Flood Alert Issued for River Frome in Herefordshire from Bromyard to Hereford

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for the River Frome in Herefordshire. The alert was officially raised on February 19, 2026, at 8:19 AM following reports of high river levels that may lead to flooding.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the West Midlands region, specifically focusing on the River Frome in Herefordshire. Flooding is expected to affect low-lying land and roads along the river stretch from Bromyard to Hereford. Other specific locations that may be affected include Bishops Frome and Yarkhill.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to take care. The Environment Agency recommends avoiding walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. Officials are closely monitoring the situation.

Expected Conditions

High river levels are currently being observed, which may lead to the flooding of roads and low-lying land. The agency has noted that flooding was possible starting February 18, 2026, and conditions remain hazardous.

Timeline

The alert was issued on the morning of February 19, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide a formal update by 10:00 AM on February 20, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.