Flood Alert Issued for Monks Brook in Hampshire and Southampton
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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 Monks Brook, warning of potential flooding and surface water on Wednesday due to forecast heavy rain.
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- Record type
- Flood Alert
- Affected area
- Hampshire and Southampton
- 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 and Southampton.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for Monks Brook. This alert indicates that flooding is possible in the area and residents should remain vigilant as weather conditions change.
Affected Areas
The alert covers the Solent and South Downs region, specifically affecting parts of Hampshire and Southampton. Key areas of concern include:
- Fleming Park: Potential flooding of the recreation ground.
- Kingfisher Road: Expected very high river levels.
- Chandlers Ford: Possible surface water flooding on local roads.
- Stoneham Way: Potential surface water flooding from Chestnut Way to the M27.
What You Should Do
Residents in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:
- Monitor local water levels and stay updated on the latest weather forecasts.
- Avoid walking or driving through floodwater where possible.
- Report any blockages in the river to the Environment Agency hotline at 0800 80 70 60.
Expected Conditions
While minimal rain is forecast for Monday, February 16, and Tuesday, February 17, conditions are expected to deteriorate mid-week. On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, up to 40mm of rain is possible. This rainfall may lead to high river levels and surface water flooding on roads in the specified locations.
Timeline
The alert was officially raised on February 16, 2026. Minimal impact is expected through Tuesday. The primary window for hazardous conditions is Wednesday, February 18. The Environment Agency will provide an updated message regarding this alert by 7:00 PM on February 17, 2026.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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