Flood Warning Issued for River Derwent at Stamford Bridge and Kexby Bridge

Source: Environment Agency · Yorkshire, England

This alert is no longer in effect.

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, with high river levels expected to impact the Weir Caravan Park through Monday.

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Record type
Flood Warning
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

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the River Derwent at Stamford Bridge and Kexby Bridge. This alert indicates that high river levels are expected to cause flooding in the immediate area.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically targets locations along the River Derwent, including:

  • The Weir Caravan Park at Stamford Bridge
  • Kexby Bridge

These areas fall within the counties of East Riding of Yorkshire and North Yorkshire.

What You Should Do

Residents and visitors in the warning area should take the following actions:

  • Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
  • Take care when traveling near the river.
  • Monitor local news and weather updates for changes in the situation.

Expected Conditions

High river levels are forecast to cause flooding today and tomorrow. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation as water levels respond to recent conditions.

Timeline

The flood warning is effective as of Sunday, February 15, 2026. Flooding is considered possible through Sunday and into Monday, February 16, 2026. The Environment Agency expects to provide an update on this alert 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, with high river levels expected to impact the Weir Caravan Park 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 Yorkshire, England. Check with Environment Agency for the most current geographic scope.
Where can I find more Flood Warnings updates?
Browse the full Flood Warnings feed on Areazine at areazine.com/uk/floods/ for the latest updates from Environment Agency and other agencies.