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Flooding is possible - be prepared

Flood alert for River Ock from Watchfield to Abingdon, and also the Letcombe Brook at Wantage, Grove and East Hanney

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High river levels may lead to flooding.

River levels are high on parts of the River Ock and Letcombe Brook. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 05 Feb 2026, especially in the Wantage area. Rain and heavy showers are forecast for today and Friday. We expect levels to remain high 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 12:00 on 06 Feb 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood alert area: River Ock from Watchfield to Abingdon including, Stanford in the Vale, Charney Bassett, Lyford and Garford, and also the Letcombe Brook at Wantage, Grove and East Hanney.

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