Flood Alert Issued for River Thames from Days Lock to Pangbourne

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Thames and its tributaries from Days Lock to above Pangbourne. The alert was officially raised at 10:09 AM on February 16, 2026, in response to slowly rising river levels.

Affected Areas

The alert covers geographic regions within Oxfordshire and West Berkshire. Specific areas expected to be impacted include Benson, Wallingford, Goring, and Streatley. The alert applies to the River Thames and several tributaries, including Lady Brook, Ewelme Stream, Mill Brook, West Hagbourne Stream, Hakkas Brook, Cholsey Brook, and Kibble Ditch.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to avoid low-lying footpaths and roads near rivers, which may be flooded. The Environment Agency recommends checking River Levels Online for the most current updates on water levels in the area.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently rising slowly and are expected to continue this trend throughout the day as water moves downstream. Flooding of low-lying land and roads is expected today. While the weather forecast is predominantly dry, scattered showers are possible, and some may be heavy.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of February 16, 2026, and river levels are expected to remain high over the coming days. The Environment Agency will provide an update on this situation by 12:00 PM on February 17, 2026, or sooner if conditions change.