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.

  • 0Severe flood warningsSevere flooding. Danger to life.
  • 1Flood warningFlooding is expected. Immediate action required.
  • 11Flood alertsFlooding is possible. Be prepared.

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

Flood alert: Somerset coast at Porlock WeirFlood alert: Tyne estuaryFlood alert: Hunstanton coast in NorfolkFlood alert: Tidal River Avon at Bristol, Pill and ShirehamptonFlood alert: The north Norfolk coast from East Cley to Kelling Hard, including SalthouseFlood alert: The north Norfolk coast from Old Hunstanton, to and including CleyFlood 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
England’s EA warning areas and Welsh NRW warning points. Select a dot to read it. Welsh points do not show the full affected area. Scottish warnings are listed below; SEPA RSS supplies no coordinates.

Every flood warning since 2006

87,647 warnings raised across 4,554 areas: 499 severe flood warnings, 22,848 flood warnings and 64,300 flood alerts. The busiest year was 2024, with 9,288. January has seen the most.

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Where they were raised

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

149 warnings: Lower Exe area and 3 nearby areas149 warnings: River Sence in Leicestershire and 3 nearby areas149 warnings: River Leadon catchment150 warnings: Groundwater flooding in Hambledon and 2 nearby areas151 warnings: Lower Stour and tributaries and 4 nearby areas152 warnings: River Ure at Boroughbridge Camping and Caravanning Site and 3 nearby areas152 warnings: Middle Avon Rugby to Bidford and 2 nearby areas153 warnings: River Severn at Severn Ham, Tewkesbury and 4 nearby areas153 warnings: River Trent Tributaries in Nottinghamshire153 warnings: River Thames from Shepperton to Molesey and 8 nearby areas155 warnings: Lyme Regis Harbour and 3 nearby areas156 warnings: The Essex coast at Coalhouse Fort and 3 nearby areas157 warnings: Mersey Estuary at Arpley Bridge, Warrington and 11 nearby areas157 warnings: Lower River Nidd catchment and 3 nearby areas157 warnings: Lower River Ure and 2 nearby areas158 warnings: The River Bure, Spixworth Beck and surrounding Becks and 1 nearby area158 warnings: West Cornwall Rivers160 warnings: Cuckmere River160 warnings: River Frome in Herefordshire161 warnings: South Devon coast from Start Point to Dawlish Warren and 1 nearby area164 warnings: Somerset coast at Minehead, Bridgwater, Burnham-on-Sea and Uphill to Kingston Seymour and 1 nearby area167 warnings: The Rivers Wid and Can and 1 nearby area167 warnings: Lower Frome from East Stoke to Wareham and 3 nearby areas168 warnings: Lower River Loddon and 6 nearby areas169 warnings: River Wye in Herefordshire170 warnings: The Essex coast from St Peters Flat to and including Shoeburyness and the Crouch and Roach estuaries and 1 nearby area170 warnings: River Pinn and Woodridings Stream and 6 nearby areas170 warnings: River Ray and its tributaries from Shipton Lee to and including Islip and 3 nearby areas171 warnings: River Arrow and River Alne and 1 nearby area172 warnings: The Suffolk coast from Lowestoft to Bawdsey and 2 nearby areas172 warnings: Middle River Eden172 warnings: River Pang from East Ilsley to Pangbourne and Sulham Brook and 4 nearby areas174 warnings: River Mole and its tributaries from Kinnersley Manor to South Hersham and 2 nearby areas174 warnings: Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent174 warnings: Middle Tame and 4 nearby areas176 warnings: Lower River Calder catchment and 8 nearby areas176 warnings: Coast from Silloth to St Bees and 1 nearby