Flood Warning Issued for River Severn at Abbots Court and Deerhurst, Gloucestershire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the River Severn at Abbots Court and Deerhurst. This alert was officially raised at 8:16 AM on February 20, 2026, in response to elevated river levels.

Affected Areas

The primary area impacted by this warning is Abbots Court in Deerhurst, located within the county of Gloucestershire in the West Midlands region. The warning specifically concerns the stretch of the River Severn in this vicinity.

What You Should Do

Residents and visitors in the affected area are advised to take immediate precautions. The Environment Agency recommends avoiding walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. Officials are closely monitoring the situation as conditions evolve.

Expected Conditions

River levels remain high due to recent rainfall across the region. While the river is currently elevated, further scattered showers are forecast over the coming days, which may exacerbate the situation. According to historical data provided for this event, the Haw Bridge peaked at 5.1 meters on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.

Timeline

The flood warning is effective as of Friday, February 20, 2026. Flooding is considered possible throughout the day. The Environment Agency expects to provide a formal update on the situation by 11:00 AM on February 21, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.