Flood Alert Issued for Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire as River Levels Rise

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert for the Stoke-on-Trent area in the West Midlands. This alert was officially raised on the afternoon of February 20, 2026, following observations of rising river levels that may lead to flooding in the region.

Affected Areas

The alert covers several geographic regions within Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent. Specific areas at risk include:

• River Trent: Low-lying land and roads adjacent to the river between Norton Green and Darlaston, including Stoke-on-Trent.
• Lyme Brook: Areas between Newcastle under Lyme and Hanford.
• Fowlea Brook: Locations within Stoke-on-Trent.
• Ford Green Brook: Surrounding low-lying areas.

What You Should Do

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

• Avoid Flood Water: Do not attempt to walk, cycle, or drive through flood water, as conditions can be deeper and faster-moving than they appear.
• Stay Informed: Monitor local weather reports and river level updates.
• Prepare: Residents in low-lying areas should remain vigilant as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

Rising river levels throughout the afternoon of February 20, 2026, are expected to cause potential flooding of low-lying land and roads. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring rainfall and river levels to assess the ongoing risk to the community.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of 3:54 PM on February 20, 2026. The Environment Agency has stated that this message will be updated by 10:00 AM on February 21, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.