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Flood warnings in England, Scotland and Wales

1 flood warning and 9 flood alerts in force

Flooding is expected where a flood warning is in force. Act now to protect yourself and your property.

  • 0Severe flood warningsSevere flooding. Danger to life.
  • 1Flood warningFlooding is expected. Immediate action required.
  • 9Flood alertsFlooding is possible. Be prepared.

We check the Environment Agency and SEPA every 15 minutes. Each source’s status and check time are shown below.

Flood alert: Somerset coast at Porlock WeirFlood alert: Wyre estuary from Fleetwood and Knott End to Little EcclestonFlood alert: Coast at North Morecambe BayFlood alert: Tyne estuaryFlood alert: Hunstanton coast in NorfolkFlood alert: North Sea coast at Withernsea, Easington and KilnseaFlood alert: North Sea coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and MappletonFlood alert: North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River EskFlood alert: Tidal River Avon at Bristol, Pill and ShirehamptonFlood warning: North Sea coast at Hornsea
England’s EA warning areas and Welsh NRW warning points. Select a dot to read it. Welsh points do not show the full affected area. Scottish warnings are listed below; SEPA RSS supplies no coordinates.

Flood warnings and alerts in Dorset in 2026

302 warnings raised across 75 areas: 1 severe flood warning, 133 flood warnings and 168 flood alerts. January has seen the most.

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Warnings raised each year

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Severe Flood warning Flood alert
0 2006’06 0 2007’07 0 2008’08 0 2009’09 0 2010’10 0 2011’11 0 2012’12 0 2013’13 0 2014’14 0 2015’15 0 2016’16 0 2017’17 0 2018’18 0 2019’19 0 2020’20 0 2021’21 0 2022’22 0 2023’23 0 2024’24 0 2025’25 302so far 2026’26

Where they were raised

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

1 warning: Lower Stour from Longham to Christchurch1 warning: River Axe (Upper) from Winsham to Axminster, including Chard Junction and Weycroft1 warning: River Yeo and Parrett, Upper Reaches2 warnings: Upper Frome at Dorchester2 warnings: Dorset coast at Swanage Bay and 1 nearby area2 warnings: River Yeo from Sherborne to Yeovil3 warnings: Groundwater flooding for the Crane3 warnings: River Cale and tributaries3 warnings: South Somerset Rivers, Upper Reaches and 1 nearby area3 warnings: Purbeck Rivers and Streams3 warnings: Lyme Regis Harbour and 1 nearby area5 warnings: Groundwater flooding for the Hooke and 1 nearby area5 warnings: Dorset coast at Chiswell and 1 nearby area6 warnings: Groundwater flooding for the Sydling and 1 nearby area6 warnings: Upper Stour and tributaries6 warnings: South East Somerset Rivers, Upper Reaches and 1 nearby area7 warnings: Lower Stour and tributaries and 3 nearby areas7 warnings: Weymouth Harbour and 2 nearby areas7 warnings: West coast of Dorset and 2 nearby areas8 warnings: Middle Hampshire Avon and tributaries8 warnings: Middle Stour and tributaries and 1 nearby area8 warnings: River Axe area9 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Allen Vale at Monkton Up Wimborne and Wimborne St Giles and 2 nearby areas9 warnings: Middle Hampshire Avon from Salisbury to Ringwood11 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the West of Dorset and 1 nearby area11 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Cranborne Chase area and 2 nearby areas12 warnings: East coast of Dorset and 1 nearby area14 warnings: Groundwater flooding for the North Winterborne, north of the A354 and 2 nearby areas14 warnings: West Dorset Rivers and Streams and 5 nearby areas15 warnings: Groundwater flooding for the Iwerne and 4 nearby areas16 warnings: Groundwater flooding for the South Winterbourne Valley and 2 nearby areas21 warnings: Lower Avon and tributaries and 1 nearby area22 warnings: Weymouth Rivers and Streams24 warnings: River Piddle and tributaries and 3 nearby areas27 warnings: Lower Frome and tributaries and 2 nearby areas

