Flood Alert Issued for River Wye in Derbyshire Affecting Ashford and Bakewell Areas
High river levels on the River Wye have prompted a flood alert for parts of Derbyshire, including Ashford and Bakewell, though levels are beginning to fall.
Alert Details
The Environment Agency has issued a flood alert for the River Wye in Derbyshire. This alert indicates that while river levels remain high, the risk of flooding to local infrastructure and land continues.
Affected Areas
The alert specifically covers the River Wye in the East Midlands region. Geographic areas most at risk include low-lying agricultural land and roads in the vicinity of Ashford and Bakewell in Derbyshire.
What You Should Do
Local residents and commuters are urged to take care when traveling through the affected region. The Environment Agency advises against walking, cycling, or driving through flood water.
Expected Conditions
Current monitoring shows high river levels across the area. At the Ashford in the Water Gauge, levels are reportedly falling; however, they still pose a significant flood risk. Fortunately, no further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours, which may assist in the recession of water levels.
Timeline
The alert was officially raised at 9:21 AM on February 17, 2026. Officials are closely monitoring the situation and expect to provide an update by 5:00 PM on February 17, 2026, or sooner if conditions change significantly.
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