A Flood Warning was issued for River Soar at Frog Island and riverside areas of Leicester in Leicester between 28th February 2026 and 1st March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Soar.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Rothley Brook at Glenfield rose 2.82m, peaking at 2.50m, while the River Soar at Littlethorpe climbed 1.65m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels continue to cause flooding. Areas most at risk are Slater Street, Woodgate, Dunton Street, Rugby Street, Bassett Street, Repton Street, Central Road, North Mills, Littleholme Street, Duns Lane, Western Boulevard and Upperton Road. Frog Island in Leicester City is also at risk. Rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 09:30AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenfield | Rothley Brook | +2.82m | 2.50m |
| Littlethorpe | River Soar | +1.65m | 2.71m |
| Sharnford | River Soar | +1.40m | 1.73m |
| Pillings Lock | River Soar | +1.05m | 2.09m |
| Leicester Cannock Street | Melton Brook | +0.70m | 1.04m |
| Kegworth | River Soar | +0.68m | 1.26m |
| Leicester Ash Street | Willow Brook | +0.62m | 1.06m |
| 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 |