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Most-warned areas

  1. Weymouth Rivers and Streams22
  2. Lower Avon and tributaries20
  3. Lower Frome and tributaries19
  4. River Piddle and tributaries19
  5. West Dorset Rivers and Streams9
  6. Middle Hampshire Avon from Salisbury to Ringwood9
  7. River Axe area8
  8. Groundwater flooding for the South Winterbourne Valley8
  9. Middle Hampshire Avon and tributaries8
  10. East coast of Dorset7

Newest first 81–120 of 302

  1. Flood alert Weymouth Rivers and Streams Dorset CouncilWey, Jordan, Pucksey Brook
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels remain high at the Broadwey river gauge. Flooding could still affect locations near the River Wey to Radipole Lake, Preston Brook and River Jordan, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected. The forecast is for some dry weather over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on Wednesday 4th March 2026 or as the situation changes

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  2. Flood alert Lower Frome and tributaries Dorset CouncilRiver Frome
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    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels are dropping but remain higher than normal at the Stinsford river gauge as a result of the recent rainfall and the high groundwater. Flooding could still affect locations near the Lower Dorset Frome and the tributaries between Dorchester and Wareham, with low lying land and roads near rivers expected to be most affected. The forecast is for some dry weather over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on Wednesday 4th March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  3. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the Piddle Valley Dorset CouncilGroundwater
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    High groundwater levels are expected to cause flooding. Groundwater levels in West Dorset remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Piddletrentide, Plush, Piddlehinton, Puddletown, Tolpuddle and Affpuddle. The groundwater level at the Doles Ash borehole is currently at 121.60m, levels are slowly starting to recede but remain high and reactive to further rainfall. The forecast is dry for the week with showers possible over the weekend. Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Residents may experience inundation of septic tanks and sewer systems. Flooding of roads is expected, take particular care when driving. We are closely monitoring the situation. If you have a pump, make sure it is working and switched on. Think about alternative power sources in case of power cuts. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 10 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  4. Flood alert River Piddle and tributaries Dorset CouncilRiver Piddle, River Trent
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    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels remain high at Little Puddle and Briantspuddle river gauges. Flooding could still affect locations near the River Piddle, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Alton Pancras and Wareham. Dry weather is forecast over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on Wednesday 4th March 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  5. Flood alert Lower Avon and tributaries Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Dorset Council, HampshireAvon
    Message

    This is a flood alert update. River levels remain steady but still higher than normal in the Lower Avon and responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is still possible. Areas most at risk include the tributaries between Ringwood and Christchurch. Flooding is possible with low lying land and roads near rivers particularly around Ringwood Old Cottage most affected. The forecast is for dry weather through the week. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on Wednesday 4th March 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  6. Flood warning Middle Hampshire Avon from Salisbury to Ringwood Dorset Council, Hampshire, WiltshireHampshire River Avon
    Message

