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: Groundwater flooding for the Bere Stream at Bere Regis.
Rivers At Flood Risk
Groundwater
Current Flood Alert: Flood warning 2
Latest flood alert advice from the Environment Agency: High groundwater levels are expected to cause flooding. Flooding is expected from 11 February 2026 Groundwater levels in West Dorset remain high. Areas that could be affected include: Bere Regis. The groundwater level at Delcombe Wood borehole has risen to 143.5m, and is expected to remain high for the next few days. Residents are advised to prepare property resilience measures and ensure that pumps are working where they have been installed. Residents may experience inundation of septic tanks and sewer systems. Flooding of roads is expected, take particular care when driving, both for your own safety and to prevent flooding to others. We are closely monitoring the situation . If you have a pump, make sure it is working and switched on. Think about alternative power sources in case of power cuts . This message will be updated by 10:30AM on 18 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Warning Flooding is Expected, Immediate Action Required. 3: Flood Alert Flooding is Possible, Be Prepared. 4: Warning no Longer in Force The warning is no longer in force.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: 2026-02-11T10:12:10 For more information on flood risks and action to take for the Wessex region of England:
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Dorset Council Flood Warnings
