Flood Alert Issued for River Wye in Derbyshire; Ashford and Bakewell Areas at Risk

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Alert for the River Wye in Derbyshire. This alert, classified as severity level 3, was officially raised on February 21, 2026, at 5:17 PM following reports of high river levels that may lead to flooding.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the River Wye within the East Midlands region. Specific geographic areas most at risk include low-lying agricultural land and roads in the Ashford and Bakewell areas of Derbyshire.

What You Should Do

Residents and commuters in the warning area are advised to take care and avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation as river levels change.

Expected Conditions

River levels at the Ashford in the Water Gauge are currently rising rapidly due to the nature of the catchment area. Rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours, which is expected to contribute to the high water levels and potential flooding of roads and farmland.

Timeline

The alert is currently in effect as of February 21, 2026. The Environment Agency has stated that this message will be updated by 10:00 AM on February 22, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.