A Flood Warning was issued for Spadesbourne Brook at Bromsgrove in Worcestershire on 27th August 2026.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Salwarpe at Stoke Prior rose 1.08m, peaking at 1.17m, while the River Rea at Longbridge climbed 1.08m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding today. Flooding is expected on 27 August 2026 . Flooding may affect properties and roads along the Spadesbourne Brook. Property impacted may include The Midland Waterlife Centre. Heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels .We are closely monitoring the situation Monitor local water levels and weather conditions . This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stoke Prior | River Salwarpe | +1.08m | 1.17m |
| Longbridge | River Rea | +1.08m | 1.32m |
| Bromsgrove Factory Lane | Spadesbourne Brook | +0.98m | 1.42m |
| Bromsgrove Burcot Avenue | Spadesbourne Brook | +0.64m | 0.38m |
| Harford Hill | River Salwarpe | +0.53m | 0.70m |
| Studley | River Arrow | +0.49m | 1.06m |
| Wildmoor Flume | River Salwarpe | +0.19m | 0.31m |
| Feckenham | Bow Brook | +0.16m | 0.24m |
| Halesowen Manor Way | Illey Brook | +0.11m | 0.19m |
| Halesowen Dogkennel Lane | River Stour | +0.11m | 0.17m |
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