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Flooding is possible - be prepared

Flood alert for River Thames for Shiplake, Lower Shiplake and Wargrave

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High river levels today may lead to flooding.

Flooding is possible on 27 February 2026.

River levels are high but slowly falling on the River Thames. Flooding of low lying land and roads is expected to continue today, 27 February 2026, especially in the Shiplake, Wargrave, and Lower Shiplake areas. Light rainfall is forecast for today and tomorrow.

We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities.

Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Go to River levels online for updates on current river levels.

This message will be updated by 8:00PM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood alert area: River Thames for Shiplake, Lower Shiplake, Wargrave including Loddon Drive, and Thames Drive, Charvil.

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