Flood warnings in England

12 flood alerts in force

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

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

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Flood alert: Somerset coast at Porlock WeirFlood alert: Christchurch HarbourFlood alert: Tidal River Avon at Bristol, Pill and ShirehamptonFlood alert: The Essex coast from Clacton to and including, St Peters Flat and the Colne and Blackwater estuariesFlood alert: The Essex coast at Coalhouse FortFlood alert: The Suffolk and Essex coast from Felixstowe to Clacton including Orwell and Stour estuariesFlood alert: The tidal Deben estuaryFlood alert: Coast at North Morecambe BayFlood alert: Wyre estuary from Fleetwood and Knott End to Little EcclestonFlood alert: Tidal Thames riverside from Putney Bridge to Teddington WeirFlood alert: Humber estuary from Spurn Point to Winestead OutfallFlood alert: North Sea coast at Withernsea, Easington and Kilnsea
Where the 12 warnings are in force. Select a dot to read it.

Every flood warning since 2006

87,628 warnings raised across 4,554 areas: 499 severe flood warnings, 22,846 flood warnings and 64,283 flood alerts. The busiest year was 2024, with 9,288. January has seen the most.

Warnings raised each year

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Where they were raised

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

149 warnings: Lower Exe area and 3 nearby areas149 warnings: River Sence in Leicestershire and 3 nearby areas149 warnings: River Leadon catchment150 warnings: Groundwater flooding in Hambledon and 2 nearby areas151 warnings: Lower Stour and tributaries and 4 nearby areas152 warnings: River Ure at Boroughbridge Camping and Caravanning Site and 3 nearby areas152 warnings: Middle Avon Rugby to Bidford and 2 nearby areas153 warnings: River Severn at Severn Ham, Tewkesbury and 4 nearby areas153 warnings: River Trent Tributaries in Nottinghamshire153 warnings: River Thames from Shepperton to Molesey and 8 nearby areas155 warnings: Lyme Regis Harbour and 3 nearby areas156 warnings: The Essex coast at Coalhouse Fort and 3 nearby areas157 warnings: Mersey Estuary at Arpley Bridge, Warrington and 11 nearby areas157 warnings: Lower River Nidd catchment and 3 nearby areas157 warnings: Lower River Ure and 2 nearby areas158 warnings: The River Bure, Spixworth Beck and surrounding Becks and 1 nearby area158 warnings: West Cornwall Rivers160 warnings: Cuckmere River160 warnings: River Frome in Herefordshire161 warnings: South Devon coast from Start Point to Dawlish Warren and 1 nearby area164 warnings: Somerset coast at Minehead, Bridgwater, Burnham-on-Sea and Uphill to Kingston Seymour and 1 nearby area167 warnings: The Rivers Wid and Can and 1 nearby area167 warnings: Lower Frome from East Stoke to Wareham and 3 nearby areas168 warnings: Lower River Loddon and 6 nearby areas169 warnings: River Wye in Herefordshire170 warnings: The Essex coast from St Peters Flat to and including Shoeburyness and the Crouch and Roach estuaries and 1 nearby area170 warnings: River Pinn and Woodridings Stream and 6 nearby areas170 warnings: River Ray and its tributaries from Shipton Lee to and including Islip and 3 nearby areas171 warnings: River Arrow and River Alne and 1 nearby area172 warnings: The Suffolk coast from Lowestoft to Bawdsey and 2 nearby areas172 warnings: Middle River Eden172 warnings: River Pang from East Ilsley to Pangbourne and Sulham Brook and 4 nearby areas174 warnings: River Mole and its tributaries from Kinnersley Manor to South Hersham and 2 nearby areas174 warnings: Rivers Cocker, Marron and Derwent174 warnings: Middle Tame and 4 nearby areas176 warnings: Lower River Calder catchment and 8 nearby areas176 warnings: Coast from Silloth to St Bees and 1 nearby area177 warnings: River Cole and 6 nearby areas178 warnings: Rivers Esk and Irthing184 warnings: Tern and Perry catchments185 warnings: Upper Ouse and 2 nearby areas185 warnings: Weymouth Harbour and 6 nearby areas185 warnings: Lower Frome and tributaries and 2 nearby areas188 warnings: Upper Soar catchment and 1 nearby area189 warnings: East Somerset Rivers191 warnings: Lower River Loddon at the River Thames confluence at Twyford and 5 nearby areas193 warnings: Upper River Ouse and 3 nearby