Alcester, England, United Kingdom Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

Information on update: Warning area extended into more of eastern and southeastern England. A broad band of thunderstorms and heavy rain will move north across England and Wales on Thursday, perhaps becoming slow moving in the afternoon and evening. Accumulations of 20-30 mm in an hour is possible locally, while 30 to 40 mm can be expected fairly widely and up to 50 mm in a 12 hour period in places. There is a small chance that some places may see more than 50 mm in three hours and more than 75 mm through 12 hours, especially over east facing high ground. Lightning and hail of 1-2 cm will also be hazards. 

For further details see https://www.metoffice.gov.uk/weather/warnings-and-advice/uk-warnings

High river levels are causing flooding today. 

Flooding is expected on 26 August 2026 . 

Locations most affected will be Flooding may affect properties and roads around Trehurst Avenue, Chevril Close, Haddon Road and the Bowling Green. 

We are closely monitoring the situation . 

Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . 

This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 27 August 2026 or as the situation changes.