    River levels remain high due to the recent rainfall and high groundwater. Flooding is expected at locations in Britford, Charlton All Saints, Downton and Fordingbridge in close proximity to the River Avon. The forecast is for dry and bright conditions today and tomorrow. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please continue to use any flood protection products you may have and act on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 2:30PM on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  7. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the South Winterbourne Valley Dorset CouncilGroundwater
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    High groundwater levels are expected to cause flooding. Groundwater levels in West Dorset remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Winterbourne Abbas, Winterbourne Steepleton, Martinstown, Winterbourne Monkton, Winterbourne Herringston and Winterbourne Came. The groundwater level at the Kingston Russell borehole remains at 120.59m. Levels are falling slowly but still remain high. The week will be dry except for Thursday drier conditions continue into the weekend. Residents may experience inundation of septic tanks and sewer systems. Properties may experience flooding in cellars in affected areas. Flooding of roads is expected. Roads may be damaged by floodwater. We are closely monitoring the situation . If you have a pump, make sure it is working and switched on. Think about alternative power sources in case of power cuts. This message will be updated by 2:00PM on 9th March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  8. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the Iwerne Dorset CouncilGroundwater
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    High groundwater levels are expected to cause flooding. The groundwater level at the Iwerne Hill Farm borehole is at 112.02m, levels are starting to fall steadily but still remain high.. This week will be dry except Thursday and drier conditions continue into the weekend. Areas that could be affected include: Iwerne Minster. Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Residents may experience inundation of septic tanks and sewer systems. Properties may experience flooding in cellars in affected areas. Flooding of roads is expected, please take care when driving. We are closely monitoring the situation. If you have a pump, make sure it is working and switched on. Think about alternative power sources in case of power cuts. Please do not drive through floodwater as this may cause bow waves. This message will be updated by 2:00PM on 9th March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  9. Flood warning Groundwater flooding in the Lower Allen Vale Dorset CouncilGroundwater
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    Groundwater levels in Cranborne Chase are beginning to plateau but remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Lower Allen Vale including New Town, Witchampton. The groundwater level at Woodyates borehole is 101.63m,levels are starting to fall steadily. A dry week and weekend expected for Thursday is expected. Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Residents may experience inundation of septic tanks and sewer systems. Properties may experience flooding in cellars in affected areas. Flooding of roads is expected, take particular care when driving, both for your own safety and to prevent flooding to others. Roads may have become damaged by floodwater. Where groundwater is near the surface, intense rainfall will lead to surface water flooding. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. If you have a pump, make sure it is working and switched on. Think about alternative power sources in case of power cuts. This message will be updated by 1:00 PM on 9th March 2026.

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  10. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the Pimperne Brook Dorset CouncilGroundwater
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    Groundwater levels in Cranborne Chase are beginning to plateau but remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Pimperne Brook at Pimperne. The groundwater level at Iwerne Hill Farm borehole is 112.03m and starting to fall steadily. A dry week apart from Thursday is expected with drier conditions returning over the weekend. Flooding of roads and some properties, especially basements is expected. Residents should continue to keep any property resilience measures such as pumps, flood barriers and air brick covers deployed. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the week which may see levels rise again. We are closely monitoring the situation. Keep up to date with groundwater levels on the 'Check for Flooding' site on gov.uk. Please take care and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 12:00PM on 9th March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  11. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the North Winterborne, north of the A354 Dorset CouncilGroundwater
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    High groundwater levels are expected to continue to cause flooding. The groundwater level at the Delcombe Wood borehole remains high at 139.59m above sea level. Flooding is expected for: Turnworth, Winterborne Stickland, Winterborne Houghton, Clenston, Whatcombe and Whitechurch. Levels are starting to fall steadily. No rainfall is expected over the next couple days but another band of rain is forecast from Thursday. Drier conditions return over the weekend and levels are expected to continue to fall. We are closely monitoring the situation. If you have a pump, make sure it is working and switched on. Think about alternative power sources in case of power cuts. Roads may be impassable due to flood water, do not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:30AM on 9th March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  12. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the Sydling Dorset CouncilGroundwater
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    High groundwater levels are continuing to cause flooding. Groundwater levels in West Dorset remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Sydling, Sydling St. Nicholas. The groundwater level at the Dickley Down borehole is at 162.31m levels are falling steadily but will remain high. A dry week is expected except for Thursday with drier conditions returning over the weekend. Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Residents may experience inundation of septic tanks and sewer systems. Flooding of roads is expected, take particular care when driving, both for your own safety and to prevent flooding to others. We are closely monitoring the situation. If you have a pump, make sure it is working and switched on. Think about alternative power sources in case of power cuts . This message will be updated by 11:30AM on 9th March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  13. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the Hooke Dorset CouncilGroundwater
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    Groundwater levels in West Dorset have begun to plateau but remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Hooke, Toller Whelme and Toller Porcorum. The groundwater level at the Dickley Down borehole is 162.31m, and is starting to fall steadily. A dry week is expected except for rain forecast on Thursday with drier conditions retuning over the weekend. Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Residents may experience inundation of septic tanks and sewer systems. Properties may experience flooding in cellars in affected areas. Flooding of roads is expected, take particular care when driving, both for your own safety and to prevent flooding to others. Roads may have become damaged by floodwater. Where groundwater is near the surface, intense rainfall will lead to surface water flooding. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated by 11:00 on 9th March 2026.

