Flood Warning Issued for River Ray and Otmoor Basin in Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
This alert is no longer in effect.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 Ray and surrounding brooks as high water levels threaten the Otmoor Basin and Heath Bridge areas.
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- Record type
- Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire
- 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 Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the Thames area. High river levels on the River Ray have prompted the alert, indicating that flooding is a significant concern for the region.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the River Ray from the Heath Bridge area to and including the Otmoor Basin. This geographic scope includes portions of Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire. The alert also encompasses conditions for the Studley Wood Brook and Beckley Brook.
What You Should Do
Residents in the warning area are advised to take the following actions:
- Consider activating any flood protection products you may have on your property.
- Stay away from flood water, as it contains hidden dangers including open manhole covers, sewage, and hazardous chemicals.
- Monitor current river levels through official online updates.
Expected Conditions
River levels are currently high but are reported to be falling. However, the river remains sensitive to any further precipitation. The forecast for the next 48 hours indicates predominantly light rain, which may become heavy at times. While further flooding of property remains possible, it is not currently expected to occur within the next 48-hour window.
Timeline
This alert was raised at 9:14 AM on February 21, 2026. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and expects to provide an update by 6:00 PM on February 21, 2026, or sooner if conditions change.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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