Flood Alert Issued for River Anker and River Sence in West Midlands Through February 16

Alert Details

Type: Flood Alert (Severity Level 3)
Issued by: Environment Agency
Effective Period: February 15 through February 16, 2026

Affected Areas

The alert covers the West Midlands region, specifically impacting areas within Leicestershire, Staffordshire, and Warwickshire. Flooding is most likely to affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to:

• River Anker: Between Nuneaton and Tamworth.
• River Sence: Between Temple Mill and Ratcliffe Culey.

What You Should Do

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

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Remain vigilant and monitor local weather reports as conditions change.
• Take care when traveling near riverbanks or low-lying roads.

Expected Conditions

While current river levels are falling, they remain above the Flood Alert threshold level. Further rainfall is forecast for today, which may sustain or increase water levels. Flooding of land and roads is expected to continue through February 15 and February 16, 2026.

Timeline

• Alert Raised: February 15, 2026, at 10:18 AM
• Expected Duration: Through February 16, 2026
• Next Update: The Environment Agency will provide an update by 11:00 AM on February 16, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.