Uk Flood Forecasting Centre

Rapid Flood Guidance Service 2024 Trial Results

The Flood Forecasting Centre published results of its Rapid Flood Guidance (RFG) service trial conducted from 14 May to 30 September 2024. The trial received positive feedback with 84% of users rating their experience positively and 88% agreeing the service improved situational awareness during flood events. Over 1,700 users signed up and 55 RFG updates were downloaded over 16,000 times.

Rapid Flood Guidance Service 2025: User Guide

The Flood Forecasting Centre (FFC) has published the user guide for the Rapid Flood Guidance (RFG) service returning for summer 2025. The service provides short-notice updates for England and Wales to supplement the Flood Guidance Statement for rapid flooding events expected within 0-3 hours. The 2025 service runs from 2 June to 17 October 2025 and includes improvements such as local authority-level sign-up options, clearer mapping, and a more reliable SMS service based on 2024 trial feedback.

Rapid Flood Guidance Service 2025 Returns June 2

The Flood Forecasting Centre announces the return of the Rapid Flood Guidance (RFG) service from 2 June to 17 October 2025. The service provides advisory badges on Flood Guidance Statements and RFG updates on days with heightened rapid flooding risk. Over 1,700 responders currently use the service, and users can sign up for email and text notifications through their Flood Guidance Statement account.

Flood Outlook Signup and Usage Guide

The Flood Forecasting Centre published guidance on 19 March 2026 explaining how to sign up for and use the Flood Outlook service. The guidance applies to England and Wales and is intended for the UK and Welsh governments, category 1 and 2 responders, and the wider responder community.

Rapid Flood Guidance Service Extended to 2028 with 73% Uptake Increase

The UK Flood Forecasting Centre (FFC) has confirmed the Rapid Flood Guidance (RFG) service will continue for three years (2026-2028) following new Defra funding. The service provides short-notice updates for England and Wales, with an advisory badge on the Flood Guidance Statement for heightened flood risk days. The 2025 service saw 2,450 responders registered, a 73% increase from 1,700 in 2024.