Flood Alert Issued for Upper River Derwent and Scarborough Areas in Yorkshire
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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 Upper River Derwent and surrounding areas in Yorkshire, warning of potential flooding due to high river levels on February 15, 2026.
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- Record type
- Flood Alert
- Affected area
- Yorkshire, England
- 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 Yorkshire, England.
Alert Details
Alert Type: Flood Alert (Severity Level 3) Issued By: Environment Agency Effective Date: Sunday, February 15, 2026
Affected Areas
The alert covers the Upper River Derwent and Scarborough areas, spanning both North Yorkshire and the East Riding of Yorkshire. Specific locations identified as most at risk include:
- Land around the Sea Cut at Scalby
- Throxenby Beck
- Old Malton
- Priorpot Beck in Norton
- Areas within the Vale of Pickering
Water bodies being monitored include the River Derwent, Sea Cut, River Hertford, and Burniston Beck.
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the affected regions are advised to take the following safety precautions:
- Avoid Travel: Do not walk, cycle, or drive through flood water.
- Stay Clear of Hazards: Avoid low-lying roads near rivers, as these are the most likely to be flooded.
- Stay Informed: Monitor local conditions as the situation develops.
Expected Conditions
According to the Environment Agency, high river levels are currently being observed, which may lead to flooding throughout the day. Officials are closely monitoring the situation to assess the risk to surrounding land and infrastructure.
Timeline
The alert was officially raised at 8:54 AM on Sunday, February 15, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide an updated message by 9:00 PM on February 15, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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