Flood Warning Issued for Curry Moor and Hay Moor Along River Tone in Somerset

Source: Environment Agency · Somerset, Wessex

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The Environment Agency has issued a flood warning for Curry Moor and Hay Moor as river levels remain high, with further wet weather forecast for the region.

What this Environment Agency flood warning tells you, and what most readers miss

This notice was issued by Environment Agency on February 27, 2026 and geographically references Somerset, Wessex. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken — "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to — Flood Warnings — determines the regulatory framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, recalls, evacuations) are available to affected individuals and who holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.

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Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a formal Flood Warning for Curry Moor and Hay Moor in the Wessex area. This alert follows high water levels on the River Tone, with the agency actively monitoring flood banks, spillways, and sluices.

Affected Areas

The warning is concentrated in the Somerset region, specifically affecting Curry Moor and Hay Moor. Local travel is impacted as Cutts Road and New Road remain closed. However, the Athelney spillway has stopped running and the A361 is currently open to traffic.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers are urged to avoid driving through flood water. The Environment Agency is currently conducting pumping operations at Northmoor and Saltmoor, supported by additional mobile pumps. Pumping at Currymoor is ongoing and will continue as river levels allow. Residents should monitor local river and sea levels via official government services.

Expected Conditions

As of the latest report, the River Tone level at the Currymoor pumping station is 7.14m and falling. Water enters Currymoor via the Hookbridge spillway when levels exceed 7.45m. The drain level at the Currymoor pumping station is currently 6.76m and falling. While Thursday morning is expected to be largely dry, wet and windy weather is forecast for Thursday evening and overnight into Friday morning. Additional rain and showers are anticipated throughout the weekend.

Timeline

This alert was issued on February 26, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide a formal update by 1:00 PM on February 27, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Environment Agency flood warning.

What is this Environment Agency flood warning about?
The Environment Agency has issued a flood warning for Curry Moor and Hay Moor as river levels remain high, with further wet weather forecast for the region.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Environment Agency. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Somerset, Wessex. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
Browse the full Flood Warnings feed on Areazine at areazine.com/uk/floods/ for the latest updates from Environment Agency and other agencies.