A Flood Alert was issued for Stone Trent in Staffordshire on 27th August 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Trent.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Trent at Darlaston rose 1.22m, peaking at 1.96m, while the River Trent at Hanford Bridge climbed 1.09m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 27 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 Trent between Darlaston and Great Haywood including Stone. 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 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darlaston | River Trent | +1.22m | 1.96m |
| Hanford Bridge | River Trent | +1.09m | 1.44m |
| Great Haywood | River Trent | +0.62m | 1.39m |
| Drakelow | River Trent | +0.59m | 1.69m |
| Milford | River Sow | +0.41m | 1.02m |
| Astonfields | Sandyford Brook | +0.40m | 0.52m |
| Bucknall | River Trent | +0.38m | 0.43m |
| Kings Bromley | River Trent | +0.27m | 0.85m |
| Broadeye Bridge | River Sow | +0.11m | 0.41m |