A Flood Warning was issued for Wood Brook at Loughborough to the south of Derby Road in Leicestershire on 28th February 2026. Affected watercourses included the Wood Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The Rothley Brook at Rothley rose 1.86m, peaking at 2.22m, while the Grace Dieu Brook at Whitwick climbed 1.53m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this morning. Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 . Areas most at risk are Brookfield Avenue, Forest Road, Oaklands Avenue, Devonshire Square, Cattle Market, Granby Street, Kingfisher Way, Robin Mews, Bridgeside Cottages, Canal Bank and Packe Street. Loughborough, including properties around Forest Road and areas north of A6 are also at risk. River levels at Loughborough Gauge are rising rapidly due to the nature of the catchment We are closely monitoring the situation . Start acting on your flood plan if you have one . This message
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rothley | Rothley Brook | +1.86m | 2.22m |
| Whitwick | Grace Dieu Brook | +1.53m | 1.71m |
| Newtown Linford | River Lin | +1.51m | 2.46m |
| Syston | River Wreake | +1.50m | 3.16m |
| Shepshed | Black Brook | +1.37m | 2.18m |
| Sileby | Sileby Brook | +1.19m | 1.55m |
| Pillings Lock | River Soar | +1.05m | 2.09m |
| QUORN, MEMORIAL GARDENS | Quorn Brook | +1.04m | 1.30m |
| Loughborough | Wood Brook | +0.73m | 0.87m |
| Kegworth | River Soar | +0.68m | 1.26m |