Flood Alert Issued for Lower River Loddon Affecting Windsor, Maidenhead, and Wokingham

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for the Lower River Loddon. The alert was officially raised at 4:59 PM on February 15, 2026, due to high river levels in the Thames area.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers the Lower River Loddon. Geographic regions affected include the counties of Windsor and Maidenhead, and Wokingham. Authorities have noted that flooding of low-lying land and roads is particularly possible in the Sindlesham area.

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to take the following safety precautions:

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Do not put yourself or others at risk by entering flooded areas.
• Monitor local conditions closely as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

According to the Environment Agency, river levels are currently falling but are forecast to rise again this evening following further heavy rain. This increase in water levels is expected to lead to the flooding of roads and low-lying land near the River Loddon.

Timeline

Flooding is expected to begin from the evening of February 15, 2026. The Environment Agency is monitoring the situation and will provide an update by 8:00 PM on February 16, 2026, or earlier if conditions change.