Flood alert for Upper Bristol Avon area
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High river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 20 February 2026 and throughout this week. River levels at the Fosseway, Brokenborough, Great Somerford and Dauntsey gauges are stable but remaining high after yesterday's rain, further small rain totals are expected today and on Saturday. Currently no flood warnings expected for the Upper catchment. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Bristol Avon, Tetbury Avon, Sherston Avon, Dauntsey Brook, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying areas in Tetbury, Badminton, Brook End at Luckington, Corsham, Lacock and the road at Reybridge. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue further alerts and warnings if required. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 12:00PM on 21 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: Upper River Avon and tributaries including Malmesbury, Dauntsey, Chippenham and Calne.
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