Flood warnings in England, Scotland and Wales

1 flood warning and 11 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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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: Tyne estuaryFlood alert: Hunstanton coast in NorfolkFlood alert: Tidal River Avon at Bristol, Pill and ShirehamptonFlood alert: The north Norfolk coast from Old Hunstanton, to and including CleyFlood alert: The north Norfolk coast from East Cley to Kelling Hard, including SalthouseFlood alert: Wyre estuary from Fleetwood and Knott End to Little EcclestonFlood alert: Coast at North Morecambe BayFlood 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 warning: North Sea coast at Hornsea
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Flood warnings and alerts in 2026

3,890 warnings raised across 941 areas: 3 severe flood warnings, 822 flood warnings and 3,065 flood alerts. February has seen the most.

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8 warnings: Wickham on the River Meon and 3 nearby areas8 warnings: The Suffolk and Essex coast from Felixstowe to Clacton including Orwell and Stour estuaries8 warnings: North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk9 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Allen Vale at Monkton Up Wimborne and Wimborne St Giles and 2 nearby areas9 warnings: Upper Tame at Sandwell Valley and 1 nearby area9 warnings: River Churnet and River Tean9 warnings: River Cober and 1 nearby area9 warnings: Lower River Ure9 warnings: Ings Beck and Oakenshaw Beck and 1 nearby area9 warnings: River Thames and tributaries in the Oxford area9 warnings: River Thames for the Abingdon area9 warnings: River Blackwater and 3 nearby areas9 warnings: River Rye catchment and 1 nearby area9 warnings: Lower Derwent in Derbyshire9 warnings: Lower River Witham and 2 nearby areas9 warnings: Lower Dove Brooks and Egginton Brook in Derbyshire9 warnings: Bow and Piddle Brook9 warnings: Upper Bristol Avon area and 1 nearby area9 warnings: River Leam and River Itchen9 warnings: Middle Nene and 1 nearby area9 warnings: Combe Haven and 2 nearby areas9 warnings: Rivers Clyst and Culm and their tributaries and 2 nearby areas9 warnings: The tidal River Yare from Thorpe St Andrew to Breydon Water9 warnings: The tidal Deben estuary10 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Lambourn Valley catchment10 warnings: Groundwater flooding in East Kent and 1 nearby area10 warnings: Groundwater flooding in Twyford and Hensting and 1 nearby area10 warnings: River Trent in Nottinghamshire10 warnings: River Thames from Shepperton to Molesey and 1 nearby area10 warnings: Upper River Derwent10 warnings: Hundred Foot Washes in Cambridgeshire and Norfolk10 warnings: River Evenlode from Moreton in Marsh to Cassington and also the River Glyme at Wootton and Woodstock10 warnings: Witham in South Kesteven10 warnings: Upper Ouse and 1 nearby area10 warnings: Upper River Tamar10 warnings: Upper Soar catchment and 1 nearby area10 warnings: North Sea coast at Hornsea and 1 nearby area10 warnings: The tidal River Waveney from Ellingham to Breydon Water and 1 nearby area11 warnings: Groundwater flooding in West Ilsley, East Ilsley, Compton, Chilton and West Hagbourne11 warnings: River Coln from Fossebridge to Quennington11 warnings: Wyre estuary from Fleetwood and Knott End to Little Eccleston11 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the West of Dorset and 1 nearby area11 warnings: River Ouse at York - riverside properties and 2 nearby areas11 warnings: Middle Hampshire Avon and tributaries and 1 nearby area11 warnings: South Cornwall coast from Gribbin Head to Rame Head and 1 nearby area11 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Cranborne Chase area and 2 nearby areas11 warnings: River Thames and tributaries from Buscot Wick down to Kings Lock and 1 nearby area11 warnings: Upper River Ouse11 warnings: Middle Tame and 2 nearby areas11 warnings: Bourne Brook (Tamworth)11 warnings: Middle Avon Rugby to Bidford and 1 nearby area11 warnings: West Cornwall Rivers11 warnings: Riseley Brook in Bedford Borough11 warnings: Upper River Colne and Radlett Brook11 warnings: River Wreake in Leicestershire11 warnings: Rothley Brook, Quorn Brook and Sileby Brook in Leicestershire11 warnings: The tidal Rivers Bure, Ant and Thurne12 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Great Shefford area12 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Alton area12 warnings: Groundwater flooding in Bishops Sutton and 1 nearby area12 warnings: North Sea coast from Whitby to Filey and 3 nearby areas12 warnings: Rivers in the Forest of Dean and 1 nearby area12 warnings: South Cornwall coast from Lizard Point to Gribbin Head excluding the Tidal Fal Estuary and 3 nearby areas12 warnings: River Cherwell from Lower Heyford down to and including Oxford and 1 nearby area12 warnings: River Wreake for mills at Hoby, Thrussington and Ratcliffe12 warnings: River Frome in Herefordshire12 warnings: River Tove in Northamptonshire12 warnings: River Axe area and 3 nearby areas12 warnings: Monks Brook and 4 nearby areas12 warnings: Tyne and Wear coast and 2 nearby areas12 warnings: The Essex coast from Clacton to and including, St Peters Flat and the Colne and Blackwater estuaries13 warnings: Lukely Brook and 4 nearby areas13 warnings: Lower River Loddon at the River Thames confluence at Twyford and 3 nearby areas13 warnings: River Ray and its tributaries from Shipton Lee to and including Islip and 2 nearby areas13 warnings: Severn Vyrnwy confluence13 warnings: River Severn in Worcestershire and 3 nearby areas13 warnings: River Cole13 warnings: River Anker and River Sence and 2 nearby areas13 warnings: River Severn in Gloucestershire and 1 nearby area13 warnings: River Arrow and River Alne and 1 nearby area13 warnings: Upper Avon River Swift and Clay Coton Brook13 warnings: River Sow and River Penk14 warnings: River Soar at caravan parks near Barrow upon Soar and 2 nearby areas14 warnings: River Wye in Derbyshire and 1 nearby area14 warnings: Groundwater flooding in Hambledon and 2 nearby areas14 warnings: Groundwater flooding for the North Winterborne, north of the A354 and 2 nearby areas14 warnings: Groundwater flooding for the Ebble Valley and 5 nearby areas14 warnings: West Dorset Rivers and Streams and 5 nearby areas14 warnings: River Avon in Worcestershire and 4 nearby areas14 warnings: River Salwarpe and 1 nearby area14 warnings: River Sence in Leicestershire and 2 nearby areas14 warnings: Hunstanton coast in Norfolk15 warnings: Groundwater flooding in West Dean, Singleton, Charlton, East Dean and Chilgrove and 1 nearby area15 warnings: Groundwater flooding for the Iwerne and 4 nearby areas15 warnings: Barlings Eau and Duckpool Catchwater and 8 nearby areas15 warnings: East coast of Dorset and 2 nearby areas15 warnings: Tern and Perry catchments15 warnings: Humber estuary from Spurn Point to Winestead Outfall16 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Bourne