Flood Alert Issued for Heighington and Dunston Watercourses in Lincolnshire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for minor watercourses in the Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire area. This alert indicates that flooding is possible and residents should remain vigilant as river levels remain high.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers minor watercourses from Heighington to Dunston in the county of Lincolnshire. The primary geographic focus includes low-lying land and roads adjacent to:

• Heighington Beck
• Dunston Beck

What You Should Do

Residents and commuters in the affected regions are advised to take the following safety actions:

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Stay away from low-lying roads near rivers which may be submerged.
• Monitor local conditions as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently elevated due to recent rainfall. With further rainfall forecast for today, February 15, 2026, flooding is considered possible for roads and land in close proximity to the watercourses. However, current agency forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely at this stage, and formal flood warnings are not expected to be issued.

Timeline

The alert was raised on the morning of February 15, 2026. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and will provide an update by 1:00 PM on February 16, 2026, or earlier if conditions change significantly.