Flood Warning Issued for River Trent at Barton under Needwood and Branston

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the River Trent. The alert was officially raised at 10:19 PM on February 28, 2026, due to rising river levels that are expected to cause flooding overnight.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the River Trent at Catton, Barton under Needwood, and Branston Water Park within the West Midlands region. Specific geographic impacts include:

• Counties: Derbyshire and Staffordshire
• Specific Locations: Properties and roads around the Barton Turns area in Barton under Needwood and the Lichfield Road area in Branston.

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to take the following actions:

• Activate Flood Protection: Deploy any flood protection products you may have immediately.
• Avoid Floodwater: Stay away from floodwater. It contains hidden dangers, including open manhole covers, sewage, and chemicals.
• Monitor Updates: Follow local authorities for changes in the situation.

Expected Conditions

Rising river levels are forecast to result in flooding in the early hours of the morning. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation as water levels fluctuate.

Timeline

The alert is effective immediately, with flooding expected to begin in the early hours of March 1, 2026. Officials expect to provide an update on the situation by 11:00 AM on March 1, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.