Flood Alert Info - Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries
Area Description
Low lying land in the Lower Tees valley, from Middleton St George to the Tees Barrage, including Lustrum Beck, Greatham Beck and the Riverside footpaths at Yarm.
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 8 Dec 2024 10:01
River Tees
Conditions are improving and less rainfall is expected today. However, river levels remain high, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Please do not drive through floodwater as bow waves may affect adjacent properties.
This message will be updated by 6:00 PM on 08/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2024 16:03
River Tees
River levels are forecast to rise through today and overnight which may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible from 01:00 AM tomorrow 08/12/2024 and river levels will remain elevated throughout Sunday 08/12/2024.
All Yarm Flood Gates will be being closed from 7pm today 07/12/2024 – Vehicular access in and out of Swinburns Yard and Yarm Wharf Car Park after 7pm will not be possible.
Areas most at risk include riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads.
Further flooding is possible tomorrow as river levels are expected to remain high due to the prolonged rainfall.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 08/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2024 16:35
River Tees
River levels are starting to drop and levels at Yarm have peaked. Property flooding is not expected.
Locations affected are near the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads.
No Significant rainfall expected over the coming days. Weather conditions are expected to improve throughout the day and no further flooding is expected.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 7:00 PM on 24/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Nov 2024 08:46
River Tees
Further flooding is possible throughout today as river levels will remain high due to heavy rainfall: property flooding is not expected.
Flooding is possible between 9:00 AM on 24/11/2024 and 4:00 PM on 24/11/2024.
Locations to be affected are near the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads.
Weather conditions are expected to improve throughout the day and no further flooding is expected.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 24/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2024 20:13
River Tees
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected.
Flooding is possible between 3:00 AM on 24/11/2024 and 7:30 PM on 24/11/2024.
Locations to be affected are near the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads.
Weather conditions are expected to improve overnight and no further flooding is expected.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 24/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Oct 2024 10:57
River Tees
River levels on the Lower River Tees are rising due to persistent and heavy rainfall overnight and into Thursday morning, 17/10/2024. Flooding is possible from lunchtime today and throughout Thursday afternoon when river levels will be high. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Tees particularly in Yarm, with low lying land and roads and riverside footpaths expected to be most affected. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation. All flood gates at Yarm will be closed from 11:00 AM today and will remain closed during the afternoon until river levels begin to fall. This message will be updated by 07:00 PM on 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 17:29
River Tees
No property flooding is expected.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible.
River levels are expected to peak around 4:00 AM on 17/10/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads.
We will close the pedestrian flood gates at Yarm at 6:00 PM on 16/10/2024 and will monitor rainfall and river levels.
This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Oct 2024 15:20
River Tees
River levels on the Lower River Tees are rising due to today’s persistent and heavy rainfall.
Flooding is possible throughout this afternoon and into this evening, 09/10/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Tees particularly in Yarm, with low lying land and roads and riverside footpaths expected to be most affected.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
We are closely monitoring the situation. All flood gates at Yarm will be closed from 4:00 PM today and will remain closed overnight.
This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 10/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2024 15:29
River Tees
High river levels this afternoon may lead to flooding.
Flooding is possible this evening (26/09/2024).
Areas most at risk include riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight but no further flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation and closely monitoring the situation.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 1:00 PM on 26/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 May 2024 18:54
River Tees
River levels are remaining high on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries due persistent and heavy rainfall throughout Wednesday and Thursday (23/05/2024).
Areas most at risk include riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads, where flooding is possible throughout Thursday evening and overnight.
Rain will remain light and intermittent during Thursday evening and overnight, however levels will remain elevated.
We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels. The Yarm Gates Phase 1 will remain closed overnight and be re-opened on Friday morning.
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 09:00 AM on 24/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 May 2024 09:25
River Tees
River levels are remaining high on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries due persistent and heavy rainfall on Wednesday and overnight into Thursday morning, 23/05/2024.
Areas most at risk include riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads.
Flooding is possible at riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads throughout Thursday, 23/05/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast during Thursday but will be light and intermittent, however levels will remain elevated.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
The Yarm Gates Phase 1 will be closed at 09:30 this morning, and remain closed during Thursday.
