Communities in Dorset and Oxfordshire are urged to remain prepared for flooding as peak flows move along the rivers Thames, Dorset Stour and Frome. There is the possibility of significant flooding in the lower reaches of these rivers.

Ongoing river flooding is expected on the Somerset Levels and rivers in the south east remain very high after recent rainfall. River levels on the Severn will also remain high until Tuesday.

High tides are now declining, however due to large waves and a storm surge there remains a coastal flood risk for much of the north west, south west and south coasts of England and for parts of the Welsh coast. People are advised to stay away from promenades and jetties.

There are currently no severe flood warnings and 72 flood warnings in force.

Environment Agency teams continue to work around the clock checking and maintaining flood defences, clearing blockages in watercourses, deploying temporary defences, monitoring water levels and issuing flood warnings where necessary.

Most recent estimates suggest that around 220 properties have flooded to date but over 205,000 properties have been protected due to Environment Agency flood defences

The Thames barrier will again be in operation today and tonight to protect people and property along the Thames.

Jonathan Day, Flood Risk Manager at the Environment Agency said "The risk of flooding of river continues into next week as peak flows move down the Thames, Dorset Stour and the Frome. Communities in Oxfordshire and Dorset need to be prepared for the possibility of significant river flooding."

"Although high tides are now falling, there remains a risk of coastal flooding especially on the south and west coasts In addition, wet conditions have left the ground saturated in many areas, increasing the risk of river and surface water flooding."

"We would urge people to be prepared by checking their flood risk, signing up to free flood warnings and keeping an eye on the latest flood updates via the EA website and Twitter."

"Environment Agency teams remain out on the ground across the country and will continue to work around the clock to protect communities at risk."