A Flood Warning was issued for Saredon Brook at Standeford near Coven in Staffordshire on 23rd October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Saredon Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Penk at Penkridge rose 1.07m, peaking at 1.37m, while the Saredon Brook at Deepmore Farm climbed 1.03m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding throughout the evening. Flooding is expected from the evening of Friday 23 October . Flooding may affect properties and roads around the Stafford Road area. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on Saturday 24 October or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penkridge | River Penk | +1.07m | 1.37m |
| Deepmore Farm | Saredon Brook | +1.03m | 1.41m |
| Park Hill | River Tame | +0.97m | 1.22m |
| Coven | River Penk | +0.86m | 1.53m |
| Cannock | Ridings Brook | +0.74m | 0.97m |
| Walsall | Ford Brook | +0.72m | 0.97m |
| Stafford | Rising Brook | +0.52m | 0.59m |
| Wightwick | Smestow Brook | +0.52m | 0.56m |
| Burlington | River Worfe | +0.07m | 0.21m |
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