Flood Alert Issued for Welland Valley and Surrounding Counties

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Welland Valley (Area ID: 055WAF134TWV). This alert was raised on March 1, 2026, in response to high river levels following recent rainfall.

Affected Areas

The alert covers geographic regions within the following counties and areas:

• Leicestershire
• Lincolnshire
• North Northamptonshire
• Peterborough
• Rutland
• West Northamptonshire

Specific monitoring is focused on areas near the River Welland and River Jordan.

What You Should Do

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

• Take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Avoid low-lying roads near rivers which may be susceptible to flooding.
• Monitor local weather reports for further updates.

Expected Conditions

River levels remain high due to recent precipitation. Flooding is possible on March 1, 2026, with the most significant impacts expected on low-lying land and roads near rivers. Current forecasts indicate that flooding to properties is not likely; consequently, formal flood warnings are not expected to be issued at this stage.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of March 1, 2026. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and will provide an update by 5:00 PM on March 2, 2026, or sooner if conditions change.