A Flood Alert was issued for River Meden in Nottinghamshire in Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire on 28th February 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Meden.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Meden at Mansfield Pleasley rose 0.93m, peaking at 1.90m, while the River Maun at Whitewater Bridge climbed 0.76m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Rising river levels this morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 28 February 2026 . Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads along the River Meden around Warsop, Church Warsop, Meden Vale and Budby. Riverside footpaths, including those around Pleasley should be avoided. Light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Mansfield Pleasley Gauge will rise until 09:00 on 28/02/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 5:00PM on 28 Febr
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mansfield Pleasley | River Meden | +0.93m | 1.90m |
| Whitewater Bridge | River Maun | +0.76m | 1.19m |
| Twyford Bridge | River Poulter | +0.74m | 1.97m |
| Mansfield The Dykes | River Maun | +0.66m | 1.01m |
| Retford Grove Lane | Retford Beck | +0.53m | 0.72m |
| Blyth | River Ryton | +0.50m | 1.28m |
| Perlethorpe | River Meden | +0.49m | 1.25m |
| Church Warsop | River Meden | +0.48m | 0.86m |
| Ordsall | River Idle | +0.44m | 0.97m |
| Worksop | River Ryton | +0.27m | 0.64m |