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 07:00 PM on 23/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 20:59
River Tees
River levels are rising on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries due to showers caused by low pressure front arriving from the North Sea.
Areas most at risk include riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads.
Flooding is possible at riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads from 10:00 PM on 22/05/2024.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout Wednesday evening, 22/05/2024.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
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 10:00 AM on 23/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Apr 2024 09:47
River Tees
River levels are remaining high on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries following heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads, particularly in the Yarm area.
More rain is forecast over the coming days. We are monitoring the forecasts and will make a decision on the reopening of Yarm floodgates later today.
We will continue to monitor water levels and conditions 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 7:00 PM on 10/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Apr 2024 18:08
River Tees
River levels have started to rise on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries following heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads, particularly in the Yarm area where flooding is possible from 6:00 PM this evening (09/04/2024) and throughout Wednesday morning.
A full closure of Yarm floodgates will be complete by around 6:30 PM this evening. More rain is forecast over the coming days which means the gates are likely to remain closed until at least Thursday. We will continue to monitor water levels and conditions 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 10:00 AM on 10/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Apr 2024 17:38
River Tees
River levels have started to rise on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries following heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads, particularly in the Yarm area where flooding of low lying parts of the True Lovers Walk footpath is possible between 7:00 PM and 11:30 PM this evening (05/04/2024).
River levels will remain high for the next 24 hours and are forecast to peak again on Saturday evening. Very strong winds are forecast from Saturday morning as a result of Storm Kathleen. Therefore, if the floodgates at Yarm need to be closed in response to Saturday evening's peak water level, we will close them early Saturday morning. We will continue to monitor levels and conditions closely. This message will be updated and the operational message will be issued if the floodgates require operation.
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 10:00 AM on 06/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 10:33
River Tees
River levels are rising on the Hartburn Beck and Lustrum Beck due to rainfall. River Levels are expected to peak at mid-day today and will remain high until 4:00pm. No property flooding is expected. Areas most at risk include riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We do not expect to close the flood gates in Yarm. We will continue to monitor levels closely.
This message will be updated by 6:30 PM on 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2024 10:22
River Tees
River levels are high on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries due to heavy rainfall. Levels have peaked but remain high and are expected to remain high until later this evening.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations around Yarm, however we are not expecting to need to close Yarm flood gates as a result. 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 18:00 on 30/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2024 15:19
River Tees
River levels are rising on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries due to heavy rainfall and levels are expected to peak between 9 PM and 10 PM on 29/01/2024.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near Harburn Beck and Lustrum Beck.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the evening.
We are not expecting to need to close Yarm flood gates as a result. 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 10:00 AM on 30/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2024 16:50
River Tees
River levels are starting to recede on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries following the heavy rainfall from Storm Isha but will remain higher than normal throughout the evening. Levels should reduce to normal by Tuesday morning, 23/01/2024 but further heavy rainfall is predicted throughout the day meaning levels are forecast to rise again in the afternoon. Flood Gates at Yarm, Croft and Neasham will remain closed in anticipation of the forecast rainfall.
We will continue to monitor the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 23/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2024 09:59
River Tees
River levels are still rising on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries due to rainfall produced by Storm Isha, and are forecast to peak later this morning, 22/01/2024, before falling throughout the afternoon.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads.
Further rain showers are forecast today, 22/01/2024, but it will become dry overnight.
All floodgates at Yarm are closed and will remain closed until the river is forecast to recede. We will update you when the situation changes.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
This message will be updated by 18:00PM on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2024 20:21
River Tees
River levels are rising on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries due to rainfall produced by Storm Isha. Levels are expected to rise through Sunday night 21/01/2024 remaining high through Monday 22/01/2024.
Flooding is possible to riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads from this evening, 21/01/2024 until tomorrow evening 22/01/2024.
The persistent rain is easing into Sunday night, however, river levels will remain high through Monday 22/01/2024.
All floodgates at Yarm are closed and will remain closed until the river is forecast to recede . We will update you when the situation changes.
