Flood Alert Issued for River Trent in Staffordshire

Source: Environment Agency · Staffordshire

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A flood alert is in effect for low-lying areas along the River Trent between Darlaston and Great Haywood including Stone due to rising river levels.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
Staffordshire
Issued
September 3, 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.

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Alert Details

A Flood alert (severity level 3) has been issued by the Environment Agency. The alert was raised at 2026-09-03T17:23:57.

Affected Areas

The alert covers low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Trent between Darlaston and Great Haywood, including Stone, in Staffordshire within the West Midlands region.

What You Should Do

Residents should avoid low-lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation.

Expected Conditions

Forecast rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding on 04 September 2026.

Timeline

The alert is effective from 03 September 2026 with flooding possible on 04 September 2026. The message will be updated by 5:00PM on 04 September 2026 or as the situation changes.

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?
A flood alert is in effect for low-lying areas along the River Trent between Darlaston and Great Haywood including Stone due to rising 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 Staffordshire. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
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