Flood Warning Issued for River Severn at Chaceley and Haw Bridge in Gloucestershire

Source: Environment Agency · Gloucestershire, West Midlands

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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 Severn, with property flooding possible in Tirley and Chaceley as river levels continue to rise.

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

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the River Severn at Chaceley and Haw Bridge. This alert indicates that flooding is expected due to high river levels following recent rainfall and forecast precipitation.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers geographic regions within Gloucestershire in the West Midlands. Impacted areas include properties and roads in and around Tirley and Chaceley. Specific transport routes identified as at risk include the B4213 Church Road and the B4213 Haw Bridge Road at the Wainlodes Junction.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to take immediate precautions. The Environment Agency urges the public to take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. Closely monitor local conditions as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

River levels remain high in response to recent rainfall, and further rainfall is currently forecast for the region. At Haw Bridge, the river is predicted to reach a peak level between 5.1 meters and 5.2 meters.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 9:28 AM on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Flooding is considered possible throughout Sunday and into the coming days. The predicted peak at Haw Bridge is expected to occur on the evening of Monday, February 16, 2026. Officials will provide an update on the situation by 11:00 AM on February 16, 2026, or sooner if conditions change 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 Severn, with property flooding possible in Tirley and Chaceley as river levels continue to rise.
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, West Midlands. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
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