Flood Alert for Upper Tame at Sandwell Valley, West Midlands

Source: Environment Agency · West Midlands

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Environment Agency issues flood alert for Upper Tame at Sandwell Valley in Birmingham and Sandwell, noting no further flooding expected but standing water and debris remain.

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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 033WAF340. Severity level 3. Alert raised at 2026-08-28T10:37:47 with message updated at 2026-08-28T10:37:00.

Affected Areas

Upper Tame at Sandwell Valley in the West Midlands, covering Birmingham and Sandwell.

What You Should Do

Continue monitoring the situation. Only return to evacuated properties once emergency services advise it is safe. 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. Weather conditions are expected to improve and no further flooding is expected.

Timeline

Alert effective from 2026-08-28T10:37:00. The Environment Agency will issue further alerts or warnings 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 issues flood alert for Upper Tame at Sandwell Valley in Birmingham and Sandwell, noting no further flooding expected but standing water and debris remain.
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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