Our incident room is open, and we are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2023 17:00
River Tees
River levels are remaining high on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads.
Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow throughout the day.
River levels will rise tomorrow evening on 30/12/2023.
We will continue to monitor the forecast.
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 02:00 PM on 30/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2023 09:16
River Tees
River levels are remaining high on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries following the prolonged rainfall on 27/12/2023.
Further rainfall is expected on Friday night and over the weekend.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. All flood gates at Yarm will remain closed until the river level reduces to a safe level.
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 6:00 PM on 29/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 16:18
River Tees
River levels are remaining high on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries following the prolonged rainfall on 27/12/2023.
Blustery showers are expected through Thursday evening and Friday with the chance of further more persistent rainfall over the weekend.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. All flood gates at Yarm will remain closed until the river level reduces to a safe level.
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 09:00 AM on 29/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 09:41
River Tees
River levels are remaining high on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries following the prolonged rainfall on 27/12/2023.
Blustery showers are expected through Thursday and Friday with the chance of further more persistent rainfall over the weekend.
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 06:00 PM on 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 18:05
River Tees
River levels are rising on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads.
River levels are expected to peak overnight and further rainfall is forecast.
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 11:00 AM on 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 09:34
River Tees
River levels are forecast to remain elevated following yesterday’s rainfall.
The weather remains very unsettled today with further spells of wet weather.
Levels are expected to remain elevated with a further peak forecast at Yarm tonight. Phase 1 gates at Yarm will remain closed.
Areas most at risk include riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads. No property flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
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 6pm on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 11:39
River Tees
River levels are forecast to remain elevated in response to today’s rainfall.
The weather remains very unsettled with further spells of wet weather expected in quick succession over the weekend.
Levels are expected to remain elevated with further peaks forecast over the weekend, however the forecast has improved. Phase 2 gates in Yarm will be opened by 3pm today, 09/12/2023. Phase 1 gates will remain closed over the weekend.
Areas most at risk include riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads. No property flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
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 9am on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 11:16
River Tees
River levels are forecast to remain elevated in response to today’s rainfall.
The weather remains very unsettled with further spells of wet weather expected in quick succession over the weekend.
Levels are expected to remain elevated with further peaks forecast over the weekend, however the forecast has improved. Phase 2 gates will be opened at 3pm today, 09/12/2023. Phase 1 gates will remain closed over the weekend.
Areas most at risk include riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads. No property flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
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 9am on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 10:55
River Tees
River levels are forecast to remain elevated in response to today’s rainfall.
The weather remains very unsettled with further spells of wet weather expected in quick succession over the weekend.
Levels are expected to remain elevated with further peaks forecast over the weekend, however the forecast has improved. Phase 2 gates will be opened at lunchtime today, 09/12/2023. Phase 1 gates will remain closed over the weekend.
Areas most at risk include riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads. No property flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
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 9am on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 12:49
River Tees
River levels have peaked in Yarm following yesterday's rainfall, levels are expected to fall throughout today. However the weather remains very unsettled with further spells of wet weather expected in quick succession over the weekend. Levels are expected to remain elevated with further peaks forecast over the weekend. Phase 1 and 2 gates will remain closed today and over the weekend.
Areas most at risk include riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads. No property flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
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 3pm on 09/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 08:49
River Tees
After the rainfall yesterday and overnight, the Lower River Tees will peak later this morning. River levels will however remain elevated through into Saturday 9th December as further rainfall is forecast.
Areas most at risk include riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads. No property flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
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 3pm on 08/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 19:35
River Tees
River levels are rising on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries due to persistent rainfall.
River levels are expected to peak early morning of Friday 8th December. Areas most at risk include riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads. No property flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
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 10am on 08/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 17:42
River Tees
River levels remain high on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries due to persistent rainfall overnight and snowmelt yesterday. Flooding is possible to riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads today, 05/12/2023 until tomorrow morning, 06/12/2023. River levels will be elevated until tomorrow morning. Pedestrian floodgates at Yarm will remain closed until Wednesday morning 06/12/2023, when the river is forecast to recede.
