Flood Alert Issued for Lower River Derwent in Yorkshire Through Wednesday

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the Lower River Derwent (ID: 122WAF950) in the Yorkshire area. The alert was officially raised at 8:46 AM on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, following reports of high river levels.

Affected Areas

The geographic scope of this alert includes the following counties and regions:

• East Riding of Yorkshire
• North Yorkshire
• York

Specific locations most likely to be affected by rising water include local roads and low-lying land around Stamford Bridge, Pocklington, Wressle, Wilberfoss, and Elvington.

What You Should Do

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

• Take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Avoid using low-lying roads near rivers, which are at higher risk of being flooded.
• Monitor local conditions as the Environment Agency continues to track the situation.

Expected Conditions

High river levels on the River Derwent are expected to lead to possible flooding on low-lying land and adjacent roadways. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the river levels and will provide updates as conditions evolve.

Timeline

Flooding is considered possible for the remainder of today, Tuesday, February 17, 2026, and tomorrow, Wednesday, February 18, 2026. This message is scheduled to be updated by 9:00 PM on February 17, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.