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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  • 5Flood 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: Tidal River Avon at Bristol, Pill and ShirehamptonFlood 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
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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

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

    Forecast high river levels overnight may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from the early hours of 27 February 2026 . 
    Flooding may affect low lying land and roads around Halesowen, Stourbridge, Wombourne, Kingswinford and Kinver. 
    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . 
    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 11:00PM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  2. Flood alert Lower Dove Derbyshire, StaffordshireRiver Dove
    Message

    Forecast high river levels overnight may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from the early hours of 27 February 2026 . 
    Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Dove between Rocester and Clay Mills. 
    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . 
    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 11:00AM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  3. 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 falling slowly on the River Coln. Flooding of property and roads remains possible, especially nearest the River Coln in the Fossebridge and Coln St Dennis areas. The forecast is for some rain overnight tonight, 26 February 2026 and further rain tomorrow and into the weekend. River levels are expected to remain high and sensitve 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 12:00 on the 27 February 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  4. Flood alert River Churnet and River Tean StaffordshireRiver Churnet, River Tean
    Message

    Forecast high river levels overnight may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from the early hours of 27 February 2026 . 
    Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Churnet between Leek and Rocester and the River Tean between Adderley and Spath including Cecilly Brook at Cheadle. 
    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . 
    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 11:00AM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  5. Flood alert Groundwater flooding in West Ilsley, East Ilsley, Compton, Chilton and West Hagbourne West BerkshireGroundwater
    Message

    High groundwater levels may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible  
    Groundwater levels are high at our Hodcot borehole affecting West Ilsley, East Ilsley, Compton, Chilton and West Hagbourne where flooding of low-lying areas roads is possible. The groundwater level is higher than normal for this time of year at this location and is continuing to rise. Due to the nature of groundwater flooding, this situation could continue for several weeks or longer. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take particular care when driving both for your own safety and to prevent flooding to others . 
    This message will be updated by 12:00PM on 03 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  6. Flood alert Lower Derwent in Derbyshire Derby, Derbyshire, LeicestershireRiver Derwent
    Message

    Forecast high river levels overnight may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 27 February 2026 . 
    Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Church Wilne, Draycott, and Wilne Lane between Draycott and Sawley. Heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Church Wilne gauge are forecast to begin rising from 19:00 on 26/02/2026. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  7. Flood alert River Arrow and River Alne Warwickshire, WorcestershireArrow, Alne
    Message

    Forecast high river levels overnight may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from the early hours of 27 February 2026 . 
    Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Arrow between Studley and Salford Priors and the River Alne between Bird in Hand and Alcester on the River Alne including farmland and caravan parks. 
    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . 
    Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded . 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    Forecast high river levels overnight may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 27 February 2026 . 
    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. Heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Willington gauge are forecast to begin rising from 22:00 on 26/02/2026. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    Forecast high river levels overnight may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from the early hours of 27 February 2026 . 
    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 . 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  10. Flood alert River Wye in Derbyshire DerbyshireRiver Wye
    Message

    Forecast high river levels overnight may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 27 February 2026 . 
    Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Ashford and Bakewell areas. Heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Ashford in the Water gauge are forecast to begin rising from 20:00 on 26/02/2026. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  11. Flood alert Upper Teme Herefordshire, ShropshireRiver Teme, River Onny, River Corve
    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 adjacent the River Teme, River Onny and River Corve and their tributaries. Locations that may be affected include Bishops Castle, Church Stretton, Knighton and Ludlow. Predicted peaks:- Onibury 1.7m to 2.0m 27/02 AM, flooding is not forecast at other gauge locations. 
    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 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    Forecast rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from the early hours of 27 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. Rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. River levels at Whitewater Bridge Gauge will begin rising at 17:00 on 26/02/2026. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    Forecast rising river levels tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from the morning of 27 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 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 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  14. Flood alert Severn Vyrnwy Confluence ShropshireRiver Severn, River Vyrnwy
    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 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. Predicted peaks:- Llanymynech 3.1m to 3.5m on 27/02 AM, Cae Howel 3.4m to 3.9m on 27/03 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 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    High groundwater levels may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible . Little rain (10mm) has been recorded in the last week. 
    The rate at which groundwater levels are rising in Denmead has started to slow. Water is flowing into the road and could affect the sewage network in operating as efficiently. From Thursday 26/02/2026 to Monday 02/03/2026, only small amounts of rain are expected in Hampshire. Groundwater levels in Denmead will begin to stabilise during the next week. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed . 
    This message will be updated by 6:00PM on 05 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  16. Flood warning Keswick campsite CumberlandDerwentwater
    Message

