Flood Alert Issued for Groundwater in Twyford and Hensting, Hampshire

Source: Environment Agency · Hampshire, England

This alert is no longer in effect.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 Twyford and Hensting as high groundwater levels impact cellars and local roadways.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
Hampshire, England
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 Hampshire, England.

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for groundwater flooding in the Twyford and Hensting areas. The alert was officially raised on March 2, 2026, at 11:44 AM.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers Twyford and Hensting within the county of Hampshire, located in the Solent and South Downs region. Flooding is currently reported to be affecting a small number of cellars in these communities, and water is flowing across Hensting Lane.

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to prepare property resilience measures immediately. It is essential to ensure that any installed water pumps are in good working order and ready for use.

Expected Conditions

Groundwater levels in the region are currently high but have begun to fall slowly. While cellar flooding and surface water on Hensting Lane remain concerns, the weather forecast is favorable. Mostly dry weather is expected from Monday, March 2, through Friday, March 6, 2026. Consequently, groundwater levels are projected to continue their slow decline throughout the week.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of March 2, 2026. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and expects to provide a formal update on the status of this alert by 18:00 on March 9, 2026.

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 Twyford and Hensting as high groundwater levels impact cellars and local roadways.
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 Hampshire, England. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
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