Flood Warning: Middle Hampshire Avon at Britford

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the Middle Hampshire Avon at Britford, Salisbury. This alert indicates that flooding is expected in the area due to current river conditions.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the Wessex area within the county of Wiltshire. In Britford, the locations at the highest risk of flooding include:

• Lower Road
• Church Lane

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:

• Deploy any available flood protection products immediately.
• Activate your personal or business flood plan if you have one.
• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Exercise extreme caution: just 30cm of fast-flowing water is sufficient to move a vehicle.

Expected Conditions

River levels along the Hampshire River Avon remain high and are continuing to rise. This is the result of recent heavy rainfall combined with high groundwater levels. While flooding is expected, the current forecast indicates that no further rainfall is expected today or over the next several days. The Environment Agency continues to monitor the situation closely.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 12:45 PM on February 16, 2026. A formal update to this message is scheduled to be provided by 3:00 PM on February 17, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.