area177 warnings: River Cole and 6 nearby areas178 warnings: Rivers Esk and Irthing184 warnings: Tern and Perry catchments185 warnings: Upper Ouse and 2 nearby areas185 warnings: Weymouth Harbour and 6 nearby areas185 warnings: Lower Frome and tributaries and 2 nearby areas188 warnings: Upper Soar catchment and 1 nearby area189 warnings: East Somerset Rivers191 warnings: Lower River Loddon at the River Thames confluence at Twyford and 5 nearby areas193 warnings: Upper River Ouse and 3 nearby areas193 warnings: Rivers Lowther and Eamont and 2 nearby areas194 warnings: River Severn in Shropshire and 1 nearby area195 warnings: River Cole, Dorcan Brook and South Marston Brook197 warnings: The north Norfolk coast from East Cley to Kelling Hard, including Salthouse and 6 nearby areas198 warnings: Rivers Wampool and Ellen and 3 nearby areas199 warnings: River Stour and Smestow Brook in the Black Country and South Staffordshire and 3 nearby areas201 warnings: Tidal River Ouse from Naburn Lock to Selby and 7 nearby areas201 warnings: Coast at Barrow in Furness and 2 nearby areas203 warnings: River Stour in Worcestershire and 8 nearby areas203 warnings: River Severn in Gloucestershire and 3 nearby areas206 warnings: West coast of Dorset and 4 nearby areas207 warnings: Severn Estuary at Severn Beach and 5 nearby areas208 warnings: Rivers Caldew and Petteril and 1 nearby area209 warnings: River Chew catchment and 2 nearby areas209 warnings: Wye Estuary in Gloucestershire and 2 nearby areas209 warnings: North Bank Road alongside the River Nene, east of Peterborough and west of Dog-in-a-Doublet Sluice and 2 nearby areas210 warnings: Exmoor Rivers and 1 nearby area211 warnings: River Seven catchment and 8 nearby areas212 warnings: Mid Bristol Avon area and 1 nearby area214 warnings: River Erewash in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire and 9 nearby areas215 warnings: Lune estuary south west of Lancaster and 5 nearby areas216 warnings: Middle River Mersey catchment including areas near Bramhall, Stockport, Sale, Altrincham and Urmston and 10 nearby areas216 warnings: River Leen, Day Brook and Tottle Brook in Nottinghamshire and 4 nearby areas216 warnings: The Suffolk coast at Southwold and 3 nearby areas217 warnings: Mansbridge and Riverside Park and 6 nearby areas218 warnings: Langstone to Emsworth Harbour and 8 nearby areas218 warnings: River Lugg south of Leominster and 7 nearby areas219 warnings: Upper River Calder catchment and 8 nearby areas219 warnings: South Devon Rivers and 2 nearby areas219 warnings: River Teign area and 1 nearby area220 warnings: Combe Haven and 7 nearby areas220 warnings: River Anker and River Sence and 2 nearby areas222 warnings: River Dene in South East Warwickshire and 1 nearby area222 warnings: River Trent from Cromwell Weir to Gainsborough and 3 nearby areas223 warnings: River Dart area and 1 nearby area223 warnings: Upper River Eden225 warnings: North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk and 2 nearby areas225 warnings: River Maun in Nottinghamshire and 1 nearby area226 warnings: Rivers Ehen, Calder, Irt and Esk227 warnings: Upper Frome and tributaries and 2 nearby areas230 warnings: Rivers Brathay, Rothay and Winster and 1 nearby area233 warnings: River Leam and River Itchen and 1 nearby area237 warnings: Hayling Island and 7 nearby areas237 warnings: River Severn in Worcestershire and 5 nearby areas237 warnings: Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water242 warnings: River Blythe in Warwickshire and 3 nearby areas244 warnings: South Somerset Rivers, Upper Reaches and 2 nearby areas244 warnings: The Suffolk and Essex