Flood Warning Issued for River Trent at Cavendish Bridge in Derbyshire and Leicestershire

Alert Details

The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the River Trent at Cavendish Bridge. This alert indicates that flooding is expected and immediate action is required for those in the vicinity.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the Cavendish Bridge area within the East Midlands. Key locations at risk include Back Lane and London Road. The geographic scope of this alert spans the counties of Derbyshire and Leicestershire.

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected areas are advised to activate any flood protection products they may have. If you have a flood plan, you should begin acting on it immediately. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation as it develops.

Expected Conditions

High river levels are expected to cause flooding in the designated areas. According to the Shardlow Gauge, river levels are continuing to rise. While no further rainfall is currently forecast, the existing volume is sufficient to cause significant impact. Levels are expected to peak around 22:00 PM and remain high throughout the overnight period.

Timeline

The flood warning was raised on March 2, 2026. Flooding is expected to commence at approximately 22:00 PM on March 2, 2026. This message will remain in effect until the situation changes, with a scheduled update expected by 10:00 AM on March 3, 2026.