Levels at Croft are receding and we will open the Croft floodgates when possible.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. Please 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 09:00AM on 06/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 07:29
River Tees
River levels are rising on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries due to persistent rainfall overnight and snowmelt yesterday.
Flooding is possible to riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads from this morning (05/12/2023) until tomorrow morning (06/12/2023).
Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the day, and river levels will be elevated until tomorrow morning.
Pedestrian floodgates at Yarm will be closed at 9:30am and will remain closed until Wednesday morning, when the river is forecast to recede. We will update you when the situation changes.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Please 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 06:00 PM on 05/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 16:08
River Tees
River levels are rising on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries due to persistent rainfall and snowmelt.
Flooding is possible to riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads from this afternoon (04/12/2023) until tomorrow morning (05/12/2023).
Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening into Tuesday morning, therefore river levels will be elevated until tomorrow morning.
We will continue to monitor levels closely and issue any flood warnings if required.
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 09:00 AM on 05/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 17:04
River Tees
River levels are forecast to rise on the Lower River Tees due to persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Debi.
River levels are expected to peak overnight, areas most at risk include riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads. Yarm flood gates have been closed and will remain closed overnight. No property flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are actively checking river levels and the weather forecast.
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 on 14/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2023 19:22
River Tees
River levels are rising on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries due to heavy rainfall from Storm Ciaran.
Flooding is forecast to affect riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads near the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries.
River levels will remain high throughout the night and into tomorrow morning. We don't expect to issue any Flood Warnings.
Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation. We have closed the flood gates at Yarm this evening, and they will remain closed overnight.
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 11:00 AM on 03/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Oct 2023 07:13
River Tees
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 16:16
River Tees
River levels remain high on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries due to heavy rain caused by Storm Babet.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
No further rainfall is forecast over the weekend. No flooding of properties is expected. The flood gates in Yarm will remain closed.
Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 22/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2023 12:22
River Tees
River levels remain elevated on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries due to heavy rain.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Showery rainfall is forecast throughout Saturday, but this will ease overnight. No flooding of properties is expected. The flood gates in Yarm will remain closed.
Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 4:00 PM on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2023 02:15
River Tees
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 23 Jul 2023 18:19
River Tees
River levels are rising on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries due to continued rainfall throughout the day. Further rain is expected to fall until mid-night, causing river levels to peak tomorrow morning (24/07/2023). Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads in the Yarm area. No property flooding is expected. We are not planning to close the Yarm flood gates. We have cleared debris from weed screens in the area. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths in Yarm and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 24/07/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jul 2023 17:30
River Tees
There have been some heavy showers this afternoon (Saturday 8th July) in the North East Area, but the potential for further heavy, possibly thundery, showers remains this evening and through the night which could bring high isolated totals. There is low confidence in the exact location and distribution of the heaviest showers but where they do fall there will be a particular risk of surface water impacts in urban areas and the potential for a fluvial response in rapidly responding catchments. Therefore, the Flood Alert will remain in force overnight and we will provide a further update tomorrow morning.
We are not currently expecting to issue any Flood Warnings but we are closely monitoring the situation and will issue any Flood Warnings if required.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jul 2023 11:26
River Tees
This message has been issued proactively ahead of heavy thundery showers that are forecast to move across the region between 11am and 12 midnight today (Sat 8th July) with the potential to bring high isolated totals.
There is low confidence in the exact location and distribution of the heaviest showers but where they do fall there will be a particular risk of surface water impacts in urban areas and the potential for a fluvial response in rapidly responding catchments.
We are not currently expecting to issue any Flood Warnings but we are closely monitoring the situation and will issue any Flood Warnings if required. This message will be updated this evening or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2023 14:30
River Tees
River levels are forecast to rise on the Lower Tees this evening and overnight, 13/03/2023 as a result of heavy rainfall and snowmelt. Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads. Rainfall is forecast overnight, 13/03/2023.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. Our incident response staff will be closing phase 1 Yarm flood gates this evening, 13/03/2023 and they will remain closed for the rest of the week due to unsettled weather conditions.
