A Flood Alert was issued for Bourne Brook (Tamworth) in Staffordshire, Walsall between 28th February 2026 and 1st March 2026. Affected watercourses included the Bourne Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Tame at Elford rose 1.83m, peaking at 3.43m, while the River Tame at Hopwas climbed 1.68m.
Environment Agency advice issued
River levels are decreasing at the Hints river gauge, but the risk of flooding will remain throughout Sunday. Some light rainfall is forecast, but no further increases are expected, we expect levels to continue to fall. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Bourne Brook. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Stay away from flood water - it contains hidden dangers such as open man hole covers, sewage and chemicals. This message will be updated by 11:00 Monday 2 March or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elford | River Tame | +1.83m | 3.43m |
| Hopwas | River Tame | +1.68m | 2.54m |
| Sandwell Woodend | River Tame | +1.21m | 2.09m |
| Bescot | River Tame | +1.18m | 2.15m |
| Tamworth | River Tame | +1.16m | 2.21m |
| Kings Bromley | River Trent | +1.15m | 2.21m |
| Perry Park | River Tame | +1.04m | 1.65m |
| Walsall | Ford Brook | +0.37m | 0.68m |
| Hints | Bourne Brook | +0.36m | 1.77m |