Flood Alert Info - River Erewash in Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Area Description
River Erewash from Kirkby-in-Ashfield to the River Trent at Attenborough.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2024 08:56
River Erewash
River levels are high but steady at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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.
No further rainfall is forecast. River levels have peaked and will remain steady, with no further rise forecasted.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 17:00 today, 02/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 16:27
River Erewash
River levels remain high but steady at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible until 02/10/2024. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 02/10/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 02/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 09:30
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible until 02/10/2024. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 02/10/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 15:50
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from this evening, 30/09/24. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until later tomorrow morning, 01/10/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid contact with flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 01/10/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Sep 2024 16:22
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of rainfall later this evening into tomorrow morning. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 20:00 tonight, 25/09/24. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We expect river levels to remain high until later tomorrow, 26/09/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid contact with flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 26/09/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Sep 2024 15:53
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of rainfall later this evening into tomorrow morning. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 20:00 tonight, 25/09/24. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We expect river levels to remain high until later tomorrow, 26/09/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid contact with flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 26/09/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Sep 2024 16:48
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 19:30 this evening, 22/09/2024. 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.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high through Tuesday, 24/09/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
To check the status of road closures online, please visit the One Network live map.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 23/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 21:12
River Erewash
River levels have risen at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland and may continue through the coming days. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by tomorrow morning, 23/05/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 21:02
River Erewash
River levels have risen at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland could occur from tomorrow morning, 22/05/2024 and continue through the coming days. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by tomorrow morning, 23/05/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 07:49
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland could occur from this morning, 22/05/2024 and continue through the coming days. However, there is low confidence given the unpredictable nature of the weather front. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to begin rising from this morning 22/05/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 tomorrow morning, 23/05/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 May 2024 15:42
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall which is forecast from this evening. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland could occur from tomorrow morning, 22/05/2024 and continue through the coming days. However, there is low confidence given the unpredictable nature of the weather front. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to begin rising from tomorrow morning 22/05/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 tomorrow morning, 22/05/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Apr 2024 17:20
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible over the next 24 hours. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 17:00 on 05/04/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 05/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 23:48
River Erewash
River levels have risen at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until Sunday 25/02/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 12:00 tomorrow afternoon, 23/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 16:54
River Erewash
River levels are still rising at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00, 23/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 05:48
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 18:00 today, 22/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2024 20:06
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 tomorrow morning, 22/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2024 15:08
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected. 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.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 21:00 this evening, 21/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2024 05:24
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected this morning from 10:00, 21/02/24. 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.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 17:00 this afternoon, 21/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2024 20:50
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible tomorrow morning, 21/02/24. 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.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00, 21/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2024 13:35
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible tomorrow morning, 21/02/24. 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.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 22:00, 21/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 19:24
River Erewash
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. 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.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10:00 tomorrow morning, 19/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2024 08:50
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 09:00 today, 18/02/24. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next two hours. We expect river levels to rise until this evening, 18/02/24.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 21:00 this evening, 18/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 21:00
River Erewash
River levels are still high at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. 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.
We expect river levels to remain high for a couple of days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 am on 10/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 10:16
River Erewash
River levels have risen at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for a couple of days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 22:15 on 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2024 18:18
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 05:00 am through to the evening of 09/02/24. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high for a couple of days.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by tomorrow morning, 09/02/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 00:45
River Erewash
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. 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.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 04/01/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 11:01
River Erewash
River levels remain high at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. 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.
Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 22:00 tonight, 03/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 09:39
River Erewash
River levels are high at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. 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.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10:00 tomorrow morning, 03/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 10:05
River Erewash
River levels are high at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. 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.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10:00 tomorrow morning, 02/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 10:40
River Erewash
River levels have risen at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. 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.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10:00 tomorrow morning, 01/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 04:18
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this morning, 31/12/23. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 16:00 this afternoon, 31/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 18:47
River Erewash
River levels have risen at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Flooding continues. 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. We expect river levels to remain high until 29/12/23. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 tomorrow morning, 29/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 14:13
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 20:00 this evening, 28/12/23, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 19:32
River Erewash
River levels are high but steady at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow morning, 28/12/23. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on 28/12/23.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 10:19
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Pinxton River gauge due to heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this morning, 27/12/23. 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. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated evening, 27/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2023 17:15
River Erewash
"River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton River gauge due to heavy rain forecast over night. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from the early hours of the 27/12/23, for the next 48 hours.
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.
Persistent heavy rain is expected over the next 12 hours with further light rain forecast for the following 24 hours . We expect river levels to begin rising from the early hours of the 27/12/23.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in the morning by 10am 27/12/2023, or as the situation changes."
