A Flood Warning was issued for Whetstone Brook at Whetstone in Leicestershire on 28th February 2026. Affected watercourses included the Whetstone Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Rothley Brook at Glenfield rose 2.25m, peaking at 2.50m, while the River Soar at Littlethorpe climbed 1.65m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today. Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 . Areas most at risk are Elliot Close, Wright Close, Mawby Close, Badger Drive, Cambridge Road, Brookside, Bridgeway, Brook Street, Anna's Way, High Street, Avon Drive and Greenfields. Whetstone, including Dicken Bridge and Otter Way are also at risk. Rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Whetstone Gauge will rise until 11:00 on 28/02/26. Levels will remain high until 19:00 on 28/02/26. We are closely monitoring the situation . Start acting on your flood plan if you have
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenfield | Rothley Brook | +2.25m | 2.50m |
| Littlethorpe | River Soar | +1.65m | 2.71m |
| South Wigston | River Sence | +1.55m | 2.77m |
| Sharnford | River Soar | +1.40m | 1.73m |
| Whetstone | Whetstone Brook | +1.37m | 1.52m |
| Leicester Ash Street | Willow Brook | +0.62m | 1.06m |
| Spinney Hill Park | Evington Brook | +0.43m | 0.65m |
| Freemans Weir | River Soar | +0.42m | 0.66m |
| Leicester Tuffleys Way | Thorpe Astley Brook | +0.38m | 1.16m |
| Oadby | Wash Brook | +0.28m | 0.44m |