    High river levels are expected to cause flooding today. 
    Flooding is expected on 26 February 2026 . 
    Locations most affected will be around the shores of Derwent Water Lake, this is due to the persistent rainfall experienced overnight and today. Rain is due to ease overnight. However, further rain is expected tomorrow and into the weekend. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 7:00AM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes. 

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

    Forecast rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from the early hours of 27 February 2026 . 
    Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Kingfisher Way, Forest Road and Monarch Way in Loughborough and the Grace Dieu Brook, Burleigh Brook, Grammar School Brook, Hermitage Brook, Sileby Brook, Long Whatton Brook, King’s Brook and Kingston Brook in Shepshed. Rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. River levels at Shepshed Gauge will begin rising from 21:00pm on 26/02/26. 
    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 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  18. 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 in response to recent rainfall. Flooding is expected on the Hundred Foot Washes for the next few days. This information is correct as of 3:30pm Thursday 26th February 2026. The causeway at Sutton Gault has approx 10cm of water on the road. The causeway at Welney has up to 21cm of water on the road. Flood water is receding from the causeway at Earith. 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. 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. Some light rainfall is forecast for this evening and throughout Friday. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 8:00am Friday 27th February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  19. Flood warning Middle Hampshire Avon at Britford, Salisbury WiltshireHampshire River Avon
    Message

    River levels remain high due to recent rainfall and the high groundwater. Flooding is expected. The areas of Britford that are most at risk include Lower Road and Church Lane. Further rainfall is forecast this evening and over the next few days, which may cause rivers to react due to the continued high groundwater levels. We will continue to monitor the situation . Please continue to use any flood protection products you may have and act on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 3:30PM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  20. Flood warning Middle Hampshire Avon from Salisbury to Ringwood Dorset Council, Hampshire, WiltshireHampshire River Avon
    Message

    River levels remain high due to the recent rainfall and high groundwater. Flooding is expected at locations in Britford, Charlton All Saints, Downton and Fordingbridge in close proximity to the River Avon. Further rainfall is forecast this evening and over the next few days, which may cause rivers to react due to the continued high groundwater levels. We will continue to monitor the situation. Please continue to use any flood protection products you may have and act on your flood plan if you have one. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 3:30PM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    High groundwater levels may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible . Very little rain (9mm) has fallen in the last week. 
    Groundwater levels in Hambledon remain relatively stable. Currently, widespread cellar flooding is expected. Groundwater is infiltrating sewers and causing issues with overflowing manholes. Fareham Road is closed, and water is flowing onto the road on the north side of East Street. From Thursday 26/02/2026 to Monday 02/03/2026, only small amounts of rain are expected in Hampshire. Groundwater levels in Hambledon are expected to begin slowly falling during the weekend. Flooding impacts are expected to decrease over the next week. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation and liaising with Hambledon Flood Action Group. 
    Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed . 
    This message will be updated by 6:00PM on 05 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  22. Flood alert River Lavant West SussexRiver Lavant
    Message

    The River Lavant remains high at Graylingwell following weeks of rain.

    Minor flood impacts will continue affecting fields, roads and gardens. Very little rain is forecast on Thursday but river levels will not fall far. More rain is forecast on Friday from 00:00 to 06:00 (5-10mm). River levels could rise a small amount, but only minimal flood impacts are expected. However, a less likely scenario suggests 20mm of rain could be possible, which may cause minor flooding at Sheepwash Lane, Pook Lane, the Green, and bridges across the river in East Lavant.

