Flood Alert Issued for River Dikler from Condicote to Little Rissington in Gloucestershire

Alert Details

A flood alert has been issued by the Environment Agency for the River Dikler. This severity level 3 alert indicates that high river levels may lead to flooding in the region.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers the River Dikler from Condicote to Little Rissington in Gloucestershire. This includes low-lying land and roads in the area, with specific mention of the vicinity around Bourton on the Water.

What You Should Do

Residents and visitors are advised to avoid using low-lying footpaths and roads near rivers, as these areas may be flooded. The Environment Agency recommends monitoring current river conditions via the River Levels Online service.

Expected Conditions

Flooding of low-lying land and roads is expected to continue throughout Saturday, 14 March 2026. While the forecast for today is mostly dry with only a chance of showers, further rain is forecast for Sunday. River levels remain sensitive to additional rainfall and are expected to stay high over the next couple of days.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 09:23 AM on 14 March 2026. High river levels are expected to persist through the weekend. The Environment Agency plans to provide an update on the situation by 18:00 PM on 14 March 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.