Flood Warning Issued for River Soar, Willow Brook, and Melton Brook at Belgrave

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the River Soar, Willow Brook, and Melton Brook at Belgrave. High river levels are currently causing flooding in the area, necessitating immediate attention from residents and local authorities.

Affected Areas

The warning is centered in Leicester within the East Midlands region. Specific locations identified as being at high risk include:

• Marjorie Street
• Coral Street
• Wand Street
• Cooper Street
• Ross Walk
• Bath Street
• Abbey Park Street
• Lanesborough Road

General properties and roads throughout the Belgrave area are also cited as being at risk from the rising waters of the River Soar, Willow Brook, and Melton Brook.

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area should take necessary precautions to protect their properties and avoid travel through flooded roads. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation. Residents are encouraged to stay updated on local conditions as the situation evolves.

Expected Conditions

High river levels continue to be the primary driver of the current flooding. According to the latest forecast, light rainfall is expected to persist over the next 24 hours. The combination of existing high water levels and additional precipitation maintains the threat to the local infrastructure.

Timeline

This alert was officially raised at 1:32 AM on March 1, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide a formal update by 10:00 AM on March 1, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.