Weather updates
Flood alerts and warnings
- Sign up for flood warnings on GOV.UK
- Flood alerts and flood warnings for Oxford on GOV.UK
- Information about river levels in Oxford on GOV.UK
Or call Floodline on 0345 988 1188 using quickdial code 171445.
What you should consider doing in the event of possible flooding
- monitor local water levels and weather conditions
- get ready to act on your flood plan if you have one
- move your car or other vehicles to higher ground, if it is safe to do so
- prepare a flood kit of essential items including a torch with spare batteries, mobile phone and charger, warm clothes, insurance documents, water, food, first aid kit and any prescription medicines or baby care items you may need
- businesses should inform staff and customers about the situation
- check that you know how to turn off your gas, electricity and water mains supplies
- in rural locations, farmers should consider moving livestock and equipment away from areas likely to flood
- flood water is dangerous and may be polluted - wash your hands thoroughly if you've been in contact with it
