Flood Alert Issued for Middle River Roding Affecting Essex and Greater London

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Middle River Roding. This alert indicates that river levels remain high and flooding is possible throughout the day on February 17, 2026.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the Hertfordshire and North London area, specifically impacting regions within Essex, Greater London, and Redbridge. Locations most at risk include low-lying land and roads near the River Roding, particularly around:

• Hillmans Cottages
• Ongar Road
• Roding Road
• Roding Lane

What You Should Do

Residents and commuters are advised to take care when traveling through the affected areas. The Environment Agency strongly recommends avoiding walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. Residents should continue to monitor local conditions as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

River levels remain high due to recent conditions. The primary hazard identified is the potential flooding of low-lying land and roads adjacent to the river. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring the situation closely.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised on the morning of February 17, 2026. Officials expect to provide a status update by 5:00 PM on February 17, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.