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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  • 8Flood 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: 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: The Suffolk coast at SouthwoldFlood alert: The tidal River Waveney from Ellingham to Breydon WaterFlood alert: The Essex coast from Clacton to and including, St Peters Flat and the Colne and Blackwater estuaries
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.

Every flood warning since 2006

87,650 warnings raised across 4,554 areas: 499 severe flood warnings, 22,848 flood warnings and 64,303 flood alerts. The busiest year was 2024, with 9,288. January has seen the most.

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Where they were raised

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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 areas217 warnings: Mansbridge and Riverside Park and 6 nearby areas217 warnings: The Suffolk coast at Southwold and 3 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 Outfall372 warnings: North Sea coast from Whitby to Filey and 4 nearby areas372 warnings: The tidal River Waveney from Ellingham to Breydon Water and 6 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 areas525 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 1,721–1,760 of 87,650

  1. Flood alert River Meden in Nottinghamshire Derbyshire, NottinghamshireRiver Meden
    Message

    Rising river levels this morning may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 February 2026 . 
    Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads along the River Meden around Warsop, Church Warsop, Meden Vale and Budby. Riverside footpaths, including those around Pleasley should be avoided. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Mansfield Pleasley Gauge will rise until 09:00 on 28/02/2026. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from the morning of 28 February 2026 . 
    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. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Whitewater Bridge Gauge will rise until 16:00 on 28/02/2026. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  3. Flood alert River Wye in Gloucestershire Gloucestershire, HerefordshireRiver Wye
    Message

    Forecast high river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 27 February 2026 . Flooding may affect low lying land and roads along the River Wye. Predicted peaks:- Ross on Wye 3.2m to 3.4m 28/02 PM, Lydbrook 4.0m to 4.2m 28/02 AM. 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 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  4. Flood alert River Ock from Watchfield to Abingdon, and also the Letcombe Brook at Wantage, Grove and East Hanney OxfordshireRiver Ock, Letcombe Brook
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high on the Mill Brook. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to today, 28 February 2026, especially in the areas around Wantage. The forecast is for some further light rain over the weekend. 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 29 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  5. Flood alert River Ray and its tributaries from Shipton Lee to and including Islip Buckinghamshire, OxfordshireRiver Ray, Wootten Brook, Doddershall Brook, Tetchwick Brook, Lugershall Brook, Murswell Hill Brook, Cutters Brook, Piddington Brook, Blackthorn Brook, Panshill Brook, Studley Wood Brook, Beckley Brook, Oddington Brook, Gallos Brook, Chipping Farm Stream
    Message

    River levels are high on the River Ray close to Islip.

    Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue in the Islip area today, 28 February 2026. The forecast is for some further light rain over the weekend. 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 29 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    High river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 February 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. Rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at South Wigston Gauge are falling, but still pose a flood risk. Levels will remain high until this afternoon, 28/02/26. 
    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 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    High river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 February 2026 . 
    Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Sharnford, Croft, Littlethorpe, the Mill on the Soar car park and Falconry. Rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Sharnford Gauge have peaked and remain steady, no further rise forecasted. 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 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  8. Flood warning Whetstone Brook at Whetstone LeicestershireWhetstone Brook
    Message

    High river levels are expected to cause flooding today. 
    Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 . 
    Areas most at risk are Elliot Close, Wright Close, Mawby Close, Badger Drive, Cambridge Road, Brookside, Bridgeway, Brook Street, Anna's Way, High Street, Avon Drive and Greenfields. Whetstone, including Dicken Bridge and Otter Way are also at risk. Rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Whetstone Gauge will rise until 11:00 on 28/02/26. Levels will remain high until 19:00 on 28/02/26. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Start acting on your flood plan if you have one . 
    This message will be updated by 4:00PM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes. 

