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.

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  • 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 since 2006

4,277 warnings raised across 95 areas: 17 severe flood warnings, 1,443 flood warnings and 2,817 flood alerts. The busiest year was 2024, with 497. January has seen the most.

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1 warning: Lower Stour from Longham to Christchurch1 warning: River Yeo from Yeovil to Limington4 warnings: River Yeo and Parrett, Upper Reaches8 warnings: River Brit at Netherbury and 1 nearby area8 warnings: Groundwater flooding for the Crane11 warnings: Upper Frome at Dorchester16 warnings: Shreen Water from Colesbrook to Bay Bridge and 1 nearby area19 warnings: River Yeo from Sherborne to Yeovil21 warnings: Dorset coast at Swanage Bay and 1 nearby area23 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Allen Vale at Monkton Up Wimborne and Wimborne St Giles and 3 nearby areas30 warnings: Middle Hampshire Avon from Salisbury to Ringwood34 warnings: Groundwater flooding for the North Winterborne, north of the A354 and 2 nearby areas34 warnings: Middle Hampshire Avon and tributaries38 warnings: River Brit at Newtown, and Southgate Old Mill, Beaminster and 1 nearby area42 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Cranborne Chase area and 2 nearby areas42 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the West of Dorset and 1 nearby area55 warnings: River Cale and tributaries65 warnings: Purbeck Rivers and Streams73 warnings: River Axe (Upper) from Winsham to Axminster, including Chard Junction and Weycroft77 warnings: Upper Frome at Maiden Newton and 1 nearby area80 warnings: Dorset coast at Chiswell and 2 nearby areas105 warnings: Middle Stour and tributaries and 1 nearby area112 warnings: Middle Stour from Hammoon to Sturminster Marshall and 4 nearby areas112 warnings: Weymouth Rivers and Streams121 warnings: Lower Avon and tributaries and 1 nearby area133 warnings: Upper Stour and tributaries and 1 nearby area142 warnings: Lower Stour and tributaries and 3 nearby areas155 warnings: Lyme Regis Harbour and 3 nearby areas167 warnings: Lower Frome from East Stoke to Wareham and 3 nearby areas185 warnings: Weymouth Harbour and 6 nearby areas185 warnings: Lower Frome and tributaries and 2 nearby areas206 warnings: West coast of Dorset and 4 nearby areas227 warnings: Upper Frome and tributaries and 2 nearby areas235 warnings: South Somerset Rivers, Upper Reaches and 1 nearby area265 warnings: River Axe area297 warnings: South East Somerset Rivers, Upper Reaches and 1 nearby area408 warnings: Dorset coast at Poole Harbour and 2 nearby areas540 warnings: West Dorset Rivers and Streams and 8 nearby areas

Newest first 121–160 of 4,277

  1. Flood alert Weymouth Rivers and Streams Dorset CouncilWey, Jordan, Pucksey Brook
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    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 this evening into Friday 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 27 February 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. 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. 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 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    This is a flood alert update. River levels are dropping, but remain 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 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. 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 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  4. Flood warning Middle Hampshire Avon from Salisbury to Ringwood Dorset Council, Hampshire, WiltshireHampshire River Avon
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    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 have had a few days of drier weather, but further rainfall is forecast starting tomorrow, Thursday 26 February, which may cause levels to rise once again into the weekend. 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 26 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  5. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the Tarrant Valley Dorset Council, WiltshireGroundwater
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    High groundwater levels are expected to cause flooding. Groundwater levels in Cranborne Chase are falling slowly, but remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Tarrant Gunville, Tarrant Hinton, Tarrant Monkton, Tarrant Rawston, Tarrant Launceston and Stubhampton. The groundwater level at the Rushmore borehole is at 133.27m. Further rainfall is forecast starting tomorrow, Thursday 26 February, which may cause levels to rise again into the weekend. High groundwater levels will also increase the impacts of any fluvial flooding. 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. 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 4 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  6. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the Gussage Dorset Council, WiltshireGroundwater
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    High groundwater levels are expected to cause flooding. Groundwater levels in Cranborne Chase are falling slowly, but remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Gussage St. Andrew, Gussage St Michael and Gussage All Saints. The groundwater level at the Rushmore borehole is at 133.27m. We have had a few days of drier weather, but further rainfall is forecast starting tomorrow, Thursday 26 February, which may cause levels to rise once again into the weekend. High groundwater levels will also increase the impacts of any fluvial flooding. 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. 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 4 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  7. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the Crichel Dorset CouncilGroundwater
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    High groundwater levels are expected to cause flooding. Groundwater levels in Cranborne Chase are falling slowly, but remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Cheetle, Long Crichel and Moor Crichel. The groundwater level at the Rushmore borehole is at 133.27m. We have had a few days of drier weather, but further rainfall is forecast starting tomorrow, Thursday 26 February, which may cause levels to rise once again into the weekend. High groundwater levels will also increase the impacts of any fluvial flooding. 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. 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 4 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  8. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the Crane Dorset Council, HampshireGroundwater
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    High groundwater levels are expected to cause flooding. Groundwater levels in Cranborne Chase are falling slowly, but remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Pentridge and Cranborne. The groundwater level at West Woodyates borehole is currently at 104.52m, and is expected to remain high. We have had a few days of drier weather, but further rainfall is forecast starting tomorrow, Thursday 26 February, which may cause levels to rise once again into 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, roads may have become damaged. 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 4 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  9. Flood warning Groundwater flooding in the Allen Vale at Monkton Up Wimborne and Wimborne St Giles Dorset CouncilGroundwater
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    High groundwater levels are expected to cause flooding. Groundwater levels in Cranborne Chase are falling slowly, but remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Monkton Up Wimborne and Wimborne St Giles. The groundwater level at West Woodyates borehole is currently at 104.52m, and is expected to remain high. We have had a few days of drier weather, but further rainfall is forecast starting tomorrow, Thursday 26 February, which may cause levels to rise once again into 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. 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 4 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  10. Flood warning Groundwater flooding in the Allen Vale at Sixpenny Handley Dorset Council, WiltshireGroundwater
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    High groundwater levels are expected to cause flooding. Groundwater levels in Cranborne Chase are falling slowly, but remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Sixpenny Handley. The groundwater level at West Woodyates borehole is currently at 104.52m, and is expected to remain high. We have had a few days of drier weather, but further rainfall is forecast starting tomorrow, Thursday 26 February, which may cause levels to rise once again into 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. 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 4 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  11. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the Bere Stream at Bere Regis Dorset CouncilGroundwater
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    High groundwater levels are expected to cause flooding. Groundwater levels in West Dorset have peaked and are falling slowly, but remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Bere Regis. The groundwater level at Delcombe Wood borehole is currently 141.76m, and is expected to remain high. We have had a few days of drier weather, but further rainfall is forecast starting tomorrow, Thursday 26 February, which may cause levels to rise once again into 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 2:00PM on 4 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  12. Flood alert Weymouth Rivers and Streams Dorset CouncilWey, Jordan, Pucksey Brook
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    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. It will remain dry today but rain is forecast for Thursday and Friday 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 26 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  13. 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. It will remain dry today but rain is forecast for Thursday and 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. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 26 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  14. Flood alert Middle Hampshire Avon and tributaries Dorset Council, Hampshire, WiltshireHampshire River Avon
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    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. It will remain dry today but rain is forecast for Thursday and 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 10:00 AM on 26 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    This is a flood alert update. River levels are dropping, but remain 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. It will remain dry today but rain is forecast for Thursday and 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. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 26 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  16. 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 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. It will remain dry today but rain is forecast for Thursday and 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 10:00 AM on 26 February 2026 or as the situation changes

