A Flood Warning was issued for Rothley Brook at Rothley in Leicestershire on 28th February 2026. Affected watercourses included the Rothley Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Rothley Brook at Glenfield rose 2.25m, peaking at 2.50m, while the Rothley Brook at Rothley climbed 1.86m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding today. Flooding is expected from the afternoon of 28 February 2026 Areas most at risk are Rothley. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at the Rothley Gauge are rising rapidly due to the nature of the catchment. Levels will remain high until approximately midnight tonight, 28/02/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation . Start acting on your flood plan if you have one . This message will be updated by 10:00PM on 28 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenfield | Rothley Brook | +2.25m | 2.50m |
| Rothley | Rothley Brook | +1.86m | 2.22m |
| Newtown Linford | River Lin | +1.51m | 2.46m |
| Syston | River Wreake | +1.50m | 3.16m |
| Sileby | Sileby Brook | +1.19m | 1.55m |
| Pillings Lock | River Soar | +1.05m | 2.09m |
| QUORN, MEMORIAL GARDENS | Quorn Brook | +1.04m | 1.30m |
| Rearsby | Rearsby Brook | +0.80m | 0.99m |
| Leicester Cannock Street | Melton Brook | +0.70m | 1.04m |
| Syston Town | Barkby Brook | +0.46m | 0.63m |