Flood Alert Issued for River Trent Between Great Haywood and Yoxall

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert (Severity Level 3) for the Rugeley Trent area. This alert was officially raised at 11:24 AM on February 28, 2026, in response to rising river levels.

Affected Areas

The geographic scope of this alert includes the West Midlands region, specifically within the county of Staffordshire. The primary area of concern is the stretch of the River Trent between Great Haywood and Yoxall. This includes the town of Rugeley and all adjacent low-lying land and roads.

What You Should Do

Residents and commuters in the affected areas are urged to take the following precautions:

• Take care when traveling near the river.
• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Monitor local weather reports for further updates.

Expected Conditions

High river levels on the River Trent are expected to persist today, which may lead to the flooding of roads and low-lying land. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring the situation closely as water levels respond to recent conditions.

Timeline

The alert is currently in effect as of February 28, 2026. Officials expect to provide an update on the situation by 11:00 AM on March 1, 2026, or earlier if the situation changes significantly.