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  17. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the North Winterborne, south of the A354 Dorset CouncilGroundwater
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    High groundwater levels are expected to cause flooding. Groundwater levels in West Dorset are high and remain reactive to further rainfall. Areas that could be affected include: Winterbourne Whitechurch, Winterbourne Kingston, Winterbourne Zelston and Newton Perverill. The groundwater level at the Delcombe Wood borehole is at 142.06m, and remains above the flood warning threshold. 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. Flooding of roads is expected, take particular care when driving, both for your own safety and to prevent flooding. 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 2:30PM on 3 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  18. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the Bere Stream Dorset CouncilGroundwater
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    Flooding is expected as a result of high groundwater levels. Groundwater levels in West Dorset are high. Areas that could be affected include: Milton Abbas and Milborne St. Andrew. The groundwater level at the Delcombe Wood borehole is currently 142.06m, the level is starting to fall but remains reactive to further rainfall. 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 2:00PM on 3 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  19. Flood warning Groundwater flooding in the Cerne Valley Dorset CouncilGroundwater
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    High groundwater levels are expected to cause flooding. Groundwater levels in West Dorset are high and remain reactive to further rainfall. Areas that could be affected include: Charminster and nearby areas. The groundwater level at the Dickley Down borehole is at 164.18m. 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 2:00PM on 3 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  20. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the Devils Brook Dorset CouncilGroundwater
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    High groundwater levels are expected to cause flooding. Groundwater levels in West Dorset are beginning to fall but remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Dewlish and Chesilbourne. The groundwater level at the Doles Ash borehole is at 122.52m, levels are slowly starting to fall but remain reactive to further rainfall. 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. 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 11:15AM on 3 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  21. 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 122.52m, levels are slowly starting to recede but remain high and reactive to further rainfall. 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 3 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  22. 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 164.515m and is expected to remain high. 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 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  23. 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 121.43m. 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 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  24. 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 115.012m, and is expected to remain high. 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 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  25. 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 142.273m above sea level. Flooding is expected for: Turnworth, Winterborne Stickland, Winterborne Houghton, Clenston, Whatcombe and Whitechurch. No rainfall is expected over the next couple days but another band of rain is forecast from Thursday. This will keep levels high. 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 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  26. 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 105.317m, there is further rainfall expected this week from Thursday which may lead to levels rising again 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. 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 2nd March 2026.

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  27. 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 164.515m, further rainfall over from Thursday may cause levels to rise again by 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 2nd March 2026.

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  28. 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 115.012m, further rainfall is expected from Thursday, which may cause levels to rise again 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 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  29. 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 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  30. 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 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  31. Flood warning Upper Frome from Maiden Newton to Dorchester Dorset CouncilDorset Frome All warnings here
  32. Flood alert Middle Stour and tributaries Dorset CouncilRiver Stour, River Lodden All warnings here
  33. Flood alert Upper Stour and tributaries Dorset Council, Somerset, WiltshireRiver Stour, River Lodden, River Shreen All warnings here
  34. Flood warning Lower Frome from Dorchester to East Stoke Dorset CouncilDorset Frome All warnings here
  35. Flood warning River Wey from Upwey to Weymouth Dorset CouncilRiver Wey All warnings here
  36. Flood alert Purbeck Rivers and Streams Dorset CouncilSwan Brook, Corfe Stream All warnings here
  37. Flood alert West Dorset Rivers and Streams Devon, Dorset CouncilRiver Asker, River Brit, River Bride, River Char, River Lim All warnings here
  38. Flood alert River Axe area Devon, Dorset Council, SomersetRiver Coly, River Yarty, Umborne Brook All warnings here
  39. Flood alert East coast of Dorset Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, Dorset CouncilEnglish Channel All warnings here
  40. Flood alert Middle Stour and tributaries Dorset CouncilRiver Stour, River Lodden All warnings here

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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