Flood Alert Info - River Sheaf Catchment
Area Description
River Sheaf and its tributaries.
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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Flood Alert History
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 07:56
River Sheaf
River levels have fallen following yesterday’s heavy and persistent rainfall. Further rain is expected today, Tuesday 1/10/24. Whilst rivers may respond to this, we are not expecting levels to rise significantly. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Surface water may continue to affect low spots on roads. Please take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Areas most at risk are low-lying land and roads near rivers, including the area around the B6098.
Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 16:00 on 01/10/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 18:34
River Sheaf
Rising river levels throughout this evening, as a result of persistent rainfall, may lead to flooding. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Surface Water flooding may be possible.
Weather conditions are expected to improve overnight and into tomorrow morning, 01/10/2024, and no further significant rainfall is expected over the coming days. We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near rivers, including the area around the B6098. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 09:00 am on 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 17:03
River Sheaf
River levels are rising on the River Sheaf due to widespread rainfall today. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Sheaf, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Sheaf and its tributaries, parkland and sports fields. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 5:00 am 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 16:59
River Sheaf
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Sheaf due to widespread rainfall today, Saturday 09/12/2023.
Areas most at risk include River Sheaf and its tributaries.
Flooding is possible from 6 PM to 6 AM on 09/12/2023 to 10/12/2023, with a peak in Sheffield at 10 PM. Further rainfall is forecast overnight with weather remaining unsettled throughout the rest of the weekend.
We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 01:00 AM on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2023 16:42
River Sheaf
River levels remain high but are expected to fall through the evening on the River Sheaf due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding in areas adjacent to the river is still possible through out today, 21st October 2023 and into the evening.
Our incident rooms are open, and we are closely monitoring the situation.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions and consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 07:00 AM, 22/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 16:53
River Sheaf
River levels are forecast to rise and remain high on the River Sheaf due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include River Sheaf and its tributaries.
Flooding of low lying land near watercourses is possible from through the evening of Friday the 20th of October.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the weekend and river levels are expected to continue to rise. Our incident rooms will be open and we are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 00:30 AM on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 16:38
River Sheaf
River levels are forecast to rise and remain high on the River Sheaf due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include River Sheaf and its tributaries.
Flooding of low lying land near watercourses is possible from the early hours of Friday the 20th of October.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the weekend and river levels are expected to continue to rise. Our incident rooms will be open and we are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 00:30 AM on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2023 21:59
River Sheaf
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Sheaf due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include River Sheaf and its tributaries.
Flooding of low lying land near watercourses is possible from the early hours of Friday the 20th of October.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the weekend and river levels are expected to continue to rise. Our incident rooms will be open and we are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2023 21:03
River Sheaf
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Sheaf due to Storm Babet.
Areas most at risk include River Sheaf and its tributaries�.
Flooding of low lying land near watercourses is possible at River Sheaf and its tributaries from the early hours of Friday 20th October..
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the weekend and river levels are expected to continue to rise.
Our incident rooms will be open and we are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2022 17:15
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels are rising on Porter Brook, River Sheaf due to heavy showers which will continue through the night.
Areas most at risk include River Sheaf, Porter Brook and their tributaries. We currently expect rivers to peak in the early hours of Tuesday morning (1/11/2022).
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Please be aware that localised surface water flooding is possible.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 01/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 00:44
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels have now fallen below the flood risk threshold, and we expect to remove this flood alert in the morning (22/02/2022).
Although further unsettled weather and showers are forecast, we are not expecting any further significant rainfall. Given the stormy conditions, stay well away from swollen watercourses and flood water and be aware of debris and surface water affecting roads. We are closely monitoring the forecast and will issue further flood alerts and warnings if required over the next few days.
This message will be updated by 12:40 or as the situation changes. To report any property flooding, please call 0800 80 70 60.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 01:38
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels remain high as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall on Sunday 20th February. No further significant rainfall is forecast in the next 24hours and river levels are expected to fall throughout today (21/02/2022). We are monitoring the situation closely on a 24 hour basis and our incident staff are checking defences.
