Flood alert for River Erewash in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
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Rising river levels today may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible on 09 January 2026 .
Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads around Pinxton, including the Pinxton Wharf access road, Langley Mill, Ilkeston, Stapleford, and the recreation area at Sandiacre. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 5 hours. River levels at Shipley Gate Gauge may continue rising this evening.
We are closely monitoring the situation .
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses .
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 10 January 2026 or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: River Erewash from Kirkby-in-Ashfield to the River Trent at Attenborough.
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