A Flood Warning was issued for Saredon Brook at Standeford near Coven in Staffordshire on 24th October 2026. Affected watercourses included the Saredon Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Penk at Penkridge rose 1.21m, peaking at 1.51m, while the Saredon Brook at Deepmore Farm climbed 1.01m.
Environment Agency advice issued
The Flood Warning has now been removed. However, a Flood Alert remains in force for the wider area, so flooding of roads and low lying land is still possible. Further rainfall is forecast. We will continue to monitor the situation and will issue further alerts or warnings if necessary. Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penkridge | River Penk | +1.21m | 1.51m |
| Deepmore Farm | Saredon Brook | +1.01m | 1.41m |
| Park Hill | River Tame | +0.97m | 1.23m |
| Coven | River Penk | +0.84m | 1.53m |
| Walsall | Ford Brook | +0.68m | 0.97m |
| Cannock | Ridings Brook | +0.61m | 0.97m |
| Stafford | Rising Brook | +0.51m | 0.59m |
| Wightwick | Smestow Brook | +0.48m | 0.56m |
| Burlington | River Worfe | +0.11m | 0.21m |
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