Flood Alert Issued for River Severn in Shropshire and Surrounding Counties

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for the River Severn in Shropshire. This alert indicates that flooding is possible on March 13, 2026, due to rising river levels.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the River Severn in the West Midlands, specifically affecting the counties of Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, and Worcestershire. Geographic regions at risk include low-lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Shrewsbury to Upper Arley. Specific locations that may be impacted include:

• White Abbey
• Coalbrookdale
• Ironbridge
• Bridgnorth

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Monitor local weather conditions and river levels.
• Stay prepared for potential flooding of low-lying land and roads.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently rising. The River Severn is reported to be bankfull at White Abbey, and the floodplain may be filling at Hayes Basin. The Environment Agency has provided the following predicted peaks:

• Crew Green: 5.2m to 5.6m on the afternoon of March 13, 2026.
• Montford: 4.8m to 5m on the afternoon of March 14, 2026.
• Welshbridge: 2.4m to 2.7m on the afternoon of March 14, 2026.
• Buildwas: 3.3m to 3.8m on the morning of March 15, 2026.

Timeline

The alert was raised on March 13, 2026, at 4:25 PM. The situation is being closely monitored by the Environment Agency. An update to this message is expected by 10:00 AM on March 14, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.