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Flooding is expected - act now

Flood warning for River Trent at Catton, Barton under Needwood and Branston Water Park

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Rising river levels are expected to cause flooding overnight. 

Flooding is expected from the early hours of 01 March 2026 . 

Flooding may affect properties and roads around the Barton Turns area in Barton under Needwood and Lichfield Road area in Branston. 

We are closely monitoring the situation . 

Stay away from floodwater - it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals . Activate any flood protection products you may have. 

This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 01 March 2026 or as the situation changes.

Flood warning area: River Trent at Catton, Barton under Needwood and Branston Water Park including Central Rivers Railway Depot, Barton Turns and Greycar Business Park area in Barton under Needwood and Lichfield Road area in Branston.

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Latest levels

18 minutes ago

The River Trent level at Kings Bromley was 2.12 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 2.56 metres. Monitor the River Trent level at Kings Bromley.

18 minutes ago

The River Trent level at Drakelow was 2.50 metres. Property flooding is possible when it goes above 4.15 metres. Monitor the River Trent level at Drakelow.

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