Flood Alert Issued for River Stour in South Warwickshire and Surrounding Counties
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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 Stour, warning of potential flooding on low-lying land and roads in Warwickshire, Gloucestershire, and Oxfordshire through February 16.
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- Record type
- Flood Alert
- Affected area
- South Warwickshire, 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 South Warwickshire, West Midlands.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for the River Stour in South Warwickshire. This alert indicates that high river levels may lead to flooding in the region.
Affected Areas
The alert covers the West Midlands area, specifically targeting the River Stour. The geographic scope includes parts of the following counties:
- Warwickshire
- Gloucestershire
- Oxfordshire
Locations most likely to be affected are low-lying land and roads situated near the river.
What You Should Do
Residents and commuters in the warning area are advised to take the following safety measures:
- Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
- Take care when traveling near riverbanks or low-lying roads.
- Monitor local news and weather updates for changes in river levels.
Expected Conditions
High river levels are expected to persist, creating a risk of flooding for land and infrastructure adjacent to the River Stour. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation as water levels respond to recent conditions.
Timeline
The alert was officially raised on the afternoon of February 15, 2026. Flooding is considered possible throughout the remainder of February 15 and may continue overnight into February 16, 2026. Officials expect to provide a status update by 11:00 AM on February 16, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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