Flood Alert Issued for Lower Teme in Herefordshire, Shropshire, and Worcestershire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Lower Teme area within the West Midlands. This alert indicates that flooding is possible on February 16, 2026, as river levels remain high.

Affected Areas

The alert covers geographic regions across Herefordshire, Shropshire, and Worcestershire. Specific locations that may be affected include:

• Wyson
• Ludlow
• Tenbury Wells
• Knightwick

Flooding is expected to primarily affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Teme from Ludlow to Bransford.

What You Should Do

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

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Take care when near riverbanks and low-lying areas.
• Monitor local conditions as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently high and being monitored closely by the Environment Agency. A predicted peak at the Kempsey Yacht Club is expected to reach between 6.1m and 6.2m on the morning of Monday, February 16, 2026.

Timeline

This alert was raised on the morning of February 16, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide a formal update by 10:00 AM on February 17, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.