A Flood Alert was issued for River Erewash in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire in Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire on 3rd September 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Erewash.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Trent at Shardlow rose 0.21m, peaking at 0.79m, while the River Trent at Clifton Bridge climbed 0.18m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Forecast rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 04 September 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. Heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. River levels at Pinxton Gauge may/will rise rapidly due to the nature of the catchment We are monitoring rainfall and river levels . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 04
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shardlow | River Trent | +0.21m | 0.79m |
| Clifton Bridge | River Trent | +0.18m | 1.09m |
| Shipley Gate | River Erewash | +0.15m | 1.47m |
| Trowell | Boundary Brook | +0.07m | 0.41m |
| Wollaton | Tottle Brook | +0.07m | 0.52m |
| Church Wilne | River Derwent | +0.06m | 0.52m |
| Pinxton | River Erewash | +0.06m | 0.13m |
| Sandiacre | River Erewash | +0.06m | 0.23m |