    All warnings here
  9. Flood alert River Cherwell from Lower Heyford down to and including Oxford OxfordshireRiver Cherwell, Woodeaton Brook, Bayswater Brook, Marston Brook, Peasmoor Brook
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high on the River Cherwell. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 28 February 2026, including areas around Lower Heyford, Kidlington and Thrupp. The forecast is for some further light rain over the weekend. 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 29 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  10. Flood alert River Evenlode from Moreton in Marsh to Cassington and also the River Glyme at Wootton and Woodstock Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, WarwickshireRiver Evenlode, River Glyme
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high on the River Glyme. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 28 February 2026, especially in the Shipton and Woodstock areas. The forecast is for some further light rain over the weekend. 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 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 29 February 2026, or as the situation changes.

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

    High river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 February 2026 . 
    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 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  12. Flood alert Upper River Derwent East Riding of Yorkshire, North YorkshireRiver Derwent, Sea Cut, River Hertford, Burniston Beck
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible today, Saturday 28th February 2026. Showers are expected to continue throughout today that will keep levels elevated. Locations most affected will be the Upper Derwent and Scarborough areas, including land around the Sea Cut at Scalby, Throxenby Beck, Old Malton, Priorpot Beck in Norton and areas in the Vale of Pickering. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water, and avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9:00PM on 28th February 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  13. Flood alert River Dikler from Condicote to Little Rissington GloucestershireRiver Dikler
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels remain high but are now stable on the Dikler following recent rainfall. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 28 February 2026, including around Bourton on the Water. The forecast is for some further light rain over the weekend. 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 29 February 2026, or as the situation changes.

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

    Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from the morning of 28 February 2026 . Further light rainfall is forecast during Saturday. 
    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 . 
    Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car . Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high on the River Windrush. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 28 February 2026, including areas around Bourton on the Water, Witney, and Newbridge. The forecast is for some further light rain over the weekend. 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 29 February 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  16. Flood alert River Leach from Northleach to Mill Lane near Lechlade Gloucestershire, OxfordshireRiver Leach
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high, but falling on the River Leach. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 28 February 2026, including in the Lechlade-on-Thames area. The forecast is for some further light rain over the weekend. We expect river levels to continue falling but will remain 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 29 February 2026, or as the situation changes.

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

    High river levels may lead to flooding. A Flood Warning is in force for the River Coln from Fossebridge to Quennington.

    River levels are high on the River Coln. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 28 February 2026, especially in the areas around Fossebridge, Coln St Dennis, and Bibury. The forecast is for some further light rain over the weekend. 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 29 February 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  18. Flood alert River Churn and its tributaries Gloucestershire, WiltshireRiver Churn, Hilcot Brook, Daglingworth Stream, Gumstool Brook
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high on the River Churn. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 28 February 2026, especially near Cerney Wick. The forecast is for some further light rain over the weekend. We expect 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 29 February 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  19. Flood alert River Great Ouse from Brackley to Thornborough Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, West NorthamptonshireRiver Great Ouse
    Message

    Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 February 2026 . 
    Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Areas most at risk are those around the River Great Ouse from Brackley to Thornborough, including Padbury Brook. We are not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. 
    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 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  20. Flood warning River Coln from Fossebridge to Quennington GloucestershireRiver Coln
    Message

    High river levels on the River Coln may cause flooding.

    River levels are high but stable on the River Coln. Flooding of property and roads remains possible 28 February 2026, especially nearest the River Coln in the Fossebridge and Coln St Dennis areas. The forecast is for some further light rain over the weekend. River levels are expected to remain high and sensitive to any further rain over the coming days.

    We are closely monitoring the situation.

    Activate any flood protection products you may have. Go to River levels online for updates on current river levels. Stay away from flood water - it contains hidden dangers such as open man hole covers, sewage and chemicals.

    This message will be updated by 19:00 on the 28 February 2026, or as the situation changes.

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

    Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding today. 
    Flooding is expected from the morning of 28 February 2026 . Some further light rain is expected during Saturday. 
    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 . Activate any flood protection you may have. Call 999 if in danger. 
    This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes. 