coast from Felixstowe to Clacton including Orwell and Stour estuaries and 1 nearby area244 warnings: Climping Seafront and 5 nearby areas244 warnings: Upper Bristol Avon area and 3 nearby areas245 warnings: West Somerset Streams and 4 nearby areas247 warnings: Eastern Yar248 warnings: Rivers Otter and Sid, and Exmouth area and 1 nearby area248 warnings: Somerset coast at Clevedon and 3 nearby areas253 warnings: Rivers Duddon, Crake and Mill Beck254 warnings: Severn estuary from Gloucester to Sharpness and 4 nearby areas257 warnings: River Blackwater and 5 nearby areas259 warnings: Rivers Kent and Bela and 4 nearby areas261 warnings: The tidal Rivers Bure, Ant and Thurne and 2 nearby areas261 warnings: River Sow and River Penk and 4 nearby areas263 warnings: River Trent in Derbyshire and 3 nearby areas265 warnings: Upper Teme and 1 nearby area268 warnings: Middle Exe area and 2 nearby areas274 warnings: South Cornwall coast from Lizard Point to Gribbin Head excluding the Tidal Fal Estuary and 5 nearby areas281 warnings: River Wye in Derbyshire and 9 nearby areas283 warnings: North Sea coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton and 1 nearby area287 warnings: River Avon in Worcestershire and 9 nearby areas292 warnings: River Churnet and River Tean and 5 nearby areas297 warnings: Upper River Aire catchment and 15 nearby areas297 warnings: South East Somerset Rivers, Upper Reaches and 1 nearby area302 warnings: North Devon coast from Hartland Point to Lynmouth and 3 nearby areas304 warnings: Upper Avon River Swift and Clay Coton Brook and 2 nearby areas308 warnings: Tyne and Wear coast and 3 nearby areas308 warnings: The tidal Deben estuary308 warnings: River Thames at Trowlock Island and 8 nearby areas312 warnings: Mersey Estuary at Warrington and 7 nearby areas322 warnings: North Sea coast at Withernsea, Easington and Kilnsea327 warnings: Keswick Campsite and 11 nearby areas339 warnings: Upper River Tamar341 warnings: The north Norfolk coast from Old Hunstanton, to and including Cley and 5 nearby areas345 warnings: Tidal River Avon at Bristol, Pill and Shirehampton348 warnings: River Ouse at Naburn Lock and 11 nearby areas357 warnings: Wyre estuary from Fleetwood and Knott End to Little Eccleston and 5 nearby areas360 warnings: Severn Vyrnwy confluence and 2 nearby areas361 warnings: Lower Dove and 5 nearby areas364 warnings: River Axe area and 3 nearby areas366 warnings: Coast from Gretna to Silloth and 1 nearby area367 warnings: Humber estuary from Spurn Point to Winestead Outfall371 warnings: The tidal River Waveney from Ellingham to Breydon Water and 6 nearby areas372 warnings: North Sea coast from Whitby to Filey and 4 nearby areas376 warnings: Rivers Clyst and Culm and their tributaries and 2 nearby areas382 warnings: The tidal River Yare from Thorpe St Andrew to Breydon Water and 1 nearby area394 warnings: Lower River Eden and 17 nearby areas420 warnings: Christchurch Harbour and 6 nearby areas456 warnings: Dorset coast at Poole Harbour and 5 nearby areas459 warnings: North Cornwall coast from Lands End to Chapel Porth and 5 nearby areas507 warnings: Lower River Soar in Leicestershire and 6 nearby areas524 warnings: The Essex coast from Clacton to and including, St Peters Flat and the Colne and Blackwater estuaries and 1 nearby area540 warnings: West Dorset Rivers and Streams and 8 nearby areas631 warnings: Somerset coast at Porlock Weir and 3 nearby areas669 warnings: Coast at North Morecambe Bay and 1 nearby area906 warnings: North Sea coast at Bridlington and 2 nearby areas964 warnings: Tidal Thames riverside from Putney Bridge to Teddington Weir and 3 nearby areas

