Flood Alert Issued for River Yeo and Parrett from Yeovilton to Huish Episcopi

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Yeo and River Parrett. This level 3 severity alert was officially raised at 11:25 AM on March 3, 2026, as officials continue to monitor water levels in the Wessex area.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers the region from Yeovilton to Huish Episcopi in Somerset. Impacted locations include the Somerset Levels and Moors, where a considerable amount of water remains. Low-lying roads and land adjacent to the River Yeo continue to be affected by the current conditions.

What You Should Do

Residents are urged to take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. The Environment Agency advises against putting yourself or others at risk. Field teams are actively operating structures and pumps to mitigate the impact.

Expected Conditions

Although floodwater is currently reducing, significant volumes remain on the moors. The Environment Agency is utilizing the Parrett Relief Channel downstream and operating as many pumps as possible, contingent on river and moor water levels. The forecast for Tuesday is largely dry, with settled weather expected to continue until the weekend.

Timeline

The alert was issued on March 3, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide an updated status report on the situation by 1:00 PM on March 4, 2026.