Flood Alert Issued for River Great Ouse from Newport Pagnell to Sharnbrook

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert (Severity Level 3) for the River Great Ouse. The alert was officially raised at 8:28 AM on February 21, 2026, in response to elevated river levels caused by recent heavy rainfall.

Affected Areas

The geographic scope of this alert includes the River Great Ouse from Newport Pagnell to Sharnbrook. The affected regions fall within the East Anglia area, specifically impacting parts of Bedford and Milton Keynes.

What You Should Do

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

• Avoid using low-lying footpaths near the river.
• Stay away from bridges located near local watercourses.
• Monitor local river levels and weather updates as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently high and flooding remains possible throughout February 21, 2026. While the Environment Agency does not expect the situation to escalate further at this time, light rainfall is forecast for today and tomorrow. This additional precipitation may cause river levels to remain high. Agency officials are currently monitoring both rainfall and river levels.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of February 21, 2026. A formal update on the situation is expected to be issued by 10:00 AM on Sunday, February 22, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.