Valley - The Winterbournes and 1 nearby area16 warnings: Lower Dove Brooks in Staffordshire and 4 nearby areas16 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Salisbury Plain area and 1 nearby area16 warnings: River Yeo and Parrett, Yeovilton to Huish Episcopi and 2 nearby areas16 warnings: Groundwater flooding for the South Winterbourne Valley and 2 nearby areas16 warnings: River Dene in South East Warwickshire and 1 nearby area17 warnings: River Lugg south of Leominster17 warnings: Somerset coast at Porlock Weir17 warnings: Groundwater flooding in Finchdean, Dean Lane End and Rowlands Castle and 6 nearby areas18 warnings: Groundwater flooding in upper River Ems Valley and 4 nearby areas18 warnings: River Wylye and tributaries and 4 nearby areas18 warnings: River Blythe in Warwickshire and 1 nearby area18 warnings: River Stour and Smestow Brook in the Black Country and South Staffordshire and 1 nearby area19 warnings: Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water19 warnings: North Sea coast at Bridlington and 1 nearby area19 warnings: River Leen, Day Brook and Tottle Brook in Nottinghamshire and 2 nearby areas20 warnings: Lower Tone and Parrett Moors and 3 nearby areas20 warnings: River Yeo and Parrett, The Levels20 warnings: River Ock from Watchfield to Abingdon, and also the Letcombe Brook at Wantage, Grove and East Hanney20 warnings: River Dikler from Condicote to Little Rissington20 warnings: South Devon coast from Start Point to Dawlish Warren and 1 nearby area20 warnings: River Erewash in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire and 2 nearby areas20 warnings: Chertsey Bourne and 1 nearby area20 warnings: North Sea coast at Withernsea, Easington and Kilnsea21 warnings: Rothley Brook at Glenfield and Anstey and 6 nearby areas21 warnings: Coast at North Morecambe Bay21 warnings: Lower Avon and tributaries and 1 nearby area22 warnings: River Bourne and tributaries and 2 nearby areas22 warnings: Minor Watercourses from Heighington to Dunston and 5 nearby areas22 warnings: River Trent in Derbyshire and 2 nearby areas22 warnings: River Trent Tributaries in Nottinghamshire22 warnings: Weymouth Rivers and Streams22 warnings: Christchurch Harbour and 5 nearby areas23 warnings: B1040 Thorney to Whittlesey Road to the South of the River Nene and 2 nearby areas24 warnings: River Churn and its tributaries24 warnings: Ginge Brook24 warnings: River Piddle and tributaries and 3 nearby areas25 warnings: Middle Hampshire Avon from Salisbury to Ringwood and 7 nearby areas25 warnings: Tributaries in Leicester City and 6 nearby areas26 warnings: River Trent from Cromwell Weir to Gainsborough and 1 nearby area27 warnings: Lower Frome and tributaries and 2 nearby areas28 warnings: River Yeo and River Parrett Moors around Muchelney and Thorney and 1 nearby area28 warnings: River Thame, Horsenden Stream and Chalgrove Brook32 warnings: River Thames at Trowlock Island and 2 nearby areas33 warnings: River Windrush from Bourton to Newbridge34 warnings: River Maun in Nottinghamshire and 1 nearby area38 warnings: River Coln and its tributaries and 1 nearby area41 warnings: River Kennet and its tributaries from Berwick Bassett down to Newbury45 warnings: River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury45 warnings: Tidal Thames riverside from Putney Bridge to Teddington Weir63 warnings: Lower River Soar in Leicestershire and 4 nearby areas66 warnings: River Pang from East Ilsley to Pangbourne and Sulham Brook and 1 nearby area

