Flood Alert Issued for River Wye in Derbyshire Near Ashford and Bakewell
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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 Wye in Derbyshire, warning of rising water levels and potential flooding in low-lying areas following recent rainfall.
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- Record type
- Flood Alert
- Affected area
- Derbyshire, 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 Derbyshire, East Midlands.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Wye in Derbyshire. This alert, categorized as severity level 3, indicates that flooding is possible on 16 February 2026 due to rising river levels.
Affected Areas
The alert specifically covers the River Wye within the East Midlands region. Areas identified as being at the highest risk include low-lying agricultural land and roads, particularly in the Ashford and Bakewell areas.
What You Should Do
Residents and commuters in the affected regions are advised to take care and remain vigilant. The Environment Agency recommends avoiding walking, cycling, or driving through flood water. Local residents should monitor the situation closely as conditions evolve.
Expected Conditions
River levels at the Ashford Gauge have risen as a result of recent rainfall. With further rainfall forecast over the next 48 hours, river levels may continue to increase, potentially impacting roads and farmland in the vicinity of the River Wye.
Timeline
The alert was officially raised at 4:14 PM on 16 February 2026. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring the situation and will provide an update by 10:00 AM on 17 February 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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