Flood Warning Issued for River Severn at Severn Ham, Tewkesbury

Alert Details

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

Affected Areas

The warning is in effect for the River Severn at Severn Ham, Tewkesbury, covering parts of Gloucestershire and Worcestershire in the West Midlands. Flooding is expected to affect properties and roads in and around Severn Ham, and access to Abbey Mill may be compromised.

What You Should Do

Residents are advised to take immediate care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and recommends staying informed as further rain is forecast for the area.

Expected Conditions

River levels remain high in response to recent rainfall. Further rain is forecast, which may result in additional rises on the river. Specific predicted peaks for Monday evening, February 16, include:

• Mythe: Between 4.2m and 4.3m
• Upper Pound: Between 4.1m and 4.3m

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 9:20 AM on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Flooding is possible throughout Sunday and into the coming days. Peak river levels are currently anticipated for the evening of Monday, February 16. This message is scheduled to be updated by 10:00 AM on February 16, 2026, or as the situation changes.