Flood Warning Issued for River Thames Near Shiplake and Wargrave
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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 Thames in Oxfordshire and Wokingham, with property flooding expected through February 17.
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- Record type
- Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Oxfordshire and Wokingham
- 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 Oxfordshire and Wokingham.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a flood warning for the River Thames. High river levels are currently being monitored, and officials have confirmed that a Flood Warning is in force due to the risk of rising water levels.
Affected Areas
The alert specifically covers the River Thames for Shiplake, Lower Shiplake, and Wargrave. The geographic scope of this warning includes parts of Oxfordshire and Wokingham.
What You Should Do
Residents in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:
- Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
- Stay away from flood water, as it contains hidden dangers.
- Monitor local conditions closely as the situation evolves.
Expected Conditions
High river levels are expected to lead to the flooding of property and roads, particularly in the Shiplake and Wargrave areas. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. The Environment Agency expects river levels to remain high and highly responsive to additional rainfall over the coming days.
Timeline
The alert was officially raised on February 16, 2026. Flooding conditions are expected to persist through February 17, 2026. The Environment Agency will monitor the situation closely and intends to provide an update by 8:00 PM on February 17, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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