Flood Alert Issued for West Cornwall Rivers and Low-Lying Areas

Alert Details

A flood alert has been issued by the Environment Agency for the West Cornwall Rivers area. The alert was officially raised at 10:42 AM on March 1, 2026, following a rise in river levels due to recent rainfall.

Affected Areas

The alert covers several waterways in Cornwall, including:

• River Hayle
• Perrancoombe Stream
• Bolingey Stream
• Portreath Stream
• Newlyn Coombe River

Specific areas of concern include low-lying land and roads situated near these rivers, with the main focus on areas surrounding the River Hayle.

What You Should Do

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

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Monitor local weather reports and river levels.
• Stay alert to changing conditions as the Environment Agency continues to monitor the situation.

Expected Conditions

River levels have risen significantly following recent rainfall and are expected to remain high throughout the day and overnight. Further showers are forecast for the region, which may contribute to sustained high water levels and potential flooding of roads and low-lying land.

Timeline

The alert is currently in effect for March 1 and March 2, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide an update by 11:00 AM on March 2, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.