Flood Alert Issued for Mid Bristol Avon Area in Wiltshire and Somerset
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Environment Agency issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Mid Bristol Avon area, warning of potential flooding on roads and low-lying land between Melksham and Bathford.
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- Record type
- Flood Alert
- Affected area
- Wiltshire and Somerset
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- Environment Agency
Flood notices turn on location and timing. Treat the named area as this record's scope; do not assume nearby counties, parishes, or waterways were included.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Wiltshire and Somerset.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert for the Mid Bristol Avon area. This alert was raised at 11:54 AM on February 17, 2026, due to high river levels on the Bristol River Avon. The alert indicates that flooding is possible and residents should remain vigilant.
Affected Areas
The alert covers the Mid Bristol Avon area within the Wessex region, specifically impacting the following locations:
- Counties: Bath and North East Somerset, and Wiltshire.
- Specific Geography: Flooding of roads and low-lying land is possible, particularly in the stretch between Melksham and Bathford.
- Watercourses: The Bristol River Avon, including the Semington Brook at Semington and the river at Bradford-on-Avon.
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:
- Avoid using low-lying footpaths near watercourses.
- Do not use bridges located near local rivers or brooks.
- Be aware that the flood gates at Holt Road may be closed to manage water levels.
- Monitor local weather updates and river level reports.
Expected Conditions
Currently, river levels on the Semington Brook at Semington and the Mid Bristol Avon at Bradford-on-Avon are falling. However, high river levels remain a concern for roads and low-lying land. Forecasted rainfall on Wednesday may cause river levels to increase again, potentially worsening conditions.
Timeline
The alert is effective as of February 17, 2026, with flooding possibilities extending throughout the week. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and will provide an updated message by 12:00 PM on February 18, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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