Flood Alert Issued for River Meden in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) for the River Meden in the East Midlands. This alert indicates that flooding is possible on 28 February 2026 due to rising river levels observed this morning.

Affected Areas

The alert covers geographic regions within Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire. Specific areas most at risk include low-lying agricultural land and roads along the River Meden near:

• Warsop
• Church Warsop
• Meden Vale
• Budby
• Riverside footpaths around Pleasley

What You Should Do

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

• Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
• Stay away from riverside footpaths, particularly those located around Pleasley.
• Monitor local weather reports and water levels as the situation develops.

Expected Conditions

Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. According to the Environment Agency, river levels at the Mansfield Pleasley Gauge were expected to rise until approximately 09:00 on 28 February 2026. The agency is currently monitoring the situation closely as the water moves through the catchment.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 09:06 AM on 28 February 2026. Officials expect to provide an update by 5:00 PM on 28 February 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.