Flood Alert Issued for West Cornwall Rivers as Water Levels Rise

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the West Cornwall Rivers area. This alert, classified as severity level 3, was raised at 4:32 PM on February 21, 2026, due to forecast rising river levels that may lead to flooding.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the Devon, Cornwall, and the Isles of Scilly region, specifically focusing on the county of Cornwall. Key waterways identified in the alert include:

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

Locations most affected will be low-lying land and roads near these rivers.

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.
• Exercise caution near riverbanks and low-lying roads.
• Monitor local weather reports and water levels as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

River levels are forecast to rise overnight on February 21, 2026. The primary hazard is the possibility of flooding on roads and low-lying land adjacent to the specified rivers and streams. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring the situation closely.

Timeline

The alert is effective starting overnight on February 21, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide an update by 11:00 AM on February 22, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.