areas193 warnings: Rivers Lowther and Eamont and 2 nearby areas194 warnings: River Severn in Shropshire and 1 nearby area195 warnings: River Cole, Dorcan Brook and South Marston Brook196 warnings: The north Norfolk coast from East Cley to Kelling Hard, including Salthouse and 6 nearby areas198 warnings: Rivers Wampool and Ellen and 3 nearby areas199 warnings: River Stour and Smestow Brook in the Black Country and South Staffordshire and 3 nearby areas201 warnings: Tidal River Ouse from Naburn Lock to Selby and 7 nearby areas201 warnings: Coast at Barrow in Furness and 2 nearby areas203 warnings: River Stour in Worcestershire and 8 nearby areas203 warnings: River Severn in Gloucestershire and 3 nearby areas206 warnings: West coast of Dorset and 4 nearby areas207 warnings: Severn Estuary at Severn Beach and 5 nearby areas208 warnings: Rivers Caldew and Petteril and 1 nearby area209 warnings: River Chew catchment and 2 nearby areas209 warnings: Wye Estuary in Gloucestershire and 2 nearby areas209 warnings: North Bank Road alongside the River Nene, east of Peterborough and west of Dog-in-a-Doublet Sluice and 2 nearby areas210 warnings: Exmoor Rivers and 1 nearby area211 warnings: River Seven catchment and 8 nearby areas212 warnings: Mid Bristol Avon area and 1 nearby area214 warnings: River Erewash in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire and 9 nearby areas215 warnings: Lune estuary south west of Lancaster and 5 nearby areas216 warnings: Middle River Mersey catchment including areas near Bramhall, Stockport, Sale, Altrincham and Urmston and 10 nearby areas216 warnings: River Leen, Day Brook and Tottle Brook in Nottinghamshire and 4 nearby areas216 warnings: The Suffolk coast at Southwold and 3 nearby areas217 warnings: Mansbridge and Riverside Park and 6 nearby areas218 warnings: Langstone to Emsworth Harbour and 8 nearby areas218 warnings: River Lugg south of Leominster and 7 nearby areas219 warnings: Upper River Calder catchment and 8 nearby areas219 warnings: South Devon Rivers and 2 nearby areas219 warnings: River Teign area and 1 nearby area220 warnings: Combe Haven and 7 nearby areas220 warnings: River Anker and River Sence and 2 nearby areas222 warnings: River Dene in South East Warwickshire and 1 nearby area222 warnings: River Trent from Cromwell Weir to Gainsborough and 3 nearby areas223 warnings: North Sea coast from Staithes to Whitby including tidal River Esk and 2 nearby areas223 warnings: River Dart area and 1 nearby area223 warnings: Upper River Eden225 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 areas279 warnings: North Sea coast at Skipsea, Hornsea and Mappleton and 1 nearby area281 warnings: River Wye in Derbyshire and 9 nearby areas287 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 areas319 warnings: North Sea coast at Withernsea, Easington and Kilnsea327 warnings: Keswick Campsite and 11 nearby areas339 warnings: Upper River Tamar340 warnings: The north Norfolk coast from Old Hunstanton, to and including Cley and 5 nearby areas344 warnings: Tidal River Avon at Bristol, Pill and Shirehampton348 warnings: River Ouse at Naburn Lock and 11 nearby areas355 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: Humber estuary from Spurn Point to Winestead Outfall366 warnings: Coast from Gretna to Silloth and 1 nearby area371 warnings: The tidal River Waveney from Ellingham to Breydon Water and 6 nearby areas372 warnings: North Sea coast from Whitby to Filey and 4 nearby areas376 warnings: Rivers Clyst and Culm and their tributaries and 2 nearby areas382 warnings: The tidal River Yare from Thorpe St Andrew to Breydon Water and 1 nearby area394 warnings: Lower River Eden and 17 nearby areas420 warnings: Christchurch Harbour and 6 nearby areas456 warnings: Dorset coast at Poole Harbour and 5 nearby areas459 warnings: North Cornwall coast from Lands End to Chapel Porth and 5 nearby areas507 warnings: Lower River Soar in Leicestershire and 6 nearby areas524 warnings: The Essex coast from Clacton to and including, St Peters Flat and the Colne and Blackwater estuaries and 1 nearby area540 warnings: West Dorset Rivers and Streams and 8 nearby areas631 warnings: Somerset coast at Porlock Weir and 3 nearby areas667 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 161–200 of 87,628

