Flood Alert Issued for River Thames in Shiplake, Lower Shiplake, and Wargrave

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Thames. The alert was officially raised at 09:25 on February 25, 2026, due to high river levels that may lead to flooding in the region.

Affected Areas

The geographic scope of this alert includes the River Thames for Shiplake, Lower Shiplake, and Wargrave. This impact zone spans across the counties of Oxfordshire and Wokingham.

What You Should Do

Residents and visitors in the affected areas are advised to:

• Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
• Monitor current river levels online via official government channels.
• Remain vigilant as the situation develops and liaise with local authorities if necessary.

Expected Conditions

Flooding of low-lying land and roads is expected to continue throughout today, February 25, 2026. While river levels remain high, they are currently reported to be slowly falling. The forecast indicates very little rainfall over the next few days, which is expected to allow river levels to continue their gradual decline. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring rainfall and river levels while coordinating with emergency services.

Timeline

The alert is currently active as of February 25, 2026. A formal update to this message is scheduled to be provided by 20:00 on February 26, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.