Flood Warning Issued for Grace Dieu Brook at Whitwick and Thringstone

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the Grace Dieu Brook at Whitwick and Thringstone. This alert was officially raised at 4:17 AM on February 28, 2026, in response to rapidly rising river levels.

Affected Areas

The geographic scope of this warning includes the East Midlands region, specifically within the county of Leicestershire. Areas identified as being at the highest risk include Farndale and Grace Dieu Road in Whitwick. Properties and roads throughout both Whitwick and Thringstone are also considered at risk of flooding.

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to monitor local water levels and stay updated on current weather conditions. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation as flooding is expected to occur this morning.

Expected Conditions

River levels at the Whitwick downstream Gauge are rising rapidly due to the specific nature of the catchment area. Heavy rainfall is forecast to continue over the next 12 hours, which is expected to sustain or increase the threat of flooding throughout the morning of February 28, 2026.

Timeline

The warning is effective immediately as of the morning of February 28, 2026. The Environment Agency has stated that this message will be updated by 10:00 AM on February 28, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.