Flood Alert Issued for River Trent Tributaries in Nottinghamshire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Trent Tributaries in Nottinghamshire. This alert indicates that flooding is possible on February 28, 2026, due to rising river levels in the East Midlands region.

Affected Areas

The alert covers low-lying agricultural land and roads surrounding several water bodies, including:

• River Trent
• River Greet
• Potwell Dyke
• Carr Dyke
• Dover Beck
• Cocker Beck
• Woodborough Brook
• Ouse Dyke
• Thurgarton Beck
• Fairham Brook

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.
• Take extra care near riverbanks and low-lying roads.
• Monitor local weather reports and water levels for further developments.

Expected Conditions

Heavy rainfall is forecast over the next six hours. Data from the Lowdham Gauge indicates that river levels are rising rapidly due to the specific nature of the catchment area. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation as water levels respond to the ongoing precipitation.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 6:06 AM on February 28, 2026. Officials expect to provide an update by 5:00 PM on February 28, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.