Flood Alert Issued for Combe Haven and Crowhurst in East Sussex

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Combe Haven area within the Solent and South Downs region. The alert was officially raised at 4:25 PM on February 20, 2026, following significant rainfall earlier in the week. The alert carries a severity level of 3, indicating that residents should be prepared for potential flooding.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers the Combe Haven and Powdermill Stream in East Sussex. Impacted locations include:

• Crowhurst: Areas near the Powdermill Stream, including the Crowhurst Recreation Ground.
• Bulverhythe: Areas near the Combe Haven, including Bexhill Road Recreation Ground.
• General Geography: Riverside properties, gardens, local roads, and fields in these vicinities are currently at risk of minor flood impacts.

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:

• Consider activating any flood protection products you may have on your property.
• Residents in Crowhurst should install flood protection products immediately.
• Monitor local water levels and stay informed on weather updates as unsettled conditions persist.

Expected Conditions

While the Powdermill Stream and Combe Haven are currently falling, they remain higher than normal. Minor flood impacts are currently affecting gardens, recreation grounds, roads, and fields. Only isolated showers are forecast for Friday and Saturday. However, more rain is expected on Sunday, which will likely cause a small rise in river levels. The Environment Agency warns that levels will remain higher than normal into next week, with unsettled weather potentially continuing throughout February.

Timeline

The alert is currently active as of February 20, 2026. River levels are expected to slowly ease through Friday but will remain elevated. A small rise in levels is anticipated on Sunday, February 22. The Environment Agency expects to provide an update on this situation by 8:00 PM on February 21, 2026.