Flood Warning: Upper River Derwent

Message Last Updated:
2026-02-06 07:48:00

Severity Last Changed:
2026-01-23 09:54:00

High river levels and further rainfall this week may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible today, Friday 6th February 2026 and in the coming days. Locations most affected will be the Upper Derwent and Scarborough areas, including land around the Sea Cut at Scalby, Throxenby Beck, Old Malton, Priorpot Beck in Norton and areas in the Vale of Pickering. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water, and avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 8:00pm on 6th February 2026, or as the situation changes