River Stour and Smestow Brook in the Black Country and South Staffordshire
Flood Alert Area
Area Details
- River / Sea
- River Stour, Smestow Brook
- County
- Staffordshire
- EA Area
- Dudley, Sandwell, Staffordshire, Wolverhampton, Worcestershire
- Type
- alert
- Reference
- 033WAF330
What to Do
If a Flood Alert is active, be prepared:
- Monitor local water levels and news
- Prepare a flood kit with essential items
- Know your evacuation route
- Sign up for EA flood warnings (free)
- Check your insurance covers flood damage
Flood Insurance for This Area
Properties in this flood alert area should ensure they have adequate flood insurance. The Flood Re scheme, backed by the government, ensures affordable cover for at-risk homes.