Flood warnings in England, Scotland and Wales

Name: Flood warnings raised in England since 2006
Creator: Environment Agency
License: https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/

1 flood warning and 11 flood alerts in force

Flooding is expected where a flood warning is in force. Act now to protect yourself and your property.

0Severe flood warningsSevere flooding. Danger to life.
1Flood warningFlooding is expected. Immediate action required.
11Flood alertsFlooding is possible. Be prepared.

We check the Environment Agency and SEPA every 15 minutes. Each source’s status and check time are shown below.

England’s EA warning areas and Welsh NRW warning points. Select a dot to read it. Welsh points do not show the full affected area. Scottish warnings are listed below; SEPA RSS supplies no coordinates.

Every flood warning since 2006

87,647 warnings raised across 4,554 areas: 499 severe flood warnings, 22,848 flood warnings and 64,300 flood alerts. The busiest year was 2024, with 9,288. January has seen the most.

Warnings raised each year

Select a year to list its warnings.

Severe Flood warning Flood alert

2,241 2006’06 4,004 2007’07 3,893 2008’08 2,273 2009’09 1,892 2010’10 1,267 2011’11 5,859 2012’12 3,757 2013’13 5,353 2014’14 3,701 2015’15 3,972 2016’16 2,554 2017’17 3,257 2018’18 5,615 2019’19 6,761 2020’20 4,266 2021’21 3,195 2022’22 6,360 2023’23 9,288most on record 2024’24 4,249 2025’25 3,890so far 2026’26

Where they were raised

Each dot is a group of warning areas; the bigger the dot, the more warnings.

By month

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Most-warned areas

Newest first 1,561–1,600 of 87,647

Sun 1 Mar 2026 Flood warning Branston Island LincolnshireOld River Witham, River Witham, South Delph
Message
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
Flooding is expected on 01 March 2026 .
Limited rainfall is forecast over the next several days. River levels will remain high until water makes its way through the catchment following recent rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded .
This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 02 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
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Sun 1 Mar 2026 Flood warning River Witham to the east of Lincoln LincolnshireRiver Witham, South Delph
Message
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
Flooding is expected on 01 March 2026 .
Limited rainfall is forecast over the next several days. River levels will remain high until water makes its way through the catchment following recent rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded .
This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 02 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sun 1 Mar 2026 Flood warning River Witham at Fiskerton and Short Ferry LincolnshireRiver Witham
Message
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
Flooding is expected on 01 March 2026 .
Limited rainfall is forecast over the next several days. River levels will remain high until water makes its way through the catchment following recent rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded .
This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 02 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sun 1 Mar 2026 Flood warning River Soar at Leicester Abbey Meadows LeicesterRiver Soar
Message
High river levels continue to cause flooding. Areas most at risk are Loughborough Road, Day Street, Palmer Street, Thurcaston Road, Wesley Street, Beaumanor Road, Carnation Street, Corporation Road, Rose Street, Anchor Street and Abbey Lane. Leicester Abbey Meadows and properties close to Thurcaston Road, the A6 Abbey Lane and the National Space Centre. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
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Sun 1 Mar 2026 Flood warning River Witham and River Bain between Woodhall Spa to Tattershall LincolnshireRiver Witham, River Bain
Message
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
Flooding is expected on 01 March 2026 .
Limited rainfall is forecast over the next several days. River levels will remain high until water makes its way through the catchment following recent rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded .
This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 02 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sun 1 Mar 2026 Flood warning River Witham and tributaries in the Blankney Fen area LincolnshireRiver Witham, Metheringham Delph, Car Dyke (Timberland), Timberland Delph
Message
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
Flooding is expected on 01 March 2026 .
Limited rainfall is forecast over the next several days. River levels will remain high until water makes its way through the catchment following recent rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded .
This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 02 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sun 1 Mar 2026 Flood warning River Witham and Duckpool Catchwater from Stixwould to Woodhall Spa LincolnshireRiver Witham, Duckpool Catchwater
Message
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
Flooding is expected on 01 March 2026 .
Limited rainfall is forecast over the next several days. River levels will remain high until water makes its way through the catchment following recent rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded .
This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 02 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sun 1 Mar 2026 Flood warning Low lying land between Timberland, Billinghay and Tattershall Bridge LincolnshireRiver Witham, Timberland Delph, Car Dyke, Billinghay Skirth
Message
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
Flooding is expected on 01 March 2026 .
Limited rainfall is forecast over the next several days. River levels will remain high until water makes its way through the catchment following recent rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded .
This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 02 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sun 1 Mar 2026 Flood warning River Soar, Willow Brook and Melton Brook at Belgrave LeicesterRiver Soar, Willow Brook, Melton Brook
Message
High river levels continue to cause flooding. Areas most at risk are Marjorie Street, Coral Street, Wand Street, Cooper Street, Ross Walk, Bath Street, Abbey Park Street and Lanesborough Road. Properties and roads in Belgrave are also at risk. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sun 1 Mar 2026 Flood warning River Soar at Aylestone LeicesterRiver Soar
Message
High river levels continue to cause flooding. Areas most at risk are Braunstone Lane East, Marsden Lane and Sanvey Lane. Properties and roads in Aylestone is also at risk. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
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Sun 1 Mar 2026 Flood warning River Soar at Frog Island and riverside areas of Leicester LeicesterRiver Soar
Message
High river levels continue to cause flooding. Areas most at risk are Slater Street, Woodgate, Dunton Street, Rugby Street, Bassett Street, Repton Street, Central Road, North Mills, Littleholme Street, Duns Lane, Western Boulevard and Upperton Road. Frog Island in Leicester City is also at risk. Rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 09:30AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sun 1 Mar 2026 Flood warning River Soar at Rushey Mead Leicester, LeicestershireRiver Soar
Message
High river levels continue to cause flooding. Areas most at risk are Rushey Mead, including Oakland Avenue. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation This message will be updated by 09:30AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sun 1 Mar 2026 Flood warning River Soar at North Aylestone LeicesterRiver Wreake
Message
High river levels continue to cause flooding. Areas most at risk are Batten Street, Rutland Avenue and Erith Road. Aylestone Lock Industrial Estate and surrounding residential properties are also at risk. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sun 1 Mar 2026 Flood warning Rivers Wreake and Soar for riverside properties near Syston and Birstall Leicester, LeicestershireRiver Wreake
Message
High river levels continue to cause flooding. Areas most at risk are properties at Ashmead Crescent, Wanlip Road, Fosse Way, Mill Lane, Meadow Lane, and Watermead Country Park. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
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Sun 1 Mar 2026 Flood warning River Soar at Braunstone Leicester, LeicestershireRiver Soar
Message
High river levels are causing flooding today. Areas most at risk are Amy Street, Cyril Street, Braunstone Lane East and Gwencole Crescent. Properties and roads in Brauntone are also at risk.
Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 09:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning River Soar at Sileby LeicestershireRiver Soar
Message
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding overnight.
Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 .
River levels at Pillings Lock Gauge are rising after heavy rain.

