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Surrey Flooded as River Bourne Overwhelms Banks
9 Feb
Summary
- The River Bourne in Surrey burst its banks, causing flooding.
- Flood warnings are active in Surrey and West Sussex due to high water levels.
- A yellow rain warning is in effect for parts of south and south west England.
Flooding has impacted areas of Surrey as the River Bourne burst its banks, submerging parkland off Free Prae Road in Chertsey and rendering footpaths and a nearby car park inaccessible. As of Monday, February 10, 2026, two flood warnings remain active in Surrey, specifically concerning areas adjacent to the Chertsey Bourne and along the Thames near Shiplake and Wargrave.
In West Sussex, three flood warnings are in force for Barcombe Mills on the River Ouse, Fittleworth on the Western Rother, and Pulborough on the River Arun. The Environment Agency has indicated that high water levels are expected to continue, with the possibility of additional flooding on low-lying roads. Nineteen further flood alerts are active across Surrey and neighboring regions.
A yellow warning for rain issued by the Met Office is in effect for parts of south and south-west England from Monday, February 10, 2026, until 23:59. This warning anticipates 10-15mm of rain widely, with up to 20-30mm in exposed areas. While spells of rain are expected early in the week, a building high-pressure system later in the week may bring drier and colder conditions, though southern areas might still experience wet weather, potentially turning to snow.
