Flood Alert Issued for Lower Dove Brooks and Egginton Brook in Derbyshire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for the Lower Dove Brooks and Egginton Brook area. This alert indicates that flooding is possible and residents should be prepared for changing conditions.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the West Midlands region within Derbyshire, specifically focusing on the Lower Dove Brooks and Egginton Brook. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the following watercourses:

• Egginton Brook
• Foston Brook
• Hilton Brook

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to take the following precautions:

• Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
• Take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Monitor local weather reports and water levels.

Expected Conditions

Forecasts indicate high river levels beginning this evening, which may lead to the flooding of land and roads near the brooks. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring the situation closely as the water levels respond to recent conditions.

Timeline

The alert is effective starting the evening of February 15, 2026. The Environment Agency has stated that this message will be updated by 11:00 AM on February 16, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.