Areas most at risk are Cossington Road and Preston Close. Sileby is also at risk.
Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one .
This message will be updated by 7:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning River Soar at Barrow upon Soar LeicestershireRiver Soar
Message
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding overnight.
Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 .
River levels at Pillings Lock Gauge are rising after heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk are Barrow Road, Bridge Street and River View. Properties and roads in Barrow upon Soar are also at risk. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one .
This message will be updated by 7:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning River Trent at Catton, Barton under Needwood and Branston Water Park Derbyshire, StaffordshireRiver Trent
Message
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding overnight.
Flooding is expected from the early hours of 01 March 2026 .
Flooding may affect properties and roads around the Barton Turns area in Barton under Needwood and Lichfield Road area in Branston.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Stay away from floodwater - it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals . Activate any flood protection products you may have.
This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
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Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning River Blithe from Blithfield Reservoir to Bancroft StaffordshireRiver Blithe
Message
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening.
Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 .
Flooding may affect properties and roads in the Blithfield Reservoir to Bancroft areas including Hamstall Ridware.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Stay away from floodwater - it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals . Activate any flood protection products you may have.
This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning River Wreake at Frisby-on-the-Wreake LeicestershireRiver Wreake
Message
River levels are high, so flooding is still expected. Areas most at risk are Washstones Lane and Mill Lane. Frisby on the Wreake, including Water Lane at Frisby, and Broome Lane at Ratcliffe on the Wreake are also at risk. Rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels will remain high until tomorrow morning, 01/03/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 06:00 AM on 1 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
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Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning River Wreake for mills at Hoby, Thrussington and Ratcliffe LeicestershireRiver Wreake
Message
River levels are high, so flooding is still expected. Areas most at risk are Thrussington Mill, including Station Road, and isolated properties on Brooksby Road and Hoby Road. Rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at the Frisby on the Wreake Gauge are steady but still high. Levels will remain high until tomorrow morning, 01/03/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 06:00 AM on 1 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
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Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning River Soar at Littlethorpe and Narborough LeicestershireRiver Soar
Message
River levels are high, so flooding is still expected. Areas most at risk are Station Road, Riverside Way and Coventry Road in Littlethorpe, and Burrows Close in Narborough. Rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at the Littlethorpe Gauge have risen 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 will be updated by 06:00 AM on 1 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
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Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning Barlings Eau and tributaries between Langworth and Bardney LincolnshireBarlings Eau, Stainfield Beck, Marsh Drain, Snakeholm Drain, Tilehouse Beck
Message
High river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening.
Flooding is expected from the evening of 28 February 2026 .
The Barlings Eau catchment saw heavy rainfall overnight on the 27 February 2026 and throughout this morning, and river levels are responding. No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days, however, we expect water levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one .
This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning Barlings Eau between Langworth and Short Ferry LincolnshireBarlings Eau
Message
High river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening.
Flooding is expected from the evening of 28 February 2026 .
The Barlings Eau catchment saw heavy rainfall overnight on the 27 February 2026 and throughout this morning, and river levels are responding. No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days, however, we expect water levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one .
This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning Wood Brook and River Soar at Loughborough to the north of Derby Road Leicestershire, NottinghamshireWood Brook, River Soar
Message
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening.
Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 from approximately 10PM.
Areas most at risk are Staveley Court, Waterside Close, Belton Road, Bottleacre Lane, Meadow Avenue, Prince William Road, Jubille Drive, Monarch Way, Lisle Street, Edward Street and Derby Road. Minor banks at risk of overtopping from the River Soar. Water entering the floodplain and canal system puts property at risk around Belton Road and Bottle Acre Lane. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at the Pillings Gauge will rise until tomorrow afternoon, 01/03/2026. Levels will remain high until Monday, 02/03/2026.
We are closely monitoring the situation
