Flood Alert Issued for River Frome in Herefordshire as Water Levels Rise

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Frome in Herefordshire. This level 3 severity alert indicates that flooding is possible due to high river levels currently affecting the West Midlands region.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers the geographic area surrounding the River Frome. Impacted locations include:

• Low-lying land and roads along the River Frome from Bromyard to Hereford.
• Bishops Frome
• Yarkhill

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to take the following safety precautions:

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Take care when traveling near riverbanks or low-lying areas.
• Monitor local conditions as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

High river levels are expected to cause flooding on low-lying land and roadways. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the River Frome and will provide updates as conditions evolve.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 5:36 PM on February 15, 2026. Flooding is considered possible for the remainder of February 15 and is expected to persist for the next couple of days. The Environment Agency will provide an updated message by 11:00 AM on February 16, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.