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Flooding is possible - be prepared

Flood alert for River Ouzel in Central Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Milton Keynes

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Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. 

Flooding is possible on 18 December 2025 . 

Areas most at risk are those around the River Ouzel from Leighton Buzzard to Willen, including Clipstone Brook and Water Eaton Brook. We are not expecting the situation to escalate, or to issue any further warning messages at this time. 

We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . 

Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses . 

This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 19 December 2025 or as the situation changes.

Flood alert area: River Ouzel from Leighton Buzzard to Willen, including Clipstone Brook and Water Eaton Brook.

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