Newest first 1,481–1,520 of 87,647

  1. Flood warning River Soar at Zouch Island Leicestershire, NottinghamshireRiver Soar
    Message

    River levels are high, so flooding is still expected. Areas most at risk are Main Street, Upper Holme and Lower Holme on Zouch Island. Properties are still at risk of flooding. Access is likely to be lost to properties on Zouch Island due to high water. Rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
    River levels at Pillings Lock Gauge will remain high until 02/03/26.
    This message will be updated by 17:30 PM on 1 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  2. Flood alert River Thames for the Abingdon area OxfordshireRiver Thames
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high on the River Thames in the Abingdon area. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 1 March 2026. The forecast is for further light rain today, 1 March 2026, before a dry day tomorrow. River levels are high but starting to fall gradually. River levels are expected to remain high and responsive to further rainfall over the coming days.

    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying footpaths and roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Go to River Levels Online for updates on current river levels.

    This message will be updated by 12.00 on 2 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  3. Flood warning River Soar at Cotes and Loughborough Moors LeicestershireRiver Soar
    Message

    High river levels continue to cause flooding. Areas most at risk are Nottingham Road, Moor Lane, Cotes Road and George Road in Loughborough. Cotes, Loughborough Moors and Quorn including the B675 Quorn to Barrow Upon Soar road. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. Levels will remain high until Monday, 02/03/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 17:30 PM 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  4. Flood alert River Thames and tributaries in the Oxford area OxfordshireRiver Thames
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high on the River Thames and other watercourses in the Oxford area. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 1 March 2026. The forecast is for further light rain today, 1 March 2026, before a dry day tomorrow. Levels are stabilising or starting to fall in the area but are expected to remain high and sensitive to further rainfall over the coming days.

    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying footpaths and roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Go to River Levels Online for updates on current river levels.

    This message will be updated by 12.00 on 2 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    High river levels today may lead to flooding. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads around Slash Lane at Sileby, the Mountsorrel to Sileby road, Loughborough, Zouch, Kegworth, the access road from Ratcliffe on Soar to Redhill Marina, the B5328 Cossington Road and the access road to Sileby Mill, the A6006 at Zouch, Soar Lane Sutton Bonnington, Moor Lane Normanton, Station Road at Kegworth, Kegworth Road and The Green Ratcliffe on Soar. River levels at Kegworth Gauge have peaked and are falling, with no further rise forecasted. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 17:00pm on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    High river levels may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible today Sunday 1st March 2026. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Flooding may affect low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury; including Dog Lane Bewdley, Stourport, Diglis & Hylton Road towpath. Flooded drains affect the racecourse & Worcester CCG. PLP should be installed. New St Gate closed at Upton upon Severn.
    Peaks: Bewdley peaked at 2.7m on 28/02. Predicted peaks: Worcester 3.6m to 3.7m this afternoon 01/03, Diglis 3.2m to 3.6m this afternoon 01/03, Kempsey yacht club 5.4m to 5.5m this afternoon 01/03 and Saxons Lode 4.3m to 4.5m this afternoon 01/03.
    Further scattered showers are forecast. 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 02 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  7. Flood warning River Soar at Mountsorrel Lock and riverside properties and mills LeicestershireRiver Soar
    Message

    High river levels continue to cause flooding. Areas most at risk are Betty Hensers Lane, Sileby Road, Mill Lane, Loughborough Road and Syston Road. Mountsorrel Lock and riverside properties and mills are also at risk. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.

    River levels at Pillings Lock Gauge will remain high until 02/03/26.

    This message will be updated by 17:30 PM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  8. Flood alert Middle Avon Rugby to Bidford Coventry, Gloucestershire, Warwickshire, WorcestershireAvon, St Johns, Fishers
    Message

    River levels remain high but are slowly decreasing at the Rugby, Warwick and Stratford river gauges. Therefore, the risk of flooding will remain throughout Sunday. Some light rainfall is forecast, but no further increases are expected, we expect levels to continue to decrease.
    Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Avon between Rugby and Bidford including Warwick, Stratford upon Avon, caravan parks and farmland.

    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Stay away from flood water - it contains hidden dangers such as open man hole covers, sewage and chemicals.

    This message will be updated by 11:00 Monday 2 March or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  9. Flood alert River Thames and tributaries from Buscot Wick down to Kings Lock Gloucestershire, OxfordshireRiver Thames
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high on the River Thames and its tributaries from Buscot Wick down to Kings Lock. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 1 March 2026. The forecast is for further light rain today, 1 March 2026, before a dry day tomorrow. River levels are high and rising gradually in response to recent rainfall. River levels are expected to remain high and responsive to further rainfall over the coming days.