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  1. Flood alert Coast at North Morecambe BayTidal Lancashire, Westmorland and FurnessIrish Sea
    Message

    High tides today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from 10:15 to 14:15 on 22/03/2026. 
    Locations most affected will be low lying coastal roads and footpaths in the area of coastline at North Morecambe Bay from Roosebeck to Carnforth including low lying areas around Ulverston, Greenodd, Haverthwaite, Flookburgh, Grange-over-Sands, Levens, Milnthorpe, Sandside, Arnside and Silverdale. No further high tides meet the requirements for a Flood Alert.

    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 9:00AM on 23 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  2. Flood alert Groundwater flooding in the Upper Aldbourne Valley WiltshireGroundwater
    Message

    Groundwater levels are now falling steadily. We do not expect further flooding and the flood alert has been removed. 
    Rivers and streams remain full due to high groundwater levels and will react rapidly to further rainfall. Groundwater levels will remain sensitive to further rainfall over the coming weeks. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further. 
    We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary.  
    Septic tanks may need emptying as soakaways may not work for some time. Don't put yourself or others at risk.

    All warnings here
  3. Flood alert Tidal Thames riverside from Putney Bridge to Teddington WeirTidal Greater London, Hammersmith and Fulham, Hounslow, Richmond upon Thames, WandsworthRiver Thames
    Message

    High tides overnight may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from 1:45 AM to 5:45 AM on 21/03/2026. 
    The forecast high tide at Richmond is 4.62 mAOD at 3:45 AM on 21/03/2026.

    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 90 cubic metres per second and is falling slowly. We anticipate the flows to fall slowly 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 9:00AM on 21 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  4. Flood alert Groundwater flooding in West Dean, Singleton, Charlton, East Dean and Chilgrove West SussexGroundwater
    Message

    Groundwater is high, very close to the surface, but now falling. Springs will continue to appear, water will be in fields, small amounts of water will flow down roads, groundwater will affect the ability of the sewage network to operate in East Dean, Charlton, Singleton and West Dean, and may appear in a small number of basements. No rain is forecast over the next 5 days to Tuesday 24/03/2026. Groundwater at both Chilgrove and East Dean boreholes is expected to continue to fall. It is probable that groundwater will continue to fall throughout March, although groundwater flood impacts may not reduce until April. If there is persistent, or exceptional rainfall in late March, groundwater flood impacts may remain for longer. Take care on roads that flood (Chilgrove, West Dean, Singleton, East Dean). Ensure pumps work. We will update this message by 18:00 24/03/2026.

    All warnings here
  5. Flood alert Groundwater flooding in upper River Ems Valley West SussexGroundwater
    Message

    Groundwater is high, very close to the surface, but slowly falling at the Compton borehole. Springs will continue to appear, water will be in fields, and water will flow down roads, including Stoughton main road, the road from East Marden, between Cooks Lane and Barley Mow in Walderton, and the B2146 near Woodlands Lane. Groundwater will also affect a small number of cellars in Stoughton and Walderton. No rain is forecast over the next 5 days to Tuesday 24/03/2026. Groundwater at Compton borehole is expected to continue to fall. It is probable that groundwater will continue to fall throughout March, although groundwater flood impacts may not reduce until April. If there is persistent, or exceptional rainfall in late March, groundwater flood impacts may remain for longer. Take care on roads that flood (Stoughton, Walderton). Ensure pumps work. We will update this message by 18:00 24/03/2026.

    All warnings here
  6. Flood alert Groundwater flooding in East Kent KentGroundwater
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    High groundwater levels may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible to low lying land, roads and properties with basements around the following areas: Petham Bourne, Alkham bourne and Nailbourne including Alkham, Temple Ewell, Elham, Barham, Bishopsbourne, Bridge, Patrixbourne and Bekesbourne. Groundwater levels in East Kent have risen following significant rainfall during January and early February. As a result of the substantial rainfall during this period, the Nailbourne continues to flow along its full course. Since late February, conditions have become noticeably drier, and groundwater levels are beginning to fall. We are closely monitoring the situation and we are operating the Littlebourne Relief Channel. Keep up to date with groundwater levels on the 'Check for Flooding' site on gov.uk . Riparian owners are reminded to keep rivers on their land clear. This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 27 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  7. Flood alert Tidal River Avon at Bristol, Pill and ShirehamptonTidal City of Bristol, North Somerset, South GloucestershireRiver Avon
    Message

    High tides tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from 08:30 to 09:30 on 21 March 2026. 
    The detailed tidal forecast for those who use it is for a peak level at Avonmouth. The forecast high water is at 08:45 AM on 21/03/2026 with a level of 7.40 mAODN with North East force 2 winds (mAODN is height above average sea level). Please note all tide times are in local time and refer to the high water time at Avonmouth. 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. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Avoid coastal footpaths, which may be flooded . 
    This message will be updated by 1:00PM on 21 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  8. Flood warning Groundwater flooding in the Bourne Valley - The Winterbournes Hampshire, WiltshireGroundwater
    Message

