Flood Alert: Middle Avon from Rugby to Bidford

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for the Middle Avon region. This alert covers the area from Rugby to Bidford and was officially raised at 10:09 AM on Tuesday, 17 February 2026.

Affected Areas

The alert impacts several counties including Coventry, Gloucestershire, Warwickshire, and Worcestershire. Specific geographic areas at risk include low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Avon between Rugby and Bidford. This includes Warwick, Stratford upon Avon, local caravan parks, and surrounding farmland. The alert also concerns the St Johns and Fishers watercourses.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:

• Avoid using low-lying roads near rivers, as they may be flooded.
• Avoid low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
• Stay informed as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

River levels on the Avon, St Johns, and Fishers remain high but are reported to be falling slowly as of Tuesday. Consequently, while the risk of flooding remains, it is currently reducing. The Environment Agency is actively clearing blockages from debris screens and monitoring the water levels closely.

Timeline

The alert was issued at 10:09 AM on 17 February 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide an update by 11:00 AM on 18 February 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.