Flood Alert Issued for River Yeo and Parrett on the Somerset Levels

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for the River Yeo and Parrett, specifically targeting The Levels. The alert was officially raised at 11:01 AM on March 3, 2026, as significant volumes of water remain in the region despite a gradual reduction in floodwater levels.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the low-lying moors in the Wessex area of Somerset. Specific geographic focus includes areas near the following water bodies:

• River Yeo
• River Parrett
• Kings Sedgemoor Drain
• River Sowy

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected Somerset moors are advised to take the following precautions:

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Do not put yourself or others at risk by entering flooded zones.
• Monitor local conditions as Field Teams continue to operate structures and pumps.

Expected Conditions

While floodwater is currently reducing, a “considerable amount” of water remains on the Somerset Levels and Moors. The Environment Agency is currently maximising the use of the River Sowy (Parrett Relief Channel) to drain upstream moors. Pumping stations are fully operational around Langport. Additionally, temporary pumps are being utilized at Dunball sluices during high tide periods when water cannot naturally gravitate into the River Parrett.

Timeline

The alert was issued on the morning of Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The forecast for Tuesday indicates largely dry conditions, with settled weather expected to continue until the weekend. The Environment Agency will provide a formal update on the situation by 1:00 PM on March 4, 2026.