Flood Warning Issued for River Severn at Severn Ham, Tewkesbury

Source: Environment Agency · Gloucestershire and Worcestershire, West Midlands

This alert is no longer in effect.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 Severn at Severn Ham, Tewkesbury, with river levels expected to peak Monday evening.

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

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.

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 at Severn Ham, Tewkesbury, 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 Gloucestershire and Worcestershire, West Midlands. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
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