A Flood Alert was issued for Lower Dove Brooks and Egginton Brook in Derbyshire in Derbyshire on 27th August 2026. Affected watercourses included the Egginton Brook, Foston Brook, Hilton Brook.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Trent at Willington rose 0.79m, peaking at 1.64m, while the River Dove at Hatton climbed 0.37m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels today may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 27 August 2026 . Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. Flooding may affect low-lying land and roads adjacent to the Foston Brook, Hilton Brook and Egginton Brook. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 28 August 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willington | River Trent | +0.79m | 1.64m |
| Hatton | River Dove | +0.37m | 0.55m |
| Aston Bridge | River Dove | +0.34m | 0.88m |
| Egginton | Egginton Brook | +0.33m | 0.50m |
| Sutton Mill | Hilton Brook | +0.27m | 0.84m |
| Marston on Dove | River Dove | +0.20m | 0.58m |
| Horsebottoms | Foston Brook | +0.19m | 0.46m |
| Marchington | Marchington Brook | +0.18m | 0.33m |
| Anslow | Rolleston Brook | +0.17m | 0.48m |
| Mayfield | River Dove | +0.14m | 0.32m |