Flood Alert Issued for River Thames from Hurley to Cookham in Buckinghamshire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Thames from Hurley to Cookham. The alert was officially raised at 2:57 PM on February 27, 2026, in response to high river levels.

Affected Areas

The geographic scope of this alert includes the River Thames stretch from Hurley to Cookham, affecting parts of Buckinghamshire and Windsor and Maidenhead. Flooding is specifically expected to impact low-lying land and roads in the Hurley and Marlow areas.

What You Should Do

Residents and visitors in the affected regions are advised to avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges located near local watercourses. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring rainfall and river levels while liaising with local authorities and emergency services. Individuals are encouraged to check current river levels online for further updates.

Expected Conditions

While river levels are currently high, they are reported to be slowly declining. However, flooding of low-lying land and roads is expected to persist throughout today, February 27, 2026. The weather forecast indicates light rainfall for both today and tomorrow.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of February 27, 2026. This message is scheduled to be updated by 8:00 PM on February 28, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.