverside areas in Woodbridge and Waldringfield, as well as in surrounding marshland. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.51mAODN at 1am, on Saturday 12th September, which is 0.31m above tide tables, wind force 3, southerly. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides.

We are closely monitoring the situation .

Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded .

This message will be updated by 3:00PM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.

Gauges nearby

Orford Ness -0.54mAOD, no typical range, falling 13.0 km away Clopton 0.31mASD, normal 14.2 km away Farnham 0.09m, normal 17.5 km away

Warned 308 times here since 2006 Area map and gauges

Flood alertTidal

The Suffolk and Essex coast from Felixstowe to Clacton including Orwell and Stour estuaries

Essex, SuffolkNorth Sea, River Orwell, River Deben

Raised 16:28 today

High tides overnight may lead to flooding.

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Flooding is possible between 12am and 2am overnight on Saturday 12th September.

The flood gates at Felixstowe seafront will be closed. The waterfront at Pin Mill, and The Strand at Wherstead under the Orwell Bridge may be flooded. Water may be on the quay at Mistley. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at Harwich of 2.51mAODN at 1am, on Saturday 12th September, which is 0.31m above tide tables, wind force 3, southerly. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides.

We are closely monitoring the situation .

Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded .

This message will be updated by 3:00PM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.

Gauges nearby

Clopton 0.31mASD, normal 14.4 km away Hadleigh 0.32m, normal, 3 h old 17.6 km away Langham 0.21mASD, normal 18.3 km away

Warned 239 times here since 2009 Area map and gauges

Flood alertTidal

The Essex coast at Coalhouse Fort

ThurrockThames Estuary

Raised 16:28 today

High tides overnight may lead to flooding.

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Flooding is possible between 12:45am and 2:45am overnight on Saturday 12th September.

Areas most at risk are Coalhouse Fort and car park, and the low lying land between the fort and Coalhouse Point. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at Southend of 3.42mAODN at 1:45am, on Saturday 12th September, which is 0.25m above tide tables, wind force 3, south westerly. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides.

We are closely monitoring the situation .

Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded .

This message will be updated by 3:00PM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.

Gauges nearby

HAWLEY GS 0.15m3/s, no typical range 14.3 km away Hawley 0.05mASD, normal 14.4 km away Noak Bridge -0.7mAOD, normal 14.5 km away

Warned 75 times here since 2022 Area map and gauges

Flood alertTidal

The Essex coast from Clacton to and including, St Peters Flat and the Colne and Blackwater estuaries

EssexNorth Sea

Raised 16:13 today

High tides overnight may lead to flooding.

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Flooding is possible between 12am and 2am overnight on Saturday 12th September.

Clacton Promenade, Lee-over-Sands and Brightlingsea sea front may see some wave overtopping and spray. The Strood at Mersea Island, Coast Road and car parks on the front at West Mersea, and the Hythe and Promenade at Maldon may be flooded. The detailed forecast is for a peak level at Clacton of 2.86mAODN at 1am, on Saturday 12th September, which is 0.39m above tide tables, wind force 3, southerly. Tides are expected to be higher than usual, due to the forecast weather conditions during spring tides.

We are closely monitoring the situation .

Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded .

This message will be updated by 3:00PM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.

Gauges nearby

BOUNSTEAD BRIDGE FGS COLCHESTER 0.19m3/s, no typical range, 3 h old 8.9 km away Appleford Bridge 0.29mASD, normal 12.1 km away Lexden 0.2mASD, normal 14.2 km away

Warned 523 times here since 2008 Area map and gauges

Flood alertTidal

Tidal River Avon at Bristol, Pill and Shirehampton

City of Bristol, North Somerset, South GloucestershireRiver Avon

Raised 14:41 today

High tides over the next two days may lead to flooding.

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Flooding is possible from 7:30PM to 9:30PM on 11/09, from 08:00am to 10:00am and from 08:00PM to 10:00PM on 12/09.

Areas most at risk include the tidal River Avon from Sea Mills to Conham in Bristol and between the Avonmouth Bridge and Shirehampton Park including Pill and Shirehampton. The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Avonmouth Portbury. The first forecast high water of 7.42 mAODN is at 8:30PM 11/09, which is 0.14 m above tide tables, with Westerly force 4 winds. The second forecast high water is at 09:00AM 12/09 with a level of 7.4 mAODN with South-Westerly force 5 winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level.)

