Flood Alert Issued for River Mole and Tributaries from Kinnersley Manor to South Hersham
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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 Mole in Surrey, warning of rising river levels and potential flooding in Leatherhead and Cobham.
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- Record type
- Flood Alert
- Affected area
- Surrey, England
- 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 Surrey, England.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Mole and its tributaries. This alert, classified as severity level 3, was raised at 5:11 PM on February 16, 2026, following forecasts of rising river levels.
Affected Areas
The alert covers the River Mole and its tributaries from Kinnersley Manor to South Hersham within the county of Surrey. Residents should be aware that flooding is most likely to affect low-lying land and roads near the river. Specific areas of concern include locations around Leatherhead and Cobham.
What You Should Do
The Environment Agency advises residents and travelers to take care in the affected areas. It is critical to avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
Expected Conditions
Forecasts indicate that river levels are rising today, which may lead to flooding. The primary hazards are expected on low-lying land and roadways adjacent to the River Mole and its tributaries.
Timeline
The alert is currently active as of February 16, 2026. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and expects to provide an update by 9:00 AM on February 17, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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