Flood Alert Issued for River Rother and Tributaries in East Sussex and Kent

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for the River Rother and its tributaries. This alert indicates that flooding is possible and residents should remain prepared for changing conditions.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers the River Rother and its tributaries from Turks Bridge to the Royal Military Canal. The affected geographic region spans East Sussex and Kent, falling under the Kent, South London, and East Sussex administrative area. Locations most at risk include low-lying land and roads situated near the river.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Monitor local conditions and rising river levels closely.
• Take care when traveling near low-lying land and roads adjacent to the river.

Expected Conditions

Forecasts indicate that river levels are rising today, which may lead to flooding. The primary hazard identified is the potential inundation of roads and low-lying terrain near the River Rother and its tributaries.

Timeline

This alert was officially raised at 7:50 PM on February 18, 2026. Flooding is considered possible on February 19, 2026. The Environment Agency has stated that this message will be updated by 11:00 AM on February 19, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.