Flood Alert Issued for River Thames from Hurley to Cookham

Source: Environment Agency · Buckinghamshire and Windsor and Maidenhead

This alert is no longer in effect.

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 Thames between Hurley and Cookham, warning of potential flooding on roads and low-lying land through February 16.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
Buckinghamshire and Windsor and Maidenhead
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 Buckinghamshire and Windsor and Maidenhead.

Alert Details

Alert Type: Flood alert (Severity Level 3)
Issued By: Environment Agency
Effective Period: February 15, 2026, through February 16, 2026

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers the River Thames from Hurley to Cookham. This includes the counties of Buckinghamshire and Windsor and Maidenhead, with particular impact expected in the Marlow, Hurley, and Cookham areas.

What You Should Do

Residents and visitors are advised to avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges located near local watercourses. The Environment Agency emphasizes that individuals should take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.

Expected Conditions

High river levels are currently leading to the flooding of low-lying land and roads, a situation expected to continue over the coming days. Further rainfall is forecast for the afternoon and evening of February 15, which may be heavy at times. Officials expect river levels to remain high and highly responsive to additional rainfall throughout the next few days.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 4:40 PM on February 15, 2026. Flooding is considered possible through February 16, 2026. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and expects to provide an updated message by 8:00 PM on February 16, 2026, or sooner if conditions change.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Environment Agency flood warning.

What is this Environment Agency flood warning about?
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Thames between Hurley and Cookham, warning of potential flooding on roads and low-lying land through February 16.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Environment Agency. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Buckinghamshire and Windsor and Maidenhead. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
Browse the full Flood Warnings feed on Areazine at areazine.com/uk/floods/ for the latest updates from Environment Agency and other agencies.