Flood Alert Issued for Rattlesden River and River Gipping in Suffolk
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Environment Agency issued it on April 6, 2026, 5 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 the Rattlesden River and River Gipping, warning of potential flooding in Stowmarket, Needham Market, and surrounding areas.
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- Record type
- Flood Alert
- Affected area
- Suffolk, East Anglia
- 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 5 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Suffolk, East Anglia.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert (Severity Level 3) for the Rattlesden River and River Gipping. The alert was officially raised on the afternoon of February 15, 2026, following reports of rising water levels.
Affected Areas
The alert covers the geographic region of East Anglia, specifically within the county of Suffolk. The primary areas at risk include low-lying roads and riverside areas through and including:
- Stowmarket
- Needham Market
- Wetherden
- Rattlesden
- Combs Ford
What You Should Do
Residents and commuters in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:
- Take care when traveling near riverside areas.
- Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
- Monitor local weather reports and river level updates.
Expected Conditions
River levels have been rising throughout the afternoon of February 15 as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding is possible for low-lying roads and areas adjacent to the Rattlesden River and River Gipping. The Environment Agency is actively monitoring both rainfall and river levels to assess the ongoing risk.
Timeline
The alert was issued at 4:06 PM on February 15, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide an update on the situation by 10:00 AM on February 16, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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