Flood Alert Issued for Lower River Derwent in Yorkshire Through Thursday

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert (Severity Level 3) for the Lower River Derwent. The alert was officially raised at 8:56 PM on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, due to rising river levels.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the Lower River Derwent area, impacting the following regions:

• East Riding of Yorkshire
• North Yorkshire
• York

Specific 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 travelers in the warning area are advised to:

• Take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Avoid using low-lying roads near rivers, which are at high risk of flooding.
• Monitor local conditions as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

High river levels on the River Derwent are expected to lead to the flooding of low-lying land and local access roads. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as conditions change.

Timeline

Flooding is possible starting Wednesday, February 18, 2026, and is expected to continue through Thursday, February 19, 2026. The Environment Agency will provide an updated message by 9:00 AM on February 19, 2026, or sooner if necessary.