Flood Warning Issued for River Alne at Bird in Hand, Henley-in-Arden

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the River Alne at Bird in Hand. This alert indicates that flooding is expected and immediate action is required for those in the vicinity.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the West Midlands region, specifically within Warwickshire. Flooding is expected to affect properties and roads around Birmingham Road in Henley-in-Arden.

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area should take the following actions immediately:

• Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
• Activate any flood protection products you may have installed on your property.
• Monitor local conditions and stay informed on river level changes.

Expected Conditions

Rising river levels on the River Alne are expected to cause flooding this evening. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation, including rainfall patterns and river level data.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 11:19 PM on February 27, 2026. Flooding is expected to occur throughout the remainder of the evening on February 27. The Environment Agency has stated that this message will be updated by 11:00 AM on February 28, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.