Flood Alert Issued for Bourne Brook in Staffordshire and Walsall Areas

Alert Details

A flood alert has been issued by the Environment Agency for Bourne Brook (Tamworth). This alert was officially raised on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 9:07 AM following monitoring of river levels in the West Midlands area.

Affected Areas

The alert specifically covers geographic regions in Staffordshire and Walsall. Impacted areas include low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Bourne Brook, particularly near Tamworth.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers are advised to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, as they may be flooded. It is critical to stay away from flood water, which may contain hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage, and hazardous chemicals.

Expected Conditions

According to the Environment Agency, river levels are currently decreasing at the Hints river gauge. While light rainfall is forecast for the area, no further increases in river levels are expected. Conditions are anticipated to continue improving as levels fall throughout the day.

Timeline

The risk of flooding will remain present throughout Sunday, March 1, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide an update on the situation by 11:00 AM on Monday, March 2, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.