    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying footpaths and roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Go to River Levels Online for updates on current river levels.

    This message will be updated by 12.00 on 2 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  10. Flood alert River Leam and River Itchen Warwickshire, West NorthamptonshireRiver Leam, River Itchen
    Message

    River levels are slowly decreasing at the Eathorpe river gauge. But, the risk of flooding will remain throughout Sunday. Some light rainfall is forecast, but no further increases are expected, we expect levels to continue to decrease.
    Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Leam between Grandborough and Leamington including Kites Hardwick, Birdingbury, Marton, Eathorpe, Hunningham and Offchurch and the River Itchen between Southam and Marton including Long Itchington.

    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Stay away from flood water - it contains hidden dangers such as open man hole covers, sewage and chemicals.

    This message will be updated by 11:00 Monday 2 March or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  11. Flood alert River Thames and its small tributaries from Calcutt to Lechlade Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Swindon, WiltshireRiver Thames, Blunsdon Brook, Water Eaton Brook, Marston Meysey Brook, Share Ditch, Bydemill Brook, Westrop Brook, Downington Brook
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high on the River Thames and its tributaries from Calcutt to Lechlade. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 1 March 2026, especially in the Hannington Wick area. The forecast is for further light rain today, 1 March 2026, before a dry day tomorrow. River levels are high and now stabilising. River levels are expected to remain high and responsive to further rainfall over the coming days.

    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying footpaths and roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Go to River Levels Online for updates on current river levels.

    This message will be updated by 12.00 on 2 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  12. Flood alert Upper Avon River Swift and Clay Coton Brook Leicestershire, Warwickshire, West NorthamptonshireAvon, Swift, Claycoton
    Message

    River levels are slowly decreasing at the Lilbourne and Churchover river gauges. Therefore, the risk of flooding will remain throughout Sunday. Some light rainfall is forecast, but no further increases are expected, we expect levels to continue to decrease.
    Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Avon between Stanford and Rugby, River Swift between Cosford and Rugby and Clay Coton Brook between Yelvertoft and Lilbourne.

    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Stay away from flood water - it contains hidden dangers such as open man hole covers, sewage and chemicals.

    This message will be updated by 11:00 Monday 2 March or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  13. Flood alert Ginge Brook OxfordshireGinge Brook
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high on the Ginge Brook. Flooding of low lying land and roads remains possible today, 1 March 2026, including in the Steventon area. The forecast is for further light rain today, 1 March 2026, before a dry day tomorrow. River levels are high but stable. Levels are expected to remain high and responsive to further rainfall over the next few days.

    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying footpaths and roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Go to River Levels Online for updates on current river levels.

    This message will be updated by 12.00 on 2 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  14. Flood warning River Soar at caravan parks near Barrow upon Soar LeicestershireRiver Soar
    Message

    High river levels continue to cause flooding. Areas most at risk are properties at Huston Close, Proctors Park Road and Mill Lane near the River Soar. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation
    River levels at Pillings Lock Gauge will remain high until 02/03/26.
    This message will be updated by 17:00 PM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  15. Flood alert Bow and Piddle Brook WorcestershirePiddle, Bow
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible today, Sunday 1st March 2026. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the Brooks from Webheath to Defford. Other locations that may be affected include Crowle, Wickenham, Peopleton, Pinvin and Pershore. Local fords may also be flooded. Further scattered showers are forecast. 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 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    River levels remain high but are slowly decreasing at the Polesworth and Mancetter river gauges. Therefore, the risk of flooding will remain throughout Sunday. Some light rainfall is forecast, but no further increases are expected, we expect levels to continue to fall.
    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 monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Stay away from flood water - it contains hidden dangers such as open man hole covers, sewage and chemicals.

