Flood Warning Issued for Whetstone Brook in Leicestershire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for Whetstone Brook at Whetstone. This alert indicates that flooding is expected to occur on February 28, 2026, due to rising river levels.

Affected Areas

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

• Elliot Close, Wright Close, and Mawby Close
• Badger Drive, Cambridge Road, and Brookside
• Bridgeway, Brook Street, and Anna’s Way
• High Street, Avon Drive, and Greenfields
• Whetstone, including Dicken Bridge and Otter Way

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected areas are advised to start acting on their flood plans immediately if they have one. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as conditions change.

Expected Conditions

High river levels are being driven by rainfall forecast over the next 24 hours. According to the Whetstone Gauge, river levels are expected to continue rising until 11:00 AM on February 28, 2026.

Timeline

The alert was raised on the morning of February 28, 2026. River levels are expected to remain high until approximately 19:00 (7:00 PM) on February 28, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide an updated message by 4:00 PM on February 28, 2026, or sooner if the situation warrants.