Flood alert for River Cherwell from Lower Heyford down to and including Oxford
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High river levels may lead to flooding.
River levels are high on the River Cherwell. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 25 February 2026, including areas around Lower Heyford, Kidlington and Thrupp. The forecast is predominantly dry today with rain tomorrow. We expect river levels to remain high and sensitive to further rainfall over the coming days.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying footpaths and roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Go to River Levels Online for updates on current river levels.
This message will be updated by 12:00PM on 26 February 2026, or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: River Cherwell and its tributaries from Lower Heyford down to Oxford including Rousham, Enslow, Thrupp, Hampton Poyle and East Kidlington.
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