  1. Flood alert Upper Dove Derbyshire, StaffordshireRiver Dove
    Message

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

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

    Forecast high river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 27 August 2026 . 
    Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Churnet between Leek and Rocester and the River Tean between Adderley and Spath including Cecilly Brook at Cheadle. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

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

    All warnings here
  4. Flood alert Ravensbourne area in the London Boroughs of Lewisham, Bromley, Greenwich and Croydon Bromley, Croydon, Greater London, Greenwich, LewishamRiver Ravensbourne
    Message

    High river levels this morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is still possible on 27 August 2026 from 5am to 5pm.

    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 5pm on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  5. Flood warning Spadesbourne Brook at Bromsgrove Worcestershire
    Message

    Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding today. 
    Flooding is expected on 27 August 2026 . 
    Flooding may affect properties and roads along the Spadesbourne Brook. Property impacted may include The Midland Waterlife Centre.
    Heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. 
    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels .We are closely monitoring the situation 
    Monitor local water levels and weather conditions . 
    This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes. 

    All warnings here
  6. Flood warning Spadesbourne Brook at Bromsgrove Worcestershire
    Message

    Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding today. 
    Flooding is expected on 27 August 2026 . 
    Flooding may affect properties and roads along the Spadesbourne Brook. Property impacted may include The Midland Waterlife Centre.
    Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. 
    We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . We are closely monitoring the situation 
    Monitor local water levels and weather conditions . 
    This message will be updated by 8:12AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes. 

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

    Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 27 August 2026 . 
    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.
    ations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers.
    Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Monitor local water levels and weather conditions . 
    This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    Flooding is possible this morning and this afternoon on 27 August 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. Thunderstorms are forecast over the next 24 hours, with low confidence over timing and locations. River levels may rise rapidly due to the nature of the catchment. Low rainfall totals are forecast throughout Friday, 28/08/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation & clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 20:00 PM on 27 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  9. 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

    Flooding is possible this morning and afternoon on 27 August 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. Thunderstorms are forecast over the next 24 hours, with low confidence over timing and locations. River levels at Lowdham Gauge may rise rapidly due to the nature of the catchment. Low rainfall totals are forecast Friday, 28/08/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation & clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 20:00 PM on 27 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

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

    Flooding is possible this morning and afternoon on 27 August 2026. Areas most at risk are low-lying recreational areas and roads including High School playing fields on Valley Road and other low lying land and recreational areas, low lying land and roads around the Tottle Brook. Thunderstorms are forecast over the next 24 hours, with low confidence over timing and locations. River levels may rise rapidly due to the nature of the catchment. Low rainfall totals are forecast on Friday 28/08/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation & clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 20:00 PM on 27 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

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

    Flooding is possible this evening and overnight on 26 August 2026. Areas most at risk are low-lying recreational areas and roads including High School playing fields on Valley Road and other low lying land and recreational areas, low lying land and roads around the Tottle Brook. Thunderstorms are forecast over the next 24 hours, with low confidence over timing and locations. River levels may rise rapidly due to the nature of the catchment. Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Thursday, 27/08/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation & clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 27 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  12. 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

    Flooding is possible this evening and overnight on 26 August 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. Thunderstorms are forecast over the next 24 hours, with low confidence over timing and locations. River levels at Lowdham Gauge may rise rapidly due to the nature of the catchment. Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Thursday, 27/08/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation & clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 27 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

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

    Forecast high river levels may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible this evening and overnight on 26 August 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. Thunderstorms are forecast over the next 24 hours, with low confidence over timing and locations. River levels may rise rapidly due to the nature of the catchment. Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Thursday, 27/08/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation & clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 27 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

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

    High river levels overnight may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 27 August 2026 Due to forecast heavy rain and storms overnight. 
    It is unclear where the heaviest rain will fall. Locations most affected will be low lying land, roads and riverside gardens. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur. We expect river levels in areas that receive the heaviest rain to respond by rising quickly. Further heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast during the day on Thursday 27 August and into Friday 28th August. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation and we are prepared to issue flood warnings if required. 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near watercourses. 
    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  15. 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