We are closely monitoring the situation .

Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .

This message will be updated by 1:35PM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.

Gauges nearby

Ashton Vale 0.98mASD, normal 3.3 km away Bristol Bedminster St Johns Lane Upstream 0.32mASD, normal 4.3 km away Keynsham, Rivermead 4.71mASD, below normal 11.7 km away

Warned 344 times here since 2012 Area map and gauges

Flood alertTidal

Christchurch Harbour

Bournemouth, Christchurch and PooleEnglish Channel

Raised 11:41 today

High tides today may lead to flooding.

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Flooding is possible from 7:30pm and 11:45pm on 11/09/2026.

The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Christchurch Harbour of 1.20mAODN at 9:45PM, 11th September 2026, with force 3 North Westerly winds. (mAODN is height above average sea level.).

We are closely monitoring the situation No operational flood gates will need be closed for this tide.

Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .

This message will be updated by 10:30AM on 12 September 2026 or as the situation changes.

Gauges nearby

Knapp Mill 0.36mASD, normal rising gently 2.3 km away Iford Bridge 0.29mAOD, normal rising fast 3.2 km away CHEWTON GLEN GS 0.02m3/s, no typical range, 4 h old 6.0 km away

Warned 326 times here since 2011 Area map and gauges

Flood alertTidal

Somerset coast at Porlock Weir

SomersetBristol Channel

Raised 13:29 yesterday

High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding.

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Flooding is possible Around high tide

We are entering a sequence of Spring tides that may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible around 06:45 on Friday 11th September. Flooding is forecast to affect locations at Porlock Bay, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the coastline between Gore Point and Hurlstone Point including Porlock Weir. The first high tide is at 06:45 on Friday with a peak height of 6.12m and a F4 north westerly wind. The second high tide is at 19:00 on Friday with a peak height of 6.37m and a F4 westerly wind

We are closely monitoring the situation .

Avoid coastal roads, footpaths and carparks, which may be flooded .

This message will be updated by 12:19PM on 10 September 2026 or as the situation changes.

Gauges nearby

Parsons Street 0.03mASD, normal 1.4 km away Allerford -0.09m, below normal 2.5 km away West Luccombe 0.04mASD, normal 2.7 km away

Warned 506 times here since 2012 Area map and gauges

Recently removed 1The Environment Agency has taken these down. Standing water and debris can remain.

The tidal Rivers Bure, Ant and ThurneTidal10:27 today

Flood warnings and alerts for River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury in 2026

45 warnings raised: 0 severe flood warnings, 0 flood warnings and 45 flood alerts. March has seen the most.

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Each dot is a group of warning areas; the bigger the dot, the more warnings.

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Map, gauges and current status for River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury

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Sun 5 Apr 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are higher than usual on the lower sections of the River Lambourn. Flooding of some low lying land and roads remains possible today, 05 April 2026. The weather forecast today is for a predominantly dry day. River levels are expected to remain stable.

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 10:00AM on the 06 April 2026, or as the situation changes.
Sat 4 Apr 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are higher than usual on the lower sections of the River Lambourn. Flooding of some low lying land and roads remains posssible today, 04 April 2026. The weather forecast today is for a mostly dry day with a chance of showers overnight. River levels are expected to remain stable.

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 10:00 on 05 April 2026, or as the situation changes.
Fri 3 Apr 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are higher than usual on the lower sections of the River Lambourn. Flooding of some low lying land and roads remains possible today, 03 April 2026. The weather forecast today is for showers, some of which may be prolonged. River levels are expected to remain stable.

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 10:00AM on the 04 April 2026, or as the situation changes.
Thu 2 Apr 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are high on the lower sections of the River Lambourn. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible today, 02 April 2026. The weather forecast today is predominantly dry. River levels are stable.

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 10:00AM on the 03 April 2026, or as the situation changes.
Wed 1 Apr 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are high on the lower sections of the River Lambourn. Flooding of low lying land and roads is posssible today, 01 April 2026. The weather forecast today is predominantly dry with light and patchy rain this afternoon and evening. River levels are stable.

