Flood Warning Issued for River Dove and Egginton Brook at Egginton, Derbyshire

Alert Details

A Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) has been issued by the Environment Agency for the River Dove and Egginton Brook at Egginton. The alert was officially raised at 11:23 AM on February 28, 2026, due to high river levels that are expected to cause flooding throughout the day.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the area of Egginton in Derbyshire, within the West Midlands region. Flooding is expected to affect properties and roads in the vicinity of the following locations:

• Blacksmith’s Lane
• Duck Street
• Fish Pond Lane
• Church Road
• Main Street

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to take the following actions immediately:

• Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
• Activate any flood protection products you may have for your property.
• Stay informed by monitoring local river levels and rainfall data.

Expected Conditions

High river levels are expected to cause flooding on February 28, 2026. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring both rainfall and river levels in the River Dove and Egginton Brook area to assess the ongoing risk to properties and infrastructure.

Timeline

The alert is effective as of 11:23 AM on February 28, 2026. This message is scheduled to be updated by 11:00 AM on March 1, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.