Flood Alert Issued for Lower Derwent in Derbyshire and Surrounding Counties

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Lower Derwent in Derbyshire. This alert, designated as severity level 3, indicates that flooding is possible on February 28, 2026, due to high river levels on the River Derwent.

Affected Areas

The alert covers regions within Derby, Derbyshire, and Leicestershire. Specific locations identified as being at the highest risk include:

• Low-lying agricultural land and roads near rivers
• Church Wilne
• Draycott
• Wilne Lane between Draycott and Sawley

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:

• Take care when traveling through the region.
• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Monitor local conditions as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

High river levels are currently being observed. Further light rainfall is forecast for the next 48 hours, which may contribute to sustained high water levels. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation as these conditions persist.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised on the morning of February 28, 2026. Officials expect to provide an update by 5:00 PM on February 28, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.