Flood Warning Issued for B1040 Thorney to Whittlesey Road Near River Nene

Alert Details

A Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) has been issued by the Environment Agency 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 Thorney to Whittlesey Road located to the south of the River Nene. This area falls within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, under the Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire Environment Agency administrative area.

What You Should Do

Residents and commuters are advised to check the local authority website for the latest information on road closures. The Local Authority may close the B1040 for safety reasons while the warning remains in effect. If closures occur, diversionary routes will be established. Residents should monitor local media for further updates and avoid driving through floodwaters.

Expected Conditions

River levels remain high following recent heavy rainfall. To protect nearby communities, the Whittlesey Wash flood storage reservoir is currently being operated. Consequently, water levels within the reservoir remain high, leading to the continued flooding of the B1040 road.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 5:27 PM on February 19, 2026. High river levels are expected to persist throughout the day. The Environment Agency plans to provide a status update by 5:00 PM on February 20, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.