Flood Alert Issued for River Avon in Worcestershire and Surrounding Counties

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Avon in Worcestershire. This level 3 severity alert indicates that flooding is possible today, Wednesday, February 18, 2026, as river levels remain high in response to recent rainfall.

Affected Areas

The alert covers geographic regions within Gloucestershire, Warwickshire, and Worcestershire in the West Midlands. Specific areas that may be affected include low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Avon from Abbotts Salford to Tewkesbury. Other locations cited in the warning include:

• Offenham
• Evesham
• Twyning
• Eckington Road
• Mill Bank Road from Jubilee Bridge to Fladbury

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 is closely monitoring the situation as conditions evolve.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently elevated following recent precipitation. At Bredon, the river reached a peak of 2.87 meters on Tuesday, February 17. The current forecast includes further scattered showers, which may impact river recovery.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 7:38 AM on February 18, 2026. Flooding is considered possible throughout the day. The Environment Agency expects to provide an update by 10:00 AM on February 19, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.