Flood alert for Lower Derwent in Derbyshire
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Forecast high river levels overnight may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on 27 February 2026 .
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Church Wilne, Draycott, and Wilne Lane between Draycott and Sawley. Heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Church Wilne gauge are forecast to begin rising from 19:00 on 26/02/2026.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water .
This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: River Derwent from Rowsley to the River Trent at Shardlow.
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