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.

Flood warnings and alerts in 2026

3,871 warnings raised across 941 areas: 3 severe flood warnings, 820 flood warnings and 3,048 flood alerts. February has seen the most.

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8 warnings: Aldingbourne and Barnham Rifes and 2 nearby areas8 warnings: River Leadon catchment8 warnings: Wickham on the River Meon and 3 nearby areas8 warnings: The Suffolk and Essex coast from Felixstowe to Clacton including Orwell and Stour estuaries9 warnings: Wyre estuary from Fleetwood and Knott End to Little Eccleston9 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Allen Vale at Monkton Up Wimborne and Wimborne St Giles and 2 nearby areas9 warnings: Upper Tame at Sandwell Valley and 1 nearby area9 warnings: River Churnet and River Tean9 warnings: River Cober and 1 nearby area9 warnings: Lower River Ure9 warnings: Ings Beck and Oakenshaw Beck and 1 nearby area9 warnings: River Thames and tributaries in the Oxford area9 warnings: River Thames for the Abingdon area9 warnings: River Blackwater and 3 nearby areas9 warnings: River Rye catchment and 1 nearby area9 warnings: Lower Derwent in Derbyshire9 warnings: Lower River Witham and 2 nearby areas9 warnings: Lower Dove Brooks and Egginton Brook in Derbyshire9 warnings: Bow and Piddle Brook9 warnings: Upper Bristol Avon area and 1 nearby area9 warnings: River Leam and River Itchen9 warnings: Middle Nene and 1 nearby area9 warnings: Combe Haven and 2 nearby areas9 warnings: Rivers Clyst and Culm and their tributaries and 2 nearby areas9 warnings: The tidal River Yare from Thorpe St Andrew to Breydon Water9 warnings: The tidal Deben estuary10 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Lambourn Valley catchment10 warnings: Groundwater flooding in East Kent and 1 nearby area10 warnings: Groundwater flooding in Twyford and Hensting and 1 nearby area10 warnings: River Trent in Nottinghamshire10 warnings: River Thames from Shepperton to Molesey and 1 nearby area10 warnings: Upper River Derwent10 warnings: Hundred Foot Washes in Cambridgeshire and Norfolk10 warnings: River Evenlode from Moreton in Marsh to Cassington and also the River Glyme at Wootton and Woodstock10 warnings: Witham in South Kesteven10 warnings: Upper Ouse and 1 nearby area10 warnings: Upper River Tamar10 warnings: Upper Soar catchment and 1 nearby area10 warnings: The tidal River Waveney from Ellingham to Breydon Water and 1 nearby area11 warnings: Groundwater flooding in West Ilsley, East Ilsley, Compton, Chilton and West Hagbourne11 warnings: River Coln from Fossebridge to Quennington11 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the West of Dorset and 1 nearby area11 warnings: River Ouse at York - riverside properties and 2 nearby areas11 warnings: Middle Hampshire Avon and tributaries and 1 nearby area11 warnings: South Cornwall coast from Gribbin Head to Rame Head and 1 nearby area11 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Cranborne Chase area and 2 nearby areas11 warnings: River Thames and tributaries from Buscot Wick down to Kings Lock and 1 nearby area11 warnings: Upper River Ouse11 warnings: Middle Tame and 2 nearby areas11 warnings: Bourne Brook (Tamworth)11 warnings: Middle Avon Rugby to Bidford and 1 nearby area11 warnings: West Cornwall Rivers11 warnings: Riseley Brook in Bedford Borough11 warnings: Upper River Colne and Radlett Brook11 warnings: River Wreake in Leicestershire11 warnings: Rothley Brook, Quorn Brook and Sileby Brook in Leicestershire11 warnings: The tidal Rivers Bure, Ant and Thurne12 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Great Shefford area12 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Alton area12 warnings: Groundwater flooding in Bishops Sutton and 1 nearby area12 warnings: North Sea coast from Whitby to Filey and 3 nearby areas12 warnings: Rivers in the Forest of Dean and 1 nearby area12 warnings: South Cornwall coast from Lizard Point to Gribbin Head excluding the Tidal Fal Estuary and 3 nearby areas12 warnings: River Cherwell from Lower Heyford down to and including Oxford and 1 nearby area12 warnings: River Wreake for mills at Hoby, Thrussington and Ratcliffe12 warnings: River Frome in Herefordshire12 warnings: River Tove in Northamptonshire12 warnings: River Axe area and 3 nearby areas12 warnings: Monks Brook and 4 nearby areas12 warnings: Tyne and Wear coast and 2 nearby areas12 warnings: The Essex coast from Clacton to and including, St Peters Flat and the Colne and Blackwater estuaries13 warnings: Lukely Brook and 4 nearby areas13 warnings: Lower River Loddon at the River Thames confluence at Twyford and 3 nearby areas13 warnings: River Ray and its tributaries from Shipton Lee to and including Islip and 2 nearby areas13 warnings: Severn Vyrnwy confluence13 warnings: River Severn in Worcestershire and 3 nearby areas13 warnings: River Cole13 warnings: River Anker and River Sence and 2 nearby areas13 warnings: