Flood Warning Info - River Derwent at Little Chester, Eastgate and Cattle Market

River levels have now fallen below the flood risk threshold at the Derby St Marys river gauge as a result of Storm BABET. There is no longer a threat of flooding, though standing water and debris may still remain. No further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated by 09:00 tomorrow, 23/10/23, or as the situation changes.

River levels have risen at the Derby St Marys river gauge as a result of Storm BABET. Flooding continues. Areas most at risk are Little Chester, including the Eastgate, and Cattle Market Areas. Further rainfall is forecast from Tuesday, 23/10/23. River levels are falling, but still pose a flood risk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid any flood water from rivers and surrounding areas, this may contain hazards. This message will be updated.

This Severe Flood Warning has been issued because of flooding in Derby City Centre as a result of Storm BABET. Flooding continues. Areas most at risk are Little Chester, particularly the Eastgate, and Cattle Market Areas. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 36 hours, however river levels continue to rise due to rainfall traveling from the upper Derwent. We expect river levels to remain high until 23/10/23. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services and Derby City Council. Stay away from flood water and do not take unnecessary risks. Please follow the advice of the emergency services and first responders on the ground and on Derby City Council’s website. Remain vigilant and remember, it is your responsibility to take actions which help protect yourself and your property. Advice and information is also available through Floodline on 0345 9881188. This SEVERE FLOOD WARNING UPDATE is now in force until further notice.

River levels are rising at the Derby St Marys river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall (Storm Babet). Consequently, flooding of property is expected to begin between 05:00 and 06:30 today, 21/10/23. Areas most at risk are Little Chester, including the Eastgate, and Cattle Market Areas. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 06:00 on 22/10/23. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services. Please move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety and avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 today, 21/10/23, or as the situation changes.