    All warnings here
  22. Flood alert River Salwarpe WorcestershireRiver Salwarpe
    Message

    High river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 February 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 from Catshill to Hawford. Other areas that may be affected include Stoke Heath, Stoke Prior, Elmley Lovett, Droitwich Spa and Ombersley. 
    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 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  23. Flood alert River Leadon catchment Gloucestershire, Herefordshire, WorcestershireLeadon, Glynch
    Message

    High river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 February 2026 for the next 24 hours. 
    Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the River Leadon. Locations that may be affected include Ledbury, Much Marcle, Staunton, Tibberton and Wedderburn Bridge may now be impassable. Water is over the road at Upleadon Court. 
    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 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  24. Flood warning Stainfield Beck in Stainfield LincolnshireStainfield Beck
    Message

    Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this morning. 
    Flooding is expected from the morning of 28 February 2026 . 
    Heavy rainfall is currently falling over the Stainfield Beck catchment and expected to continue for the next few hours. The Village Hall and cottages on Main Road in Stainfield are expected to be affected first. 
    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . 
    Start acting on your flood plan if you have one . 
    This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes. 

    All warnings here
  25. Flood alert River Amber in Derbyshire DerbyshireRiver Amber
    Message

    High river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 February 2026 . 
    Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads along the River Amber around Ambergate. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Wingfield Park gauge are expected to remain high until 15:00 on 28/02/2026. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    High river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 February 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. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Pinxton gauge are falling, but still pose a flood risk. Levels are expected to remain high until 12:00 noon on 28/02/2026. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  27. Flood warning Keswick Campsite CumberlandDerwentwater
    Message

    Lake and River levels remain high due to recent rainfall. Levels have peaked and are expected to fall slowly thoughout the day. This Flood Warning is expected to remain in force until this evening. This morning will be cloudy with a few light shows, drier this afternoon so we expect levels to continue to fall throughout the day.

    Locations most affected will be around the shores of Derwent Water Lake.

    We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .

    This message will be updated by 8:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  28. Flood alert Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water CumberlandDerwent, Stonethwaite Beck
    Message

    Lake and River levels remain high due to recent rainfall. Levels have peaked and are expected to fall slowly thoughout the day. This Flood Warning is expected to remain in force until this evening. This morning will be cloudy with a few light shows, drier this afternoon so we expect levels to continue to fall throughout the day.

    Locations most affected will be around the shores of Derwent Water Lake.

    We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .

    This message will be updated by 8:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  29. Flood alert Hundred Foot Washes in Cambridgeshire and Norfolk Cambridgeshire, NorfolkOld Bedford River, New Bedford River, Hundred Foot Drain, River Delph
    Message

    River levels remain high but are now falling after the recent heavy rainfall. This information is correct as of 7.30am Saturday 28th February 2026. The causeway at Welney has up to 2 cm of water on the road. There are no issues for the causeway at Earith or at Sutton Gault. Due to the uneven surface of the roads, water may be deeper in places. The Environment Agency are liaising with Norfolk Highways who will decide whether to close the Welney road. For more information about the causeway at Welney, please visit the 'Welney Flood Watch' Facebook group. Please note that the content of this group does not represent the views of the Environment Agency. We are not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. Some further rainfall is forecast for throughout the day and evening. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:00pm Saturday 28th February 2026 or as the situation changes

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  30. Flood warning River Anker at Leather Mill WarwickshireRiver Anker
    Message

    High river levels are expected to cause flooding this morning. 
    Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 . 
    Flooding may affect properties and roads in the Leather Mill area including properties on Leathermill Lane. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels. 
    Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and Activate any flood protection products you may have. 
    This message will be updated by 2:00PM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes. 

    All warnings here
  31. Flood warning River Anker at Nuneaton Town Centre WarwickshireRiver Tame
    Message

    Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this morning. 
    Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 . 
    Flooding may affect properties and roads in the Nuneaton Town Centre area. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels. 
    Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and Activate any flood protection products you may have. 
    This message will be updated by 2:00PM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes. 

