Flood warnings in England

12 flood alerts in force

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

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

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Flood alert: Somerset coast at Porlock WeirFlood alert: Christchurch HarbourFlood alert: Tidal River Avon at Bristol, Pill and ShirehamptonFlood alert: The Essex coast from Clacton to and including, St Peters Flat and the Colne and Blackwater estuariesFlood alert: The Essex coast at Coalhouse FortFlood alert: The Suffolk and Essex coast from Felixstowe to Clacton including Orwell and Stour estuariesFlood alert: The tidal Deben estuaryFlood alert: Coast at North Morecambe BayFlood alert: Wyre estuary from Fleetwood and Knott End to Little EcclestonFlood alert: Tidal Thames riverside from Putney Bridge to Teddington WeirFlood alert: Humber estuary from Spurn Point to Winestead OutfallFlood alert: North Sea coast at Withernsea, Easington and Kilnsea
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Flood warnings and alerts in 2026

3,871 warnings raised across 941 areas: 3 severe flood warnings, 820 flood warnings and 3,048 flood alerts. February has seen the most.

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8 warnings: Aldingbourne and Barnham Rifes and 2 nearby areas8 warnings: River Leadon catchment8 warnings: Wickham on the River Meon and 3 nearby areas8 warnings: The Suffolk and Essex coast from Felixstowe to Clacton including Orwell and Stour estuaries9 warnings: Wyre estuary from Fleetwood and Knott End to Little Eccleston9 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: 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: 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 Penk13 warnings: Hunstanton coast in Norfolk14 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: Humber estuary from Spurn Point to Winestead Outfall15 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 catchments16 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 areas17 warnings: North Sea coast at Withernsea, Easington and Kilnsea18 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: Coast at North Morecambe Bay19 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 area21 warnings: Rothley Brook at Glenfield and Anstey and 6 nearby areas21 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 River Leen, Day Brook and Tottle Brook in Nottinghamshire Nottingham, NottinghamshireRiver Leen, Day Brook, Tottle Brook
    Message

    Areas most at risk are low-lying recreational areas and roads including High School playing fields on Valley Road and other low lying land and recreational areas, low lying land and roads around the Tottle Brook.

    Thunderstorms are forecast this evening (28/08/2026), with further persistent rainfall throughout the weekend. River levels have fallen, but forecast rainfall could cause a further rise in levels.

    We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions.

    This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 29 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  2. Flood alert Lower River Soar in Leicestershire Derbyshire, Leicestershire, NottinghamshireRiver Soar
    Message

    Forecast high river levels this evening and over the weekend may lead to flooding. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Slash Lane at Sileby and the Mountsorrel to Sileby road. Further thunderstorms are forecast this evening, 28/08/2026, with lighter persistent rainfall through the weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 09:00 on 29 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  3. Flood alert River Maun in Nottinghamshire NottinghamshireRiver Maun
    Message

    Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads around Mansfield, the Sherwood Forest Caravan Park at Clipstone, Edwinstowe, Ollerton, Whitewater Lane at Whitewater Bridge and West Drayton.

    Thunderstorms are forecast this evening (28/08/2026), with further persistent rainfall throughout the weekend. River levels at the Whitewater Bridge Gauge are likely to remain high until 29/08/2026.

    We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions.

    This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 29 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  4. Flood alert River Blythe in Warwickshire Solihull, WarwickshireRiver Blythe
    Message

    Forecast high river levels this afternoon may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 August 2026 . 
    Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blythe between Cheswick Green and Blyth End. This flood alert has been issued as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area. There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and their exact location. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 29 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  5. Flood alert Tributaries in Leicester City Leicester, LeicestershireWillow Brook, Evington Brook, Bushby Brook, Thurnby Brook, Scraptoft Brook, Melton Brook, Braunstone Brook
    Message

    Forecast high river levels this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible this evening, 28 August 2026. Areas most at risk are low-lying roads and land around the brooks in Leicester City, including recreational land where water depths could become hazardous. Areas particularly at risk include those around the Braunstone Brook, Lubbesthorpe Brook, Melton Brook, Saffron Brook, Willow Brook, Bushby Brook, Evington Brook, Thurnby Brook and Scraptoft Brook. Further thunderstorms are forecast this evening, 28/08/2026, with lighter persistent rainfall through the weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 09:00 on 29 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  6. Flood alert River Rea BirminghamRiver Rea
    Message

