Flood Alert Issued for Somerset Levels and Moors Near Rivers Yeo and Parrett

Alert Details

A Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) has been issued by the Environment Agency for the Wessex area. The alert was raised at 12:12 PM on March 13, 2026, due to high water levels and remaining floodwater on the Somerset Levels and Moors.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the River Yeo and Parrett, The Levels, Kings Sedgemoor Drain, and River Sowy. Specific geographic impacts are currently being felt in the low-lying Muchelney and West Sedgemoor moors near the Rivers Yeo and Parrett in Somerset.

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.
• Do not put yourself or others at risk by entering flooded zones.
• Monitor local conditions as the situation evolves.

Expected Conditions

While floodwater is currently reducing, a considerable amount of water remains on the moors. The Environment Agency is operating pumps at Huish Episcopi and West Sedgemoor pumping stations whenever river levels allow. Field teams are continuing to monitor the situation and operate necessary structures. The weather forecast indicates showers during the day on Friday, with drier conditions expected on Saturday.

Timeline

The alert became effective at 12:12 PM on March 13, 2026. Environment Agency officials expect to provide a formal update on the situation by 1:00 PM on March 14, 2026.