This message will be updated by 10:00 tomorrow morning, 14/03/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2022 10:57
River Tees
River levels remain high at the Yarm river gauge due to persistent rainfall overnight.
Consequently, flooding of riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads is possible throughout today, Friday 18/11/2022.
We are closely monitoring the situation as further rainfall is expected over the weekend. Our incident response staff are checking defences and all flood gates at Yarm currently remain closed.
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 18/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 21:51
River Tees
River levels have risen at the Yarm river gauge due to persistent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads is possible from 21:00 on Thursday, 17/11/2022.
We expect river levels to remain high overnight and further rainfall is forecast to be persistent into Friday morning, 18/11/2022.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and all flood gates at Yarm have now been closed.
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 11:00 on 18/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 17:31
River Tees
River levels have risen at the Yarm river gauge due to persistent rainfall.
Consequently, flooding is possible with areas most at risk include riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads from 21:00 on Thursday, 17/11/2022.
Further rainfall is forecast to be persistent into Friday morning, 18/11/2022. We expect river levels to remain high overnight, 17/11/2022.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and pedestrian flood gates at Yarm have now been closed.
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 11:00 on 18/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 14:32
River Tees
River levels have risen at the Yarm river gauge due to persistent rainfall.
Consequently, flooding is possible with areas most at risk include riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads from 21:00 on Thursday, 17/11/2022.
Further rainfall is forecast to be persistent into Friday morning, 18/11/2022. We expect river levels to remain high overnight, 17/11/2022.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and pedestrian flood gates at Yarm have now been closed.
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 17/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 15:27
River Tees
River levels continue to remain high on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries as a result of heavy and prolonged rainfall. Further showery rain is expected overnight and as a result levels are likely to remain high until Tuesday, 22/02/2022.
Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths and low-lying land and roads, in particular around Low Moor. The Yarm flood gates will remain closed overnight, however we will continue to monitor the situation and open the gates when river levels allow. Croft and Neasham flood gates were opened earlier this afternoon, 21/02/2022.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 10:00 on 22/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 10:46
River Tees
River levels continue to remain high on the Lower River Tees and estuarine tributaries as a result of heavy and prolonged rainfall. Further scattered showers are likely today and overnight and as a result levels are likely to remain high until Tuesday, 22/02/2022.
Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths and low-lying land and roads in particular around Low Moor. Yarm gates will remain closed however we will continue to monitor the situation and open the gates when river levels allow. Croft and Neasham flood gates have now reopened..
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 16:00 on 21/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 09:45
River Tees
River levels continue to remain high on the Lower River Tees and Estuarine Tributaries as a result of heavy and prolonged rainfall. Further scattered showers are likely today and overnight and as a result levels are likely to remain high until Tuesday, 22/02/2022.
Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths and low-lying land and roads in particular around Low Moor. Yarm gates will remain closed however we will continue to monitor the situation and open the gates when river levels allow. Croft and Neasham flood gates will be opened early this afternoon, 21/02/2022.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
We are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 16:00 on 21/02/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 11:42
River Tees
River levels have risen at the Croft river level gauge as a result of heavy and prolonged rainfall. Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths and low-lying land and roads.
Further rainfall is expected throughout the day. We expect river levels to continue to rise throughout the afternoon and peak at 22:00 on 20/02/22.
There may be the potential to issue Flood Warnings later today. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff have closed Croft and Neasham Abbey gates. These are likely to remain closed overnight.
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 21/02/22, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 1 Dec 2021 09:57
River Tees
River levels are rising on the Lower Tees as a result of heavy rainfall and snowmelt. Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads. Further rainfall is forecast through today, Wednesday 01/12/2021. We expect river levels to remain high throughout the day.
We are closely monitoring the situation and do not currently expect to issue any Flood Warnings. Our incident response staff have closed the Yarm flood gates and they will remain closed through today, 01/12/2021. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 18:00 this evening, 01/12/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Nov 2021 18:43
River Tees
River levels are forecast to rise on the Lower Tees as a result of heavy rainfall and snowmelt. Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads. Further rainfall is forecast overnight, 30/11/2021 and into tomorrow morning, 01/12/2021. We expect river levels to rise during the early hours of Wednesday and remain high throughout the day.