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  32. Flood warning Barlings Eau in Langworth LincolnshireBarlings Eau
    Message

    Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this morning. 
    Flooding is expected from the morning of 28 February 2026 . 
    Heavy rainfall is currently falling over the Barlings Eau catchment and expected to continue over the next few hours. Properties on Main Road in Langworth are expected to be affected first. 
    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . 
    Start acting on your flood plan if you have one . 
    This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes. 

    All warnings here
  33. Flood alert Lower River Ems Hampshire, West SussexRiver Ems
    Message

    The River Ems is high following weeks of rain. Minor flood impacts affecting fields, Brook Meadows, rural roads, and gardens will continue. Very little rain is forecast Saturday but river levels will not fall far. More rain is forecast on Sunday (5-10mm). River levels will rise a small amount, and only minimal flood impacts are expected. River levels will remain higher than normal for weeks. Unsettled weather could continue into March, and therefore further periods of flood risk are possible. We are closely monitoring the situation operating our structure at Constant Springs, and clearing debris screens. Consider activating any flood protection products you may have in Westbourne and Emsworth, flooding may occur quickly. This message will be updated by 20:00 01/03/2026.

    All warnings here
  34. Flood alert Barlings Eau and Duckpool Catchwater LincolnshireBarlings Eau, Duckpool Catchwater
    Message

    Rising river levels this morning have led to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from the morning of 28 February 2026 . 
    Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is likely and therefore flood warnings are expected to be issued. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .Avoid low lying roads, near rivers which may be flooded. 
    This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  35. Flood alert Rase and Upper Ancholme LincolnshireRiver Rase, River Ancholme
    Message

    Rising river levels this morning has led to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from the morning of 28 February 2026 . 
    Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Our forecasts indicate that flooding to properties isn't likely and therefore flood warnings are not expected to be issued. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation .The A631 road at Bishopbridge is expected to be affected by flood water. 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .Avoid low lying roads, near rivers which may be flooded. 
    This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  36. Flood alert River Trent in Derbyshire Derby, Derbyshire, LeicestershireRiver Trent
    Message

    High river levels over the next 3 days may lead to flooding. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Willington, Barrow upon Trent, Swarkestone, Bargate Lane and the access roads to Willington Meadows, the Twyford Village access road, Church Lane at Barrow, and Ingleby Lane. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Willington gauge will remain high until at least Monday, 02/03/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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  37. Flood warning River Soar at Sharnford including Croft Mill LeicestershireRiver Soar
    Message

    Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this morning. 
    Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 . 
    River levels at Sharnford Gauge are rising due to heavy rain.

    Areas most at risk are Leicester Road, Fox Hollies, Sharnbrook Gardens and Coventry Road. Sharnford, Soar Mill and Croft are also at risk. 
    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 February 2026 or as the situation changes. 

    All warnings here
  38. Flood warning Hilton Brook at Sutton on the Hill and Uttoxeter Road Hilton DerbyshireHilton Brook
    Message

    High river levels are expected to cause flooding today. 
    Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 . 
    Flooding may affect properties and roads in the Sutton on the Hill and Uttoxeter Road, Hilton areas. 
    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . Activate any flood protection products you may have. 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes. 

    All warnings here
  39. 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

    Rising river levels this morning may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 28 February 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 is forecast over the next 06 hours. River levels at Lowdham Gauge are rising rapidly due to the nature of the catchment 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  40. Flood warning River Meden at Pleasley Derbyshire, NottinghamshireRiven Meden
    Message

    Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this morning. 
    Flooding is expected from the morning of 28 February 2026 . 
    Areas most at risk are properties at Chesterfield Road North, Meden Square near Pleasley Springs, and Outgang Lane. Rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. River levels at Mansfield Pleasley Gauge are rising rapidly due to the nature of the catchment 
    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . 
    Start acting on your flood plan if you have one & avoid contact with flood water. 
    This message will be updated by 2:00PM on 28 February 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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