Flood Warning Issued for River Trent at Girton in Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire
This alert is no longer in effect.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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A flood warning is in effect for Girton as high levels on the River Trent impede drainage, threatening properties along High Street, West Lane, and Gainsborough Road.
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- Record type
- Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire
- 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 Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a Flood Warning (Severity Level 2) for the River Trent at Girton. The alert was officially raised at 6:06 AM on February 16, 2026, in response to high river levels that are currently impacting local drainage systems.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the River Trent at Girton, spanning the counties of Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire within the East Midlands. According to the Environment Agency, the areas most at risk are properties located on High Street, West Lane, and Gainsborough Road.
What You Should Do
Residents and visitors in the affected area are advised to take the following safety precautions:
- Avoid walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
- Take care when traveling near the river or affected streets.
- Monitor local news and weather updates as the situation develops.
Expected Conditions
High river levels on the River Trent are currently preventing drainage from the River Fleet and Mill Dam Dyke, which may lead to flooding in the specified areas. While river levels at the Torksey Gauge are currently reported as high but steady, further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
Timeline
The flood warning is currently in effect. River levels on the River Trent are expected to remain high throughout the week. The Environment Agency is closely monitoring the situation and is scheduled to provide an update by 14:00 on February 16, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.
Original source: Environment Agency Official Notice ↗
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