A Flood Alert was issued for River Cole in Birmingham, Solihull, Warwickshire, Worcestershire on 13th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Cole.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Tame at Water Orton rose 1.78m, peaking at 1.91m, while the River Tame at Brookvale Road climbed 1.25m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels this morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 13 March 2026 . Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to River Cole between Majors Green and Coleshill. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 14 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Orton | River Tame | +1.78m | 1.91m |
| Brookvale Road | River Tame | +1.25m | 1.81m |
| Swans Barn | River Cole | +1.01m | 2.03m |
| Lea Marston | River Tame | +0.86m | 1.26m |
| Castle Farm | River Blythe | +0.79m | 1.56m |
| Calthorpe Park | River Rea | +0.76m | 0.90m |
| Bacons End | River Cole | +0.73m | 0.96m |
| Cheswick Green | River Blythe | +0.63m | 0.95m |
| Selly Park | River Rea | +0.62m | 0.60m |
| Solihull Lodge | River Cole | +0.41m | 0.72m |