Flood Warning Issued for River Thames at Purley Village in Oxfordshire and West Berkshire

Alert Details

A Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) has been issued by the Environment Agency for the River Thames at Purley Village. This alert indicates that flooding is expected and immediate action may be required to protect property.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the Purley Village area within the counties of Oxfordshire and West Berkshire. Impact is expected to be most significant for properties and roads situated nearest to the River Thames.

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected area are advised to activate any flood protection products they may have immediately. It is recommended to monitor current river levels through official updates on River Levels Online.

Expected Conditions

Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding of property and roads. While further rain showers are possible overnight, the forecast for tomorrow is predominantly dry. However, river levels are expected to continue rising slowly overnight and through tomorrow as water moves downstream following recent rainfall. Levels are predicted to remain high over the coming days.

Timeline

The alert was raised at 4:16 PM on February 16, 2026. Flooding is expected to begin from the evening of February 16. The Environment Agency expects to provide an update on the situation by 11:00 AM on February 17, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.