Flood Alert Issued for River Avon Affecting Worcestershire, Warwickshire, and Gloucestershire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert (Severity Level 3) for the River Avon in Worcestershire. The alert was officially raised at 9:41 AM on Monday, February 16, 2026, in response to high river levels following recent rainfall.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the River Avon and adjacent areas across the counties of Worcestershire, Warwickshire, and Gloucestershire. Specific geographic impacts include:

• Low-lying land and roads from Abbotts Salford to Tewkesbury.
• Offenham, Evesham, Twyning, and the Eckington Road.
• Mill Bank Road from Jubilee Bridge to Fladbury is currently impacted.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. The Environment Agency recommends monitoring local conditions closely as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

River levels remain high due to recent precipitation, and further scattered showers are forecast for the region. Flooding of roads and low-lying land adjacent to the river is possible throughout the day. Peak levels at Bredon are expected to reach between 2.9m and 3.1m.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of Monday, February 16, 2026. Peak water levels at Bredon are anticipated overnight on Monday. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and expects to provide an update by 10:00 AM on February 17, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.