Flood Alert Issued for River Sowe, Sherbourne, and Canley Brook in West Midlands
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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 Coventry, Solihull, and Warwickshire due to forecast high river levels and rainfall through February 28.
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- Record type
- Flood Alert
- Affected area
- West 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 West Midlands.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for the West Midlands region. This precautionary alert was triggered by forecasted rainfall and rising river levels that may lead to flooding in the area.
Affected Areas
The alert covers several watercourses across Coventry, Solihull, and Warwickshire. Specific geographic regions at risk include:
- River Sowe: Low-lying land and roads between Bedworth and Baginton.
- River Sherbourne: Areas between Allesley and Whitley.
- Canley Brook: Regions between Tile Hill and Canley.
- Finham Brook: Locations at Kenilworth.
What You Should Do
Residents and motorists are advised to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, as these may be flooded. The Environment Agency warns never to drive through flood water, noting that just 30cm of fast-flowing water is sufficient to move a car. Local residents should monitor local conditions and stay informed on river level changes.
Expected Conditions
High river levels are forecast overnight, which may lead to the flooding of land and roads adjacent to the mentioned rivers. The Environment Agency is actively monitoring rainfall and river levels in the area to assess the ongoing risk.
Timeline
The alert is effective starting the night of February 27, 2026, and remains in place throughout February 28, 2026. An update is scheduled to be provided by 11:00 AM on February 28, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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