A Flood Alert was issued for River Wye in Derbyshire in Derbyshire on 26th February 2026. Affected watercourses included the River Wye.
During this event, FloodRadar monitoring gauges recorded notable rises. The River Derwent at Matlock rose 0.15m, peaking at 1.29m, while the River Wye at Buxton climbed 0.11m.
Environment Agency advice issued
Forecast high river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 27 February 2026 . Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads including Ashford and Bakewell areas. Heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels at Ashford in the Water gauge are forecast to begin rising from 20:00 on 26/02/2026. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 9:00AM on 27 February 2026 or as the situation changes.
Monitoring gauges during this event
| Station | River | Rise | Peak |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matlock | River Derwent | +0.15m | 1.29m |
| Buxton | River Wye | +0.11m | 0.42m |
| Mytham Bridge | River Derwent | +0.10m | 1.16m |
| Chatsworth | River Derwent | +0.10m | 1.42m |
| Holymoorside | River Hipper | +0.09m | 0.16m |
| Buxton | Hogshaw Brook | +0.07m | 0.38m |
| Burlington Road | River Wye | +0.06m | 0.62m |