Flood Warning Issued for River Ray Across Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the River Ray. This alert is currently active for the Thames area as river levels remain high.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the River Ray from the Heath Bridge area to and including the Otmoor Basin. This geographic region spans across Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire. Specific watercourses of concern include the River Ray, Studley Wood Brook, and Beckley Brook.

What You Should Do

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

• Consider activating any available flood protection products.
• Monitor current river levels online for real-time updates.
• Stay away from flood water, as it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage, and chemicals.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently high on the River Ray. While further flooding of property remains a possibility, it is not currently expected over the next 48 hours. The forecast indicates predominantly light rain this afternoon and overnight, though some heavy spells are possible. River levels are anticipated to remain high over the coming days.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 9:48 AM on February 18, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide an update by 6:00 PM on February 18, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.