Flood Alert Issued for Middle Tame: Rising River Levels Threaten West Midlands Through Sunday

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for the Middle Tame area in the West Midlands. The alert was officially raised at 9:46 AM on February 28, 2026, in response to rising river levels following recent rainfall.

Affected Areas

The geographic scope of this alert includes parts of Birmingham, Staffordshire, and Warwickshire. Specifically, flooding may affect low-lying land and roads between Water Orton and Tamworth. The alert also highlights potential impacts on the River Tame and the Bourne Brook at Fazeley.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected regions are advised to take the following precautions:

• Avoid Driving: Never drive through flood water. Just 30cm of fast-flowing water is enough to move a car.
• Pedestrian Safety: Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
• Stay Informed: Monitor local river levels and rainfall updates.

Expected Conditions

River levels are continuing to rise in Tamworth and are expected to remain high throughout Saturday and into Sunday. This is due to rainfall traveling downstream through the Tame and Anker watercourses. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring both rainfall and river levels to assess further risks.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of Saturday, February 28, 2026, and is expected to persist into Sunday, March 1. Officials have scheduled a status update for 11:00 AM on March 1, 2026, though the message may be updated sooner if the situation changes.