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 09:06
River Erewash
River levels are falling at the Shipley Gate river gauge, but the risk of flooding remains. 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. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout the weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 04:30pm, 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 19:49
River Erewash
River levels are remaining high and steady at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout the weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water and see the GOV.website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 10/12/2023 or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 10:39
River Erewash
River levels are starting to rise at the Shipley Gate and Pinxton river gauges as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water and see the GOV.website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated this evening, 09/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 22:43
River Erewash
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to rise again following the rainfall on Saturday morning and remain high through Saturday 09/12/2023.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid contact with flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 09/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 08:45
River Erewash
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to fall below the threshold later this afternoon and rise again following the rainfall on Saturday morning.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid contact with flood water and move possessions and valuables off the ground or to safety and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated this evening, 08/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 20:24
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight, 07/12/23.
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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated around 08:00 tomorrow morning, 08/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 12:40
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from this afternoon, 07/12/23.
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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 96 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until the weekend.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated around 20:00 this evening, 07/12/23, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 18:54
River Erewash
River levels are high but beginning to fall at the Sandiacre and Shipley Gate river gauges as a result of persistent heavy rainfall and snow melt. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
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.
No significant rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to continue falling overnight into Wednesday 06/12/23. Further heavy rainfall is expected on Thursday, 07/12/23. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 06/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 08:38
River Erewash
River levels are high but steady at the Sandiacre and Shipley Gate river gauges as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 19:00 on 05/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 13:09
River Erewash
River levels are high and rising at the Pinxton and Shipley Gate river gauges as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains for the next 12 to 24 hours. 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.
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.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 05/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 08:05
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible in the next few hours, 04/12/23. 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.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 04/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2023 16:49
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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.
Further light intermittent showers is forecast over the next 12 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 28/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2023 08:00
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between 8:00 and 10:00 today, 27/11/2023. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 8 hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this afternoon 27/11/2023
Flood Alert issued on 12 Nov 2023 16:34
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible on Monday morning 13/11/2023. 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.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 tomorrow morning, 13/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2023 18:43
River Erewash
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2023 21:37
River Erewash
River levels are falling, however levels at the Pinxton, Shipley Gate and Sandiacre river gauges are still above Flood Alert threshold. Consequently, flooding of roads, paths and farmland remains possible.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
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.
Little rainfall is forecast over the rest of the weekend so river levels will continue to fall.
We continue to closely monitor the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and liaising with emergency services.
This message will be updated by 16:00 on 22/10/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2023 19:26
River Erewash
"River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton gauge as a result of Storm BABET. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 19:00, tonight 19/10/23.
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 48 hours. River levels will continue to rise over the weekend.
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 plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 20/10/23, or as the situation changes."
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2023 01:14
River Erewash
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Oct 2023 15:43
River Erewash
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Sep 2023 06:43
River Erewash
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2023 16:19
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 01:00 tomorrow morning, 13/03/23. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until later tomorrow afternoon, 13/03/23.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
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 10:00 tomorrow morning, 13/03/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Jan 2023 20:18
River Erewash
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2022 16:03
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to begin approximately 16:30 today, 24/11/2022. 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.
No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until late this evening, 24/11/2024.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 20:00 this evening, 24/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2022 07:36
River Erewash
River levels have fallen overnight but forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this morning, 23/11/2022. 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.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next few hours. We expect river levels to rise until around 15:00 on 23/11/2022.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 23/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2022 16:25
River Erewash
River levels have risen at Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue today, 22/11/22 and overnight. 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. Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow morning. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 09:00 tomorrow, 23/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2022 09:03
River Erewash
River levels have risen at Shipley Gate river gauges as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue today, 22/11/22. 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. No further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 17:00 today, 22/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2022 17:16
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton and Shipley Gate river gauges as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible tonight, 21/11/22 and tomorrow, 22/11/22. 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. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 09:00 tomorrow, 22/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2022 09:57
River Erewash
River levels are high but steady at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue today, 18/11/22. 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. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 16:00 today, 18/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 16:33
River Erewash
River levels have risen at the Pinxton and Shipley Gate river gauges as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue tonight, 17/11/22 and tomorrow, 18/11/22. 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. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 8 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 tomorrow morning, 18/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 14:21
River Erewash
River levels have risen at the Pinxton and Shipley Gate river gauges as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between 14:00 today, 17/11/22 and early hours of tomorrow, 18/11/22. 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.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this evening, 17/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2022 17:27
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between 00:00 midnight and 08:00 tomorrow, 01.11.22. 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.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 08:00 on 01.11.22.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 01.11.22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 00:35
River Erewash
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. 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. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated in the morning, 22/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 19:29
River Erewash
River levels remain high at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. 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. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 09:45
River Erewash
River levels remain high at the Shipley Gate and Sandiacre river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue.
