Flood Alert Issued for River Kennet and Tributaries from Berwick Bassett to Newbury
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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 Kennet and its tributaries across Swindon, West Berkshire, and Wiltshire as high river levels threaten low-lying land.
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- Record type
- Flood Alert
- Affected area
- Swindon, West Berkshire, and Wiltshire
- 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 Swindon, West Berkshire, and Wiltshire.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Thames area, specifically covering the River Kennet and its tributaries. The alert was raised at 11:08 AM on February 16, 2026, following observations of high river levels that may lead to flooding in the region.
Affected Areas
The alert encompasses the River Kennet and its tributaries from Berwick Bassett down to Newbury. Specific geographic regions affected include:
- Counties: Swindon, West Berkshire, and Wiltshire.
- Rivers: River Kennet, River Og, River Aldbourne, Froxfield Stream, River Dun, and River Shalbourne.
- Specific Locations: Knighton, Hungerford, and the Newbury areas are cited as being at particular risk for flooding of low-lying land and roads.
What You Should Do
Residents in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:
- Avoid using low-lying footpaths and roads near rivers, as these may be flooded.
- Monitor local weather conditions and river levels.
- Visit 'River Levels Online' for the most current updates on water levels in your specific area.
Expected Conditions
River levels are currently high, and flooding of low-lying land and roads is possible throughout today, February 16, 2026. While the forecast for today is predominantly dry, scattered showers are expected, some of which may be heavy. These conditions are likely to keep river levels elevated over the coming days.
Timeline
The alert is currently effective as of February 16, 2026. Officials expect river levels to remain high for several days. The Environment Agency is scheduled to provide an updated message by 12:00 PM on February 17, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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