Flood Alert Issued for Upper Meon in Hampshire as Heavy Rain Forecasts Threaten River Levels

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Upper Meon area within the Solent and South Downs region. This alert was raised following high river levels and a forecast for additional rainfall that may lead to flooding in the area.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers the River Meon in Hampshire. Geographic regions at risk include:

• East Meon and West Meon: Including Lynch Lane, Shoe Lane, and Church Lane.
• Exton and Meonstoke: Specifically Bucks Head Hill.
• Wickham: Potential flooding of gardens and the Millennium Water Meadows.

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:

• Consider activating any flood protection products installed at your property.
• Check groundwater pumps if your property is close to the river or prone to rising water levels.
• Monitor local conditions as river levels remain high.

Expected Conditions

Forecasters expect up to 18mm of rain on Sunday, February 22, 2026. If this rainfall is realized, river levels will rise, potentially impacting local roads and low-lying land. Following Sunday’s weather, conditions are expected to stabilize with minimal rain (up to 1mm daily) forecast from Monday through Wednesday.

Timeline

The flood risk is most significant on Sunday, February 22, 2026. River levels and the associated flood risk are expected to begin reducing by Monday, February 23, 2026. The Environment Agency is monitoring the situation for blockages and will provide an update on this alert by 18:00 on February 23, 2026.