A Flood Alert was issued for River Mease in Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Staffordshire between 28th February 2026 and 1st March 2026. Affected watercourses included the Gilwiskaw Brook, River Mease.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Anker at Polesworth rose 1.97m, peaking at 2.37m, while the River Tame at Elford climbed 1.83m.
Environment Agency advice issued
River levels remain high but are falling at the Clifton Hall river gauge. Flooding is expected to continue throughout today 1 March 2026. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads around the Harlaston to Edingale Road and roads adjacent to the River Mease and Gilwiskaw Brook between Ashby and Croxall. We are 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 as the situat
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Polesworth | River Anker | +1.97m | 2.37m |
| Elford | River Tame | +1.83m | 3.43m |
| Packington | Gilwiskaw Brook | +1.68m | 1.98m |
| Clifton Hall | River Mease | +1.55m | 2.10m |
| Whitwick | Grace Dieu Brook | +1.55m | 1.71m |
| Drakelow | River Trent | +1.51m | 3.11m |
| 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 |