Flood Alert Issued for Middle Tame Affecting Birmingham, Staffordshire, and Warwickshire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Middle Tame area. This alert was raised at 9:04 AM on Sunday, March 1, 2026, due to high river levels at the Tamworth gauge.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the West Midlands region, specifically impacting parts of Birmingham, Staffordshire, and Warwickshire. Flooding is most likely to affect low-lying land and roads between Water Orton and Tamworth, including the Bourne Brook at Fazeley.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, as they may be flooded. It is critical to stay away from flood water, which contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage, and chemicals. The Environment Agency continues to monitor rainfall and river levels in the region.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently high and steady at the Tamworth river gauge. While some light rainfall is forecast for the area, no further increases in river levels are expected. Officials anticipate that levels will begin to fall during the day on Sunday.

Timeline

The alert is effective 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.