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 13:40 tomorrow afternoon, 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 09:07
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels have risen as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall overnight and this morning, Sunday 20th February. Due to the saturated conditions and thawing of any lying snow, river levels are likely to be particularly high throughout today. We are monitoring the situation closely on a 24 hour basis and will issue flood warnings if properties and parts of communities are expected to flood. Further rain is forecast and we currently expect river levels to peak again from 4pm today, 20/02/2022, and remain high overnight into Monday. Areas most at risk initially are low lying land and roads.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Consider taking appropriate steps to prepare for possible flooding, such as moving things upstairs and getting flood protection equipment ready to put in place.
This message will be updated by 18:10, 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 20:51
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels are expected to rise as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall which is forecast to start around midnight and continue through much of tomorrow, Sunday 20th February.
Due to the saturated conditions and thawing of any lying snow, rivers will respond readily to this rainfall and are likely to be particularly high through the afternoon, evening and overnight into Monday.
We are monitoring the situation closely and will issue flood warnings if properties and parts of communities are expected to flood. We currently expect to see river levels peak in Sheffield mid- afternoon. Areas most at risk initially are low lying land and roads.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Consider taking appropriate steps to prepare for possible flooding, such as moving things upstairs and getting flood protection equipment ready to put in place.
This message will be updated at 08:50, 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 05:31
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels across the River Sheaf and Porter Brook remain high but are now beginning to fall and are expected to continue to fall throughout today (21/01/2021). Flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall and we are closely monitoring the situation. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 13:30, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 21:28
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels have risen across the River Sheaf and Porter Brook as a result of persistent rainfall throughout today, 20/01/21. Levels are expected to peak overnight and into tomorrow (Thursday, 21/01/2021). Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall and we are closely monitoring the situation. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 04:45, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 12:42
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise across the River Sheaf and Porter Brook as a result of persistent rainfall throughout today, 20/01/21. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall and we are closely monitoring the situation. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 20:45, 20/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 04:45
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise across the River Sheaf and Porter Brook as a result of persistent rainfall throughout today, 20/01/21. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall and we are closely monitoring the situation. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 12:45pm, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 21:53
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise across the River Sheaf and Porter Brook as a result of persistent rainfall through tomorrow, 20/11/2021. River levels are expected to rise tomorrow morning. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. We will be closely monitoring locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 13:03
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise across the Sheaf and Porter Brook as a result of persistent rainfall. This rain is due to persist through until Thursday morning, 21/01/21. As a result we expect to see river levels start to rise from this afternoon with flooding of property, roads and farmland possible from this evening/tonight onwards. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. We will monitor closely to assess locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 05:05
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise across the Sheaf and Porter Brook as a result of persistent rainfall, from Tuesday morning, 19/01/21, until Thursday morning, 21/01/21. As a result we expect to see river levels start to rise from midday on Tuesday with flooding of property, roads and farmland possible from Tuesday evening/night onwards. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. We will monitor closely to assess locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams are checking defences and clearing screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 19:54
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels are forecast to rise across the Sheaf and Porter Brook as a result of persistent rainfall, from late Monday evening until Thursday morning. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible from Tuesday afternoon/evening onwards. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. As a result we expect to see river levels start to rise from Tuesday morning. We will monitor closely to assess locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams are out today, checking defences and clearing screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond.
Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 21:23
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
Following recent rainfall which has left ground saturated, river levels have risen as a result of Storm Dennis. Sustained rainfall is expected through tonight, 15/02/20, and into Sunday morning.
Based on the current forecast, river levels are expected to level out and may fall slightly in response to breaks in rainfall later this evening, but will then rise as further rainfall falls throughout the night. River levels are expected to peak and begin to fall at around 06:00 tomorrow, 16/02/20.
Currently, peak levels are expected to be below those seen during Storm Ciara.
The risk of flooding to low-lying land and roads remains this evening and into Sunday.
We have are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near watercourses, and be prepared to act on your flood plan. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated at 05:10 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 13:08
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
Rainfall associated with Storm Dennis is forecast to intensify from midday today, 15 February 2020. The current forecast indicates that the river response will begin later this afternoon and is likely to peak in the early hours of Sunday, 16 February. Flooding of properties, roads, parklands and sports fields is possible this evening and into Sunday.
