Flood Alert Issued for Tidal River Crane in Greater London and Hounslow

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert (Severity Level 3) for the Tidal River Crane. This alert is currently in effect for the Hertfordshire and North London area, specifically targeting the tidal sections of the River Crane.

Affected Areas

The alert covers geographic regions within Greater London, including Hounslow and Richmond upon Thames. Specific locations most likely to be affected include low-lying land and roads near:

• Talbot Road
• Percy Road
• Napier Road
• Haliburton Road
• Eve Road
• Northcote Road footbridge areas

What You Should Do

Residents and visitors in the affected areas are advised to avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as conditions evolve.

Expected Conditions

Flooding is possible due to high tides combined with high river flows originating from upstream. These conditions may lead to the inundation of roads and land adjacent to the river.

Timeline

The flood alert is specifically active from 16:00 to 18:30 on 21 February 2026. An official update to this message is expected by 6:00 PM on 21 February 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.