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: Middle Stour and tributaries.
Rivers At Flood Risk
River Stour, River Lodden
Current Flood Alert: Flood alert 3
Latest flood alert advice from the Environment Agency: Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 16 February 2026 . Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Middle Dorset Stour tributaries between Sturminster Newton and Wimborne. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Weather conditions are expected to improve throughout today and no further flooding is expected. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . Don’t put yourself or others at risk This message will be updated by 11:00AM 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Warning Flooding is Expected, Immediate Action Required. 3: Flood Alert Flooding is Possible, Be Prepared. 4: Warning no Longer in Force The warning is no longer in force.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: 2026-02-16T08:21:38 For more information on flood risks and action to take for the Wessex region of England:
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Dorset Council Flood Warnings