    High river levels overnight may lead to flooding.
    Flooding is possible on 26 August 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. Thunderstorms are forecast over the next 24 hours, with low confidence over timing and locations. River levels may rise rapidly due to the nature of the catchment.
    We are closely monitoring the situation & liaising with emergency services and professional partners.
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water & monitor local water levels and weather conditions.
    This message will be updated by 9:29PM on 26 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    High river levels this evening may lead to flooding.
    Flooding is possible on 26 August 2026 .
    Areas most at risk are low-lying recreational areas and roads including High School playing fields on Valley Road and other low lying land and recreational areas, low lying land and roads around the Tottle Brook. Thunderstorms are forecast over the next 24 hours, with low confidence over timing and locations. River levels at Day Brook Gauge may/will rise rapidly due to the nature of the catchment
    We are closely monitoring the situation & liaising with emergency services and professional partners.
    Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions.
    This message will be updated by 9:20PM on 26 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    Forecast high river levels overnight may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from the early hours of 27 August 2026 due to forecast heavy rain and storms overnight. 
    It is unclear where the heaviest rain will fall. Locations most affected will be low lying land, roads and riverside gardens. If the heaviest rain affects the Hatch End, Pinner, Ruislip, Ickenham, Hillingdon, or Uxbridge areas, there is the possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur. We expect river levels in areas that receive the heaviest rain to respond by rising quickly. Further heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast during the day on Thursday 27 August and into Friday 28th August.. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation and we are prepared to issue flood warnings if required. 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near watercourses. 
    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    Forecast high river levels overnight may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from the early hours of 27 August 2026 due to forecast heavy rain and storms overnight. 
    It is unclear where the heaviest rain will fall. Locations most affected will be low lying land, roads and riverside gardens. If the heaviest rain affects the Havering Park, Collier Row, Romford and Rush Green areas, there is the possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur. We expect river levels in areas that receive the heaviest rain to respond by rising quickly. Further heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast during the day on Thursday 27 August and into Friday 28th August. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation and we are prepared to issue flood warnings if required. 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near watercourses. 
    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    Forecast high river levels overnight may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from the early hours of 27 August 2026 due to forecast heavy rain and storms overnight. 
    It is unclear where the heaviest rain will fall. Locations most affected will be low lying land, roads and riverside gardens. If the heaviest rain affects the Waltham Forest, Waltham Abbey, Waltham Cross, Barnet, Nazeing, Enfield, Chingford, Edmonton, Cheshunt or Tottenham areas there is the possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding from surface water could also occur. We expect river levels in areas that receive the heaviest rain to respond by rising quickly. Further heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast during the day on Thursday 27 August and into Friday 28th August. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation and we are prepared to issue flood warnings if required. 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near watercourses. 
    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    Forecast high river levels overnight may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible from the early hours of 27 August 2026 due to forecast heavy rain and storms overnight. 
    It is unclear where the heaviest rain will fall. Locations most affected will be low lying land, roads and riverside gardens. If the heaviest rain affects the Hendon, Wembley, Harrow, Wealdstone, Edgware or Stanmore areas there is the possibility that rivers could overtop their banks. Flooding from surface water, where water gathers and flows off road surfaces, could also occur. We expect river levels in areas that receive the heaviest rain to respond by rising quickly. Further heavy rain and thunderstorms are forecast during the day on Thursday 27 August and into Friday 28th August. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation and we are prepared to issue flood warnings if required. 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near watercourses. 
    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  21. Flood alert Ravensbourne area in the London Boroughs of Lewisham, Bromley, Greenwich and Croydon Bromley, Croydon, Greater London, Greenwich, LewishamRiver Ravensbourne
    Message

    High river levels tomorrow morning may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 27 August 2026 from 05:00- 09:00. 
    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 9:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  22. Flood warning Perry Brook at Perry Barr Birmingham
    Message

    High river levels are causing flooding today. 
    Flooding is expected on 26 August 2026 . 
    Locations most affected will be Flooding may affect properties and roads around Trehurst Avenue, Chevril Close, Haddon Road and the Bowling Green. 
    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 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes. 

