A Flood Alert was issued for River Rea in Birmingham between 28th and 30th August 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Rea.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Tame at Sandwell Woodend rose 1.61m, peaking at 2.21m, while the River Tame at Brookvale Road climbed 1.51m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 30 August 2026 . Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 31 August 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandwell Woodend | River Tame | +1.61m | 2.21m |
| Brookvale Road | River Tame | +1.51m | 2.09m |
| Perry Park | River Tame | +1.32m | 1.77m |
| Longbridge | River Rea | +1.12m | 1.34m |
| Calthorpe Park | River Rea | +0.91m | 1.00m |
| Selly Park | River Rea | +0.91m | 0.85m |
| Halesowen | River Stour | +0.45m | 0.96m |
| Solihull Lodge | River Cole | +0.27m | 0.54m |
| Halesowen Manor Way | Illey Brook | +0.13m | 0.21m |
| Halesowen Dogkennel Lane | River Stour | +0.10m | 0.17m |
In the news
- Significant Flooding Hits Birmingham as Thunderstorms Sweep Across UK — Google News
- Residents in Birmingham floods overwhelmed as storms sweep UK — Google News
- Businesses damaged as flooding hits Birmingham with thunderstorms forecast | ITV News — Google News
- Areas of Birmingham experience heavy flooding — Google News