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 6:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning River Soar at Enderby LeicestershireRiver Soar
Message
River levels are high, so flooding is still expected. Areas most at risk are Enderby. Rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Littlethorpe Gauge have risen 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 will be updated by 5:00 AM on1 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
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Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning River Soar at Zouch Island Leicestershire, NottinghamshireRiver Soar
Message
River levels are high, so flooding is still expected. Areas most at risk are Main Street, Upper Holme and Lower Holme on Zouch Island. Properties are still at risk of flooding. Access is likely to be lost to properties on Zouch Island due to high water. Rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 1 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
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Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning Isolated properties and villages near to the River Ancholme from Bishopbridge to Brigg Lincolnshire, North LincolnshireRiver Ancholme, Ancholme
Message
High river levels are expected to cause flooding today.
Flooding is expected from the evening of 28 February 2026 .
The River Ancholme catchment saw heavy rainfall overnight on 27 February 2026 and throughout this morning and river levels are responding. No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days, however, we expect water levels to remain high. Properties in Brandy Wharf in Waddingham are expected to be affected first.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one .
This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
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Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning Rothley Brook at Glenfield and Anstey Leicester, LeicestershireRothley Brook
Message
River levels are falling but are still high. Flooding is still expected. Areas most at risk are West Street, Farmstead Close, Station Road, Main Street, Leicester Road and Cropston Road. Glenfield and Anstey are also at risk. Rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Glenfield Gauge have risen rapidly due to the nature of the catchment We are closely monitoring the situation. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 05:00 AM on 1 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
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Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood alert Upper River Derwent East Riding of Yorkshire, North YorkshireRiver Derwent, Sea Cut, River Hertford, Burniston Beck
Message
High river levels may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible today, Saturday 28th February 2026. Rivers are responding a little to todays rain showers. River levels remain elevated. Locations most affected will be the Upper Derwent and Scarborough areas, including land around the Sea Cut at Scalby, Throxenby Beck, Old Malton, Priorpot Beck in Norton and areas in the Vale of Pickering. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water, and avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 29th February 2026, or as the situation changes.
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Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning River Soar at Cotes and Loughborough Moors LeicestershireRiver Soar
Message
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening.
Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 from approximately 10PM.
Areas most at risk are Nottingham Road, Moor Lane, Cotes Road and George Road in Loughborough. Cotes, Loughborough Moors and Quorn including the B675 Quorn to Barrow Upon Soar road. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Pillings Lock Gauge will rise until tomorrow afternoon, 01/03/2026. Levels will remain high until Monday, 02/03/2026.
We are closely monitoring the situation
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 4:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning River Soar at Mountsorrel Lock and riverside properties and mills LeicestershireRiver Soar
Message
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening.
Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 from approximately 9pm.
Areas most at risk are Betty Hensers Lane, Sileby Road, Mill Lane, Loughborough Road and Syston Road. Mountsorrel Lock and riverside properties and mills are also at risk. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Pillings Lock Gauge will rise until tomorrow afternoon, 01/03/2026. Levels will remain high until Monday, 02/03/2026.
We are closely monitoring the situation
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 4:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning River Soar at Leicester Abbey Meadows LeicesterRiver Soar
Message
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening.
Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 from approximately 9PM.
Areas most at risk are Loughborough Road, Day Street, Palmer Street, Thurcaston Road, Wesley Street, Beaumanor Road, Carnation Street, Corporation Road, Rose Street, Anchor Street and Abbey Lane. Leicester Abbey Meadows and properties close to Thurcaston Road, the A6 Abbey Lane and the National Space Centre. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Freemans Weir Gauge will rise until approximately midnight tonight, 28/02/2026. Levels will remain high until tomorrow afternoon, 01/03/2026.
We are closely monitoring the situation
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 3:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning River Soar, Willow Brook and Melton Brook at Belgrave LeicesterRiver Soar, Willow Brook, Melton Brook
Message
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening.
Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 from approximately 10pm.