We have staff in the field and are closely monitoring the situation from our incident room. If you observe flood waters, please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near watercourses. Please also plan driving routes to avoid low lying land that may be flooded. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for weather forecasts please see the Met Office. This message will be updated at 21:10 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 12:32
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels have risen and will continue to rise throughout the afternoon on Sunday (09/02/2020) as a result of persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara. Widespread rain and high winds are expected to continue through to early afternoon Sunday. We urge residents to prepare, remain vigilant and avoid walking and driving through low-lying land or near local watercourses. Our incident room is open and we are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message by 20:30 09/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2019 04:53
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
The levels on the Sheaf and Porter Brook peaked on Thursday evening in response to the rainfall and have been falling since. There is no further significant rainfall forecast although there will be scattered showers during the morning of Friday the 15th of November. Levels on the Sheaf and Porter Brook will continue to fall through Friday morning. Our Leeds incident room remains open and we will continue to monitor the situation. A 5 day flood forecast can be seen on the GOV.UK website. Please plan your journey to avoid low lying roads which may be affected. This message will be updated by 13:00 on the 15th November or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2019 19:34
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
This Flood Alert has been issued due to the high levels expected on the River Sheaf and Porter Brook this evening (14/11/2019) and overnight. A band of rain is moving across South Yorkshire which will be followed by showers overnight and into tomorrow, 15/11/2019. Given the wet ground conditions, we expect local rivers to respond and rise, however river levels are not expected to reach heights seen last week 7/11/2019 (and at this moment we are not expecting to issue flood warnings). We currently expect to see peak levels at around 21:00 this evening. We are monitoring the situation as our incident room is open 24/7, and are continuing to liaise closely with our partners. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and plan journeys to avoid low-lying roads which may be affected. This message will be updated at 03:35 on 15/11/2019 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Nov 2019 04:32
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels remain high after yesterday’s heavy rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident room is open. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2019 19:09
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels have risen as a result of the persistent rainfall this morning. Consequently, flooding of roads and low-lying land is still possible overnight and into tomorrow, Friday, 08/11/19. Areas most at risk are low-lying land and roads. Parkland and sports fields are expected to flood. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. Consequently the risk of flooding continues. We expect river levels to remain high until 09:00 on 08/11/19. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident room is open. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Nov 2019 10:36
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels are rising steadily in response to persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and low-lying land is possible from this morning (7th November) until approximately 09:00 tomorrow, 08/11/19. Areas most at risk are low-lying areas. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point.
Further rainfall is forecast over the next 24 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until 09:00 on 08/11/19. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident room is open. There is the potential for flood warnings to be issued. The highest river levels are likely to be seen this evening and overnight.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 18:35 on 07/11/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Oct 2019 10:49
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
River levels remain high throughout the catchment following heavy rainfall. Although levels have dropped this morning, further rainfall is expected later this morning, 26/10/19, which may cause the rivers to respond to levels similar to those seen yesterday evening (25/10/19). River levels are predicted to peak and begin falling early this afternoon, therefore the risk of flooding to low lying roads and farmland is still possible into this evening, 26/10/19.
We are continuing to actively monitor the situation closely in the incident room. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated by 18:45, 26/10/19, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Oct 2019 03:45
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
This Flood Alert is being issued as a precautionary measure due to the persistent heavy rainfall across the area. This is expected to continue into Saturday morning (26th October 2019). However, there is uncertainty over the amount of rainfall expected. River and surface water flooding may affect these areas. We urge you to remain vigilant and avoid walking and driving through flood water. We are continuing to actively monitor the situation closely and will issue updates, and further flood alerts and warnings if necessary.
You can monitor your local weather conditions and river levels on the GOV.UK website.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Oct 2019 20:44
River Sheaf, Porter Brook, Totley Brook
This Flood Alert is being issued as a precautionary measure due to the isolated persistent heavy rainfall across the area. This is expected to continue throughout this evening (Friday 25th October) and into Saturday morning (26th October). However, there is uncertainty over the amount of rainfall expected. River and surface water flooding may affect these areas. We urge you to remain vigilant and avoid walking and driving through flood water. We are continuing to actively monitor the situation closely and will issue updates, and further flood alerts and warnings if necessary.
You can monitor your local weather conditions and river levels on the GOV.UK website.