Flood Alert Issued for Severn Estuary from Gloucester to Sharpness Due to High Tides

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Severn Estuary from Gloucester to Sharpness. This alert, classified as severity level 3, was raised on Thursday, February 19, 2026, in response to high tides that may lead to flooding in the West Midlands region.

Affected Areas

The alert covers low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Estuary extending from Sandhurst to Chepstow and Sharpness. Specific areas of concern include:

• Flood embankments at Longney and The Noards, which may be overtopped.
• Rodley Lane and Westbury.
• Awre Road and Brims Pill.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers are advised to avoid coastal roads and low-lying roads near rivers, as these areas are susceptible to flooding. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring the situation closely.

Expected Conditions

High tides are expected to result in the following predicted peaks on Thursday, February 19, 2026:

• Gloucester: 3.4m to 3.7m during the morning high tides; 3.4m to 3.6m during the evening high tides.
• Sandhurst: 3.8m to 4.0m during the morning high tides; 3.75m to 3.95m during the evening high tides.

Timeline

The alert is effective for Thursday, February 19, 2026, with flooding possible over the coming days. The Environment Agency expects to provide an update by 1:00 PM on February 20, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.