Flood Alert: River Windrush High Water Levels in Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Windrush. This alert, designated as severity level 3, was officially raised on March 3, 2026, at 9:04 AM due to high river levels that may lead to flooding in the area.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the River Windrush from Bourton to Newbridge. This includes geographic regions within Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire. Specific locations identified as being at risk include areas around Bourton on the Water, Witney, and Newbridge.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to avoid using low-lying footpaths and roads near rivers, as these areas may be flooded. The Environment Agency recommends checking River Levels Online for the most current updates on water levels.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently high but stable. Flooding of low-lying land and roads is expected to continue today, March 3, 2026. However, the weather forecast is expected to remain dry today and for the next few days. As a result, the Environment Agency expects river levels to decrease over the coming days.

Timeline

The alert was issued on the morning of March 3, 2026. The Environment Agency has stated that this message will be updated by 12:00 PM on March 4, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.