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

    Forecast high river levels this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible this evening, 26 August 2026. Areas most at risk are low-lying roads and land around the brooks in Leicester City, including recreational land where water depths could become hazardous. Areas particularly at risk include those around the Braunstone Brook, Lubbesthorpe Brook, Melton Brook, Saffron Brook, Willow Brook, Bushby Brook, Evington Brook, Thurnby Brook and Scraptoft Brook.
    The forecast today has improved, however there remains a risk of heavy rainfall from thunderstorms until 22:00 this evening. Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Thursday, 27/08/2026, with lighter persistent rainfall through Friday, We are closely monitoring the situation & clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 09:00 on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes

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

    Forecast high river levels this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible this evening, 26 August 2026. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Kingfisher Way, Forest Road, Monarch Way and Belton Road industrial areas from the Wood Brook, the Grace Dieu Brook, Burleigh Brook, Black Brook, Grammar School Brook, Hermitage Brook, Sileby Brook, Long Whatton Brook, King’s Brook and Kingston Brook.
    The forecast today has improved, however there remains a risk of heavy rainfall from thunderstorms until 22:00 this evening. Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Thursday, 27/08/2026, with lighter persistent rainfall through Friday, We are closely monitoring the situation & clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 09:00 on 27 August 2026, or as the situation changes

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

    Flooding is possible this evening and overnight on 26 August 2026.

    Areas most at risk are low-lying recreational areas and roads including High School playing fields on Valley Road and other low lying land and recreational areas, low lying land and roads around the Tottle Brook. Thunderstorms are forecast over the next 6 hours, with low confidence over timing and locations. River levels may rise rapidly due to the nature of the catchment.

    Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Thursday, 27/08/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation & clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 27 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  26. 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

    Flooding is possible this evening and overnight on 26 August 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. Thunderstorms are forecast over the next 6 hours, with low confidence over timing and locations. River levels at Lowdham Gauge may rise rapidly due to the nature of the catchment.

    Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Thursday, 27/08/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation & clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 27 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

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

    Forecast high river levels may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible this evening and overnight on 26 August 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. Thunderstorms are forecast over the next 6 hours, with low confidence over timing and locations. River levels may rise rapidly due to the nature of the catchment.

    Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Thursday, 27/08/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation & clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 27 August 2026, or as the situation changes.

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

    High river levels on Thursday may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 27 August 2026 from 03:00 as intense (but uncertain) rainfall is forecast. 
    Up to 40mm of rain could occur, but there is low confidence in location. If as much rain falls as predicted, then flooding could affect Barnham Road, Lake Lane, and a small number of riverside properties in Marshall Close, Barnham. We are not currently expecting the Aldingbourne Rife to flood, but there may be some surface water flooding in the area. Only localised showers are forecast from Thursday afternoon. River levels and flood risk should begin to reduce by 08:30AM on 27/08/2026 in Barnham. River levels in Bersted should fall from Friday (28/08/2026). 
    We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing debris screens through Barnham. Pumps at Felpham are running. 
    Consider activating any flood protection products you may have including in Barnham. Avoid roads that flood (Barnham Road and Lake Lane). 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  29. Flood alert Polegate and Wannock East SussexPolegate Brook Street Stream, Wannock Mill Stream
    Message

    High river levels on Thursday may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 27 August 2026 from 03:00 as intense (but uncertain) rainfall is forecast. 
    Up to 45mm of rain could occur, but there is low confidence in location. If as much rain falls as predicted, then flooding could affect gardens of Brook Street, Gosford Way and the Gosford Way Allotments. Riverside properties at Millstream Gardens, The Millrace, Clement Lane, Brightling Road and Manor Way could also be affected by flooding. Only localised showers are forecast from Thursday afternoon. River levels and flood risk should begin to reduce by 08:30AM on 27/08/2026 in Polegate. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing debris screens, including at Gosford Way. 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . Report blockages to 0800 80 70 60. 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  30. Flood alert Hastings Blacklands East SussexSt Helen's Wood Stream
    Message

    High river levels on Thursday may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 27 August 2026 from 03:00 as intense (but uncertain) rainfall is forecast. 
    Up to 40mm of rain could occur, but there is low confidence in location. If as much rain falls as predicted, then flooding could affect roads, and approach a small number of properties on Thanet Way, Pegwell Close and Manston Way, as well as areas in Alexandra Park, Hastings. Only localised showers are forecast from Thursday afternoon. River levels and flood risk should begin to reduce by 08:30AM on 27/08/2026 in Thanet Way. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Consider activating any flood protection products you may have . Prepare to keep water from homes Thanet Way, Manston Way, Pegwell Close. 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  31. Flood alert Scrase Bridge and West Common Streams West SussexScrase Bridge Stream, West Common Stream
    Message