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. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this evening, 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 03:35
River Erewash
River levels remain high at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. 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. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this evening, 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 15:23
River Erewash
River levels remain high at the Pinxton and Shipley Gate river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. 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. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 05:31
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected from the early hours of tomorrow morning, 20/02/22. 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. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be this afternoon, 20/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 22:45
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected from the early hours of tomorrow morning, 20/02/22. 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. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, 20/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 17:22
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected from the early hours of tomorrow morning, 20/02/22. 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.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow, 20/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 19:48
River Erewash
River levels remain high at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. 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. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 19/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 10:49
River Erewash
River levels have risen at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 18/02/22. 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.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this evening, 18/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2021 16:20
River Erewash
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently the risk of flooding remains. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow, 10/12/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 10/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2021 09:27
River Erewash
River levels have risen at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today and tomorrow, 09/12/21 and 10/12/21. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow, 10/12/21. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 09/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2021 18:47
River Erewash
River levels are steadily falling at the Pinxton river gauge. However, the risk of flooding remains. 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.
Farmland and low lying roads in the Pinxton, Langley Mill, Ilkeston and Stapleford areas. Pinxton Wharf Access Road Likely to be affected.
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 clearing weed screens.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2021 12:38
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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.
Farmland and low lying roads in the Pinxton, Langley Mill, Ilkeston and Stapleford areas. Pinxton Wharf Access Road Likely to be affected.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow 01/11/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and clearing weed screens.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 19:00 on 31/10/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2021 12:05
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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.
Don’t All Clear until Shipley Gate peaked.
Farmland and low lying roads in the Pinxton, Langley Mill, Ilkeston and Stapleford areas. Pinxton Wharf Access Road Likely to be affected.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 12:00 on 31/10/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and clearing weed screens.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 19:00 on 31/10/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2021 11:02
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 12:00 on 31/10/21.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area and clearing weed screens.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 19:00 on 31/10/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 08:20
River Erewash
River levels have risen at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 07/02/21. 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. No further rainfall is forecast. We expect river levels to remain high through today, 07/02/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 08/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Feb 2021 07:48
River Erewash
River levels are high but steady the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland continues.
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.
Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point.
Further rainfall is forecast in the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday morning, 04/02/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 04/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2021 18:47
River Erewash
River levels have risen at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today. 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.
We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow, 03/02/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow evening, 03/02/21, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 07:48
River Erewash
River levels are high but slowly falling at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue.
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.
Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. We expect river levels to remain high until Saturday morning (29/01/2021). We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses, and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 30/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 23:56
River Erewash
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is still possible.
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.
Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. We expect river levels to remain high until Friday morning (29/01/2021). We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses, and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow evening, 29/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 20:05
River Erewash
River levels are falling but still high at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is still possible. 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. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. We expect river levels to remain high for the next couple of days. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow evening, 29/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jan 2021 17:40
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall forecast tonight (Wednesday 27/01/2021) into Friday morning (29/01/2021). Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from around 0630 tomorrow morning (Thursday 28/01/2021).
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.
Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point.
We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday lunchtime (28/01/2021).
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow afternoon, 28/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 20:54
River Erewash
River levels are now falling at Pinxton, Shipley Gate, Trowell and Sandiacre river gauges but are going to remain high into the morning of the 22/01/21. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads around the Boundary Brook, Pinxton, including the Pinxton Wharf access road, Langley Mill, Ilkeston, Stapleford, and the recreation area at Sandiacre. No further heavy rain is expected. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow, 22/01/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 19:35
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton, Shipley Gate, Trowell and Sandiacre river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall expected to this evening 20/01/21. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads around the Boundary Brook, Pinxton, including the Pinxton Wharf access road, Langley Mill, Ilkeston, Stapleford, and the recreation area at Sandiacre. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until at least tomorrow evening, 21/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow evening, 21/01/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 19:13
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Pinxton, Shipley Gate, Trowell and Sandiacre river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall expected to continue this evening and through to Thursday. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible tomorrow, 20/01/21. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads around the Boundary Brook. Flooding is expected to continue on low lying agricultural land and roads around the following at risk areas Pinxton, including the Pinxton Wharf access road, Langley Mill, Ilkeston, Stapleford, and the recreation area at Sandiacre. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 2 days. We expect river levels to remain high until Friday 22/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow evening, 20/01/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 18:27
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Pinxton, Shipley Gate, Trowell and Sandiacre river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall expected to begin from this evening and continuing through to Thursday. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible tomorrow, 19/01/21. Areas most at risk are low-lying agricultural land and roads around the Boundary Brook and Pinxton, including the Pinxton Wharf access road, Langley Mill, Ilkeston, Stapleford, and the recreation area at Sandiacre. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 3 days. We expect river levels to remain high until Friday 22/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow evening, 19/01/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 18:42
River Erewash
River levels are high but steady at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. We expect river levels to remain high overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 17/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 05:56
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected from this morning (16/01/21) until this afternoon.
