Flood Alert Issued for Lower River Derwent in Yorkshire and York Regions
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Environment Agency issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Lower River Derwent, warning of possible flooding on Thursday due to rising river levels and expected rainfall.
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- Record type
- Flood Advisory
- Affected area
- Yorkshire
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- Environment Agency
Flood notices turn on location and timing. Treat the named area as this record's scope; do not assume nearby counties, parishes, or waterways were included.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Yorkshire.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for the Lower River Derwent. High river levels are currently being monitored, and flooding is considered possible in the region.
Affected Areas
The alert covers the Lower River Derwent area within Yorkshire, specifically impacting the following counties and regions:
- East Riding of Yorkshire
- North Yorkshire
- York
Locations most likely to be affected include local roads and low-lying land around Stamford Bridge, Pocklington, Wressle, Wilberfoss, and Elvington.
What You Should Do
Residents and commuters in the warning area are advised to take the following precautions:
- Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
- Stay away from low-lying roads near rivers, as these are most susceptible to flooding.
- Monitor local conditions and prepare for potential travel disruptions.
Expected Conditions
High river levels are expected to lead to flooding of low-lying land and local roads. Rainfall forecasted over the coming days is expected to keep river levels in the area elevated. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation as water levels respond to the weather.
Timeline
This alert was officially raised on the evening of Wednesday, February 25, 2026. Flooding is possible starting Thursday, February 26, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide an update by 9:00 AM on February 26, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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