Flood Alert Issued for Kempsey Village and Hatfield Brook in Worcestershire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for Kempsey Village in the West Midlands. The alert was officially raised at 9:13 AM on Sunday, February 15, 2026, in response to high river levels following recent rainfall.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers Kempsey Village in Worcestershire. Residents should be aware that flooding may affect low-lying land and Squires Walk in the area of the Hatfield Brook. The geographic scope includes areas adjacent to both the River Severn and Hatfield Brook.

What You Should Do

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

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Monitor local conditions closely as the situation develops.
• Be prepared for the Kempsey Flood Alleviation Scheme to potentially become operational.
• Stay informed via official Environment Agency updates.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently high and are expected to remain elevated due to recent and forecasted rainfall. Specific peak information has been provided for the Kempsey Yacht Club, where water levels are expected to reach between 6.2m and 6.6m. Further rainfall is anticipated throughout Sunday following overnight precipitation.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of Sunday, February 15, 2026, and is expected to remain in place over the coming days. Peak water levels at the Kempsey Yacht Club are forecasted for the morning of Monday, February 16. The Environment Agency will provide an update on the situation by 10:00 AM on February 16, 2026, or sooner if conditions change.