    We are operating structures in Westhampnett for the Flood Alleviation Scheme.

    Don't put yourself or others at risk. Avoid roads that flood (Sheepwash Lane). Report blockages to 0800 80 70 60.

    This message will be updated by 20:00 27/02/2026.

    All warnings here
  23. Flood alert Aldingbourne and Barnham Rifes West SussexAldingbourne and Barnham Rifes
    Message

    The Aldingbourne Rife is high following weeks of rain, but slowly falling.

    Minor flood impacts affecting fields, roads, and land at Riverside Caravan Centre will continue. Very little rain is forecast on Thursday but river levels will not fall far. More rain is forecast on Friday from 00:00 to 06:00 (5-10mm). River levels could rise a small amount, but only minimal flood impacts are expected. However, a less likely scenario suggests 20mm of rain could be possible, which may cause minor flooding to affect Barnham Road and Lake Lane, Barnham from Friday morning. The Aldingbourne Rife could rise 10cm. River levels will remain higher than normal for weeks. River levels should again begin to slowly fall by Saturday.

    We are clearing debris screens through Barnham. Our pumps at Felpham are running.

    Consider activating any flood protection products you may have.

    Avoid roads that flood (Barnham Rd and Lake Lane).

    This message will be updated by 20:00 27/02/2026.

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

    Forecast high river levels this evening may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 26 February 2026 . 
    Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Slash Lane at Sileby and the Mountsorrel to Sileby road. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. River levels at Pillings Lock Gauge will begin rising this evening 26/02/2026. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  25. 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 Thursday but river levels will not fall far. More rain is forecast on Friday from 00:00 to 06:00 (5-10mm). River levels will rise a small amount, and only minimal flood impacts are expected. However, a less likely scenario suggests 20mm of rain could be possible, which may cause more garden flooding Friday morning. River levels will remain higher than normal for weeks. Unsettled weather could continue throughout February, 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 27/02/2026.

    All warnings here
  26. Flood alert Upper River Tamar Cornwall, DevonRiver Tamar, River Strat, River Neet, River Ottery, River Kensey
    Message

    Forecast high river levels this evening may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 26 February 2026 and into the early hours of 27th February 2026. 
    Prolonged rainfall is forecast during Thursday and overnight into Friday, with up to 30mm possible in some areas. The area of most concern on the Upper Tamar is around Bridgerule, however no properties are expected to flood. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 1:00PM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  27. Flood alert River Thames from Pangbourne to Purley Oxfordshire, West BerkshireRiver Thames
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high on the River Thames and its tributaries from Pangbourne to Purley. Flooding is expected to continue today, 26 February 2026. The forecast is for some rain overnight tonight and further rain tomorrow and into the weekend. Levels are expected to remain high and sensitive to further rainfall over the coming days.
    We are closely monitoring the situation.

    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 12:00PM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.14m and is continuing to fall. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway whilst above 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is currently 6.76m and falling though still high from past rainfall. Cutts Road and New Road remain closed. Athelney spillway has stopped 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. Thursday morning will be largely dry. However wet and windy weather is forecast during the evening and overnight into Friday morning. Further rain and showers are forecast for the weekend. 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 2th February 2026.

    All warnings here
  29. Flood warning A361 East Lyng to Burrowbridge SomersetRiver Tone, River Parrett
    Message

    This Flood Warning remains in place due to rain forecast this evening and overnight into Friday. The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.14m and is continuing to fall. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway whilst above 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is 6.76m and falling. Cutts Road and New Road remain closed. The Athelney spillway has stopped running and the A361 is open. Road closure information available here www.somerset.gov.uk/roads-travel-and-parking/emergency-road-closure-gates. We are pumping at Northmoor and Saltmoor and have additional mobile pumps at both stations. Pumping at Currymoor will continue as river levels allow. Thursday morning will be largely dry. However wet and windy weather is forecast during the evening and overnight into Friday morning. Further rain and showers are forecast for the weekend. We are monitoring the situation closely and checking flood banks, spillways and sluices. Please do not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 1pm on 27/02/2026, or as the situation change

    All warnings here
  30. Flood alert River Thames from Mapledurham to Sonning Oxfordshire, Reading, West Berkshire, WokinghamRiver Thames
    Message

    High river levels may lead to flooding.

