Flood Alert Issued for River Dene in South East Warwickshire

Source: Environment Agency · South East Warwickshire, West Midlands

This alert is no longer in effect.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 the River Dene, warning of potential flooding on low-lying land and roads through February 16.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
South East Warwickshire, West Midlands
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 South East Warwickshire, West Midlands.

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for the River Dene in South East Warwickshire. The alert was officially raised at 10:50 AM on February 15, 2026, as river levels are expected to rise in response to incoming weather patterns.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers the River Dene catchment within the West Midlands area. Flooding is expected to affect low-lying land and roads in and around the following locations:

  • Shipston on Stour
  • Tredington
  • Halford
  • Newbold on Stour
  • Crimscote
  • Wimpstone
  • Clifford Chambers

What You Should Do

Residents and commuters in the affected Warwickshire regions should adhere to the following safety guidance:

  • Take care when traveling near watercourses.
  • Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
  • Monitor local conditions as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

According to the Environment Agency, river levels had previously fallen but are forecast to cross the Flood Alert threshold again during the afternoon and evening of February 15. This secondary rise is a direct result of today's forecast rainfall. Flooding of land and local roadways is expected to persist through February 15 and February 16, 2026.

Timeline

The alert is currently active, with flooding impacts anticipated on February 15 and 16, 2026. Officials are closely monitoring the River Dene. This message is scheduled to be updated by 11:00 AM on February 16, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.

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 the River Dene, warning of potential flooding on low-lying land and roads through February 16.
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 South East Warwickshire, West Midlands. 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.