Flood Alert Issued for River Waveney and River Dove in Norfolk and Suffolk
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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 Waveney and River Dove, warning of potential flooding in Diss, Eye, Harleston, and Bungay due to high river levels.
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- Record type
- Flood Alert
- Affected area
- Norfolk and Suffolk
- 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 Norfolk and Suffolk.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Waveney and the River Dove. The alert (ID: 054WAFSF1) was officially raised at 10:22 AM on February 17, 2026, in response to rising water levels following recent rainfall.
Affected Areas
The alert covers the River Waveney from Diss and the River Dove to Ellingham. Specific geographic regions and towns at risk include:
- Norfolk and Suffolk counties
- Diss
- Eye
- Harleston
- Bungay
Impacts are most likely to occur on low-lying roads and riverside areas within these locations.
What You Should Do
Residents and commuters in the warning area should take the following safety measures:
- Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
- Take care when traveling near riverside areas.
- Monitor local conditions and stay informed on river level changes.
Expected Conditions
River levels remain high across the East Anglia area due to recent precipitation. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring both rainfall and river levels to determine if further action is required. The primary hazard identified is the potential for flooding on roads and paths adjacent to the river.
Timeline
The alert is effective as of February 17, 2026. Officials indicate that this message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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