We are closely monitoring the situation and do not currently expect to issue any Flood Warnings. Our incident response staff have closed the Yarm flood gates this evening, 30/11/2021, and they will remain closed overnight. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 10:00 tomorrow morning, 01/12/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 08:37
River Tees
River levels remain high on the Lower River Tees and its estuarine tributaries as a result of heavy rainfall which has fallen since Tuesday 19/01/21. Flooding of riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads is expected to continue throughout today, Thursday 21/01/21. The heavy rain has now cleared the area but there may be further showers this morning and we expect river levels to remain high until this evening. We continue to closely monitor the situation.
Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking defences and clearing any blockages from rivers. Phase 1 and 2 closure of Yarm floodgates took place on Tuesday afternoon. All Yarm floodgates will be reopened later this afternoon, Thursday 21/01/2021, as river levels fall. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 16:30 on 21/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 20:27
River Tees
River levels remain high on the Lower River Tees and its estuarine tributaries as a result of heavy rainfall yesterday and today, 20/01/21. Flooding of riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads is expected to continue this evening, 20/01/21 and tomorrow, 21/01/21. Further rainfall is forecast across the catchment, with the possibility of heavier spells of rain this evening and therefore we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue Flood Warnings if necessary.
Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking defences and clearing any blockages from rivers. Phase 1 and 2 closure of Yarm floodgates took place on Tuesday afternoon. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 09:30 on 21/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 08:37
River Tees
River levels rose overnight on the Lower River Tees and its estuarine tributaries as a result of heavy rainfall yesterday (Tuesday) and overnight. Consequently, flooding of riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads is expected to continue during today, 20/01/21 and tomorrow, 21/01/21. Further rainfall is forecast across the catchment today (Wednesday) with the possibility of heavier spells of rain this evening and consequently we expect river levels to remain high. We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue Flood Warnings if necessary. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking defences and clearing any blockages from rivers. Phase 1 and 2 closure of Yarm floodgates took place on Tuesday afternoon. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 16:00 on 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 19:37
River Tees
River levels are forecast to rise on the Lower River Tees and its estuarine tributaries as a result of persistent heavy rainfall today which is forecast to continue overnight and into Wednesday. Consequently, flooding of riverside footpaths and low lying land and roads is expected from 23:00 tonight, 19/01/21.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast to continue falling across the catchment for the next few days and consequently we expect river levels to remain high.
We are closely monitoring the situation and will issue Flood Warnings if necessary. Our incident response staff are out on the ground checking defences and clearing any blockages from rivers. Phase 1 and 2 closure of Yarm floodgates has taken place this afternoon
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Jan 2021 18:52
River Tees
Rainfall and continued snowmelt throughout the day, 11/01/21, is resulting in rising river levels in the Tees catchment. There is further rainfall forecast this evening and further snowmelt is also likely. Therefore the river levels on the Tees and tributaries are expected to rise throughout the evening, peaking in the early hours of Tuesday, 12/01/21. River levels are likely to remain high throughout Tuesday, 12/01/21.
We do not expect to have to issue any flood warnings with the current forecast. Main impacts are currently forecast at Yarm but river levels will be high across the catchment. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Trash screens have been cleared and our incident response staff will be on site from 19:30 this evening, Monday 11/01/21, to close Yarm flood gates.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Tuesday 12/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Aug 2020 08:50
River Tees
River levels have risen on the River Tees as a result of heavy rainfall throughout last night (27/08/2020). River levels are expected to remain high throughout the day today, 28/08/2020 in response to further rainfall forecast this morning. The flood gates are closed at Croft and the Phase 1 flood gates at Yarm will remain closed over the weekend.
Water levels are also likely to be high on smaller watercourses around Teesside including the Lustrum Beck.
We will continue to monitor the situation throughout the day today, 28/08/2020 and will issue any flood warnings that may be required.
This message will be updated by 16:00 today, 28/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Aug 2020 20:35
River Tees
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Tees as a result of heavy rainfall through Thursday night and into Friday morning, 28/08/2020. We are likely to see river levels rise through the early hours of Friday and continue to rise further down the catchment throughout the day.
