A Flood Alert was issued for River Salwarpe in Worcestershire on 30th August 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Salwarpe.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Barbourne Brook at Perdiswell rose 1.54m, peaking at 2.04m, while the River Rea at Longbridge climbed 1.12m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels this evening may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 30 August 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. 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 31 August 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Perdiswell | Barbourne Brook | +1.54m | 2.04m |
| Longbridge | River Rea | +1.12m | 1.34m |
| Stoke Prior | River Salwarpe | +0.84m | 0.99m |
| Bromsgrove Factory Lane | Spadesbourne Brook | +0.81m | 1.29m |
| Shelley Close | Barbourne Brook | +0.67m | 1.28m |
| Harford Hill | River Salwarpe | +0.37m | 0.60m |
| Bromsgrove Burcot Avenue | Spadesbourne Brook | +0.29m | 0.39m |
| Puxton | River Stour | +0.29m | 1.05m |
| Feckenham | Bow Brook | +0.19m | 0.29m |
| Wildmoor Flume | River Salwarpe | +0.09m | 0.23m |