Flood Warning Issued for River Thames Near Shiplake, Lower Shiplake, and Wargrave

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Thames. High river levels are currently being monitored, and a Flood Warning is in force for the surrounding areas. The alert was officially raised on the morning of February 21, 2026.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers the River Thames for Shiplake, Lower Shiplake, and Wargrave. Geographically, this impact zone falls within the counties of Oxfordshire and Wokingham. Residents in these specific Thames-side communities should prepare for potential water ingress on low-lying land.

What You Should Do

Residents and visitors are advised to take the following precautions:

• Avoid using low-lying footpaths near the river.
• Do not attempt to cross bridges near local watercourses if water levels are high.
• Monitor current river levels online via the Environment Agency’s flood monitoring services.
• Follow guidance from local authorities and emergency services who are currently liaising with the Environment Agency.

Expected Conditions

River levels on the Thames are currently high. While levels are described as stable, flooding of low-lying land and roads is expected to continue throughout today, February 21, 2026. Light rainfall is forecast for today and tomorrow, which will likely cause river levels to remain high for the next several days.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of February 21, 2026. High river levels are expected to persist over the next few days. The Environment Agency will provide an updated message by 20:00 on February 22, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.