Flood Alert Issued for River Churnet and River Tean in Staffordshire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the West Midlands area, specifically concerning the River Churnet and River Tean. This alert (ID: 033WAF317) indicates that flooding is possible in the region due to forecast high river levels.

Affected Areas

The alert covers specific geographic regions within Staffordshire, including:

• River Churnet: Low-lying land and roads between Leek and Rocester.
• River Tean: Areas between Adderley and Spath.
• Cecilly Brook: Locations at Cheadle.

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to take the following precautions:

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Stay away from low-lying roads near rivers, as these are most susceptible to flooding.
• Exercise caution and monitor local conditions closely.

Expected Conditions

High river levels are forecast overnight, which may lead to flooding in the early hours of the morning. The Environment Agency is actively monitoring rainfall and river levels in the affected Staffordshire catchments.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 5:01 PM on February 26, 2026. Flooding is considered possible starting from the early hours of February 27, 2026. Officials have stated that this message will be updated by 11:00 AM on February 27, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.