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 10:00 on 02 April 2026, or as the situation changes.
Tue 31 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are high on the lower sections of the River Lambourn. Flooding of low lying land and roads is posssible today, 31 March 2026. The weather forecast today is predominantly dry with a few showers possible. River levels are stable.

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 10:00 on 01 April 2026, or as the situation changes.
Mon 30 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are high on the lower sections of the River Lambourn. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible today, 30 March 2026. The weather forecast today is dry. River levels are stable.

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 10:00 on 31 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Sun 29 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are high on the lower sections of the River Lambourn. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible today, 29 March 2026. The weather forecast today is dry. River levels are stable.

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 10:00 on 30 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Sat 28 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are high on the lower sections of the River Lambourn. Flooding of low lying land and roads is posssible today, 28 March 2026. The weather forecast today is dry. River levels are stable.

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 10:00 on 29 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Fri 27 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are high on the lower sections of the River Lambourn. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 27 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The weather forecast today is for light rain and drizzle, which we do not expect rivers to respond to. River levels are stable but they could respond to rainfall.

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 10:00 on 28 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Thu 26 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are high on the lower sections of the River Lambourn. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 26 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The weather forecast today is dry. River levels are stable but they could respond to rainfall.

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 10:00 on 27 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Wed 25 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are high on the lower sections of the River Lambourn and on the Winterbourne stream. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 25 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for light rain showers today. River levels are stable but they could respond to rainfall.

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 10:00 on 26 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Tue 24 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are high on the lower sections of the River Lambourn and on the Winterbourne stream. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 24 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for showers and then more prolonged rain in the evening. River levels are stable but they could respond to rainfall.

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 09:00AM on 25 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Mon 23 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are high on the lower sections of the River Lambourn and on the Winterbourne stream. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 23 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for a dry day today. We expect river levels to fall gradually 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 09:00AM on 24 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Sun 22 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are high on the lower sections of the River Lambourn and on the Winterbourne stream. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 22 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for a mostly dry day today but with the chance of some light rain this evening. We expect river levels to fall gradually 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 09:00AM on 23 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Fri 20 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are high on the lower sections of the River Lambourn and on the Winterbourne stream. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 20 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for a dry day today and remaining settled for the next few days. We expect river levels to fall gradually 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 10:00AM on 21 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Thu 19 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are high on the lower sections of the River Lambourn and on the Winterbourne stream. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 19 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for a dry day today and remaining settled for the next few days. We expect river levels to continue to fall gradually 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 09:00AM on 20 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Wed 18 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

River levels are high on the lower sections of the River Lambourn and on the Winterbourne stream. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 18 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for a dry night. River levels are high but falling very slowly. We expect river levels to continue to fall gradually 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 09:00AM on 19 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Wed 18 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 18 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for it to be dry today and tomorrow. River levels are high but falling very slowly. We expect river levels to continue to fall gradually over the coming days. River levels are sensitive to further rainfall.

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 7:00PM on 18 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Tue 17 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 17 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for it to be dry this evening, overnight and tomorrow. River levels are high but falling very slowly. We expect river levels to continue to fall gradually over the coming days. River levels are sensitive to further rainfall.

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 11:00AM on 18 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Tue 17 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 17 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for a dry day today and tomorrow. River levels are high but falling very slowly. We expect river levels to continue to fall gradually over the coming days. River levels are sensitive to further rainfall.

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 6:00PM on 17 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Mon 16 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 16 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for this evening and overnight to be mostly dry. Tuesday is forecast to be dry. River levels are high but falling very slowly. We expect river levels to continue to fall gradually over the coming days. River levels are sensitive to further rainfall.

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 09:00AM on 17 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Mon 16 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 16 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for a mostly dry day today and a dry day tomorrow. River levels are high but falling very slowly. We expect river levels to continue to fall gradually over the coming days. River levels are sensitive to further rainfall.

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 6:00PM on 16 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Sun 15 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 15 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for isolated showers this evening and overnight. Further rain is forecast for Monday. River levels are high but falling very slowly. We expect river levels to continue to fall gradually over the coming days. River levels are sensitive to further rainfall.

