Flood Alert Issued for Middle Avon: Rugby to Bidford Region
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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 Middle Avon area, warning of elevated river levels and potential flooding through Tuesday.
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- Record type
- Flood Alert
- Affected area
- West Midlands
- 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 West Midlands.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for the Middle Avon region. The alert was officially raised on March 2, 2026, at 3:35 PM as officials continue to monitor the River Avon, St Johns, and Fishers rivers.
Affected Areas
The alert impacts several counties including Coventry, Gloucestershire, Warwickshire, and Worcestershire. Specific geographic focus is placed on the Middle Avon between Rugby and Bidford. Areas specifically mentioned as at risk include:
- Warwick
- Stratford upon Avon
- Local caravan parks
- Farmland and low-lying roads adjacent to the river
What You Should Do
Residents in the warning zone are advised to take the following precautions:
- Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
- Stay away from flood water, as it contains hidden dangers including open manhole covers, sewage, and chemicals.
- Monitor local weather reports for further updates.
Expected Conditions
River levels are currently decreasing along the Avon. While upstream areas such as Rugby and Warwick have returned to normal levels, the river at Stratford upon Avon remains elevated. Although the level at Stratford is decreasing, the risk of flooding to low-lying land and roads continues.
Timeline
The alert is effective immediately and the risk is expected to remain into Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The Environment Agency will provide an updated message by 11:00 AM on Tuesday, or sooner if the situation changes.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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