Flood Alert Issued for Middle Nene River Area Across Cambridgeshire and Northamptonshire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert for the Middle Nene river area. This alert indicates that flooding is possible due to high river levels following recent rainfall. The alert was officially raised at 12:13 PM on February 17, 2026.

Affected Areas

The geographic scope of this alert includes the following counties and regions:

• Cambridgeshire
• North Northamptonshire
• Peterborough
• West Northamptonshire

Impacts are specifically expected along the River Nene, with low-lying land and roads near the river being the most vulnerable to rising water levels.

What You Should Do

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

• Take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Avoid using low-lying roads near rivers which may be flooded.
• Monitor local weather reports and stay updated on changing conditions.

Expected Conditions

River levels remain high as a result of recent precipitation. While further light rainfall is forecast for today and tomorrow, current forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely. Consequently, more severe flood warnings are not expected to be issued at this time. The Environment Agency continues to monitor the situation closely.

Timeline

The alert is currently effective as of February 17, 2026. Officials expect the situation to persist through at least the following day. A formal update to this message is scheduled to be provided by 5:00 PM on February 18, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.