A Flood Warning was issued for River Soar at Braunstone in Leicester, Leicestershire between 28th February 2026 and 1st March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Soar.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Sence at South Wigston rose 2.83m, peaking at 2.77m, while the Rothley Brook at Glenfield climbed 2.82m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels are causing flooding today. Areas most at risk are Amy Street, Cyril Street, Braunstone Lane East and Gwencole Crescent. Properties and roads in Brauntone are also at risk. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 09:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Wigston | River Sence | +2.83m | 2.77m |
| Glenfield | Rothley Brook | +2.82m | 2.50m |
| Littlethorpe | River Soar | +1.65m | 2.71m |
| Sharnford | River Soar | +1.40m | 1.73m |
| Whetstone | Whetstone Brook | +1.37m | 1.52m |
| Pillings Lock | River Soar | +1.05m | 2.09m |
| Kegworth | River Soar | +0.68m | 1.26m |
| Spinney Hill Park | Evington Brook | +0.43m | 0.65m |
| Freemans Weir | River Soar | +0.42m | 0.66m |
| Leicester Tuffleys Way | Thorpe Astley Brook | +0.40m | 1.16m |