A Flood Alert was issued for River Stour and Smestow Brook in the Black Country and South Staffordshire in Dudley, Sandwell, Staffordshire, Wolverhampton, Worcestershire between 27th and 28th August 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Stour, Smestow Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Tame at Sheepwash rose 1.51m, peaking at 1.89m, while the River Stour at Puxton climbed 1.25m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Forecast high river levels this afternoon may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 28 August 2026 . Flooding may affect low lying land and roads around Halesowen, Stourbridge, Wombourne, Kingswinford and Kinver. This flood alert has been issued as heavy rain and thunderstorms have been forecast for this area. There is uncertainty however, over the amount of rainfall expected and their exact location. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 29 August 2026 or as the situat
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheepwash | River Tame | +1.51m | 1.89m |
| Puxton | River Stour | +1.25m | 1.75m |
| Swindon | Smestow Brook | +1.25m | 2.32m |
| Stourton | River Stour | +1.19m | 1.25m |
| Stourbridge | River Stour | +0.95m | 1.09m |
| Wightwick | Smestow Brook | +0.71m | 0.72m |
| Halesowen | River Stour | +0.53m | 1.01m |
| Burcote | River Worfe | +0.15m | 0.28m |
| Halesowen Manor Way | Illey Brook | +0.11m | 0.19m |
| Halesowen Dogkennel Lane | River Stour | +0.11m | 0.17m |