Flood Alert Issued for River Pinn in Greater London

Source: Environment Agency · Hertfordshire and North London

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Environment Agency issues flood alert for River Pinn and Woodridings Stream due to forecast high river levels from heavy rain and storms.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
Hertfordshire and North London
Issued
August 26, 2026
Issuing authority
Environment Agency

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Alert Details

Flood alert issued by the Environment Agency for River Pinn and Woodridings Stream. Severity: Flood alert (level 3). Alert raised at 2026-08-26T20:23:38.

Affected Areas

Greater London, Harrow, Hillingdon. Locations most affected may include Hatch End, Pinner, Ruislip, Ickenham, Hillingdon, and Uxbridge. Low lying land, roads, and riverside gardens along the River Pinn.

What You Should Do

Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near watercourses.

Expected Conditions

Forecast high river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding possible from heavy rain and storms. Rivers could overtop banks if heaviest rain affects listed areas. Surface water flooding could occur where water gathers and flows off road surfaces. River levels expected to rise quickly in areas receiving heaviest rain.

Timeline

Flooding is possible from the early hours of 27 August 2026. Further heavy rain and thunderstorms forecast during the day on Thursday 27 August and into Friday 28 August. Message will be updated by 10:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes. Agency is monitoring and prepared to issue flood warnings if required.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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What is this Environment Agency flood warning about?
Environment Agency issues flood alert for River Pinn and Woodridings Stream due to forecast high river levels from heavy rain and storms.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Environment Agency. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Hertfordshire and North London. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
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