Flood Alert Issued for River Trent in Derbyshire; High River Levels Persist

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Trent in Derbyshire. This alert, classified as severity level 3, indicates that flooding is possible in the region. River levels currently remain high following recent conditions, and the agency is closely monitoring the situation.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the East Midlands area, specifically affecting parts of Derby, Derbyshire, and Leicestershire. Areas at the highest risk include low-lying agricultural land and several specific roads:

• Willington and Barrow upon Trent
• Swarkestone and Bargate Lane
• Access roads to Willington Meadows
• Twyford Village access road
• Church Lane at Barrow
• Ingleby Lane

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.
• Monitor local weather reports and river levels.
• Stay informed as the situation develops, particularly if traveling via the listed access roads.

Expected Conditions

River levels at the Willington and Shardlow Gauges remain high, though they are currently reported to be slowly dropping. However, light rainfall is forecast over the next 72 hours, which may influence the duration of the high water levels. The risk of flooding to low-lying areas continues despite the slow recession of the river.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised on February 23, 2026, at 4:42 PM. The Environment Agency expects to provide a status update by 09:00 AM on February 24, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.