Flood Warning: River Trent at Catton, Barton under Needwood, and Branston Water Park

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the River Trent. This alert indicates that flooding is expected throughout Sunday, March 1, 2026, and into the overnight period.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the River Trent at Catton, Barton under Needwood, and Branston Water Park. 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 affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:

• Activate Protection: Deploy any flood protection products you may have at your property.
• Avoid Floodwater: Stay away from floodwater, as it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage, and chemicals.

Expected Conditions

River levels are currently rising slowly at the Croxall river gauge. While no further rain is forecast for today, levels are expected to peak this afternoon. Flooding is anticipated to affect local infrastructure and residential properties.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 8:48 AM on March 1, 2026. Flooding is expected to persist throughout the day and overnight. The Environment Agency will update this message by 4:00 PM on March 1, 2026, or as the situation changes.