A Flood Alert was issued for River Wreake in Leicestershire in Leicestershire, Rutland between 28th February 2026 and 3rd March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Wreake.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Wreake at Frisby on the Wreake rose 1.82m, peaking at 2.57m, while the Gaddesby Brook at Marefield climbed 1.57m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels today may lead to flooding. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Mill Lane and Water Lane at Frisby on the Wreake, Rearsby Road at Thrussington, Broome Lane at Ratcliffe on the Wreake, Frisby, farmlands at Hoby, Brooksby, Thrussington, Ratcliffe and Syston. River levels at Brentingby Dam Gauge have peaked and are slowly falling, with no further rise forecasted. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 17:00 on 03 March 2026 or as the situation
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frisby on the Wreake | River Wreake | +1.82m | 2.57m |
| Marefield | Gaddesby Brook | +1.57m | 2.55m |
| Syston | River Wreake | +1.50m | 3.16m |
| Melton Park | River Wreake | +1.44m | 2.40m |
| Sileby | Sileby Brook | +1.19m | 1.55m |
| Rearsby | Rearsby Brook | +0.80m | 0.99m |
| Leicester Cannock Street | Melton Brook | +0.71m | 1.04m |
| Syston Town | Barkby Brook | +0.46m | 0.63m |
| Leicester Uppingham Road | Bushby Brook | +0.35m | 0.54m |
| Dakyn Road Inlet | Bushby Brook | +0.28m | 0.85m |