    This message will be updated by 11:00 Monday 2 March or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  17. Flood alert Lower Tame StaffordshireRiver Tame
    Message

    River levels are high and steady at the Hopwas river gauge, therefore the risk of flooding will remain throughout Sunday. Some light rainfall is forecast, but no further increases are expected, we expect levels to decrease during Sunday.
    Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Tame between Hopwas and the National Arborteum at Alrewas.

    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Stay away from flood water - it contains hidden dangers such as open man hole covers, sewage and chemicals.

    This message will be updated by 11:00 Monday 2 March or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  18. Flood alert River Worfe Shropshire, Staffordshire, Telford and WrekinRiver Worfe
    Message

    River levels are high following recent heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Crackley Bank to Bridgnorth. Other locations that may be affected include Ryton and Burcote. Water is rising in the drains at Worfield. 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 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    River levels are decreasing at the Hints river gauge, but the risk of flooding will remain throughout Sunday. Some light rainfall is forecast, but no further increases are expected, we expect levels to continue to fall.
    Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Bourne Brook.

    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Stay away from flood water - it contains hidden dangers such as open man hole covers, sewage and chemicals.

    This message will be updated by 11:00 Monday 2 March or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  20. Flood alert Severn Vyrnwy confluence ShropshireRiver Severn, River Vyrnwy
    Message

    Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from the Welsh border at Llawnt to Shrawardine near Shrewsbury. Other locations that may be affected include Llanymynech, Maesbrook and Melverley. Roads between Maesbrook, Melverley and Pentre start to flood. Observed peak:- , Cae Howel 3.67m on 28/02 10PM. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 02 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  21. Flood alert Middle Tame Birmingham, Staffordshire, WarwickshireRiver Tame
    Message

    River levels are high and steady at the Tamworth river gauge, therefore flooding remains possible throughout Sunday. Some light rainfall is forecast, but no further increases are expected, we expect levels to fall during the day.
    Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads between Water Orton and Tamworth including the Bourne Brook at Fazeley.

    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Stay away from flood water - it contains hidden dangers such as open man hole covers, sewage and chemicals.

    This message will be updated by 11:00 Monday 2 March or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  22. Flood alert River Severn in Gloucestershire Gloucestershire, WorcestershireSevern Estuary
    Message

    River levels are expected to remain high over the next few days in response to recent rainfall. Flooding is possible today, Sunday 1st March 2026. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent the River Severn from Tewkesbury to Gloucester. Locations that may be affected include Apperley, Maisemore, Hempstead, Minsterworth Ham and Quedgley. Severn Ham, Tewkesbury starts to fill.
    Peaks:- Mythe peaked at 4.07m on Friday morning 20th February, and Haw Bridge peaked at 5.06m on Friday morning 20th February.
    Further scattered showers are forecast. 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 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  23. Flood warning River Anker at Amington, Tamworth StaffordshireRiver Anker
    Message

    High river levels are causing flooding today. 
    Flooding is expected on 01 March 2026 .  
    River levels along the Anker at the Polesworth and Mancetter gauges are decreasing, but slowly. Therefore, the risk of flooding remains.
    Flooding may affect properties and roads in the Shuttington Road, Amington Old Hall, Amington Park, Filey, Selker Drive and Whitley Avenue areas. 
    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . 
    Stay away from floodwater - it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals . Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 02 March 2026 or as the situation changes. 

    All warnings here
  24. Flood alert Tern and Perry catchments Shropshire, Staffordshire, Telford and WrekinRiver Tern, River Perry
    Message

    Rising river levels today have led to flooding. River levels are expected to remain high over the next few days in response to recent rainfall. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Wolverley to Newport. Other locations that may be affected include Market Drayton, Wem, and Rodington. 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 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  25. Flood alert River Lugg south of Leominster HerefordshireRiver Lugg
    Message

    River levels remain high following recent heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the River Lugg south of Leominster from Stoke Prior to Mordiford. Other locations that may be affected include Bodenham, Lugwardine and Hampton Bishop. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 2nd March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  26. Flood warning River Anker at Polesworth WarwickshireRiver Anker
    Message

    High river levels are causing flooding today. 
    Flooding is expected on 01 March 2026 .  
    River levels along the Anker at the Polesworth and Mancetter gauges are decreasing, but slowly. Therefore, the risk of flooding remains.
    Flooding may affect properties and roads in the Bridge Street, Market Street, Grendon Road, Tamworth Road, Rowland Avenue and Pooley View areas. 
    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . 
    Stay away from floodwater - it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals . Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 02 March 2026 or as the situation changes. 