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. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 5 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until this afternoon.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this evening, Saturday 16/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 12:49
River Erewash
River levels have fallen below flood risk thresholds at the Shipley Gate river gauge following heavy rainfall. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours, consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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. We expect river levels to start rising tomorrow, 16/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, 16/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 16:34
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow, 15/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow, 15/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 07:28
River Erewash
River levels have risen at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible between 07:30am and 18:00pm today, 14/01/21. 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. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow, 15/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this afternoon, 14/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 11:23
River Erewash
River levels have risen at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible now and into this afternoon, 27/12/2020. 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.
No further significant rainfall is forecast. We expect river levels to remain high until into evening.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 28/12/2020, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 09:44
River Erewash
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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.
No further rainfall is forecast today and tomorrow. We expect river levels to remain high until this evening on 24/12/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated this evening, 24/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2020 18:17
River Erewash
River levels have risen at the Shipley Gate and Pinxton river gauges as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible tonight and tomorrow. 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. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until later tonight, 23/12/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local water courses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers which may be flooded and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/12/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 21:02
River Erewash
River levels are elevated but steady at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until the early hours of tomorrow morning, 29/02/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded, and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 29/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 18:11
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from approximately 19:00 tonight, 28/02/2020.
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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high overnight tonight.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded, and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 29/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 18:26
River Erewash
River levels are high but steady at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. River levels have peaked and will remain steady, with no further rise forecasted.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 25/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 09:08
River Erewash
River levels have risen at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this morning onwards.
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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until later this afternoon.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 24/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 19:25
River Erewash
River levels are high but steady at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of rainfall this morning and further rainfall forecast overnight. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
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.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 24/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 12:16
River Erewash
River levels have risen at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. 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. Further rainfall is expected tomorrow morning, 24/02/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this evening, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 05:04
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated this afternoon, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 18:29
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to begin rising around 5am on 23/02/2020.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated the morning of 23/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 20:10
River Erewash
River levels are high but steady at Shipley Gate Park river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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. The heaviest of the rain has fallen, however further light rainfall is forecast for the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout tonight and tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and patrolling watercourses and communities. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 17/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 07:58
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at Shipley Gate Park river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible.
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.
The heaviest of the rain has fallen, but further showers are forecast throughout the today, Sunday 16/02/2020. We expect river levels to remain high throughout today and tomorrow.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and patrolling watercourses and communities.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 16/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 16:55
River Erewash
River levels are rising at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to begin in the early hours of tomorrow morning, 16/02/2020.
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.
The heaviest of the rain is expected to fall between 21:00 this evening, 15/02/2020, and 06:00 tomorrow morning, 16/02/2020.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and patrolling watercourses and communities.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 09:19
River Erewash
River levels are high but steady at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of yesterday’s heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue today, 10/02/2020. 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. Further light rainfall is forecast today, 10/02/2020. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated this afternoon, 10/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 17:40
River Erewash
River levels are high but steady at the Pinxton and Shipley Gate river gauges as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue this evening, 09/02/2020. 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. Further more isolated rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 10/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 09:47
River Erewash
River levels are steady but expected to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Sunday 09/02/2020. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this morning, 09/02/2020. 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. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated this afternoon, 09/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 17:36
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Heavy rainfall is forecast overnight Saturday 08/02/20 into, and throughout Sunday 09/02/20. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible to begin tomorrow morning, 09/02/2020. 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. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 09/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2020 16:07
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise overnight at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall this evening and into Thursday morning 09/01/20. Consequently, flooding is possible.
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. We expect river levels to rise overnight and then to begin to fall around mid-morning on Thursday 09/01/20.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 09/01/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2019 17:25
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight tonight, 19/12/19, to tomorrow afternoon, 20/12/19. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow afternoon, 20/12/19.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2019 09:14
River Erewash
River levels have fallen at the Pinxton river gauge, but remain high at the Shipley Gate river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. 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.
Further showery rain is forecast over the next 12 hours. 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.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this afternoon, 13/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2019 22:05
River Erewash
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. 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.
Further showery rain is forecast over the next 12 hours. 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.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 13/12/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2019 16:44
River Erewash
River levels are forecast to rise at the Pinxton river gauge as a result of persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to begin later this afternoon, 12/12/19. 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.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We expect river levels to begin falling tomorrow morning, 13/12/19.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are patrolling watercourses in the area.
Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated this evening, 12/12/19, or as the situation changes.