A Flood Alert was issued for River Anker and River Sence in Leicestershire, Staffordshire, Warwickshire between 28th February 2026 and 1st March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Anker, River Sence.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Sence at South Wigston rose 2.83m, peaking at 2.77m, while the River Anker at Polesworth climbed 1.97m.
Environment Agency advice issued
River levels remain high but are slowly decreasing at the Polesworth and Mancetter river gauges. Therefore, 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 River Anker between Nuneaton and Tamworth the River Sence between Temple Mill and Ratcliffe Culey. 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
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Wigston | River Sence | +2.83m | 2.77m |
| Polesworth | River Anker | +1.97m | 2.37m |
| Packington | Gilwiskaw Brook | +1.68m | 1.98m |
| Clifton Hall | River Mease | +1.55m | 2.10m |
| Nuneaton | River Anker | +1.27m | 2.04m |
| Tamworth | River Tame | +1.16m | 2.21m |
| Mancetter | River Anker | +1.10m | 2.09m |
| Temple Mill | River Sence | +1.09m | 1.64m |
| Ashby De La Zouch | Gilwiskaw Brook | +1.08m | 1.26m |
| Lea Marston | River Tame | +0.79m | 1.35m |