Floodgates are already closed at Croft and Phase 1 floodgates are closed at Yarm.
Water levels are also likely to be high on smaller watercourses around Teesside including the Lustrum Beck.
We will continue to monitor the situation through the night and issue any flood warnings that may be required.
This message will be updated by 09:00 tomorrow, 28/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2020 20:04
River Tees
River levels are forecast to rise late Saturday night (14/03/20) into Sunday morning (15/03/20) on the lower River Tees as a result of rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding could occur to low lying land and footpaths from 06:00 onwards throughout the day tomorrow (15/03/2020). Flood gates are closed in Yarm and Croft-on-Tees. We continue to monitor the situation closely and will issue flood warnings if required. This message will be updated by 11:00 tomorrow, 15/03/20, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2020 18:16
River Tees
River levels are forecast to rise late Saturday night (14/03/20) into Sunday morning (15/03/20) on the lower River Tees as a result of rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding could occur to low lying land and footpaths between 02:00 and 12:00 tomorrow morning (15/03/2020). Flood gates are currently being closed in Yarm and Croft-on-Tees. We continue to monitor the situation closely and will issue flood warnings if required. This message will be updated by 11:00 tomorrow, 15/03/20, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 12:00
River Tees
River levels in the Tees at Yarm have fallen overnight however another band of rain, with snow over high ground, is expected tonight (Sunday 23rd February) into Monday morning. Phase one and two floodgates at Yarm will remain closed thoughout Sunday. We are closely monitoring the forecasts and if river levels do not respond to this rainfall then phase one and two gates at Yarm will be opened during Monday.
Take care near riverside roads and footpaths which may remain wet and muddy following the recent high river levels.
This message will be updated by 12:00 tomorrow, Monday 24th February, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 16:41
River Tees
River levels are expected to remain high during Saturday, following the overnight rainfall in the River Tees area. Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river today (Saturday 22nd February).
Phase one flood gates at Yarm were closed from 10:00 this morning and phase two flood gates were closed this afternoon. The current forecast is that Sunday will be relatively dry during the day and river levels will drop. However, another band of rain, with snow over high ground, is expected overnight Sunday into Monday morning and levels are forecast to rise again. As a result, phase one and phase two gates will remain closed until Tuesday morning.
We are monitoring river levels closely and our operational teams are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages from rivers. This message will be updated by 12:00 tomorrow, Sunday 23rd February, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 12:50
River Tees
Overnight we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Tees area. This has meant that the River Tees is now rising. Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river today (Saturday 22nd February). River levels are expected to peak late this afternoon.
Phase one and phase two flood gates at Yarm will be closed, and remain closed until tomorrow morning at the earliest. Car parks, footpaths and private gardens accessed via the riverside will be inaccessible throughout this time. We are monitoring the situation closely and will issue further messages if the situation changes.
Take care near the areas of concern and avoid walking or driving along riverside roads and footpaths. We are monitoring river levels closely and our operational teams are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages from rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 11:56
River Tees
Overnight we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Tees area. This has meant that the River Tees is now rising.
Levels suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river today (Saturday 22nd February).
River levels are expected to peak late this afternoon.
Phase one flood gates at Yarm will remain closed until tomorrow morning at the earliest. We are not currently expecting to close the phase two floodgates, but we are monitoring the situation closely and will issue further messages if the situation changes.
Take care near the areas of concern and avoid walking or driving along riverside roads and footpaths. We are monitoring river levels closely and our operational teams are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages from rivers. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 08:28
River Tees
Overnight we have seen heavy rainfall in the River Tees area. This has meant that the River Tees is now rising. Levels at Croft suggest that there will be flooding to low lying land and roads close to the river today (Saturday 22nd February). We expect the river to peak at around midday and remain high throughout today.
Phase one flood gates at Yarm will be closed from 10:00 this morning. Flood gates at Croft will also be closed.
