Flood Alert Issued for West Somerset Streams Following Heavy Rainfall

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for the West Somerset Streams area. This alert was raised at 12:47 PM on February 19, 2026, following heavy rainfall overnight that has pushed river levels above safety thresholds.

Affected Areas

The alert covers several watercourses in the Wessex area of Somerset, including:

• Horner Water
• River Aller
• Washford River
• Hawkcombe Stream
• Monksilver Stream
• Doniford Stream and their tributaries

Locations most at risk include low-lying land and roads situated near these rivers. Specifically, the river near Beggearn Huish remains above the flood alert threshold of 0.35m.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to:

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Remain aware of local water levels and changing weather conditions.
• Monitor updates from the Environment Agency.

Expected Conditions

While current water levels appear stable and are expected to fall slowly, the ground remains saturated. Although Thursday is expected to remain largely dry, a band of moderate rain is forecast to move in from the west on Friday. Patchy light rain is anticipated on Saturday, followed by a cold front on Sunday that may bring heavier rainfall to the region.

Timeline

The alert is currently effective as of February 19, 2026. The Environment Agency is monitoring rainfall and river levels closely and expects to provide an update by 1:00 PM on February 20, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.