Flood Alert Issued for River Salwarpe in Worcestershire; Rising Levels Threaten Low-Lying Areas
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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 Salwarpe, warning of potential flooding for communities between Catshill and Hawford due to rising river levels.
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- Record type
- Flood Alert
- Affected area
- Worcestershire, West Midlands
- 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 Worcestershire, West Midlands.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a formal flood alert for the River Salwarpe in the West Midlands. The alert, designated as severity level 3, was raised on the afternoon of 15 February 2026, following observations of rising river levels.
Affected Areas
The alert covers the geographic region of Worcestershire, specifically targeting low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Salwarpe. The primary area of concern extends from Catshill to Hawford. Other specific locations that may be affected by the rising waters include:
- Stoke Heath
- Stoke Prior
- Elmley Lovett
- Droitwich Spa
- Ombersley
What You Should Do
Residents and commuters in the warning zone are advised to take the following safety measures:
- Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water, as conditions can be more dangerous than they appear.
- Take extra care when traveling near riverbanks or low-lying roads.
- Monitor local news and Environment Agency updates for changes in the situation.
Expected Conditions
According to the Environment Agency, rising river levels throughout the day on 15 February 2026 are likely to lead to flooding on roads and land immediately adjacent to the river. Officials are currently monitoring the situation closely to determine if further warnings will be necessary.
Timeline
The alert became effective at 3:39 PM on 15 February 2026. The Environment Agency has stated that this message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 16 February 2026, or earlier if conditions change significantly.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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