Flood Warning Issued for River Coln from Fossebridge to Quennington

Source: Environment Agency · Gloucestershire

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Environment Agency issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).

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The Environment Agency has issued a flood warning for the River Coln in Gloucestershire, with high river levels expected to impact roads and low-lying land through February 23.

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Record type
Flood Warning
Affected area
Gloucestershire
Issued
April 6, 2026
Issuing authority
Environment Agency

Flood notices turn on location and timing. Treat the named area as this record's scope; do not assume nearby counties, parishes, or waterways were included.

Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Gloucestershire.

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood warning for the River Coln and its tributaries within the Thames area. The alert was officially raised at 8:53 AM on February 22, 2026, due to high river levels that pose a risk of flooding to the surrounding region.

Affected Areas

The primary geographic scope of this alert is Gloucestershire, specifically focusing on the River Coln and Dudgrove Brook. The warning is in force for the stretch of the River Coln from Fossebridge to Quennington. Areas expected to see the most significant impact include Fossebridge, Coln St Dennis, and Bibury.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to avoid using low-lying footpaths and roads near rivers, as these are likely to be flooded. The Environment Agency encourages the public to check current river levels via the River Levels Online service for real-time updates.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently high, and flooding of low-lying land and roads is expected to continue throughout Sunday, February 22. The forecast indicates predominantly light rain over the next 48 hours, though occasional heavy bursts are possible. River levels are expected to remain high and sensitive to any additional rainfall over the coming days.

Timeline

The alert became effective on the morning of February 22, 2026. The Environment Agency has stated that this message will be updated by 12:00 PM on February 23, 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 the River Coln in Gloucestershire, with high river levels expected to impact roads and low-lying land through February 23.
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 Gloucestershire. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
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