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Flooding is possible - be prepared

Flood alert for River Great Ouse from Brackley to Thornborough

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Areas most at risk are those around the River Great Ouse from Brackley to Thornborough, including Padbury Brook. Flooding is possible this evening and overnight 09 and 10 January 2026 as a result of heavy rainfall from Storm Goretti. 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. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions and don’t put yourself or others at risk.

This message will be updated by 10:00 on Saturday 10th January 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood alert area: River Great Ouse from Brackley to Thornborough, including Padbury Brook.

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