Flood Alert Issued for River Cole Affecting Birmingham, Solihull, and Warwickshire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert (Severity Level 3) for the River Cole area. The alert was officially raised on the morning of March 13, 2026, due to rising river levels.

Affected Areas

The alert covers specific geographic regions within the West Midlands, including the following counties:

• Birmingham
• Solihull
• Warwickshire
• Worcestershire

Flooding is specifically possible on low-lying land and roads adjacent to the River Cole between Majors Green and Coleshill.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the warning area should take the following precautions:

• Avoid using low-lying roads near rivers, as they may be flooded.
• Take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Monitor local conditions as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

High river levels have been recorded this morning, making flooding possible throughout the day on March 13, 2026. The Environment Agency is actively monitoring both rainfall and river levels in the West Midlands area to assess the ongoing risk.

Timeline

The alert was issued at 6:59 AM on March 13, 2026. This message is scheduled to be updated by 11:00 AM on March 14, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.