Flood Alert Issued for Riseley Brook in Bedford Borough and Cambridgeshire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for Riseley Brook in Bedford Borough. The alert was officially raised at 8:29 AM on February 21, 2026, due to high river levels following recent rainfall in the catchment area.

Affected Areas

The geographic scope of this alert includes the East Anglia region, specifically affecting Bedford and Cambridgeshire. The areas most at risk are those surrounding Riseley Brook, extending from Riseley to Pertenhall.

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. The Environment Agency recommends monitoring local river levels and rainfall as conditions persist.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently falling but remain high. While the situation is not expected to escalate to a higher warning level at this time, further light rainfall is possible today and tomorrow. This additional precipitation may cause river levels to remain elevated throughout the weekend.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of February 21, 2026. The Environment Agency is actively monitoring the situation and will provide an update by 10:00 AM on Sunday, February 22, 2026, or sooner if conditions change.