Flood Alert Issued for River Mease and Gilwiskaw Brook in West Midlands

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for the River Mease area in the West Midlands. High river levels have been detected, creating a risk of flooding for the surrounding regions.

Affected Areas

The alert covers geographic regions within Derbyshire, Leicestershire, and Staffordshire. Specific areas at risk include low-lying land and roads around the Harlaston to Edingale Road. Additionally, roads adjacent to the River Mease and Gilwiskaw Brook between Ashby and Croxall are expected to be affected.

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.
• Avoid using low-lying roads near rivers which may already be flooded.
• Monitor local weather reports and river levels for further updates.

Expected Conditions

High river levels on the River Mease and Gilwiskaw Brook are expected to persist throughout the day. These conditions may lead to the flooding of roads and low-lying land adjacent to the watercourses. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring rainfall and river levels in the area.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 9:44 AM on February 28, 2026. Flooding is considered possible starting February 28, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide an update on the situation by 11:00 AM on March 1, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.