    High river levels on Thursday may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 27 August 2026 from 03:00 as intense (but uncertain) rainfall is forecast. 
    Up to 45mm of rain could occur, but there is low confidence in location. If as much rain falls as predicted, then flooding could affect a small number of properties on Bridge Road and West Common Road. Flooding could affect properties near the Witch Inn, along Hickmans Lane and Blackthorns, and odd numbered properties from 29 to 47 on Meadow Drive. Only localised showers are forecast from Thursday afternoon. River levels and flood risk should begin to reduce by 08:30AM on 27/08/2026 in Lindfield. 
    We are clearing blockages from debris screens through Lindfield, including the Builders Centre and Witch Inn. 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . Report blockages at Bridge Road or Hickmans Lane to 0800 80 70 60. 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  32. Flood alert Hollington Stream East SussexHollington Stream
    Message

    High river levels on Thursday may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 27 August 2026 from 04:00 as intense (but uncertain) rainfall is forecast. 
    Rain is forecast between 03:00AM and 09:00AM on Thursday 27/08/2026. Up to 40mm of rain is possible. There is uncertainty in details, such as locations. We don't know if the maximum rain will occur in Hastings, but if it does, minor flooding could affect roads, and potentially approach a small number of properties on Stonehouse Drive, Hollington Old Lane, Blackman Avenue and Coventry Road. Less than 10mm of rain is forecast each day from Friday to Monday. River levels and flood risk should begin to reduce by 09:00AM on 27/08/2026. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing debris screens, including at Stonehouse Drive. 
    Consider activating any flood protection products you may have . Install flood protection products on Stonehouse Drive. 
    This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    Forecast high river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 26 August 2026 . 
    Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. This flood alert has been issued as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area. There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and their exact location. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    Forecast high river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 26 August 2026 . 
    Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. This flood alert has been issued as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area. There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and their exact location. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    Forecast high river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 26 August 2026 . 
    Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. This flood alert has been issued as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area. There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and their exact location. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    Forecast high river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 26 August 2026 . 
    Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. This flood alert has been issued as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area. There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and their exact location. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

    All warnings here
  37. 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 today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 26 August 2026 . 
    Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. This flood alert has been issued as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area. There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and their exact location. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    Forecast high river levels today may lead to flooding. 
    Flooding is possible on 26 August 2026 . 
    Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. This flood alert has been issued as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area. There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and their exact location. 
    We are closely monitoring the situation . 
    Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 
    This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.

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

    Flooding is possible on 26 August 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. The forecast this morning has improved, however there remains a risk of heavy rainfall from thunderstorms this afternoon. Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Thursday, 27/08/2026, with lighter persistent rainfall through Friday, We are closely monitoring the situation & clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 17:00 PM on 26 August 2026, or as the situation changes

    All warnings here
  40. 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

    Flooding is possible on 26 August 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. The forecast this morning has improved, however there remains a risk of heavy rainfall from thunderstorms this afternoon. Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Thursday, 27/08/2026, with lighter persistent rainfall through Friday, We are closely monitoring the situation & clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses & monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 17:00 PM on 26 August 2026, or as the situation changes. River levels at Lowdham Gauge may rise rapidly due to the nature of the catchment 
    We are closely monitoring the situation .

    All warnings here

What the three levels mean

Flood alert

Flooding is possible. Be prepared. Keep an eye on local river levels and forecasts, and get ready to move valuables and put flood protection in place.

Flood warning

Flooding is expected. Immediate action required. Move family, pets and valuables to safety, turn off gas, electricity and water if it is safe to, and put flood protection in place.

Severe flood warning

Severe flooding. Danger to life. Stay in a safe place with a means of escape, and follow the advice of the emergency services. Call 999 if you are in immediate danger.

Where this comes from. Warnings in force are the Environment Agency’s own, which we check every 15 minutes. They cover England only: for Wales see Natural Resources Wales, for Scotland SEPA Floodline, and for Northern Ireland nidirect.

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

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