Flood Warning Issued for River Soar at Frog Island and Riverside Areas of Leicester

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the River Soar at Frog Island and riverside areas of Leicester. This alert indicates that flooding is expected and immediate action is required for those in the affected zones.

Affected Areas

The areas at the highest risk of flooding include the following locations in Leicester City:

• Slater Street
• Woodgate
• Dunton Street
• Rugby Street
• Bassett Street
• Repton Street
• Central Road
• North Mills
• Littleholme Street
• Duns Lane
• Western Boulevard
• Upperton Road
• Frog Island

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to start acting on their flood plans immediately if they have one. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation as river levels continue to rise. Residents should stay informed of changing conditions and prepare for potential property flooding.

Expected Conditions

Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding this evening due to rainfall forecast over the next 24 hours. Data from the Freemans Weir Gauge indicates that river levels will continue to rise until approximately 00:00 on March 1, 2026.

Timeline

The flood warning was issued on the evening of February 28, 2026. Flooding is expected to begin at approximately 21:00 on February 28. River levels are projected to rise until midnight, and the Environment Agency expects to provide an update on the situation by 3:00 AM on March 1, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.