Flood Alert Issued for Lower Tone and Parrett Moors in Somerset as River Levels Rise

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert (Severity Level 3) for the Lower Tone and Parrett Moors. This alert follows overnight rainfall that has impacted river and drain levels in the Wessex area.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers the Lower Tone and Parrett Moors in Somerset. Key locations currently affected include the Currymoor pumping station, Northmoor, Saltmoor, and the Athelney spillway. Impacted infrastructure includes Cutts Road, New Road, and the A361.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers are advised to avoid driving through flood water. Several routes are currently impassable, including Cutts Road, New Road, and the A361, which remain closed. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring flood banks, spillways, and sluices. Pumping operations are active at Northmoor and Saltmoor with additional mobile pumps deployed. Pumping at Currymoor has been paused due to rainfall and will resume when river levels allow.

Expected Conditions

• River Levels: The River Tone at Currymoor pumping station is recorded at 7.53m and is currently stabilising. Water enters Currymoor via the Hookbridge spillway when levels exceed 7.45m.
• Drain Levels: The drain level at Currymoor is 7.31m and rising.
• Spillways: The Athelney spillway is currently running.
• Weather Forecast: While rain cleared on Thursday morning, a band of moderate rain is expected to move in from the west on Friday. Patchy light rain is forecast for Saturday, followed by a cold front on Sunday that may bring heavier rainfall.

Timeline

The alert was raised on February 19, 2026, at 1:35 PM. The Environment Agency expects to provide an updated message by 1:00 PM on February 20, 2026.