Flood Warning Issued for River Blithe from Blithfield Reservoir to Bancroft

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the River Blithe. This alert indicates that flooding is expected to occur this evening, February 28, 2026, due to rising river levels.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the River Blithe from Blithfield Reservoir to Bancroft. This includes the county of Staffordshire in the West Midlands. Locations identified as at risk include properties and roads in the Blithfield Reservoir and Bancroft areas, specifically including Hamstall Ridware.

What You Should Do

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

• Stay away from floodwater, as it may contain hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage, and chemicals.
• Activate any flood protection products you may have installed at your property.
• Monitor local conditions closely as the Environment Agency continues to observe the situation.

Expected Conditions

Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding of properties and roads throughout the evening. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring the situation as water levels respond.

Timeline

The alert was raised at 10:10 PM on February 28, 2026. Flooding is expected to begin this evening. The Environment Agency will provide an update on the situation by 11:00 AM on March 1, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.