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  14. Flood alert Weymouth Rivers and Streams Dorset CouncilWey, Jordan, Pucksey Brook
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels remain high at the Broadwey river gauge. Flooding could still affect locations near the River Wey to Radipole Lake, Preston Brook and River Jordan, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected. The forecast is for some dry weather over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 or as the situation changes

     All warnings here
  15. Flood alert Lower Frome and tributaries Dorset CouncilRiver Frome
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels are dropping but remain higher than normal at the Stinsford river gauge as a result of the recent rainfall and the high groundwater. Flooding could still affect locations near the Lower Dorset Frome and the tributaries between Dorchester and Wareham, with low lying land and roads near rivers expected to be most affected. The forecast is for some dry weather over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  16. Flood alert Groundwater flooding in the West of Dorset Dorset CouncilGroundwater
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    Groundwater levels in the West Dorset area have begun to plateau, but remain over the flood alert thresholds. Flooding of fields and roads is still possible. The start of this week sees brighter and drier weather, but further rainfall is forecast from Thursday, which could see levels rise again. Where groundwater is near the surface, intense rainfall will lead to surface water flooding. We are closely monitoring the situation. Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed . This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 9th March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  17. Flood alert Groundwater flooding in the Cranborne Chase area Dorset Council, Hampshire, WiltshireGroundwater
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    Groundwater levels in the Cranborne Chase area have begun to plateau, but remain over the flood alert thresholds. Flooding of fields and roads is still possible. Areas most at risk include the Iwerne and the Pimperne Brook areas. The start of this week sees brighter and drier weather, but further rainfall is forecast from Thursday, which could see levels rise again. Where groundwater is near the surface, intense rainfall will lead to surface water flooding. We are closely monitoring the situation. Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed . This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 9th March 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  18. Flood alert Middle Hampshire Avon and tributaries Dorset Council, Hampshire, WiltshireHampshire River Avon
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels remain high in the River Avon due to the high groundwater. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers around the tributaries between Salisbury and Ringwood. The forecast is for some dry weather through the week. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  19. Flood alert Lower Avon and tributaries Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Dorset Council, HampshireAvon
    Message

    This is a flood alert update. River levels remain steady but still higher than normal in the Lower Avon and responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is still possible. Areas most at risk include the tributaries between Ringwood and Christchurch. Flooding is possible with low lying land and roads near rivers particularly around Ringwood Old Cottage most affected. The forecast is for dry weather through the week. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  20. Flood alert River Piddle and tributaries Dorset CouncilRiver Piddle, River Trent
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    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels remain high at Little Puddle and Briantspuddle river gauges. Flooding could still affect locations near the River Piddle, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Alton Pancras and Wareham. Dry weather is forecast over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on Tuesday 3rd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  21. Flood warning Middle Hampshire Avon from Salisbury to Ringwood Dorset Council, Hampshire, WiltshireHampshire River Avon
    Message

