A Flood Warning was issued for River Swift at Rugby in Warwickshire on 28th February 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Swift.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Avon at Rugby rose 1.74m, peaking at 2.57m, while the River Soar at Sharnford climbed 1.40m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding today. Flooding is expected from the evening of 28 February 2026 . River levels are continuing to rise at the Churchover river gauge. Flooding may affect properties and roads in the Brownsover Road, Swift Park and Leicester Road Retail Park areas. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Stay away from floodwater - it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals . Activate any flood protection products you have. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rugby | River Avon | +1.74m | 2.57m |
| Sharnford | River Soar | +1.40m | 1.73m |
| Clay Coton | Clay Coton Brook | +1.27m | 1.82m |
| Charterhouse Bridge | River Sherbourne | +1.24m | 1.51m |
| Lilbourne | River Avon | +1.10m | 1.41m |
| Hall Green Road | River Sowe | +1.00m | 1.82m |
| Churchover | River Swift | +0.96m | 1.62m |
| Longford | River Sowe | +0.81m | 1.38m |
| Kites Hardwick | River Leam | +0.78m | 1.37m |
| Eathorpe | River Leam | +0.71m | 1.49m |