    High groundwater levels are causing flooding. Groundwater levels in Salisbury Plain are high but slowly falling. Areas that could be affected include: Winterbourne Gunner, Winterbourne Dauntsey, Winterbourne Earls and Laverstock . The groundwater level at the Clarendon borehole is at 71.00m, and remains reactive to further rainfall. High groundwater levels will influence the level of the River Bourne as well, increasing the risk of 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. 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 23 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  9. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the South Winterbourne Valley Dorset CouncilGroundwater
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    High groundwater levels are causing 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 has fallen to 117.39m. Levels are falling slowly but still remain high. There is no rainfall forecast in the next few days. 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 23rd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  10. Flood alert Tidal Thames riverside from Putney Bridge to Teddington WeirTidal Greater London, Hammersmith and Fulham, Hounslow, Richmond upon Thames, WandsworthRiver Thames
    Message

    High tides today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from 1:45 PM to 5:45 PM on 20/03/2026. 
    The forecast high tide at Richmond is 4.75 mAOD at 3:45 PM on 20/03/2026.

    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 90 cubic metres per second and is falling slowly. We anticipate the flows to fall slowly 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 8:00PM on 20 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  11. Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
    Message

    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.

    All warnings here
  12. Flood alert River Kennet and its tributaries from Berwick Bassett down to Newbury Swindon, West Berkshire, WiltshireRiver Kennet, River Og, River Aldbourne, Froxfield Stream, River Dun, River Shalbourne
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

    River levels are high on the River Dun in Hungerford. Flooding of low lying land and roads remains possible today, 20 March 2026, the Hungerford area. The forecast is for a dry day today and remaining settled for the next few days. River levels are falling and we expect them 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 10:00AM on 21 March 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  13. Flood alert River Pang from East Ilsley to Pangbourne and Sulham Brook Oxfordshire, West BerkshireRiver Pang, Sulham Brook
    Message

    High levels may lead to flooding in some places.

    River levels are high along parts of the River Pang. Flooding of some low-lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 20 March 2026, especially around Tidmarsh. 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.

    All warnings here
  14. Flood alert River Windrush from Bourton to Newbridge Gloucestershire, OxfordshireRiver Windrush
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

    River levels are high on sections of the River Windrush. Flooding of some low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 20 March 2026, including the areas around Bourton on the Water and Newbridge. 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.

    All warnings here
  15. Flood alert River Coln and its tributaries GloucestershireRiver Coln, Dudgrove Brook
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

    River levels are high on sections of the River Coln. Flooding of some low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 20 March 2026, especially in the area around Fossebridge. 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.

    All warnings here
  16. Flood alert Coast at North Morecambe BayTidal Lancashire, Westmorland and FurnessIrish Sea
    Message

    High tides today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from 10:00 to 14:00 on 20/03/2026. 
    Locations most affected will be low lying coastal roads and footpaths in the area of coastline at North Morecambe Bay from Roosebeck to Carnforth including low lying areas around Ulverston, Greenodd, Haverthwaite, Flookburgh, Grange-over-Sands, Levens, Milnthorpe, Sandside, Arnside and Silverdale. The high tide tonight will be below the Flood Alert threshold, but will exceed it again tomorrow lunchtime between 11:45 and 15:45 hours. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 21 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  17. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the Till WiltshireGroundwater
    Message

    High groundwater levels are cause flooding. Groundwater levels in Salisbury Plain are beginning to fall but remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Tilshead, Orcheston, Shrewton and Berwick St James. The groundwater level at the Tilshead borehole is at 98.29m, and is expected to slowly fall. The forecast remains dry for the next 5 days. 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. 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 23rd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  18. Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
    Message

    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.

    All warnings here
  19. Flood alert River Kennet and its tributaries from Berwick Bassett down to Newbury Swindon, West Berkshire, WiltshireRiver Kennet, River Og, River Aldbourne, Froxfield Stream, River Dun, River Shalbourne
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

    River levels are high on the River Dun in Hungerford. Flooding of low lying land and roads remains possible today, 19 March 2026, especially in the Hungerford area. The forecast is for a dry day today and remaining settled for the next few days. River levels are falling and we expect them 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.

