Flood Alert Issued for River Severn in Shropshire and Worcestershire Following Heavy Rainfall

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Severn in Shropshire. The alert was officially raised at 7:23 AM on February 24, 2026, due to high river levels resulting from recent heavy rainfall across the region.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the River Severn in the West Midlands, specifically impacting the counties of Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, and Worcestershire. Flooding is expected to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Shrewsbury to Upper Arley. Specific locations identified as at risk include:

• White Abbey
• Coalbrookdale
• Ironbridge
• Bridgnorth

Officials report that the River Severn is currently bankfull at White Abbey, and the floodplain at Hayes Basin may be filling.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to take care and remain vigilant. The Environment Agency strongly recommends that the public avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.

Expected Conditions

Flooding continues at the Buildwas river gauge. The following water level peaks were observed at various gauges on February 23 and overnight into February 24:

• Crew Green: 5.38m on February 23
• Montford: 4.45m on February 23
• Welsh Bridge: 2.37m on February 23
• Buildwas: 3.47m on Monday evening, February 23
• Bridgnorth: 2.73m overnight leading into February 24

Timeline

The alert is currently active as of February 24, 2026. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and will provide an update by 10:00 AM on February 25, 2026, or sooner if conditions change.