A Flood Alert was issued for River Blithe and River Swarbourn in Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent between 28th February 2026 and 1st March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Blithe, River Swarbourne.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Trent at Great Haywood rose 1.29m, peaking at 2.41m, while the River Sow at Milford climbed 1.11m.
Environment Agency advice issued
River levels remain high but are falling at the Hamstall Ridware river gauge. Flooding is expected to continue throughout today 1 March 2026. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Blithe between Blythe Bridge and Nethertown and on the River Swarbourne between Hoar Cross and Yoxall. We are closely monitoring the situation, and no further rain is forecast during today. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 02 March 2026 or
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Haywood | River Trent | +1.29m | 2.41m |
| Milford | River Sow | +1.11m | 2.14m |
| Doveridge | River Dove | +1.05m | 2.10m |
| Hoar Cross | River Swarbourne | +1.05m | 1.40m |
| Leasows Farm | River Tean | +1.05m | 1.65m |
| Marchington | Marchington Brook | +0.91m | 1.15m |
| Hamstall Ridware | River Blithe | +0.71m | 0.96m |
| Cresswell | River Blithe | +0.62m | 0.94m |
| Uttoxeter Park | Picknall Brook | +0.54m | 0.87m |
| Blythe Bridge | River Blithe | +0.49m | 0.88m |