Flood Alert Issued for Welland Valley: High River Levels Affecting Multiple Counties

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Welland Valley (Area ID: 055WAF134TWV). This alert, classified as severity level 3, indicates that flooding is possible following recent heavy rainfall in the region.

Affected Areas

The alert covers a broad geographic area within Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire. Specific counties and regions affected include:

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

The primary focus of the alert is on low-lying land and roads surrounding the River Welland and River Jordan.

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 roads located near rivers, as these are most susceptible to flooding.
• Monitor local weather reports for further updates as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

River levels remain high due to recent precipitation. While further light rainfall is forecast for today, current modeling suggests that flooding to properties is not likely at this time. Consequently, full flood warnings are not currently expected to be issued. The Environment Agency continues to monitor the situation closely.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 9:53 AM on February 16, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide an update on the situation by 1:00 PM on February 17, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.