    All warnings here
  27. Flood alert Upper Soar catchment Leicester, LeicestershireRiver Soar
    Message

    High river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 01 March 2026. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Littlethorpe, Braunstone, Aylestone, Abbey Park, Birstall and Wanlip, and Braunstone Lane East. River levels at Littlethorpe Gauge are falling, but still pose a flood risk. Levels will remain high until 01/03/26. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water & avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  28. Flood warning River Severn at Apperley and The Leigh GloucestershireRiver Severn
    Message

    Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding today. 
    Flooding is expected on 01 March 2026 . 
    Flooding may affect Gabb Lane at Apperley and local caravan parks. Predicted peak at Haw Bridge 4.7m to 4.8m on 01/03 PM. 
    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 02 March 2026 or as the situation changes. 

    All warnings here
  29. Flood alert River Yeo and Parrett, Yeovilton to Huish Episcopi SomersetRiver Yeo, River Parrett
    Message

    A considerable amount of floodwater remains on the Somerset Levels and Moors; low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Yeo are still affected.

    We are utilising the Parrett Relief Channel downstream of this alert area and operating as many pumps as possible as river and water levels on the moors allow, after the overnight rainfall.

    Scattered showers are forecast to clear to the East on Sunday afternoon. Monday is expected to be largely dry and the weather is forecast to be more settled from Tuesday onwards.

    We are closely monitoring the situation, and our Field Teams are operating structures, pumps and clearing debris screens.

    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Don’t put yourself or others at risk.

    This message will be updated by 1PM on 2nd March 2026.

    All warnings here
  30. Flood alert River Yeo and River Parrett Moors around Muchelney and Thorney SomersetRiver Yeo
    Message

    The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi is currently 7.65m and falling. The drain level at Huish Episcopi is 8.15m and stable. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m.

    Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels.

    We are pumping at Long Load, Huish Episcopi and Westover pumping stations, and River Parrett levels are being managed using the Parrett Relief Channel.

    Scattered showers are forecast to clear to the East on Sunday afternoon. Monday is expected to be largely dry and the weather is forecast to be more settled from Tuesday onwards.

    We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 02/03/2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  31. Flood warning River Trent at Catton, Barton under Needwood and Branston Water Park Derbyshire, StaffordshireRiver Trent
    Message

    River levels are slowly rising at the Croxall river gauge and are expected to peak this afternoon. Flooding is expected throughout today 01 March 2026 and overnight. Flooding may affect properties and roads around the Barton Turns area in Barton under Needwood and Lichfield Road area in Branston.
    We are closely monitoring the situation, and no further rain is forecast during today. Activate any flood protection products you may have. Stay away from floodwater - it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals. This message will be updated by 04:00PM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    River levels are decreasing, but remain high at the Castle Farm river gauge, therefore flooding remains possible throughout Sunday. Some light rainfall is forecast, but no further increases are expected, we expect levels to continue to fall.
    Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blythe between Cheswick Green and Blyth End.
    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Stay away from flood water - it contains hidden dangers such as open man hole covers, sewage and chemicals.

    This message will be updated by 11:00 Monday 2 March or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  33. Flood alert Lower Tone and Parrett Moors SomersetRiver Tone, River Parrett
    Message

    The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.06m and stable. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway whilst above 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is currently 6.48m and continuing to fall though still high from past rainfall. Cutts Road and New Road remain closed. Athelney spillway is no longer running and the A361 is open. For the latest levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. We are pumping at Northmoor and Saltmoor and have additional mobile pumps at both stations. Pumping at Currymoor will continue as river levels allow.