River Severn in Gloucestershire and 1 nearby area13 warnings: River Arrow and River Alne and 1 nearby area13 warnings: Upper Avon River Swift and Clay Coton Brook13 warnings: River Sow and River Penk13 warnings: Hunstanton coast in Norfolk14 warnings: River Soar at caravan parks near Barrow upon Soar and 2 nearby areas14 warnings: River Wye in Derbyshire and 1 nearby area14 warnings: Groundwater flooding in Hambledon and 2 nearby areas14 warnings: Groundwater flooding for the North Winterborne, north of the A354 and 2 nearby areas14 warnings: Groundwater flooding for the Ebble Valley and 5 nearby areas14 warnings: West Dorset Rivers and Streams and 5 nearby areas14 warnings: River Avon in Worcestershire and 4 nearby areas14 warnings: River Salwarpe and 1 nearby area14 warnings: River Sence in Leicestershire and 2 nearby areas14 warnings: Humber estuary from Spurn Point to Winestead Outfall15 warnings: Groundwater flooding in West Dean, Singleton, Charlton, East Dean and Chilgrove and 1 nearby area15 warnings: Groundwater flooding for the Iwerne and 4 nearby areas15 warnings: Barlings Eau and Duckpool Catchwater and 8 nearby areas15 warnings: East coast of Dorset and 2 nearby areas15 warnings: Tern and Perry catchments16 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Bourne Valley - The Winterbournes and 1 nearby area16 warnings: Lower Dove Brooks in Staffordshire and 4 nearby areas16 warnings: Groundwater flooding in the Salisbury Plain area and 1 nearby area16 warnings: River Yeo and Parrett, Yeovilton to Huish Episcopi and 2 nearby areas16 warnings: Groundwater flooding for the South Winterbourne Valley and 2 nearby areas16 warnings: River Dene in South East Warwickshire and 1 nearby area17 warnings: River Lugg south of Leominster17 warnings: Somerset coast at Porlock Weir17 warnings: Groundwater flooding in Finchdean, Dean Lane End and Rowlands Castle and 6 nearby areas17 warnings: North Sea coast at Withernsea, Easington and Kilnsea18 warnings: Groundwater flooding in upper River Ems Valley and 4 nearby areas18 warnings: River Wylye and tributaries and 4 nearby areas18 warnings: River Blythe in Warwickshire and 1 nearby area18 warnings: River Stour and Smestow Brook in the Black Country and South Staffordshire and 1 nearby area19 warnings: Coast at North Morecambe Bay19 warnings: Upper River Derwent, Stonethwaite Beck and Derwent Water19 warnings: North Sea coast at Bridlington and 1 nearby area19 warnings: River Leen, Day Brook and Tottle Brook in Nottinghamshire and 2 nearby areas20 warnings: Lower Tone and Parrett Moors and 3 nearby areas20 warnings: River Yeo and Parrett, The Levels20 warnings: River Ock from Watchfield to Abingdon, and also the Letcombe Brook at Wantage, Grove and East Hanney20 warnings: River Dikler from Condicote to Little Rissington20 warnings: South Devon coast from Start Point to Dawlish Warren and 1 nearby area20 warnings: River Erewash in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire and 2 nearby areas20 warnings: Chertsey Bourne and 1 nearby area21 warnings: Rothley Brook at Glenfield and Anstey and 6 nearby areas21 warnings: Lower Avon and tributaries and 1 nearby area22 warnings: River Bourne and tributaries and 2 nearby areas22 warnings: Minor Watercourses from Heighington to Dunston and 5 nearby areas22 warnings: River Trent in Derbyshire and 2 nearby areas22 warnings: River Trent Tributaries in Nottinghamshire22 warnings: Weymouth Rivers and Streams22 warnings: Christchurch Harbour and 5 nearby areas23 warnings: B1040 Thorney to Whittlesey Road to the South of the River Nene and 2 nearby areas24 warnings: River Churn and its tributaries24 warnings: Ginge Brook24 warnings: River Piddle and tributaries and 3 nearby areas25 warnings: Middle Hampshire Avon from Salisbury to Ringwood and 7 nearby areas25 warnings: Tributaries in Leicester City and 6 nearby areas26 warnings: River Trent from Cromwell Weir to Gainsborough and 1 nearby area27 warnings: Lower Frome and tributaries and 2 nearby areas28 warnings: River Yeo and River Parrett Moors around Muchelney and Thorney and 1 nearby area28 warnings: River Thame, Horsenden Stream and Chalgrove Brook32 warnings: River Thames at Trowlock Island and 2 nearby areas33 warnings: River Windrush from Bourton to Newbridge34 warnings: River Maun in Nottinghamshire and 1 nearby area38 warnings: River Coln and its tributaries and 1 nearby area41 warnings: River Kennet and its tributaries from Berwick Bassett down to Newbury45 warnings: River Lambourn and its tributaries from Upper Lambourn down to Newbury45 warnings: Tidal Thames riverside from Putney Bridge to Teddington Weir63 warnings: Lower River Soar in Leicestershire and 4 nearby areas66 warnings: River Pang from East Ilsley to Pangbourne and Sulham Brook and 1 nearby area

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  1. Flood alert 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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