Flood Alert Issued for River Evenlode and River Glyme Across Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, and Warwickshire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert (Severity Level 3) for the River Evenlode and River Glyme. This alert was officially raised at 9:16 AM on February 23, 2026, due to high river levels currently affecting the region.

Affected Areas

The alert covers a broad geographic area across Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, and Warwickshire. Specific locations at risk include:

• River Evenlode: Areas from Moreton in Marsh to Cassington.
• River Glyme: Locations at Wootton and Woodstock.

Flooding is particularly expected to continue today in the Woodstock area, impacting low-lying land and local roads.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:

• Avoid using low-lying roads near rivers, as they may be flooded and dangerous.
• Monitor local weather reports and current river levels online for real-time updates.
• Remain vigilant as river levels are expected to stay high and sensitive to any additional rainfall.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently high on the River Glyme. While the immediate weather forecast is predominantly dry with some light rain, the ground and river systems remain sensitive. Flooding of roads and low-lying land is expected to persist throughout the day on February 23, 2026.

Timeline

The alert is currently active as of February 23, 2026. The Environment Agency expects river levels to remain high over the coming days. A formal update to this message is scheduled to be provided by 12:00 PM on February 24, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.