Flood Warning Issued for River Wreake Mills in Leicestershire

Alert Details

A Flood Warning has been issued by the Environment Agency for the River Wreake. This alert indicates that flooding is expected in the vicinity of mills at Hoby, Thrussington, and Ratcliffe. The warning was officially raised at 2:36 AM on March 1, 2026.

Affected Areas

The primary areas at risk include Thrussington Mill, specifically Station Road. Additionally, isolated properties located on Brooksby Road and Hoby Road in Leicestershire are within the warning zone. The geographic scope covers the East Midlands region.

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected areas should remain vigilant as flooding is expected. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation. Residents are advised to stay informed of updates, with the next scheduled message expected by 10:30 AM on March 1, 2026, or as the situation changes.

Expected Conditions

River levels at the Frisby on the Wreake Gauge are currently reported as steady but remain high. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours, which may sustain or increase the risk of flooding in the area.

Timeline

The alert was issued in the early hours of March 1, 2026. The Environment Agency will provide an update by 10:30 AM on the same day or sooner if conditions change significantly.