    All warnings here
  20. Flood alert River Pang from East Ilsley to Pangbourne and Sulham Brook Oxfordshire, West BerkshireRiver Pang, Sulham Brook
    Message

    High levels may lead to flooding in some places.

    River levels are high along parts of the River Pang. Flooding of some low-lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 19 March 2026, especially around Tidmarsh. 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.

    All warnings here
  21. Flood alert River Windrush from Bourton to Newbridge Gloucestershire, OxfordshireRiver Windrush
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

    River levels are high on sections of the River Windrush. Flooding of some low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 19 March 2026, including the areas around Bourton on the Water and Newbridge. 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.

    All warnings here
  22. Flood alert River Coln and its tributaries GloucestershireRiver Coln, Dudgrove Brook
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

    River levels are high on sections of the River Coln. Flooding of some low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 19 March 2026, especially in the area around Fossebridge. 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.

    All warnings here
  23. Flood alert Tidal Thames riverside from Putney Bridge to Teddington WeirTidal Greater London, Hammersmith and Fulham, Hounslow, Richmond upon Thames, WandsworthRiver Thames
    Message

    High tides today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM on 19/03/2026. 
    The forecast high tide at Richmond is 4.60 mAOD at 3:00 PM on 19/03/2026.

    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 100 cubic metres per second and is falling slowly. We anticipate the flows to fall slowly 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 8:00PM on 19 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  24. Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
    Message

    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.

    All warnings here
  25. Flood alert River Kennet and its tributaries from Berwick Bassett down to Newbury Swindon, West Berkshire, WiltshireRiver Kennet, River Og, River Aldbourne, Froxfield Stream, River Dun, River Shalbourne
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.

    River levels are high on the River Dun in Hungerford. Flooding of low lying land and roads remains possible today, 18 March 2026, especially in the Hungerford area. The forecast is for a dry night. River levels are 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.

    All warnings here
  26. Flood alert River Pang from East Ilsley to Pangbourne and Sulham Brook Oxfordshire, West BerkshireRiver Pang, Sulham Brook
    Message

    High levels may lead to flooding in some places.
    River levels are high along parts of the River Pang. Flooding of some low-lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 18 March 2026, especially around Tidmarsh. 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.

    All warnings here
  27. Flood alert River Windrush from Bourton to Newbridge Gloucestershire, OxfordshireRiver Windrush
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.
    River levels are high on sections of the River Windrush. Flooding of some low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 18 March 2026, including the areas around Bourton on the Water and Newbridge. 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.

    All warnings here
  28. Flood alert River Coln and its tributaries GloucestershireRiver Coln, Dudgrove Brook
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding in some places.
    River levels are high on sections of the River Coln. Flooding of some low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 18 March 2026, especially in the area around Fossebridge. 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.

    All warnings here
  29. Flood alert Groundwater flooding in Denmead HampshireGroundwater
    Message

    Groundwater levels have been falling steadily. We do not expect further flooding and the flood alert has been removed. 
    Rivers and streams remain full due to high groundwater levels and will react rapidly to further rainfall. Sewerage system impacts may continue during March. 
    We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary.  
    Septic tanks may need emptying as soakaways may not work for some time. You are advised to take the opportunity to check any pumps are in good working order and that stocks of sandbags are replenished.

    All warnings here
  30. Flood alert Groundwater flooding in Bishops Sutton HampshireGroundwater
    Message

    Groundwater levels in Bishops Sutton are high but relatively stable. Currently, groundwater is very close to the level we expect cellar flooding to affect a small number of properties. Dry weather is forecast from Wednesday 18/03/2026 to Sunday 22/03/2026. Groundwater levels are expected to slowly fall over the next week. If the weather forecast is favourable next week, this Flood Alert could be removed. 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 18:00 25/03/2026.

    All warnings here
  31. Flood alert Groundwater flooding in Hambledon HampshireGroundwater
    Message

    Groundwater levels in Hambledon are high but slowly falling. At the borehole at Whitedale Farm, the level has fallen by 3.3m in the last week. Flooding is expected to be affecting cellars in the village. Sewerage system impacts are likely to be still ongoing. Dry weather is forecast from Wednesday 18/03/2026 to Sunday 22/03/2026. Groundwater levels will continue to slowly fall this week. If the weather forecast remains favourable next week, this Flood Alert will be removed. We are closely monitoring the situation and liaising with Hambledon Flood Action Group. 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 18:00 25/03/2026.

