Flood Alert Issued for Lower River Witham in Lincolnshire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert (Severity Level 3) for the Lower River Witham. This alert indicates that flooding is possible and residents should remain vigilant as river levels remain high following recent rainfall.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers the Lower River Witham and South Delph within the Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire area. The primary geographic impact is located in Lincolnshire, specifically affecting low-lying land and roads situated near the rivers.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected area are advised to take the following precautions:

• Take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Avoid using low-lying roads near rivers which may be prone to flooding.
• Monitor local weather reports and updates from the Environment Agency.

Expected Conditions

Due to recent heavy rainfall, river levels are currently high. Flooding is possible for low-lying land and roads near the River Witham and South Delph. Current forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely at this time, and the Environment Agency does not expect to issue full flood warnings based on current data.

Timeline

The alert was raised on March 2, 2026, and conditions are expected to persist throughout the day. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and will provide an updated message by 5:00 PM on March 3, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.