Flood Alert Issued for Mid Bristol Avon Area Across Wiltshire and Somerset

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Mid Bristol Avon area. This alert, classified as severity level 3, was raised on February 22, 2026, following high river levels on the Bristol River Avon.

Affected Areas

The alert covers geographic regions within Bath and North East Somerset and Wiltshire. Specific areas of concern include low-lying land and roads between Melksham and Bathford. Monitoring is currently focused on the Semington Brook at Semington and the Mid Bristol Avon at Bradford-on-Avon.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers are advised to avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Officials have noted that the flood gates at Holt Road may be closed as a precautionary measure.

Expected Conditions

River levels remain steady following yesterday’s rainfall; however, further light rainfall is forecast for today. High river levels are expected to persist, creating a risk of flooding for roads and low-lying land.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of 9:38 AM on February 22, 2026. Flooding conditions are possible throughout the remainder of the week. The Environment Agency expects to provide an update by 12:00 PM on February 23, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.