Bathing water testing
The Environment Agency monitors and publishes results for designated bathing waters and provides water quality profiles for inland sites.
🌐 💧 Environment Agency — Telford bathing water profile
River safety
The River Severn is fast, deep and unpredictable. After rainfall, water quality and currents can change quickly.
- Do not swim or wade in the river
- Keep children and dogs away from the water's edge
- In an emergency, 📞 999 and ask for Fire & Rescue Service
Flood warnings
🌊 Environment Agency Floodline — 24/7 · 📞 0345 988 1188 🌐 Check flood warnings & sign up for alerts