    Scattered showers are forecast to clear to the East on Sunday afternoon. Monday is expected to be largely dry and the weather forecast to be more settled from Tuesday onwards.

    We are monitoring the situation closely and checking flood banks, spillways and sluices. Please avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 2nd March 2026.

    All warnings here
  34. 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 today, 1 March 2026, especially in the Shaw area. The forecast is for further light rain today, 1 March 2026, before a dry day tomorrow. Levels are high but stable. We expect river levels to remain high and sensitive to further rainfall over the coming days.

    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying footpaths and roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Go to River Levels Online for updates on current river levels.

    This message will be updated by 12.00 on 2 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  35. Flood warning Curry Moor and Hay Moor SomersetRiver Tone
    Message

    The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.06m and falling. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway whilst above 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is currently 6.48m and falling. Cutts Road and New Road remain closed. The Athelney spillway is not running and the A361 is open. For the latest levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels. We are pumping at Northmoor and Saltmoor and have additional mobile pumps at both stations. Pumping at Currymoor will continue as river levels allow.

    Scattered showers are forecast to clear to the East on Sunday afternoon. Monday is expected to be largely dry and the weather forecast to be more settled from Tuesday onwards.

    We are monitoring the situation closely and checking flood banks, spillways and sluices. Please avoid driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 02/03/2026 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 the River Kennet from Newbury down to Reading. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected today, 1 March 2026, including in the Newbury, Theale and Calcot areas. The forecast is for further light rain today, 1 March 2026, before a dry day tomorrow. Levels are high but stable. We expect river levels to remain high and sensitive to further rainfall over the coming days.

    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying footpaths and roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Go to River Levels Online for updates on current river levels.

    This message will be updated by 12.00 on 2 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  37. Flood warning River Blythe at Blyth End WarwickshireRiver Blythe
    Message

    High river levels are causing flooding today. 
    Flooding is expected on 01 March 2026 .  
    River levels are falling slowly but still remain very high at the Castle Farm gauge. Therefore the risk of flooding remains.
    Flooding may affect properties and roads in the Blyth End area including properties off the Blythe Road area. 
    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . 
    Stay away from floodwater - it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals . Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 02 March 2026 or as the situation changes. 

    All warnings here
  38. Flood warning River Yeo and River Parrett Moors, low lying properties around Muchelney SomersetRiver Yeo
    Message

    The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi is currently 7.65m and falling. The drain level at Huish Episcopi is 8.15m and stable. Property flooding is possible above 8.35m.

    Flooding affects the Langport to Muchelney road when this drain level exceeds 7.3m, the Muchelney to Long Load road above 7.86m, the Muchelney to Thorney road above 7.93m and the Muchelney to Drayton road above 8.8m. For the latest river and drain levels refer to https://check-for-flooding.service.gov.uk/river-and-sea-levels.

    We are pumping at Long Load, Huish Episcopi and Westover pumping stations, and River Parrett levels are being managed using the Parrett Relief Channel.

    Scattered showers are forecast to clear to the East on Sunday afternoon. Monday is expected to be largely dry and the weather forecast to be more settled from Tuesday onwards.

    We continue to monitor the situation and check flood banks and spillways. Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 02/03/2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  39. 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, 1 March 2026, including in the Knighton, Hungerford and Newbury areas. The forecast is for further light rain today, 1 March 2026, before a dry day tomorrow. River levels are high but stable. We expect river levels to remain high and sensitive to further rainfall over the coming days.

    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying footpaths and roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Go to River Levels Online for updates on current river levels.

    This message will be updated by 12.00 on 2 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  40. Flood alert River Sence in Leicestershire LeicestershireRiver Sence
    Message

    High river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 01 March 2026. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including the farmland in Great Glen, Kilby Bridge, South Wigston and Blaby as well as the road at Crow Mills. River levels at South Wigston Gauge are falling, but still pose a flood risk. Levels will remain high until this afternoon, 01/03/26. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water & avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 01 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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