    River levels remain high due to the recent rainfall and high groundwater. Flooding is expected at locations in Britford, Charlton All Saints, Downton and Fordingbridge in close proximity to the River Avon. We are expecting some rain today but totals will be low After today the forecast is for some dry weather through the week. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please continue to use any flood protection products you may have and act on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 3:30PM on Sunday 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  22. Flood alert Weymouth Rivers and Streams Dorset CouncilWey, Jordan, Pucksey Brook
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels remain high at the Broadwey river gauge. Flooding could still affect locations near the River Wey to Radipole Lake, Preston Brook and River Jordan, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected. We are expecting some rain today but totals will be low. After today the forecast is for some dry weather through the week. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on Monday 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  23. Flood alert Lower Frome and tributaries Dorset CouncilRiver Frome
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels are dropping but remain higher than normal at the Stinsford river gauge as a result of the recent rainfall and the high groundwater. Flooding could still affect locations near the Lower Dorset Frome and the tributaries between Dorchester and Wareham, with low lying land and roads near rivers expected to be most affected. We are expecting some rain today but totals will be low. After today the forecast is for some dry weather through the week. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on Monday 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  24. Flood alert Middle Hampshire Avon and tributaries Dorset Council, Hampshire, WiltshireHampshire River Avon
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels remain high in the River Avon due to the recent rainfall and the high groundwater. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers around the tributaries between Salisbury and Ringwood. We are expecting some rain today but totals will be low. After today the forecast is for some dry weather through the week. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on Monday 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  25. Flood alert Lower Avon and tributaries Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Dorset Council, HampshireAvon
    Message

    This is a flood alert update. River levels remain steady but still higher than normal in the Lower Avon and responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is still possible. Areas most at risk include the tributaries between Ringwood and Christchurch. Flooding is possible as river levels react to rainfall, with low lying land and roads near rivers particularly around Ringwood Old Cottage affected. We are expecting some rain today but totals will be low. After today the forecast is for some dry weather through the week. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on Monday 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  26. Flood alert River Piddle and tributaries Dorset CouncilRiver Piddle, River Trent
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels remain high at South House, Little Puddle and Briantspuddle river gauges. Flooding could still affect locations near the River Piddle, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Alton Pancras and Wareham. We are expecting some rain today but totals will be low. After today the forecast is for some dry weather through the week. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on Monday 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  27. Flood warning Middle Hampshire Avon from Salisbury to Ringwood Dorset Council, Hampshire, WiltshireHampshire River Avon
    Message

    River levels remain high due to the recent rainfall and high groundwater. Flooding is expected at locations in Britford, Charlton All Saints, Downton and Fordingbridge in close proximity to the River Avon. Further rainfall is forecast for the next few days but the totals that are forecast are low. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please continue to use any flood protection products you may have and act on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 3:30PM on Sunday 1st March 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  28. Flood alert Weymouth Rivers and Streams Dorset CouncilWey, Jordan, Pucksey Brook
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels remain high at the Broadwey river gauge. Flooding could still affect locations near the River Wey to Radipole Lake, Preston Brook and River Jordan, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected. Rain is expected for the next few days but the totals that are forecast are low. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on Sunday 1st March 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  29. Flood alert Lower Frome and tributaries Dorset CouncilRiver Frome
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels are dropping but remain higher than normal at the Stinsford river gauge as a result of the recent rainfall and the high groundwater. Flooding could still affect locations near the Lower Dorset Frome and the tributaries between Dorchester and Wareham, with low lying land and roads near rivers expected to be most affected. Rain is expected for the next few days but the totals that are forecast are low. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on Sunday 1st March 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  30. Flood alert Middle Hampshire Avon and tributaries Dorset Council, Hampshire, WiltshireHampshire River Avon
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels remain high in the River Avon due to the recent rainfall and the high groundwater. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers around the tributaries between Salisbury and Ringwood. Rain is expected for the next few days but the totals that are forecast are low. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on Sunday 1st March 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  31. Flood alert Lower Avon and tributaries Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Dorset Council, HampshireAvon
    Message

