Flood Alert Issued for River Sence in Leicestershire Following High River Levels
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Environment Agency issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Sence in Leicestershire, warning of potential flooding in Great Glen, South Wigston, and surrounding areas.
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- Record type
- Flood Alert
- Affected area
- Leicestershire, East Midlands
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- Environment Agency
Flood notices turn on location and timing. Treat the named area as this record's scope; do not assume nearby counties, parishes, or waterways were included.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Leicestershire, East Midlands.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert (Severity Level 3) for the River Sence in Leicestershire. The alert was triggered by high river levels that pose a risk to low-lying areas and local infrastructure.
Affected Areas
According to the Environment Agency, the areas most at risk include low-lying agricultural land and roads. Specific locations identified in the alert include:
- Farmland in Great Glen
- Kilby Bridge
- South Wigston
- Blaby
- The road at Crow Mills
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the affected regions are advised to take the following precautions:
- Take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
- Monitor local water levels and weather updates.
- Be prepared for potential impacts on agricultural land and rural transit routes.
Expected Conditions
River levels at the South Wigston Gauge remain high. Rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours, which may lead to further flooding of farmland and low-lying areas. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring the situation closely.
Timeline
The alert was officially raised at 5:46 PM on February 15, 2026. Officials expect to provide an update by 10:00 AM on February 16, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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