Flood Alert Issued for Rase and Upper Ancholme Catchments in Lincolnshire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert (Severity Level 3) for the Rase and Upper Ancholme catchments. The alert was officially raised at 9:51 AM on March 13, 2026, following a rise in river levels that may lead to flooding in the region.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically impacts the Lincolnshire area, focusing on the Rase and Upper Ancholme catchments. This includes low-lying land, roads, gardens, driveways, and outhouses situated close to the River Rase and River Ancholme.

Expected Conditions

High river levels have been observed this morning. Although no significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days, the Environment Agency expects the river levels to remain high throughout today and tomorrow. Flooding is primarily expected to affect low-lying land and infrastructure in immediate proximity to the watercourses.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to:

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Steer clear of low-lying roads near rivers which may be submerged.
• Monitor local weather reports and updates from the Environment Agency.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of the morning of March 13, 2026. Conditions are expected to persist through at least March 14, 2026. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and will provide an updated message by 11:00 AM on March 14, 2026, or sooner if conditions change.