Flood Warning Issued for River Meden at Pleasley in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire

Alert Details

A Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) has been issued by the Environment Agency for the River Meden at Pleasley. This alert indicates that flooding is expected starting the morning of February 28, 2026.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the East Midlands region, specifically within the counties of Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire. Areas identified as being at the highest risk include properties at Chesterfield Road North, Meden Square near Pleasley Springs, and Outgang Lane.

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to start acting on their flood plans immediately if they have one. It is critical to avoid contact with flood water for safety.

Expected Conditions

River levels at the Mansfield Pleasley Gauge are rising rapidly due to the nature of the catchment area. Rainfall is forecast to continue over the next 12 hours, contributing to the rising water levels. The Environment Agency is currently monitoring both rainfall and river levels.

Timeline

The alert was officially raised at 6:05 AM on February 28, 2026. This message is scheduled to be updated by 2:00 PM on February 28, 2026, or sooner if the situation changes significantly.