Flood Warning Issued for River Dene at Walton in Warwickshire

Source: Environment Agency · Warwickshire, West Midlands

This alert is no longer in effect.

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 Dene at Walton, warning of potential flooding to properties and roads as river levels remain high.

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Record type
Flood Warning
Affected area
Warwickshire, West Midlands
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 Warwickshire, West Midlands.

Alert Details

A Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) has been issued by the Environment Agency for the River Dene at Walton. This alert indicates that flooding is expected and immediate action may be required.

Affected Areas

The warning is specifically focused on the Walton area within Warwickshire in the West Midlands. Geographic impacts include properties and roads in the vicinity of the River Dene, specifically including Walton Road.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected area are advised to avoid contact with flood water. If you find yourself in immediate danger, call 999. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring the situation closely as conditions evolve.

Expected Conditions

According to the latest reports, river levels have peaked and are currently falling slowly. However, levels remain above the flood risk threshold, and flooding remains possible throughout the day on 16 February 2026.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 10:03 AM on 16 February 2026. This message is scheduled to be updated by 11:00 AM on 17 February 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 Dene at Walton, warning of potential flooding to properties and roads as river levels remain high.
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 Warwickshire, West Midlands. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
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