    River levels are high on the River Thames from Mapledurham to Sonning. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today 26 February 2026, especially in the Sonning area. The forecast is for some rain overnight tonight and further rain tomorrow and into the weekend. Levels are stabilising 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 12:00PM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  31. Flood warning B1040 Thorney to Whittlesey Road to the South of the River Nene Cambridgeshire, PeterboroughRiver Nene
    Message

    High river levels are expected to continue to cause flooding on 26th February 2026. River levels remain high following recent rainfall. The Whittlesey Wash flood storage reservoir is being operated to protect nearby communities from flooding. Levels in the flood storage reservoir remain high and there is continued flooding of the B1040 road. Whilst the Flood Warning is in force, the Local Authority may close the B1040 for safety reasons. Diversionary routes will be put in place and further updates will be available through local media. We are closely monitoring the situation. Refer to the local authority website for road closures. This message will be updated by 5pm on 27th February 2026, or as the situation changes.

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

    The River Tone level at Currymoor pumping station is 7.14m and falling. Water will enter Currymoor via Hookbridge spillway whilst above 7.45m. The drain level at Currymoor pumping station is currently 6.76m and falling. Cutts Road and New Road remain closed. The Athelney spillway has stopped 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. Thursday morning will be largely dry. However wet and windy weather is forecast during the evening and overnight into Friday morning. Further rain and showers are forecast for the weekend. 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 27/02/2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi is 8.02m and falling slowly. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.20m and also falling slowly.

    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.

    Pumping continues at Huish Episcopi and Westover pumping stations, and River Parrett levels are being managed using the Parrett Relief Channel.

    Thursday morning will be largely dry. However wet and windy weather is forecast during the evening and overnight into Friday morning. Further rain and showers are forecast for the weekend.

    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 27/02/2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  34. 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 River Yeo, River Parrett, Kings Sedgemoor Drain and River Sowy.
    We are using the 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.
    Thursday morning is largely dry. However wet and windy weather is forecast during the evening and overnight into Friday morning. Further rain and showers are forecast for the weekend.
    We are closely monitoring the weather and flooding situation. 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 27th February 2026.

    All warnings here
  35. 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 26 February 2026. The forecast is for some rain overnight tonight and further rain tomorrow and into the weekend. 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 12:00PM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  36. 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, 26 February 2026. The forecast is for some rain overnight tonight and further rain tomorrow and into the weekend. Levels are stabilising or 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 12:00PM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    The River Yeo level at Huish Episcopi is 8.02m and falling slowly. The drain level at Huish Episcopi Pumping Station is 8.20m and also falling slowly.

    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.

    Pumping continues at Huish Episcopi and Westover pumping stations, and River Parrett levels are being managed using the Parrett Relief Channel.

    Thursday morning will be largely dry. However wet and windy weather is forecast during the evening and overnight into Friday morning. Further rain and showers are forecast for the weekend.

    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 27/02/2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  38. 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, 26 February 2026. The forecast is for some rain overnight tonight and further rain tomorrow and into the weekend. 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 12:00PM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  39. 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

    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, 26 February 2026, especially in the Kempsford area. The forecast is for some rain overnight tonight and further rain tomorrow and into the weekend. 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 12:00PM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    Considerable water remains on the Somerset Levels and Moors but river levels are slowly falling. Upstream catchments are saturated. As such, the risk of flooding continues. Areas most at risk include locations near the River Yeo and River Parrett, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the A37 south and A303 south west of Ilchester, the Ilchester to Limington road, and the road to Ilchester Meads. There is also a risk of flooding at Hainbury Mill, Ilchester.

    Thursday morning will be largely dry. However wet and windy weather is forecast during the evening and overnight into Friday morning. Further rain and showers are forecast for the weekend.

    We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 27th 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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