Flood Warning Issued for B1040 Thorney to Whittlesey Road in Cambridgeshire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the B1040 Thorney to Whittlesey Road to the South of the River Nene. This alert indicates that flooding is expected and immediate action may be required.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the B1040 road between Thorney and Whittlesey in the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough regions. This area falls under the Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire Environment Agency administrative zone.

What You Should Do

Residents and commuters are advised to avoid the B1040 Thorney to Whittlesey Road. The Local Authority may close this road for safety reasons as water levels rise. Motorists should look for diversionary routes and check the local authority website for the latest road closure information. Continue to monitor local media for further updates.

Expected Conditions

High river levels on the River Nene are currently causing flooding. The Whittlesey Wash flood storage reservoir is being operated to protect nearby communities, which will result in rising water levels flooding the B1040 road. Further rainfall is forecast for tomorrow, February 18, 2026, which is expected to keep river levels high.

Timeline

The flood warning was officially raised at 09:25 AM on February 17, 2026. High water levels are expected to continue throughout the day and into tomorrow. The Environment Agency plans to provide an updated message by 17:00 on February 18, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.