A Flood Alert was issued for River Trent in Derbyshire in Derby, Derbyshire, Leicestershire between 26th February 2026 and 4th March 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Trent.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Trent at Colwick rose 1.77m, peaking at 3.74m, while the Egginton Brook at Egginton climbed 1.64m.
Environment Agency advice issued
High river levels today may lead to flooding. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Willington, Barrow upon Trent, Swarkestone, Bargate Lane and the access roads to Willington Meadows, the Twyford Village access road, Church Lane at Barrow, and Ingleby Lane. No further rainfall is forecast. River levels at Willington Gauge are falling, but still pose a flood risk. 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 05 March 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colwick | River Trent | +1.77m | 3.74m |
| Egginton | Egginton Brook | +1.64m | 1.95m |
| Drakelow | River Trent | +1.51m | 3.11m |
| Clifton Bridge | River Trent | +1.41m | 2.97m |
| Shardlow | River Trent | +1.34m | 2.70m |
| Willington | River Trent | +1.34m | 3.16m |
| Kings Bromley | River Trent | +1.16m | 2.21m |
| Church Wilne | River Derwent | +0.95m | 1.89m |
| Derby Bridge Street | Markeaton Brook | +0.37m | 1.29m |