Flood Warning Issued for River Cober at Trenear, Cornwall

Alert Details

A Flood Warning has been issued by the Environment Agency for the River Cober at Trenear. This level 2 severity alert indicates that flooding is expected and immediate action may be required.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers properties and low-lying areas in and around Trenear, Cornwall. Key locations identified as at risk include Sawyers Court, Poldark Mine, and the B3297. This area falls under the Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly regional division.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers are advised to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, as these may be flooded. The Environment Agency warns that flood waters in the affected areas may be deep and fast-flowing. Residents should monitor local conditions closely as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

High river levels on the River Cober are expected to cause flooding of properties and low-lying land. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation as water levels remain elevated.

Timeline

Flooding is expected to begin around 6:00 AM on Friday, February 27, 2026. River levels are forecast to be at their highest starting from 6:00 AM and are expected to remain high throughout the day. This message is scheduled to be updated by 2:00 PM on February 27, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.