Flood Alert Issued for River Great Ouse from Sharnbrook to Roxton

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Great Ouse. The alert was officially raised at 8:29 AM on February 21, 2026, following recent heavy rainfall in the catchment area. While river levels are currently falling, they remain high, and flooding remains possible throughout the day.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically targets the geographic region of East Anglia, focusing on the River Great Ouse from Sharnbrook to Roxton. The following counties and areas are affected:

• Bedford
• Central Bedfordshire
• 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 local watercourses.
• Avoid crossing bridges near local watercourses where water levels are high.
• Monitor local weather reports for further updates.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently elevated but are on a downward trend. However, further light rainfall is forecast for today, February 21, and tomorrow, February 22. The Environment Agency does not expect the situation to escalate further at this time, but they continue to monitor both rainfall and river levels closely.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of February 21, 2026. Officials expect to provide an updated message by 10:00 AM on Sunday, February 22, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.