Flood Warning Issued for Hilton Brook at Sutton on the Hill and Uttoxeter Road Hilton

Source: Environment Agency · Derbyshire, West Midlands

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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 warning for Hilton Brook in Derbyshire, with flooding expected to impact properties and roads on February 28, 2026.

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Record type
Flood Warning
Affected area
Derbyshire, West 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, West Midlands.

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a formal flood warning (Severity Level 2) for Hilton Brook. High river levels are currently expected to result in flooding today, February 28, 2026.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the Hilton Brook at Sutton on the Hill and Uttoxeter Road Hilton. Geographically, this impact zone is located within the West Midlands region in the county of Derbyshire. Flooding is expected to affect both residential properties and local roads in the Sutton on the Hill and Uttoxeter Road areas.

What You Should Do

Residents and travelers in the affected area are advised to take the following precautions:

  • Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water, as conditions can be hazardous.
  • Activate any flood protection products you may have installed at your property.
  • Monitor local news and weather updates for changes in river levels.

Expected Conditions

According to the Environment Agency, high river levels along the Hilton Brook are the primary cause of the expected flooding. Officials are actively monitoring rainfall and river levels to assess the ongoing risk to the community.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 6:07 AM on February 28, 2026. Flooding is anticipated throughout the day. The Environment Agency expects to provide an updated message by 11:00 AM on March 1, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.

Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this Environment Agency flood warning.

What is this Environment Agency flood warning about?
The Environment Agency has issued a flood warning for Hilton Brook in Derbyshire, with flooding expected to impact properties and roads on February 28, 2026.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by Environment Agency. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Derbyshire, West Midlands. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
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