Flood Alert Issued for East Somerset Rivers Including Glastonbury and Westhay

Alert Details

A flood alert has been issued by the Environment Agency for the East Somerset Rivers within the Wessex area. This alert indicates that flooding is possible and residents should remain prepared for changing conditions.

Affected Areas

The alert covers several geographic regions and waterbodies in Somerset, including:

• Rivers: River Brue, River Sheppey, North Drain, and South Drain.
• Specific Locations: Low-lying land and roads near Glastonbury, particularly the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare Road.
• Overtopping Risks: Potential overtopping may occur at the Glastonbury Millstream and the River Brue at North Drain and Westhay.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to:

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Monitor local weather reports and river levels closely.
• Take care near riverbanks and low-lying moors where water may still be present.

Expected Conditions

While river levels are currently falling in the upper reaches of the Rivers Brue and Sheppey, water remains present on the moors and in the rivers downstream of Glastonbury. Today and Wednesday are forecast to remain largely dry with only patchy rain or isolated spots of rain expected. However, a more significant weather system featuring heavier, organized rain and wind is expected to move in from the West starting Thursday afternoon.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 11:27 AM on February 24, 2026. The Environment Agency continues to monitor the situation and expects to provide an updated message by 1:00 PM on February 25, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.