Flood warnings in England, Scotland and Wales

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

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Flood alert: Somerset coast at Porlock WeirFlood alert: The tidal River Waveney from Ellingham to Breydon WaterFlood alert: Tidal River Avon at Bristol, Pill and Shirehampton
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Flood warnings and alerts in 2026

3,894 warnings raised across 941 areas: 3 severe flood warnings, 822 flood warnings and 3,069 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 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 River Waveney from Ellingham to Breydon Water and 1 nearby area11 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 areas13 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: The Essex coast from Clacton to and including, St Peters Flat and the Colne and Blackwater estuaries14 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 Chertsey Bourne Bracknell Forest, Surrey, Windsor and MaidenheadChertsey Bourne, The Moat, Moat
    Message

    High river levels today may lead to flooding.

    Flooding is possible on 1 March 2026.

    River levels are high on the Chertsey Bourne. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 1 March 2026, especially in areas of Chertsey close to the River Bourne. Light rainfall is forecast for today with tomorrow expected to be dry. We expect river levels to stay high over the next few days.

    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities.

    Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Go to River levels online for updates on current river levels.

    This message will be updated by 8:00PM on 2 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  2. Flood alert River Yeo and Parrett, The Levels SomersetRiver Yeo, River Parrett, Kings Sedgemoor Drain, River Sowy
    Message

    A considerable amount of water remains on the Somerset Levels and Moors. Flooding is still affecting the low-lying moors near the Rivers Yeo, Parrett, Sowy and Kings Sedgemoor Drain.

    We are maximising use of the River Sowy (Parrett Relief Channel) as river levels and water levels on the moors allow.

    Pumping stations are operating around Langport and temporary pumps over-pump at Dunball sluices during high tide, when water cannot gravitate into the River Parrett.

    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
  3. Flood warning River Soar at Barrow upon Soar LeicestershireRiver Soar
    Message

    High river levels continue to cause flooding. Areas most at risk are Barrow Road, Bridge Street and River View. Properties and roads in Barrow upon Soar 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
  4. Flood alert West Somerset Streams SomersetHorner Water, River Aller, Washford River, Hawkcombe Stream, Monksilver Stream, Doniford Stream
    Message

    The river level on the Washford River at Beggearn Huish remains high. Flooding is possible as a result.

    Areas at risk include the Horner Water, River Aller, Washford River, Hawkcombe Stream, Monksilver Stream, Doniford Stream and their tributaries, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected.

    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 checking rivers for blockages.

    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Remain aware of local water levels and weather conditions and don’t put yourself or others at risk.

    This message will be updated by 1:00PM on 02 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  5. 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
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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
  16. 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
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. 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
  25. 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
  26. 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
  27. 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
  28. 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
  29. 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
  30. 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
  31. 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
  32. 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
  33. 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
  34. 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
  35. 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
  36. 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
  37. 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
  38. 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
  39. 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
  40. 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

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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