Flood Warning Issued for River Severn at Hanley Road, Upton upon Severn

Source: Environment Agency · Worcestershire, 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 Hanley Road in Upton upon Severn, with river levels expected to peak Monday evening.

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

Alert Details

Type: Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) Issued By: Environment Agency Effective: Sunday, February 15, 2026

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the River Severn at Hanley Road in Upton upon Severn, located in Worcestershire within the West Midlands region. Flooding is expected to affect property and roads in the immediate vicinity of Hanley Road.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers are advised to take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. Officials note that Hanley Road may be closed due to rising water levels. Residents should monitor local conditions closely as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

River levels remain high following recent rainfall. The Environment Agency predicts a peak level of 4.7m to 5m at Saxon's Lode. Flooding is expected to impact both property and infrastructure throughout the day and into the coming week.

Timeline

The alert was raised on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Flooding is expected to persist over the next few days, with the predicted peak occurring on Monday evening, February 16, 2026. The Environment Agency plans to provide an update 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

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What is this Environment Agency flood warning about?
The Environment Agency has issued a flood warning for Hanley Road in Upton upon Severn, with river levels expected to peak Monday evening.
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 Worcestershire, West Midlands. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
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