Flood Warning Issued for River Wreake at Frisby-on-the-Wreake in Leicestershire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the River Wreake at Frisby-on-the-Wreake. This alert indicates that flooding is expected and immediate action is required for those in the affected area.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically targets the East Midlands region within Leicestershire. Areas at the highest risk include:

• Washstones Lane and Mill Lane
• Frisby on the Wreake, including Water Lane
• Broome Lane at Ratcliffe on the Wreake

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to start acting on their flood plans immediately. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as conditions evolve.

Expected Conditions

Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding today following light rainfall forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at the Frisby on the Wreake Gauge are predicted to rise steadily throughout the evening.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised on the afternoon of February 28, 2026. Flooding is expected to begin early evening on February 28. River levels are forecast to rise until approximately midnight tonight and will remain high until the morning of March 1, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide an update by 11:00 PM on February 28, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.