Flood Alert Issued for Bourne Brook Near Tamworth and Walsall

Source: Environment Agency · West Midlands, Staffordshire and Walsall

This alert is no longer in effect.

Environment Agency issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).

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The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Bourne Brook area, warning that high river levels and forecast rainfall may lead to flooding of low-lying land and roads.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
West Midlands, Staffordshire and Walsall
Issued
April 6, 2026
Issuing authority
Environment Agency

Flood notices turn on location and timing. Treat the named area as this record's scope; do not assume nearby counties, parishes, or waterways were included.

Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in West Midlands, Staffordshire and Walsall.

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert for the Bourne Brook (Tamworth) area. This alert was officially raised at 10:41 AM on February 16, 2026, in response to high river levels that pose a risk of flooding.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the West Midlands region, specifically targeting the Bourne Brook. Geographic areas impacted include parts of Staffordshire and Walsall, with particular focus on the Tamworth area.

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning zone are advised to take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. The Environment Agency recommends monitoring local conditions closely and staying away from low-lying land and roads adjacent to the brook.

Expected Conditions

According to the latest data, river levels are currently falling but remain above the Flood Alert threshold level. Further rainfall is forecast during the course of the day on February 16, 2026, which may cause levels to rise again. Flooding is most likely to affect low-lying land and roads near the Bourne Brook.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of February 16, 2026. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and will provide an update by 11:00 AM on February 17, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.

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?
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Bourne Brook area, warning that high river levels and forecast rainfall may lead to flooding of low-lying land and roads.
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 "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects West Midlands, Staffordshire and Walsall. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
Browse the full Flood Warnings feed on Areazine at areazine.com/uk/floods/ for the latest updates from Environment Agency and other agencies.