Flood Warning Info - Rivers in Accrington and Oswaldtwistle

Heavy rain from Storm Bert is expected to cause flooding this morning from 11:00 AM. Areas most at risk include the River Hyndburn, Woodnook & Broad Oak Water, Antley Syke, Pleck, Hynburn, Tinker, Lottice and Whiteash Brooks in Accrington and Oswaldtwistle. Comprising Dunnyshop, Baxenden, Lower Fold, Peel Bank, Barnfield and Little Moor End. Further band of rain is expected this evening which will keep river levels higher than normal We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Stay away from floodwater - it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals. This message will be updated by 08:00 AM on 24/11/2024, or as the situation changes.

Heavy rain from Storm Bert is expected to cause flooding this morning from 11:00 AM. Areas most at risk include the River Hyndburn, Woodnook & Broad Oak Water, Antley Syke, Pleck, Hynburn, Tinker, Lottice and Whiteash Brooks in Accrington and Oswaldtwistle. Comprising Dunnyshop, Baxenden, Lower Fold, Peel Bank, Barnfield and Little Moor End. Weather conditions are expected to improve this afternoon and no further flooding is expected. We are closely monitoring the situation and clearing debris from weed screens. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Stay away from floodwater - it contains hidden dangers such as open manhole covers, sewage and chemicals. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 23/11/2024, or as the situation changes.

River levels have risen on the Rivers in Accrington and Oswaldtwistle due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is affecting the River Hyndburn, Woodnook & Broad Oak Water, Antley Syke, Pleck, Hynburn, Tinker, Lottice and Whiteash Brooks in Accrington and Oswaldtwistle. Comprising Dunnyshop, Baxenden, Lower Fold, Peel Bank, Barnfield and Little Moor End from 04:00 PM on 20/02/2022. Further rainfall is forecast this evening. River levels are expected to remain high. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 11:00 PM on 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.

River levels have risen at the Milnshaw river gauge as a result of Storm Ciara Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible early today, 09/02/2020. The River Hyndburn, Woodnook & Broad Oak Water, Antley Syke, Pleck, Hynburn, Tinker, Lottice and Whiteash Brooks in Accrington and Oswaldtwistle. Comprising Dunnyshop, Baxenden, Lower Fold, Peel Bank, Barnfield and Little Moor End may be affected. We expect river levels to remain high throughout the day , 09/02/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.