Flood Warning: River Severn in Shropshire
Message Last Updated:
2026-10-25 15:15:00
Severity Last Changed:
2026-10-25 15:15:00
Rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on Sunday 25 October into Monday 26 October.
Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Shrewsbury to Upper Arley. Locations that may be affected are White Abbey, Coalbrookdale, Ironbridge and Bridgnorth. River Severn bankfull at White Abbey, floodplain may be filling at Hayes Basin. Predicted peak:- Crew Green 5.3m to 5.7m overnight on Sunday 25/10 and into Monday 26/10. Currently, river levels are not forecast to exceed flood alert threshold levels at any other gauge locations. Additional forecast rainfall on Monday 26/10 may impact river levels further within this area.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on Monday 26 October or as the situation changes.
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