Flood Alert Issued for Middle Hampshire Avon and Tributaries Across Wiltshire, Hampshire, and Dorset
This alert is no longer in effect.
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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A flood alert is in effect for the Middle Hampshire Avon and its tributaries as high river levels impact low-lying land and roads between Salisbury and Ringwood.
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- Record type
- Flood Alert
- Affected area
- Hampshire, Wiltshire, and Dorset
- 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 Hampshire, Wiltshire, and Dorset.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Middle Hampshire Avon and its tributaries within the Wessex area. The alert was officially raised at 9:26 AM on February 19, 2026, due to elevated river levels on the Hampshire River Avon.
Affected Areas
The geographic scope of this alert includes regions within Dorset Council, Hampshire, and Wiltshire. Specifically, the Environment Agency warns that low-lying land and roads near the river and its tributaries between Salisbury and Ringwood are most at risk of flooding.
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers are advised to avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. It is critical not to attempt to walk, cycle, or drive through flood water. The Environment Agency reminds the public that just 30cm of fast-flowing water is sufficient to move a vehicle. Residents should check local authority websites for information regarding potential road closures.
Expected Conditions
River levels remain high across the catchment as a result of recent rainfall combined with high groundwater levels. While rain is forecast for today and tomorrow, the expected totals are currently very low. The Environment Agency continues to monitor the situation closely.
Timeline
The alert was issued on February 19, 2026. Officials expect to provide an update on the situation by 10:00 AM on February 20, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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