The latest England flood warnings in force for the
Solent and South Downs 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: Solent and South Downs
Counties at risk of flooding:
Brighton and Hove Areas at risk of flooding: Groundwater flooding in Patcham.
Rivers At Flood Risk
Groundwater
Current Flood Alert: Flood alert 3
Latest flood alert advice from the Environment Agency: Groundwater is high, very close to the surface, but now slowly falling. In Patcham village, groundwater will probably continue to steadily rise all week. Widespread rain is forecast Sunday morning. There is uncertainty in rainfall amounts. Between 10mm and 20mm. If the smaller amount of rain occurs, groundwater levels at Ladies Mile could continue to fall. If the maximum rain occurs, groundwater levels at Ladies Mile will likely rise again. Either way, groundwater flood impacts will continue all week. Probably until March. A small amount of water could appear in a few basements. Previous events suggest impacts may initially affect Old London Road, Patcham and Peacock Lane, Withdean. More rain is forecast Tuesday evening. If as much rain occurs as predicted, groundwater could rise until 23/02/2026, perhaps longer, and a small amount of water may appear on roads. The weather outlook remains unsettled into March, although perhaps with rain less often. Ensure pumps work. We are liaising with Brighton and Hove City Council. We will update this message by 18:00 18/02/2026.
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Warning Flooding is Expected, Immediate Action Required. 3: Flood Alert Flooding is Possible, Be Prepared. 4: Warning no Longer in Force The warning is no longer in force. Brighton and Hove flood warning updated at: 2026-02-14T11:08:07 For more information on flood risks and action to take for the Solent and South Downs region of England:
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Brighton and Hove Flood Warnings