Areas most at risk are Marjorie Street, Coral Street, Wand Street, Cooper Street, Ross Walk, Bath Street, Abbey Park Street and Lanesborough Road. Properties and roads in Belgrave are also at risk. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at the Freemans Weir Gauge will rise until approximately midnight tonight, 28/02/2026. Levels will remain high until tomorrow afternoon, 01/03/2026.
We are closely monitoring the situation
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 3:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning River Soar at Frog Island and riverside areas of Leicester LeicesterRiver Soar
Message
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening.
Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 at approximately 21:00.
Areas most at risk are Slater Street, Woodgate, Dunton Street, Rugby Street, Bassett Street, Repton Street, Central Road, North Mills, Littleholme Street, Duns Lane, Western Boulevard and Upperton Road. Frog Island in Leicester City is also at risk. Rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Freemans Weir Gauge will rise until 00:00 on 01/03/26.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one .
This message will be updated by 3:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning River Soar at Aylestone LeicesterRiver Soar
Message
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening.
Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 from approximately 8PM.
Areas most at risk are Braunstone Lane East, Marsden Lane and Sanvey Lane. Properties and roads in Aylestone is also at risk. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Freemans Weir Gauge will rise until approximately midnight tonight, 28/02/2026. Levels will remain high until tomorrow afternoon, 28/03/2026.
We are closely monitoring the situation
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 3:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning River Soar at Rushey Mead Leicester, LeicestershireRiver Soar
Message
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening.
Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 from approximately 9PM.
Areas most at risk are Rushey Mead, including Oakland Avenue. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at the Freemans Weir Gauge will rise until approximately midnight tonight, 28/02/2026. Levels will remain high until tomorrow afternoon, 01/03/2026.
We are closely monitoring the situation
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 3:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning River Soar at North Aylestone LeicesterRiver Wreake
Message
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening.
Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 imminently.
Areas most at risk are Batten Street, Rutland Avenue and Erith Road. Aylestone Lock Industrial Estate and surrounding residential properties are also at risk. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Freemans Weir Gauge will rise until approximately midnight tonight, 28/02/2026. Levels will remain high until tomorrow afternoon, 01/03/2026.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 2:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood warning Rivers Wreake and Soar for riverside properties near Syston and Birstall Leicester, LeicestershireRiver Wreake
Message
Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening.
Flooding is expected on 28 February 2026 from approximately 8PM.
Areas most at risk are properties at Ashmead Crescent, Wanlip Road, Fosse Way, Mill Lane, Meadow Lane, and Watermead Country Park. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at the Freemans Weir Gauge will rise until approximately midnight tonight, 28/02/2026. Levels will remain high until tomorrow afternoon, 01/03/2026.
We are closely monitoring the situation
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety.
This message will be updated by 2:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
All warnings here
Sat 28 Feb 2026 Flood alert Lower Derwent in Derbyshire Derby, Derbyshire, LeicestershireRiver Derwent
Message
High river levels today may lead to flooding. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Church Wilne, Draycott, and Wilne Lane between Draycott and Sawley. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Further light rainfall is forecast for the next 48 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 1 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
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What the three levels mean

Flood alert

Flooding is possible. Be prepared. Keep an eye on local river levels and forecasts, and get ready to move valuables and put flood protection in place.

Flood warning

Flooding is expected. Immediate action required. Move family, pets and valuables to safety, turn off gas, electricity and water if it is safe to, and put flood protection in place.

Severe flood warning

Severe flooding. Danger to life. Stay in a safe place with a means of escape, and follow the advice of the emergency services. Call 999 if you are in immediate danger.

Where this comes from. England’s current warnings come from the Environment Agency; Scotland’s come from SEPA Floodline. We check each every 15 minutes. Contains SEPA data © Scottish Environment Protection Agency and database right 2026. Used with permission. The history since 2006 covers Environment Agency warnings in England only. Welsh warnings come from Natural Resources Wales, checked every 15 minutes. Contains Natural Resources Wales information © Natural Resources Wales and Database Right. All rights Reserved. Reused under the Open Government Licence. For Northern Ireland nidirect.

The history is the Environment Agency’s record of every warning raised since 2006, which it publishes each quarter, joined to the warnings we have recorded live since. Each count is one warning or alert raised for one area; a warning that was later updated counts once. When a warning is removed that is not counted as a new warning. An area with no warnings on record can still flood.

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