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, Somerset Areas at risk of flooding: South East Somerset Rivers, Upper Reaches.
Rivers At Flood Risk
River Yeo, River Cam, River Wriggle, Barwick Stream, West Coker Stream
Current Flood Alert: Flood alert 3
Latest flood alert advice from the Environment Agency: Water levels remain high at Sherborne Lake after the recent rainfall. River levels have fallen but the rivers are very responsive to rainfall. Flooding may affect locations near Sherborne Lake, the River Yeo, River Cam, River Wriggle, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around the Sparkford to Weston Bampfylde road and Deep Ford Lane, Chetnole. Showers, heavy at times, will persist through Monday (16/02/26) before clearing through this evening. Tuesday will be a largely dry day with a return to more unsettled conditions later in the week. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1PM on 17th 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Warning Flooding is Expected, Immediate Action Required. 3: Flood Alert Flooding is Possible, Be Prepared. 4: Warning no Longer in Force The warning is no longer in force.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, Somerset flood warning updated at: 2026-02-16T13:53:56 For more information on flood risks and action to take for the Wessex region of England:
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Dorset Council, Somerset Flood Warnings
