Flood Alert Issued for Tern and Perry Catchments in West Midlands
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Tern and Perry catchments, warning of rising river levels and potential flooding in Shropshire and Staffordshire.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Tern and Perry catchments in the West Midlands. This level 3 severity alert indicates that flooding is possible due to forecast rising river levels.
Affected Areas
The alert covers geographic regions within Shropshire, Staffordshire, and Telford and Wrekin. Specific areas at risk include low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Tern and River Perry, stretching from Wolverley to Newport. Other locations cited in the alert include Market Drayton, Wem, and Rodington.
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to take care. The Environment Agency specifically warns to avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. Monitor local conditions closely as river levels rise.
Expected Conditions
Forecasts indicate rising river levels starting the morning of February 27, 2026. The primary hazard is the flooding of low-lying land and roads near the riverbanks.
Timeline
The alert was officially raised at 8:36 AM on February 27, 2026. Conditions are expected to persist through the day. The Environment Agency plans to provide an update by 10:00 AM on February 28, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.
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