Flood Alert Issued for River Trent in Derbyshire and Staffordshire Near Burton

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert (Severity Level 3) for the River Trent in the West Midlands region. The alert was officially raised at 8:35 AM on February 15, 2026, following heavy rainfall over the preceding 24 hours.

Affected Areas

The alert covers geographic regions within Derbyshire and Staffordshire. Specifically, flooding may affect 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 and commuters in the warning area are advised to take the following safety actions:

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Stay away from low-lying footpaths and any bridges situated near local watercourses.
• Monitor local weather reports and the Environment Agency website for updates.

Expected Conditions

River levels remain high at the Croxall river gauge due to recent heavy precipitation. With further rain forecast throughout the day on February 15, flooding of low-lying areas is expected to persist. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation as water levels respond to the ongoing rainfall.

Timeline

The alert is currently in effect and flooding is expected to continue throughout today, February 15, 2026, and overnight. The Environment Agency expects to provide an updated message by 11:00 AM on February 16, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.