Flood Alert Issued for Rivers in South Worcestershire and Gloucestershire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for rivers in South Worcestershire. The alert was officially raised at 6:07 PM on February 18, 2026, in response to rising river levels that may lead to flooding of local infrastructure and terrain.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the West Midlands region, specifically impacting areas within Gloucestershire and Worcestershire. The primary waterways of concern include the River Isbourne, Badsey Brook, Honeybourne Brook, Bretforton Brook, and Littleton Brook.

Specific locations identified as being at risk include:

• Low-lying land and roads from North Littleton to Winchcombe
• Badsey, Childswickham, and Broadway
• Sedgeberrow and Toddington
• The road at Hinton on the Green bridge

What You Should Do

Residents and commuters are advised to exercise caution. The Environment Agency recommends that individuals avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. Local conditions are being closely monitored by agency officials.

Expected Conditions

Flooding is currently possible for low-lying land and roads adjacent to the listed rivers. The following river peaks have been predicted:

• Sedgeberrow: Expected to reach between 1.7m and 2.2m during the evening of February 18.
• Hinton on the Green: Expected to reach between 2.4m and 2.9m during the morning of February 19.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of February 18, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide an updated message by 11:00 AM on February 19, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.