    Forecast high river levels this afternoon may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 August 2026 . 
    Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Rea between Longbridge and Nechells including Northfield, Kings Norton, Lifford, Stirchley, Selly Park and Digbeth. This flood alert has been issued as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area. There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and their exact location. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 29 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  7. Flood alert Upper Tame at Sandwell Valley Birmingham, Sandwell
    Message

    Forecast high river levels this afternoon may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 August 2026 . 
    Flooding may affect low lying land and roads around Upper Tame at Sandwell Valley. This flood alert has been issued as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area. There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and their exact location. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 29 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  8. Flood alert Upper Tame Birmingham, Dudley, Sandwell, Solihull, Walsall, Warwickshire, WolverhamptonRiver Tame, Ford Brook
    Message

    Forecast high river levels this afternoon may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 August 2026 . 
    Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Tame between Horseley Heath and Castle Vale and the Ford Brook between Walsall and Bescot. This flood alert has been issued as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area. There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and their exact location. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 29 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  9. Flood alert River Stour and Smestow Brook in the Black Country and South Staffordshire Dudley, Sandwell, Staffordshire, Wolverhampton, WorcestershireRiver Stour, Smestow Brook
    Message

    Forecast high river levels this afternoon may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 August 2026 . 
    Flooding may affect low lying land and roads around Halesowen, Stourbridge, Wombourne, Kingswinford and Kinver. This flood alert has been issued as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area. There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and their exact location. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 29 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  10. Flood alert Middle River Don catchment Doncaster, Rotherham, SheffieldRiver Don
    Message

    Forecast rising river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 August 2026 . 
    Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. This may lead to potential flooding at Pastures Road. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 4:00AM on 29 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  11. Flood alert River Sow and River Penk Staffordshire, WolverhamptonSandyford Brook, Ridings Brook, Saredon Brook
    Message

    High river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 August 2026 . 
    Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Sow between Great Bridgeford and Shugborough, the River Penk between Coven and Stafford, the Sandyford Brook, the Rising Brook, the Ridings Brook and the Saredon Brook. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 29 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  12. Flood warning Walverden Water at Nelson LancashireWalverden Water
    Message

    Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding today. 
    Flooding is expected on 28 August 2026 . 
    Due to heavy rainfall, river levels are likely to rise and may cause flooding. Locations most affected will be properties in Nelson on and close to Riverside Business Park, Pendle Industrial Estate, Southfield Street, Brook Street, Sagar Street, Holme Street, Leeds Road, Pendle Community Hospital, Riverside Business Centre and Nelson and Colne College. 
    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes. 

    All warnings here
  13. Flood alert Bourne Brook (Tamworth) Staffordshire, WalsallBourne Brook
    Message

    High river levels remain today and may still lead to flooding.

    Flooding is possible on 28 August 2026 .

    Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Bourne Brook.

    We are closely monitoring the situation .

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

    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 29 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  14. Flood alert Upper Tame at Sandwell Valley Birmingham, Sandwell
    Message

    There is no longer a threat of flooding, though standing water and debris may still remain. 
    Weather conditions are expected to improve and no further flooding is expected.  
    We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary.  
    If you have been evacuated only return to your property once the emergency services have advised that it is safe to do so. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.  

    All warnings here
  15. Flood alert River Blythe in Warwickshire Solihull, WarwickshireRiver Blythe
    Message

    There is no longer a threat of flooding, though standing water and debris may still remain. 
    Weather conditions are expected to improve and no further flooding is expected.  
    We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary.  
    If you have been evacuated only return to your property once the emergency services have advised that it is safe to do so. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.  

    All warnings here
  16. Flood alert River Cole Birmingham, Solihull, Warwickshire, WorcestershireRiver Cole
    Message

    This flood alert has been issued as river levels remain high but are now falling. River and surface water flooding may affect these areas. We urge you to remain vigilant and avoid walking and driving through flood water. We are continuing to actively monitor the situation closely and will issue updates, and further flood alerts and warnings if necessary. You can monitor your local weather conditions and river levels on the GOV.UK website. This message will next be updated by 11am 29/08/2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  17. Flood alert Lower River Soar in Leicestershire Derbyshire, Leicestershire, NottinghamshireRiver Soar
    Message

