Environment Agency Issues Flood Alert for River Severn in Gloucestershire and Worcestershire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Severn in Gloucestershire. This alert, classified as severity level 3, indicates that flooding is possible in the region following recent rainfall and sustained high river levels.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Severn from Tewkesbury to Gloucester. Geographic regions impacted include parts of Gloucestershire and Worcestershire. Specific locations that may be affected include:

• Apperley
• Maisemore
• Hempstead
• Minsterworth Ham
• Quedgley
• Severn Ham, Tewkesbury (which is beginning to fill)

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to exercise caution. The Environment Agency recommends avoiding walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. Local residents should remain vigilant and monitor the situation as river levels remain high.

Expected Conditions

River levels are expected to remain high over the next few days in response to recent rainfall. Further scattered showers are forecast for the area. For context, the Mythe peaked at 4.07m and Haw Bridge peaked at 5.06m on Friday morning, February 20. The primary hazard currently involves the flooding of low-lying land and roads near the river.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised on Monday, March 2, 2026, at 8:46 AM. High river levels are expected to persist for the next few days. The Environment Agency will provide an update by 10:00 AM on March 3, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.