Flood Alert Issued for River Dikler from Condicote to Little Rissington

Source: Environment Agency · Gloucestershire, England

This alert is no longer in effect.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 Dikler in Gloucestershire, warning of high water levels and potential flooding in Bourton on the Water.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
Gloucestershire, England
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 Gloucestershire, England.

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert (Severity Level 3) for the River Dikler. The alert was officially raised at 8:39 AM on February 15, 2026, in response to rising river levels.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the River Dikler from Condicote to Little Rissington. Specific geographic areas at risk include low-lying land and roads in Gloucestershire, with particular emphasis on the area surrounding Bourton on the Water.

What You Should Do

Residents and visitors are advised to avoid using low-lying footpaths and roads near rivers, as these areas are susceptible to flooding. The Environment Agency encourages the public to check the River Levels Online service for the most current updates on water levels.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently high, and flooding of low-lying land and roads is expected to continue throughout Sunday, February 15. Further rainfall is forecast for the remainder of the day, which may be heavy at times. Officials anticipate that river levels will remain high for several days.

Timeline

The alert became effective at 8:39 AM on February 15, 2026. The high water levels and associated flooding risks are expected to persist over the coming days. The Environment Agency will provide an update on this situation by 12:00 PM on February 16, 2026, or sooner if conditions change.

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 Dikler in Gloucestershire, warning of high water levels and potential flooding in Bourton on the Water.
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 Gloucestershire, England. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
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