River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall.
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Number of historic Flood Alerts that have previously been recorded for this area.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
Rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 06 December 2025 . Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near to the river Wyre, river Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall. We are closely monitoring the situation . Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses . This message will be updated by 10:00AM on 07 December 2025 or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
Forecast rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible on 13 November 2025 . Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near rivers. We are closely monitoring the situation . Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 13 November 2025 or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
Rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from the early hours of 04 November 2025. Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near to the river Wyre, river Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall. We are clearing blockages from debris screens and closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 11:00AM on 04 November 2025 or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
Rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from the early hours of 03 November 2025 . Locations most affected will be low lying land and roads near to the river Wyre, river Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall. We are clearing blockages from debris screens and closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water . This message will be updated by 1:00PM on 03 November 2025 or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
High river levels throughout the morning may lead to flooding. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Wyre, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall. Weather conditions are expected to improve throughout the afternoon and no further flooding is expected. 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 17:30 PM on 10/06/2025, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
Rising river levels overnight may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 1:15 AM on 10/06/2025. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Wyre, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall. Weather conditions are expected to improve tomorrow afternoon and no further flooding is expected. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Please do not drive through floodwater as bow waves may affect adjacent properties. This message will be updated by 8:30 AM on 10/06/2025, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
River levels are expected to remain high throughout the evening on 01/01/2025. The flood storage basins at Garstang and Catterall are emptying. We are closely monitoring the situation including rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Please do not drive through floodwater as bow waves may affect adjacent properties. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 02/01/2025, or as the situation changes
River Wyre, Main Dyke
River levels are expected to remain high throughout the afternoon on 01/01/2025. The flood storage basins at Garstang and Catterall are in operation. We are closely monitoring the situation including rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Please do not drive through floodwater as bow waves may affect adjacent properties. This message will be updated by 06:00 PM on 01/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
High river levels overnight are causing flooding in some areas as the rain continues. Weather conditions are expected to improve later on New Years Day but river levels are likely to remain high. The flood storage basins at Garstang and Catterall are in operation. We are closely monitoring the situation including rainfall and river levels. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Please do not drive through floodwater as bow waves may affect adjacent properties. This message will be updated by 12:00 noon on 01/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
River levels are rising due to heavy rainfall this afternoon, 31/12/2024 Areas most at risk include River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall. We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 01/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
Heavy rain during Saturday 23/11/2024 may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible from 3:00 PM on 23/11/2024 as river levels are forecast to rise due to Storm Bert. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Wyre. We are closely monitoring the situation and liaising with emergency services and local authorities. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 8:00 AM on 24/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
No further flooding is expected. The situation is improving and there is no further significant rainfall expected today. River levels remain high but will continue to fall through the day. The Garstang Flood Storage Basin operated, but has now emptied. The Catterall Flood Storage basin was also operated, but did not fill significantly. Further rainfall is expected from Friday evening. We will continue to monitor the situation and this alert may be re-issued.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
High river levels this afternoon may lead to flooding. Flooding is possible when river levels are at their highest from 5:15 PM on 16/10/2024. Areas most at risk include River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall. Further flooding is possible throughout the evening as river levels are expected to remain high due to heavy rainfall. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and checking flood defences. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 8:00 AM on 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
Flooding is possible due to the heavy rainfall, River levels will be at their highest from 09:00 PM on 08/09/2024. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 8:30 AM on 09/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
River levels are remaining high on the River Wyre throughout the morning on 23/05/2024. No property flooding is expected. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Wyre. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. We will continue to work with emergency services and local authorities and to keep closely monitoring the situation. 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 23/05/2024, or as the situation changes
River Wyre, Main Dyke
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Wyre due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible around the River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall from 10:00 PM on 22/05/2024. River levels are expected to remain high overnight. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities. 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.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Wyre due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible around the River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall from 10:00 PM on 17/02/2024. 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 18/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
River levels will rise on the River Wyre due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible at River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall from 02:30 AM on 02/01/2024. Further rainfall is forecast overnight. 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 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
River levels are now falling on the River Wyre. Further light rainfall is forecast throughout the evening. This may cause river levels to slowly rise again this evening, as such the Flood Alert remains in force. No property flooding is expected. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 12:00 PM on 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
Flood Alert levels are forecast to be reached between 10:00 and midday on Wednesday 27th December 2023, with river levels peaking in the afternoon. Flood Warnings in this catchment are not currently expected for this rainfall event. Garstang basin is forecast to be operated from 11:00 to 14:00 on Wednesday 27th December 2023.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
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.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
River levels have risen overnight on the River Wyre due to persistent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening and river levels are expected to remain high. We are operating flood defences in the catchment and 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 09:00 AM on 24/07/2023, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
River levels have risen overnight on the River Wyre due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall. Flooding is possible at River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the morning and river levels are expected to remain high. We are operating flood defences in the catchment and 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 05:00 AM on 23/07/2023, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
River levels will rise steadily on the River Wyre due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall. Flooding is possible at River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall from 07:00 AM on 23/07/2023. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the morning. River levels are expected to remain high. 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 08:00 AM on 23/07/2023, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
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. The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels. We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the River Wyre. Areas most at risk include River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall. No further rainfall is forecast. River levels remain high but are beginning to fall, but the risk of flooding to low-lying land remains. 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 04:00 PM on 31/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
River levels will rise steadily on the River Wyre due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall. Flooding is possible at River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall from 10:00 PM on 30/12/2021. River levels are expected to remain high overnight. 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 08:00 AM on 31/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
River levels have risen on the River Wyre due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall. Flooding is possible at River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall from 03:00 PM on 08/12/2021. Further rainfall is forecast this evening but river levels are not expected to reach the flood warning threshold. 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 09:00 AM on 09/12/2021, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
River levels are now falling steadily on the River Wyre. Areas still at risk include River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall. No property flooding is expected. No further flooding to fields and roads is expected, however there may be standing water seen for several days. The forecast is main dry for today and until the weekend. 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 08:00 PM on 02/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
River levels are high on the River Wyre due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected at River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall. Some rainfall is forecast overnight. River levels are expected to remain high at the Catterall gauge. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels, operating flood basins 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 02/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
River Wyre, Main Dyke
River levels are high on the River Wyre due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected at River Wyre, River Cocker, Pilling Water and other watercourses from Catterall to Fleetwood, including St Michaels and Great Eccleston and Preesall from 08:00 AM on 01/11/2021. Further rainfall is forecast this morning. River levels are expected to remain high at the Catterall gauge. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels, operating flood basins 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 07:00 PM on 01/11/2021, or as the situation changes.