    River levels have peaked, but forecast rainfall could cause a further rise in level, and the risk of flooding still remains throughout this evening and into tomorrow. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Slash Lane at Sileby and the Mountsorrel to Sileby road. Further heavy rainfall is forecast Friday afternoon, 28/08/2026, with lighter persistent rainfall through the weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 17:00 on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  18. Flood alert Tributaries in Leicester City Leicester, LeicestershireWillow Brook, Evington Brook, Bushby Brook, Thurnby Brook, Scraptoft Brook, Melton Brook, Braunstone Brook
    Message

    River levels have peaked, but forecast rainfall could cause a further rise in level, and the risk of flooding still remains throughout this evening and into tomorrow. Areas most at risk are low-lying roads and land around the brooks in Leicester City, including recreational land where water depths could become hazardous. Areas particularly at risk include those around the Braunstone Brook, Lubbesthorpe Brook, Melton Brook, Saffron Brook, Willow Brook, Bushby Brook, Evington Brook, Thurnby Brook and Scraptoft Brook. Further heavy rainfall is forecast Friday afternoon, 28/08/2026, with lighter persistent rainfall through the weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 17:00 on 28 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  19. Flood alert Loughborough urban watercourses and local tributaries to the River Soar Leicestershire, NottinghamshireBlack Brook
    Message

    River levels have peaked, but forecast rainfall could cause a further rise in level, and the risk of flooding still remains throughout this evening and into tomorrow. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Kingfisher Way, Forest Road, Monarch Way and Belton Road industrial areas from the Wood Brook, the Grace Dieu Brook, Burleigh Brook, Black Brook, Grammar School Brook, Hermitage Brook, Sileby Brook, Long Whatton Brook, King’s Brook and Kingston Brook. Further heavy rainfall is forecast Friday afternoon, 28/08/2026, with lighter persistent rainfall through the weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 17:00 on 28 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  20. Flood alert River Maun in Nottinghamshire NottinghamshireRiver Maun
    Message

    Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads around Mansfield, the Sherwood Forest Caravan Park at Clipstone, Edwinstowe, Ollerton, Whitewater Lane at Whitewater Bridge and West Drayton. Heavy rainfall has passed and isolated showers are forecast today (28/08/2026). River levels at Whitewater Bridge Gauge are likely to remain high until 29/08/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 17:00 PM on 28 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  21. Flood alert River Trent Tributaries in Nottinghamshire Nottingham, NottinghamshireRiver Trent, River Greet, Potwell Dyke, Carr Dyke, Dover Beck, Cocker Beck, Thurgarton Beck, Fairham Brook
    Message

    River levels have fallen however standing water may remain in some areas today 28/08/26. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads around the tributaries of the River Trent in Nottinghamshire, the River Greet, Potwell Dyke, Dover Beck, Cocker Beck, Woodborough Brook, Ouse Dyke, Thurgarton Beck and others. Heavy rainfall has passed and there are isolated showers forecast today (28/08/2026). We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 17:00 PM on 28 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  22. Flood alert River Leen, Day Brook and Tottle Brook in Nottinghamshire Nottingham, NottinghamshireRiver Leen, Day Brook, Tottle Brook
    Message

    River levels have fallen however standing water may remain today, Friday (28/08/26). Areas most at risk are low-lying recreational areas and roads including High School playing fields on Valley Road and other low lying land and recreational areas, low lying land and roads around the Tottle Brook. Heavy rainfall has passed and there are isolated showers forecast today (28/08/2026). We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 17:00 PM on 28 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  23. Flood alert River Stour in Worcestershire Staffordshire, WorcestershireRiver Stour
    Message

    There is no longer a threat of flooding, though standing water and debris may still remain. 
    Further rainfall is forecast but no further flooding is expected.  
    We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary.  
    Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car.  

    All warnings here
  24. Flood alert River Anker and River Sence Leicestershire, Staffordshire, WarwickshireRiver Anker, River Sence
    Message

    High river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 August 2026 . 
    Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Anker between Nuneaton and Tamworth the River Sence between Temple Mill and Ratcliffe Culey. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 29 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  25. Flood warning Smestow Brook at Hinksford StaffordshireSmestow Brook
    Message

    High river levels are causing flooding today. 
    Flooding is expected on 27 August 2026 . 
    Locations most affected will be Flooding may affect properties and roads in Hinksford Park, Greensforge, Flatheridge Cottage and Greensforge Lane areas 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes. 

