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

Source: Environment Agency · Herefordshire, 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This alert is no longer in effect.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 Frome, warning of potential flooding on roads and low-lying land between Bromyard and Hereford through mid-February.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
Herefordshire, 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 Herefordshire, West Midlands.

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.

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 Frome, warning of potential flooding on roads and low-lying land between Bromyard and Hereford through mid-February.
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 Herefordshire, 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.