Flood Alert Issued for River Maun in Nottinghamshire

Source: Environment Agency · Nottinghamshire, East Midlands

This alert is no longer in effect.

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 River Maun, warning of rising water levels and potential flooding in Mansfield, Ollerton, and surrounding areas starting February 28, 2026.

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Record type
Flood Alert
Affected area
Nottinghamshire, East Midlands
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 Nottinghamshire, East Midlands.

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Maun in Nottinghamshire. This alert, designated with a severity level of 3, indicates that flooding is possible and residents should remain prepared for changing conditions.

Affected Areas

The alert covers low-lying agricultural land and roads in the following specific locations:

  • Mansfield
  • Sherwood Forest Caravan Park at Clipstone
  • Edwinstowe
  • Ollerton
  • Whitewater Lane at Whitewater Bridge
  • West Drayton

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the warning zone are advised to take the following safety measures:

  • Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
  • Monitor local river levels and weather updates.
  • Take care near riverbanks and low-lying roads.

Expected Conditions

Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at the Whitewater Bridge Gauge are expected to continue rising until approximately 16:00 on February 28, 2026. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation as water levels respond to the current weather patterns.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of the morning of February 28, 2026. Officials have stated that this message will be updated by 5:00 PM on February 28, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Environment Agency flood warning.

What is this Environment Agency flood warning about?
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Maun, warning of rising water levels and potential flooding in Mansfield, Ollerton, and surrounding areas starting February 28, 2026.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Environment Agency. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "medium" severity. Stay informed and follow agency guidance.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Nottinghamshire, East Midlands. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
Browse the full Flood Warnings feed on Areazine at areazine.com/uk/floods/ for the latest updates from Environment Agency and other agencies.