Flood Warning Issued for River Soar at Rushey Mead, Leicestershire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the River Soar at Rushey Mead. This alert indicates that flooding is expected and immediate action is required for those in the vicinity.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the East Midlands region, specifically within Leicester and Leicestershire. The areas identified as being most at risk are Rushey Mead, including Oakland Avenue.

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area should begin acting on their flood plans immediately if they have one. It is advised to move possessions and valuables off the ground or to a safe location to protect them from rising water. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation.

Expected Conditions

Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at the Freemans Weir Gauge are expected to rise throughout the evening.

Timeline

Flooding is expected to commence on February 28, 2026, from approximately 9:00 PM. River levels are forecast to rise until approximately midnight tonight. Levels are expected to remain high until the afternoon of tomorrow, March 1, 2026. This message will be updated by 3:00 AM on March 1, 2026, or as the situation changes.