    All warnings here
  32. Flood alert Groundwater flooding in villages surrounding Andover Hampshire, WiltshireGroundwater
    Message

    Groundwater levels in villages surrounding Andover remain very high. Cellar flooding is expected to be ongoing in Appleshaw, Hatherden and possibly Penton Grafton. Sewerage system impacts are expected be occurring in Appleshaw and Penton Mewsey. In Penton Grafton, the main road is flooded. Dry weather is forecast from Wednesday 18/03/2026 to Sunday 22/03/2026. Groundwater levels are expected to slowly fall in all villages during the next week. 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. Please remove any valuables stored in cellars. This message will be updated by 18:00 25/03/2026.

    All warnings here
  33. Flood alert Groundwater flooding in Deane and Ashe in North Hampshire HampshireGroundwater
    Message

    Groundwater levels in Deane and Ashe are high but slowly falling. At the borehole in Oakley, the level peaked on Saturday 14/03/2026 and has since fallen by 7cm. Flooding could affect the ability of septic tanks to operate effectively. Dry weather is forecast from Wednesday 18/03/2026 to Sunday 22/03/2026. River levels and flood risk are likely to remain for weeks. 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 18:00 25/03/2026.

    All warnings here
  34. Flood warning Groundwater flooding for the North Winterborne, north of the A354 Dorset CouncilGroundwater
    Message

    High groundwater levels are expected to continue to cause flooding. The groundwater level at the Delcombe Wood borehole remains high at 134.35m above sea level. Flooding is expected for: Turnworth, Winterborne Stickland, Winterborne Houghton, Clenston, Whatcombe and Whitechurch. Levels are starting to fall steadily. No further rainfall is forecast this week and groundwater levels remain reactive. 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 19th March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  35. Flood alert River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury West BerkshireRiver Lambourn, Great Shefford Stream, Winterbourne Stream
    Message

    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.

    All warnings here
  36. Flood alert River Kennet from Thatcham down to Reading Reading, West Berkshire, WokinghamRiver Kennet
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high on parts of the River Kennet from Newbury down to Reading. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 18 March 2026, especially in the Calcot area. The forecast is for it to be dry today and tomorrow. River levels are falling 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.

    All warnings here
  37. Flood alert River Kennet and its tributaries from Berwick Bassett down to Newbury Swindon, West Berkshire, WiltshireRiver Kennet, River Og, River Aldbourne, Froxfield Stream, River Dun, River Shalbourne
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high on parts of the River Kennet and its tributaries from Berwick Bassett down to Newbury. Flooding of low lying land and roads remains possible today, 18 March 2026, including the Hungerford area. The forecast is for it to be dry today and tomorrow. River levels 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.

    All warnings here
  38. Flood alert River Pang from East Ilsley to Pangbourne and Sulham Brook Oxfordshire, West BerkshireRiver Pang, Sulham Brook
    Message

    High levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high along parts of the River Pang. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 18 March 2026, especially around Tidmarsh. 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.

    All warnings here
  39. Flood alert River Thame, Horsenden Stream and Chalgrove Brook Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire, OxfordshireRiver Thame, Horsenden Stream, Chalgrove Brook
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high on the Chalgrove Brook through Chalgrove. River levels along the River Thame are below the flood risk threshold. Flooding of low lying land and roads in the Chalgrove area remains possible today, 18 March 2026. The forecast is for it to be dry today and tomorrow. We expect levels to remain high 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.

    All warnings here
  40. Flood alert River Windrush from Bourton to Newbridge Gloucestershire, OxfordshireRiver Windrush
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high on the River Windrush. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 18 March 2026, including the areas around Bourton on the Water and Newbridge. 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.

    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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