Flood Warning Info - Burrow Beck at Lancaster, between Newlands Ave, Lentworth Drive and Whinfell Drive

River levels remain high as a result of persistent, heavy rainfall, but are beginning to fall at the Burrow Beck river gauge. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff remain in the area. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.

River levels are forecast to rise at the Burrow Beck river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding could occur this evening on 01/11/20, but there is low confidence in the forecast. Flooding is expected to affect properties on Lentworth Drive, Whinfell Drive, Beechwood Gardens, Bowerham Road, off Cranwell Avenue, Hodder Place, Cork Road, Canterbury Avenue We expect river levels to remain high until 06:00 on 02/11/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please move possession and valuables off the ground or to safety. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.