Take care near the areas of concern and avoid walking or driving along riverside roads and footpaths. We are monitoring river levels closely and our operational teams are out on the ground checking and clearing any blockages from rivers. This message will be updated at 12:00 today, or earlier if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 19:58
River Tees
River levels on the Lower River Tees catchment have peaked and are receding at Croft and the Lustrum Beck. However, levels currently remain high on the Tees at the Low Moor and Yarm gauging stations therefore this alert will remain in force overnight. We are expecting the River Tees to peak at 8pm tonight (16/02/20) and slowly recede overnight. Further showers are expected throughout the night but we do not expect the rivers to respond significantly. There have been reports of minor surface water flooding along Yarm High Street, so please take care in this area. Croft and Neasham floodgates will stay closed until levels reduce. Yarm Phase 1 & 2 floodgates will also remain closed overnight. 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 on 17/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 10:19
River Tees
River levels have risen on the Lower River Tees as a result of heavy rainfall and snow melt. Rainfall is now easing throughout today, Sunday 16/02/2020 however we expect river levels in the lower catchment including Yarm to continue to rise throughout the day before peaking later this afternoon. Levels on the Lustrum Beck will remain high today but we don’t expect them to rise again significantly. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Croft and Neasham floodgates will stay closed until levels reduce. Yarm Phase 1 & 2 floodgates will also remain closed throughout today. This message will be updated this afternoon (16/02/2020), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 07:03
River Tees
River levels have risen on the Lower River Tees as a result of heavy rainfall and snow melt. Rainfall is now easing throughout today, Sunday 16/02/2020 however river levels in the lower catchment will remain high throughout today.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Croft and Neasham floodgates are closed. Yarm Phase 1 & 2 floodgates have now been closed, and will remain closed throughout today.
This message will be updated this afternoon (16/02/2020), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 03:13
River Tees
River levels have risen on the Lower River Tees as a result of heavy rainfall and snow melt. Consequently, rivers will be high throughout Saturday evening, 15/02/2020, and into Sunday.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the weekend. We expect river levels to remain high over this period.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Croft and Neasham floodgates are closed. Yarm Phase 1 & 2 floodgates have now been closed. We will also issue Flood Warnings if required.
This message will be updated Sunday morning (16/02/2020), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 20:17
River Tees
River levels have risen on the Lower River Tees as a result of heavy rainfall and snow melt. Consequently, rivers will be high throughout Saturday evening, 15/02/2020, and into Sunday.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast over the weekend. We expect river levels to remain high over this period.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences. Croft and Neasham floodgates are being closed. Yarm Phase 1 floodgates have been closed. If Phase 2 floodgates are to be closed, we will issue another operational message. We will also issue Flood Warnings if required.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 16/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 11:18
River Tees
River levels at the Croft-on-Tees and Low Moor river gauges have peaked as a result of Storm Ciara. Levels at Yarm remain high and are predicted to fall throughout the day. Flooding of properties/roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads. We are closely monitoring the situation. We have opened some flood gates in Yarm where it is possible to do so, and will open remaining gates and distribute an updated operational message when all gates are opened. 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 today (10/02/2020) by 17:00 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 19:34
River Tees
River levels continue to rise at the Croft-on-Tees, Low Moor and Yarm river gauges as a result of Storm Ciara and will peak overnight. Flooding of properties/roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads. We are closely monitoring the situation and issue any flood warnings as needed. Flood gates at Croft and Yarm will remain closed overnight. It is planned to reopen the floodgates tomorrow morning as river levels recede. 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 11:00 tomorrow morning, 10/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 21:06
River Tees
River levels are forecast to rise at the Croft-on-Tees, Low Moor and Yarm river gauges as a result of Storm Ciara. Consequently River Tees levels will rise relatively rapidly through Saturday night, 08/02/20 into Sunday morning, 09/02/20. Flooding of properties/roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are riverside footpaths, low lying land and roads.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast through Saturday night and Sunday, rain will be particularly heavy over high ground in the Pennines and the Cheviots.
We are closely monitoring the situation and issue any flood warnings as needed.
Through the night we will close the flood gates at Croft and Yarm. If access is needed to remove anything please do so as soon as 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.
This message will be updated by 09:30 on Sunday, 09/02/20, or as the situation change