    All warnings here
  26. Flood warning Tanyard Stream at Kenilworth Warwickshire
    Message

    High river levels are expected to cause flooding today. 
    Flooding is expected on 27 August 2026 . 
    Locations most affected will be properties and roads around Clarendon Road. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes. 

    All warnings here
  27. Flood alert River Stour in Worcestershire Staffordshire, WorcestershireRiver Stour
    Message

    Rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 27 August 2026 . 
    Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Caunsall to Stourport. Other locations that may be affected include Wolverley and Cookley, Blakedown and Kidderminster.
    Further thunderstorms are forecast over the next 2 hours, with low confidence over exact timing and location. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  28. Flood alert River Leen, Day Brook and Tottle Brook in Nottinghamshire Nottingham, NottinghamshireRiver Leen, Day Brook, Tottle Brook
    Message

    River levels have fallen however the risk of flooding remains throughout this evening and into tomorrow (28/08/2026).

    Areas most at risk are low-lying recreational areas and roads including High School playing fields on Valley Road and other low lying land and recreational areas, low lying land and roads around the Tottle Brook.

    Heavy rainfall has passed however there is still a risk of further rainfall from isolated thunderstorms this evening (27/08/2026) and tomorrow (28/08/2026). We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions.

    This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 28 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  29. Flood alert River Trent Tributaries in Nottinghamshire Nottingham, NottinghamshireRiver Trent, River Greet, Potwell Dyke, Carr Dyke, Dover Beck, Cocker Beck, Thurgarton Beck, Fairham Brook
    Message

    River levels have fallen however the risk of flooding remains throughout this evening and into tomorrow (28/08/2026).

    Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads around the tributaries of the River Trent in Nottinghamshire, the River Greet, Potwell Dyke, Dover Beck, Cocker Beck, Woodborough Brook, Ouse Dyke, Thurgarton Beck and others.

    Heavy rainfall has passed however there is still a risk of further rainfall from isolated thunderstorms this evening (27/08/2026) and tomorrow (28/08/2026). We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions.

    This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 28 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  30. Flood alert River Maun in Nottinghamshire NottinghamshireRiver Maun
    Message

    Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads around Mansfield, the Sherwood Forest Caravan Park at Clipstone, Edwinstowe, Ollerton, Whitewater Lane at Whitewater Bridge and West Drayton. Further rainfall from isolated thunderstorms is forecast this evening (27/08/2026) and tomorrow (28/08/2026). River levels at Whitewater Bridge Gauge will remain high until 13:00 on 28/08/2026.

    We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions.

    This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 28 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  31. Flood alert River Erewash in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Derbyshire, NottinghamshireRiver Erewash
    Message

    River levels at the Pinxton River Gauge have fallen but the possibility of flooding still remains today, 27 August 2026. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads around Pinxton, including the Pinxton Wharf access road, Langley Mill, Ilkeston, Stapleford, and the recreation area at Sandiacre. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
    We are closely monitoring the situation.
    Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
    This message will be updated by 10:00am on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  32. Flood alert River Erewash Tributaries in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Derbyshire, NottinghamshireGolden Brook, Beauvale Brook, Bailey Brook, Boundary Brook, Golden Stream
    Message

    River levels at the Trowell River Gauge have fallen but the possibility of flooding still remains today, 27 August 2026. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads around the tributaries to the River Erewash near the border of Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, including Golden Brook and Stream, Boundary Brook, Nut Brook, Bailey Brook, Beauvale Brook and Nether Green Brook. Thunderstorms are forecast over the next 24 hours.
    We are closely monitoring the situation.
    Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
    This message will be updated by 10:00am on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  33. Flood alert Tributaries in South Derbyshire Derby, Derbyshire, Leicestershire, StaffordshireBlack Brook, Coppice Brook, Markeaton Brook, Chaddeston Brook, Wilne Drain, Cuttle Brook, Doles Brook, Ramsley Brook and Carr Brook
    Message

    River levels at the Belper Whitemoor Lane River Gauge have fallen but the possibility of flooding still remains today, 27 August 2026. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads around the tributaries to the River Derwent and River Trent in South Derbyshire, including Black Brook, Coppice Brook, Markeaton Brook, Chaddeston Brook, Wilne Drain, Cuttle Brook, Doles Brook, Ramsley Brook and Carr Brook. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
    We are closely monitoring the situation .
    Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded .
    This message will be updated by 10:00am on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  34. Flood alert Silk Stream and the Deans, Edgware, Dollis, Mutton, Wembley and Wealdstone Brooks Barnet, Brent, Greater London, HarrowSilk Stream; Dollis Brook; Deans Brook; Edgware Brook; Mutton Brook; Wealdstone Brook; Wembley Brook
    Message

