A Flood Alert was issued for River Salwarpe in Worcestershire between 28th February 2026 and 1st March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Salwarpe.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Stour at Puxton rose 1.21m, peaking at 2.10m, while the Barbourne Brook at Perdiswell climbed 0.77m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible today Sunday 1st March 2026. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Flooding may affect low lying land and roads adjacent to the river from Catshill to Hawford. Other areas that may be affected include Stoke Heath, Stoke Prior, Elmley Lovett, Droitwich Spa and Ombersley. Further scattered showers are forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 02 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puxton | River Stour | +1.21m | 2.10m |
| Perdiswell | Barbourne Brook | +0.77m | 1.38m |
| Longbridge | River Rea | +0.71m | 1.14m |
| Stoke Prior | River Salwarpe | +0.61m | 0.85m |
| Feckenham | Bow Brook | +0.59m | 0.76m |
| Shelley Close | Barbourne Brook | +0.42m | 1.05m |
| Bromsgrove Factory Lane | Spadesbourne Brook | +0.37m | 0.94m |
| Wildmoor Flume | River Salwarpe | +0.16m | 0.40m |
| Bromsgrove Burcot Avenue | Spadesbourne Brook | +0.13m | 0.18m |