Flood Warning Issued for River Derwent at Buttercrambe Mill in North Yorkshire

Source: Environment Agency · North 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 warning for the River Derwent at Buttercrambe Mill, with high river levels expected to cause flooding through Monday.

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Record type
Flood Warning
Affected area
North Yorkshire
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 North Yorkshire.

Alert Details

A flood warning has been issued by the Environment Agency for the River Derwent at Buttercrambe Mill (Area ID: 122FWF650). This alert indicates that high river levels are currently posing a threat of flooding to the immediate area.

Affected Areas

The geographic scope of this warning is centered on the River Derwent in North Yorkshire. The locations most affected by the rising water levels will be Buttercrambe Mill at Buttercrambe Bridge.

What You Should Do

Residents and visitors in the warning area are advised to take the following safety actions:

  • Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water, as conditions can be dangerous.
  • Exercise caution when traveling near the river banks.
  • Monitor local news and weather updates for changes in the situation.

Expected Conditions

According to the Environment Agency, high river levels are expected to lead to flooding in the specified locations. Officials are closely monitoring the situation as it develops.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Flooding is considered possible throughout today, Sunday, February 15, and tomorrow, Monday, February 16, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide an updated message by 10:00 PM on February 15, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes.

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 the River Derwent at Buttercrambe Mill, with high river levels expected to cause flooding through Monday.
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 North Yorkshire. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
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