Flood Alert Issued for Riseley Brook in Bedford and Cambridgeshire

Source: Environment Agency · East Anglia, Bedford and Cambridgeshire

This alert is no longer in effect.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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The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for Riseley Brook, warning of potential flooding between Riseley and Pertenhall due to rising river levels.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
East Anglia, Bedford and Cambridgeshire
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 East Anglia, Bedford and Cambridgeshire.

Alert Details

Alert Type: Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) Issued By: Environment Agency Effective Date: February 15, 2026

Affected Areas

The alert covers Riseley Brook in Bedford Borough, impacting the counties of Bedford and Cambridgeshire. Specifically, the areas most at risk are those surrounding the Riseley Brook from Riseley to Pertenhall.

What You Should Do

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

  • Take care when moving through the area.
  • Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
  • Monitor local river levels and weather reports for further updates.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently high and may increase further in response to rainfall occurring on the morning of Sunday, February 15. The forecast for the morning remains wet. While flooding is possible, the Environment Agency does not currently expect the situation to escalate or require further warning messages beyond this alert.

Timeline

The alert was raised at 9:58 AM on Sunday, February 15, 2026. The Environment Agency is actively monitoring rainfall and river levels. This message is scheduled to be updated by 10:00 AM on Monday, February 16, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Environment Agency flood warning.

What is this Environment Agency flood warning about?
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for Riseley Brook, warning of potential flooding between Riseley and Pertenhall due to rising river levels.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Environment Agency. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects East Anglia, Bedford and Cambridgeshire. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
Browse the full Flood Warnings feed on Areazine at areazine.com/uk/floods/ for the latest updates from Environment Agency and other agencies.