Flood Alert for River Stour in Worcestershire Lifted

Source: Environment Agency · West Midlands

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Environment Agency reports no further flooding threat along the River Stour in Staffordshire and Worcestershire as of August 28, 2026.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
West Midlands
Issued
August 28, 2026
Issuing authority
Environment Agency

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Alert Details

Flood alert issued by the Environment Agency for flood area 031WAF109. Severity: Flood alert (level 3). Alert raised at 2026-08-28T08:11:10 and message changed at 2026-08-28T08:11:00.

Affected Areas

River Stour in Worcestershire, covering parts of Staffordshire and Worcestershire in the West Midlands region.

What You Should Do

Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths. Do not put yourself in unnecessary danger. Never drive through flood water, as just 30cm of fast flowing water is enough to move a car.

Expected Conditions

There is no longer a threat of flooding, though standing water and debris may still remain. Further rainfall is forecast but no further flooding is expected.

Timeline

The updated message was issued on 2026-08-28 at approximately 08:11. The agency will continue to monitor the situation and issue further alerts if necessary.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Environment Agency flood warning.

What is this Environment Agency flood warning about?
Environment Agency reports no further flooding threat along the River Stour in Staffordshire and Worcestershire as of August 28, 2026.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Environment Agency. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "low" severity. No immediate action required, but stay aware.
What area is affected?
This alert affects West Midlands. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
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