    This is a flood alert update. River levels remain steady but still higher than normal in the Lower Avon and responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is still possible. Areas most at risk include the tributaries between Ringwood and Christchurch. Flooding is possible as river levels react to rainfall, with low lying land and roads near rivers particularly around Ringwood Old Cottage affected. Rain is expected for the next few days but the totals that are forecast are low. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on Sunday 1st March 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  32. Flood alert River Piddle and tributaries Dorset CouncilRiver Piddle, River Trent
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels remain high at South House, Little Puddle and Briantspuddle river gauges. Flooding could still affect locations near the River Piddle, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Alton Pancras and Wareham. Rain is expected for the next few days but the totals that are forecast are low. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on Sunday 1st March 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  33. Flood alert River Piddle and tributaries Dorset CouncilRiver Piddle, River Trent
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels remain high at South House, Little Puddle and Briantspuddle river gauges. Flooding could still affect locations near the River Piddle, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Alton Pancras and Wareham. Further rain is forecast overnight tonight and over the weekend, which may impact river levels. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

     All warnings here
  34. Flood alert Lower Avon and tributaries Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Dorset Council, HampshireAvon
    Message

    This is a flood alert update. River levels remain steady but still higher than normal in the Lower Avon and responsive to further rainfall. Flooding is still possible. Areas most at risk include the tributaries between Ringwood and Christchurch. Flooding is possible as river levels react to rainfall, with low lying land and roads near rivers particularly around Ringwood Old Cottage affected. Further rain is forecast overnight tonight and over the weekend, which may impact river levels. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  35. Flood alert Middle Hampshire Avon and tributaries Dorset Council, Hampshire, WiltshireHampshire River Avon
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels remain high in the River Avon due to the recent rainfall and the high groundwater. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers around the tributaries between Salisbury and Ringwood. Further rain is forecast overnight tonight and over the weekend, which may impact river levels. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  36. Flood alert Weymouth Rivers and Streams Dorset CouncilWey, Jordan, Pucksey Brook
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels remain high at the Broadwey river gauge. Flooding could still affect locations near the River Wey to Radipole Lake, Preston Brook and River Jordan, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected. Further rain is forecast overnight tonight which may impact river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  37. Flood alert Lower Frome and tributaries Dorset CouncilRiver Frome
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels are dropping but remain higher than normal at the Stinsford river gauge as a result of the recent rainfall and the high groundwater. Flooding could still affect locations near the Lower Dorset Frome and the tributaries between Dorchester and Wareham, with low lying land and roads near rivers expected to be most affected. Further rain is forecast overnight tonight which may impact river levels. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  38. Flood warning Middle Hampshire Avon from Salisbury to Ringwood Dorset Council, Hampshire, WiltshireHampshire River Avon
    Message

    River levels remain high due to the recent rainfall and high groundwater. Flooding is expected at locations in Britford, Charlton All Saints, Downton and Fordingbridge in close proximity to the River Avon. Further rainfall is forecast this evening and over the next few days, which may cause rivers to react due to the continued high groundwater levels. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please continue to use any flood protection products you may have and act on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 3:30PM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  39. Flood alert Middle Hampshire Avon and tributaries Dorset Council, Hampshire, WiltshireHampshire River Avon
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels remain high in the River Avon due to the recent rainfall and the high groundwater. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers around the tributaries between Salisbury and Ringwood. Further rain is forecast this evening into Friday which may impact river levels. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. Check local authority websites for road closures. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  40. Flood alert River Piddle and tributaries Dorset CouncilRiver Piddle, River Trent
    Message

    This is a Flood Alert update. River levels remain high at South House, Little Puddle and Briantspuddle river gauges. Flooding could still affect locations near the River Piddle, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries between Alton Pancras and Wareham. Further rain is forecast this evening and into Friday which may impact river levels. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. People in this area should continue to monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes

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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. England’s current warnings come from the Environment Agency; Scotland’s come from SEPA Floodline. We check each every 15 minutes. Contains SEPA data © Scottish Environment Protection Agency and database right 2026. Used with permission. The history since 2006 covers Environment Agency warnings in England only. Welsh warnings come from Natural Resources Wales, checked every 15 minutes. Contains Natural Resources Wales information © Natural Resources Wales and Database Right. All rights Reserved. Reused under the Open Government Licence. 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.

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