Cambridge Flood Alerts

FloodCheckr helps residents, businesses and visitors in Cambridge access flood guidance, local flood awareness information and quick links to official postcode flood checks.

Flood Information for Cambridge

Cambridge can be affected by flooding from rivers, surface water, drains, culverts and prolonged heavy rainfall. Local flood risk may be influenced by River Cam, low-lying fenland routes, drains and surface water drainage.

What to do during a flood alert

• Check official flood warning information regularly.
• Use the FloodCheckr postcode report for a quick local check.
• Move important documents, chargers and valuables away from ground-floor areas if safe.
• Avoid walking or driving through flood water.
• Follow emergency services and local authority advice.

Useful FloodCheckr resources