Flood Alert Issued for River Trent Between Kings Bromley and Clay Mills

Source: Environment Agency · West Midlands, England

This alert is no longer in effect.

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 Trent in Derbyshire and Staffordshire, warning of potential flooding on low-lying land and roads due to high river levels.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
West Midlands, England
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, England.

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Trent in the West Midlands. The alert was officially raised at 8:59 AM on February 16, 2026, in response to rising river levels.

Affected Areas

The alert covers specific geographic regions within Derbyshire and Staffordshire. Flooding is possible on low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Trent between Kings Bromley and Clay Mills, including the town of Burton upon Trent.

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to take the following safety measures:

  • Take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
  • Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
  • Monitor local conditions as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

High river levels have already led to flooding in some areas. Further rainfall is expected throughout the day on February 16, 2026, which may exacerbate conditions near the riverbanks. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring the situation closely.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of February 16, 2026. An update to this message is expected by 11:00 AM on February 17, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Environment Agency flood warning.

What is this Environment Agency flood warning about?
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Trent in Derbyshire and Staffordshire, warning of potential flooding on low-lying land and roads due to high river levels.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Environment Agency. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects West Midlands, England. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
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