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 11:00AM on 16 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Sun 15 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 15 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast for today is for a dry start with rain this afternoon. Further rain is forecast for Monday. River levels are high but falling very slowly. We expect river levels to continue to fall gradually over the coming days. River levels are sensitive to further rainfall.

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 6:00PM on 15 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Sat 14 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 14 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. This evening and overnight is forecast to be mostly dry. Further rain, some of which could be heavy, is forecast for Sunday. River levels are high but falling very slowly. We expect river levels to continue to fall gradually over the coming days. River levels are sensitive to further rainfall.

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 11:00AM on 15 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Sat 14 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 14 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for a mostly dry day with the chance of showers. Further rain is forecast for Sunday. River levels rose in response to the recent rainfall but are now falling slowly. We expect levels to continue to fall slowly over the coming days. Levels are sensitive to further rainfall.

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 18:00PM on 14 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Fri 13 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 13 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for a windy day with showers, some of which could be heavy. Saturday is forecast to be mostly dry with a chance of showers. River levels have risen in response to the overnight rainfall. We expect levels to stabilise through today. Levels are sensitive to further rainfall.

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 12:00PM on 14 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Thu 12 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 12 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for a mostly dry day today with light showers possible during the afternoon. Heavy rain is expected this evening and overnight. Friday is forecast to be mostly dry with a chance of showers. River levels are high but stable. We expect levels to fall very slowly 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 12PM on 13 March 2026, or as the situation changes.
Wed 11 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 11 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for a predominantly dry day today with light showers possible. Tomorrow is expected to start dry with rain moving in from the afternoon. Levels are high but stable. We expect levels to fall very slowly 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 PM on 12 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Tue 10 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 10 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for a predominantly dry day today and tomorrow with light showers possible. Levels are high but stable. We expect levels to fall very slowly 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 PM on 11 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Mon 9 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 9 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for a predominantly dry day today and tomorrow with light showers possible. Levels are high but stable. We expect levels to fall very slowly 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 PM on 10 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Sun 8 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 8 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for a predominantly dry day today and tomorrow with light showers possible. Levels are high but stable. We expect levels to fall very slowly 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 9 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Sat 7 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 7 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for a predominantly dry day today and tomorrow. Levels are high but stable. We expect levels to start to fall very slowly 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 8 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Fri 6 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 6 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for rain from this afternoon and overnight into tomorrow morning. Dry conditions return tomorrow afternoon. Levels are high but stable. We expect levels to start to fall very slowly 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 7 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Thu 5 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected today, 5 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for a dry day today with further rain through much of tomorrow. Levels are high but stable. We expect levels to remain high 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 6 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Wed 4 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected today, 4 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is to remain dry today and for the next few days. Levels are high but stable. We expect levels to 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.
Tue 3 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected today, 3 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is to remain dry today and for the next few days. Levels are high but stable. We expect levels to 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 4 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Mon 2 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected today, 2 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for a dry day today. then remaining dry for the next few days. Levels are high but stable. We expect levels to 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 3 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Sun 1 Mar 2026 Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on the River Lambourn from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected today, 1 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for further light rain today, 1 March 2026, before a dry day tomorrow. Levels are high but stable. We expect river levels to remain high and sensitive to further rainfall 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 2 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

What the three levels mean

Flood alert

Flooding is possible. Be prepared. Keep an eye on local river levels and forecasts, and get ready to move valuables and put flood protection in place.

Flood warning

Flooding is expected. Immediate action required. Move family, pets and valuables to safety, turn off gas, electricity and water if it is safe to, and put flood protection in place.

Severe flood warning

Severe flooding. Danger to life. Stay in a safe place with a means of escape, and follow the advice of the emergency services. Call 999 if you are in immediate danger.

Where this comes from. Warnings in force are the Environment Agency’s own, which we check every 15 minutes. They cover England only: for Wales see Natural Resources Wales, for Scotland SEPA Floodline, and for Northern Ireland nidirect.

The history is the Environment Agency’s record of every warning raised since 2006, which it publishes each quarter, joined to the warnings we have recorded live since. Each count is one warning or alert raised for one area; a warning that was later updated counts once. When a warning is removed that is not counted as a new warning. An area with no warnings on record can still flood.