    Rising river levels may lead to flooding this evening Thursday 27 August 2026 due to forecast heavy rain and storms. If the heaviest rain affects the Hendon, Wembley, Harrow, Wealdstone, Edgware or Stanmore areas there is the possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur. We expect river levels in areas that receive the heaviest rain to respond by rising quickly. Further heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast tonight Thursday 27 August and into Friday 28 August.

    We are closely monitoring the situation and we are prepared to issue flood warnings if required. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near watercourses.

    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  35. Flood alert Lower Lee tributaries Barnet, Enfield, Essex, Greater London, Haringey, Hertfordshire, Redbridge, Waltham ForestChing Brook, Cobbins Brook, Nazeing Brook, Pymmes Brook, Salmons Brook, Turkey Brook, Small River Lee, Rags Brook, Trinity Marsh Ditch
    Message

    Rising river levels may lead to flooding this evening Thursday 27 August 2026 due to forecast heavy rain and storms. Locations most affected will be Church Road (Boundary Ditch), Chine Road Bridge, St Leonards Road, Elizabeth Close, Middle Street, Turkey Street, Slades Rise, Links Side, World's End, Nazeing, Enfield, Lower Nazeing. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur. We expect river levels in areas that receive the heaviest rain to respond by rising quickly. Further heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast tonight Thursday 27 August and into Friday 28 August.

    We are closely monitoring the situation and we are prepared to issue flood warnings if required. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near watercourses.

    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  36. Flood alert Rivers Beam and Rom Barking and Dagenham, Essex, Greater London, HaveringBeam, Rom
    Message

    Rising river levels may lead to flooding this evening Thursday 27 August 2026 due to forecast heavy rain and storms. Locations most affected will be Abbotts Close, Como Street. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur. We expect river levels in areas that receive the heaviest rain to respond by rising quickly. Further heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast tonight Thursday 27 August and into Friday 28 August.

    We are closely monitoring the situation and we are prepared to issue flood warnings if required. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near watercourses.

    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  37. Flood alert River Pinn and Woodridings Stream Greater London, Harrow, HillingdonRiver Pinn
    Message

    Rising river levels may lead to flooding this evening Thursday 27 August 2026 due to forecast heavy rain and storms. Locations most affected will be Woodhall Gate, Albury Drive, Murray Crescent, Grange Gardens, Chapel Lane, Marsh Road, Hatch End, High Road. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur. We expect river levels in areas that receive the heaviest rain to respond by rising quickly. Further heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast tonight Thursday 27 August and into Friday 28 August.

    We are closely monitoring the situation and we are prepared to issue flood warnings if required. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near watercourses.

    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  38. Flood alert Upper River Colne and Radlett Brook HertfordshireRiver Colne
    Message

    Rising river levels may lead to flooding this evening Thursday 27 August 2026 due to forecast heavy rain and storms. Locations most affected will be Waterside, Lowbell Lane, London Colney, Warrengate Road. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur. We expect river levels in areas that receive the heaviest rain to respond by rising quickly. Further heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast tonight Thursday 27 August and into Friday 28 August.

    We are closely monitoring the situation and we are prepared to issue flood warnings if required. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near watercourses.

    This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  39. Flood alert Bourne Brook (Tamworth) Staffordshire, WalsallBourne Brook
    Message

    High river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 27 August 2026 . 
    Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Bourne Brook. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  40. Flood alert Lower River Soar in Leicestershire Derbyshire, Leicestershire, NottinghamshireRiver Soar
    Message

    Rising river levels this evening may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from overnight on 27 August 2026 . 
    Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Slash Lane at Sileby and the Mountsorrel to Sileby road. Isolated thunderstorms are forecast over the next 24 hours, with low confidence over timing and locations. River levels at Pillings Lock Gauge will rise until 21:00 on 27/08/2026. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses . 
    This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 28 August 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. Warnings in force are the Environment Agency’s own, which we check every 15 minutes. They cover England only: for Wales see Natural Resources Wales, for Scotland SEPA Floodline, and for Northern Ireland nidirect.

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

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