A Flood Warning was issued for Lyme Brook at Newcastle under Lyme and Trent Vale in Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent on 23rd October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Lyme Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Fowlea Brook at Liverpool Road, Stoke-On-Trent rose 1.72m, peaking at 1.76m, while the Lyme Brook at Newcastle Under Lyme climbed 1.65m.
Environment Agency advice issued
There is no longer a threat of flooding. Further rainfall is forecast but no further flooding is expected. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liverpool Road, Stoke-On-Trent | Fowlea Brook | +1.72m | 1.76m |
| Newcastle Under Lyme | Lyme Brook | +1.65m | 1.88m |
| Darlaston | River Trent | +1.43m | 2.34m |
| Hanford Bridge | River Trent | +1.28m | 1.74m |
| Flint Mill | River Churnet | +0.95m | 1.04m |
| Blythe Bridge | River Blithe | +0.63m | 0.95m |
| Bucknall | River Trent | +0.56m | 0.67m |
| Wallgrange | Endon Brook | +0.52m | 0.63m |
| Brookhouse Farm | Ford Green Brook | +0.46m | 0.72m |
| Knypersley | River Trent | +0.07m | 0.50m |