Flood Warning Issued for Middle Hampshire Avon Near Salisbury Cathedral Area

Alert Details

Type: Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) Issued by: Environment Agency Effective: Immediately, as of February 15, 2026, at 11:48 AM

Affected Areas

The warning covers the Middle Hampshire Avon at the St Marys Cathedral area in Salisbury, Wiltshire. Specific locations expected to be most affected include:

• The Close
• St Marys Cathedral
• Salisbury Cathedral School
• Bishops Walk
• Exeter Street
• Carmelite Way

What You Should Do

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

• Continue using any available flood protection products.
• Activate and follow your personal or business flood plan.
• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Safety Note: Never drive through flood water; as little as 30cm of fast-flowing water is enough to move a vehicle.

Expected Conditions

River levels remain high due to recent rainfall and high groundwater levels. Flooding is currently forecast to affect low-lying land and roads. The weather remains unsettled, with additional rainfall forecast throughout the day, which may cause river levels to rise further.

Timeline

This alert was raised on February 15, 2026. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and expects to provide an update by 1:00 PM on February 16, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.