Flood Alert Issued for Upper River Tamar and Surrounding Areas in Devon and Cornwall

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for the Upper River Tamar area. This alert indicates that flooding is possible and residents should remain prepared as river levels rise.

Affected Areas

The alert covers geographic regions within Devon and Cornwall. The specific watercourses and catchments affected include:

• River Tamar
• River Strat
• River Neet
• River Ottery
• River Kensey

What You Should Do

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

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Stay away from low-lying land and roads situated close to the rivers.
• Monitor local conditions and stay updated on further messages from the Environment Agency.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently high following significant overnight rainfall and persistent heavy showers throughout the day. Because catchments are already saturated, rivers are expected to respond quickly to the ongoing precipitation. While current forecasts suggest flooding is likely for low-lying land and roads near the rivers, the Environment Agency reports that no flooding to properties is currently forecast.

Timeline

The alert is effective starting the afternoon of Sunday, February 15, 2026, and is expected to continue through the morning of Monday, February 16, 2026. Officials are closely monitoring the situation and will provide an update by 1:00 PM on February 16, 2026, or sooner if conditions change.