Birmingham flooding: Roads closed, buses diverted and motorway delays as heavy rain hits the West Midlands
Heavy rain in Birmingham has led to significant road closures and bus route diversions, affecting commuters across the West Midlands.
Due to the significant rainfall that occurred overnight, commuters have been feeling the impact of the heavy rain across Birmingham this morning.
Earlier in the day, the M5 experienced closure, though now the flooding is clear and all lanes are now back open again in both directions on the M5 northbound in the West Midlands between J3 (Halesowen) and J2 (Oldbury).
Though motorists can expect a 15 minutes delays and a 1 mile of congestion remains on the northbound carriageway but should now start to ease.
Bus routes on Hagley Road West in Quinton near Miller and Carter has eased services 9, 126, X8 and X10 are running normal line of route.
The A456 Hagley Road into city between Harborne Road and Galton Road in Bearwood has also led to road closures.
At the A34 Birchfield Road underpass at Wellington Road in Perry Barr flooding has blocked both ways of the road.
Meanwhile, train services are disrupted due to fallen trees on the line.
A fallen tree on Cross City South overhead wires is causing disrupted service between New Street and Bromsgrove / Redditch. Services may be cancelled or delayed.
More heavy rain is expected - with a weather warning for rain in place for later in the week.
Likewise, West Midlands Fire Service has shared the following advice:
- Road users should keep out of flood water, whether in a vehicle or on foot
- never drive through flood water
- if you're stranded don't get out of your vehicle in fast-flowing water
Likewise, Birmingham councillor, Majid Mahmood has warned people in the local area to take extra care.
In an X post he wrote:
“We’ve experienced significant rainfall across Birmingham overnight, with further heavy showers expected throughout the day.
“I urge everyone to take extra care when travelling please do not attempt to drive or walk through flooded areas, as the water can be far deeper and faster moving than it appears.
“Our teams are working closely with the emergency services, highways crews, and other partners to manage flooding, clear blocked drains, and keep our city moving as safely as possible.
“I want to extend my sincere thanks to all those working tirelessly in challenging conditions to support residents and maintain essential routes. Please continue to follow local travel updates and weather warnings, and take precautions to stay safe over the coming hours.”
In addition to this, The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning that will affect the West Midlands at the weekend.