The latest England flood warnings in force for the
Wessex region. Data supplied direct from the Environment Agency. Please refresh this page for flood risk updates. Avoid damage to property and travel disruption. Click here for
Flood Warnings and Weather Forecasts.
Flood Warning Area: Wessex
Counties at risk of flooding:
Dorset Council Areas at risk of flooding: Lower Frome and tributaries.
Rivers At Flood Risk
River Frome
Current Flood Alert: Flood alert 3
Latest flood alert advice from the Environment Agency: This is a Flood Alert Update. River levels remain high at the Stinsford river gauge as a result of the recent rainfall and high groundwater. Flooding could still affect locations near the Lower Dorset Frome and the tributaries between Dorchester and Wareham, with low lying land and roads near rivers expected to be most affected. No further rainfall is expected over the next couple of days but we will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Never drive through flood water, just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move your car. This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 17 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood Level Number / Meaning
1: Severe Flood Warning Severe Flooding, Danger to Life. 2: Flood Warning Flooding is Expected, Immediate Action Required. 3: Flood Alert Flooding is Possible, Be Prepared. 4: Warning no Longer in Force The warning is no longer in force. Dorset Council flood warning updated at: 2026-02-16T10:03:49 For more information on flood risks and action to take for the Wessex region of England:
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Dorset Council Flood Warnings
