Flood Alert Issued for Alconbury Brook in Cambridgeshire and North Northamptonshire

Source: Environment Agency · Cambridgeshire and North Northamptonshire

This alert is no longer in effect.

Environment Agency issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).

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The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for Alconbury Brook due to rising river levels, affecting areas including Hamerton, The Alconburys, and Brampton.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
Cambridgeshire and North Northamptonshire
Issued
April 6, 2026
Issuing authority
Environment Agency

Flood notices turn on location and timing. Treat the named area as this record's scope; do not assume nearby counties, parishes, or waterways were included.

Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Cambridgeshire and North Northamptonshire.

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert for Alconbury Brook. This alert was officially raised at 9:57 AM on February 15, 2026, in response to high river levels and forecasted rainfall.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the Alconbury Brook catchment within the East Anglia region, specifically impacting parts of Cambridgeshire and North Northamptonshire. Areas most at risk include:

  • Hamerton
  • The Alconburys
  • Little Stukeley
  • Brampton

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning zone are advised to take the following actions:

  • Move vehicles out of identified flood risk areas.
  • Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
  • Take care when traveling near the brook and monitor local water levels.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently high and may increase further following rainfall occurring on the morning of February 15, 2026. While the Environment Agency is monitoring rainfall and river levels via the Hamerton gauge, officials do not currently expect the situation to escalate or require further warning messages at this time.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of February 15, 2026. The Environment Agency will continue to monitor the situation and expects to provide an update by 10:00 AM on Monday, February 16, 2026, or sooner if conditions change.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Environment Agency flood warning.

What is this Environment Agency flood warning about?
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for Alconbury Brook due to rising river levels, affecting areas including Hamerton, The Alconburys, and Brampton.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Environment Agency. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Cambridgeshire and North Northamptonshire. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
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