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Flood Alert Info - Upper River Ribble, Hodder

Area Description

Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester.
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 24 Nov 2024 10:41
River Ribble
Due to continued heavy rain last night and this morning, river levels in the upper River Ribble and Hodder catchment remain high. The heaviest rain has now cleared to the east, and river levels will peak and begin to fall throughout the day. No escalating impacts are expected. We will continue to monitor the situation.

Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2024 12:20
River Ribble
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 Ribble and it's tributaries. 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 08:00 AM on 24/11/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 16:50
River Ribble
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Ribble, River Hodder due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible around the Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester from 10:00 PM on 22/05/2024. Further rainfall is forecast 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. Plan driving routes to avoid roads which are affected by flooding. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 23/05/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2024 15:58
River Ribble
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Ribble, River Hodder due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ribble, River Hodder. No property flooding is expected. 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.

Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 14:28
River Ribble
River levels are rising on the River Ribble and River Hodder due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible at Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester between 2:30 PM and 7:00 PM on 23/01/2024. Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon before the weather front moves away eastwards later this evening. Our incident teams are closely monitoring the situation. 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2024 12:45
River Ribble
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Ribble, River Hodder due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha. Areas most at risk include Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester. No property flooding is expected. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert/warning if necessary. 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 10:00 AM on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 15:36
River Ribble
River levels are now falling on the River Ribble, River Hodder. 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.

Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2023 15:51
River Ribble
Flood Alert levels are forecast to be reached between 10:30 and 14:30 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.

Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 09:27
River Ribble
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall on the River Ribble, River Hodder due to heavy rainfall. Further heavy rainfall is forecast on Sunday from 9am to Midday, then from 5pm into the evening, which will cause river levels to rise again. Areas most at risk include Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester. No property flooding is expected. We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 17:04
River Ribble
River levels are high and forecast to rise further on the River Ribble, River Hodder due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ribble, River Hodder, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester. No property flooding is expected. Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the evening. We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 15:04
River Ribble
River levels are remaining high on the River Ribble, River Hodder. Areas most at risk include Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester. Flooding is possible at Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester from 08:00 AM on 14/11/2023. Further rainfall is forecast 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 15/11/2023, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 07:46
River Ribble
River levels are remaining high on the River Ribble, River Hodder due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester. Flooding is possible at Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester from 08:00 AM on 14/11/2023. Further rainfall is forecast this morning. 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 03:00 PM on 14/11/2023, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 20:51
River Ribble
River levels are rising steadily on the River Ribble, River Hodder. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ribble, River Hodder, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester. Flooding is possible at Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester from 09:00 PM on 13/11/2023. Further rainfall is forecast overnight. River levels are expected to remain high. We will continue to monitor levels closely. 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 09:00 AM on 14/11/2023, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 6 Oct 2023 07:13
River Ribble
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 10 Jan 2023 19:16
River Ribble
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.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 17:31
River Ribble
River levels are high on the River Ribble, River Hodder due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester. Further rainfall showers are forecast this evening. River levels are expected to remain high but steady. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. We are clearing debris from weed screens 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 tomorrow morning on 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 11:29
River Ribble
River levels have risen on the River Ribble, River Hodder due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester from 06:30 AM on 20/02/2022. Further rainfall is forecast this afternoon. River levels are expected to remain high. Our incident rooms are open and we are 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 this evening on 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 19:09
River Ribble
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Ribble, River Hodder due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible from 06:30 AM on 20/02/2022. Further rainfall is forecast throughout Sunday afternoon. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 12:00 PM on 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 5 Feb 2022 20:58
River Ribble
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Ribble, River Hodder due to heavy rainfall. River levels will be at their highest between 10:00 PM on 05/02/2022 and 10:00 AM on 06/02/2022. Areas most at risk include Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester. Further rainfall is forecast overnight. We are clearing debris from weed screens in the area. 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 06/02/2022, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2021 17:27
River Ribble
River levels will rise steadily on the River Ribble, River Hodder due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester. Flooding is possible at Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester from 08:00 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.

Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2021 08:16
River Ribble
River levels have risen on the River Ribble and River Hodder due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected at Rivers Ribble, Hodder and other watercourses, from Settle to Samlesbury including Clitheroe, Gisburn, Sawley, Waddington and Ribchester from 08:00 AM on 01/11/2021. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the morning. River levels are expected to remain high. 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 07:00 PM on 01/11/2021, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 23:51
River Ribble
River levels have risen at the Low Moor river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible until Thursday morning 21/01/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday morning 21/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing weed screens and checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated on Thursday morning, 21/01/21, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 08:43
River Ribble
River levels have risen at the Low Moor river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible until Thursday morning 21/01/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast throughout Wednesday 20/01/21. We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday morning 21/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing weed screens and checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated this evening, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 19:37
River Ribble
River levels are rising at the Low Moor river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible until Thursday morning 21/01/21. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast through to Wednesday morning 20/01/21. We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday morning 21/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing weed screens and checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 09:01
River Ribble
River levels are rising at the Low Moor river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is expected to begin between 17:00 today 19/01/21 and tomorrow, 20/01/21 affecting low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 36 hours. We expect river levels to remain high until Thursday evening 20/01/21. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are clearing weed screens and checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near rivers and avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 17:27
River Ribble
A prolonged period of heavy rain from the evening of Monday 18th January to Wednesday 20th January will cause river levels to rise and consequently flooding of property or roads and farmland is possible. Areas affected are low lying land and roads in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. We expect river levels to remain high over the next couple of days and due to peak in the early hours of Wednesday 20th January. 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 Tuesday 19th January or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 21:05
River Ribble
River levels have begun to fall but remain high at the Low Moor river gauge as a result of the recent rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas affected include low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. There is the chance of further sporadic heavy showers overnight, however we are not currently expecting flood warning levels to be reached. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated on Tuesday, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 12:22
River Ribble
River levels are high but steady at the Low Moor river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas affected include low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. River levels have peaked and will remain steady, however further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. 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 1 Nov 2020 20:15
River Ribble
River levels have risen at the Low Moor river gauge as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible between 21:00 and 23:30 today, 01/11/20. Low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester may be affected. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. 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 checking defences. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 02/11/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 19:26
River Ribble
River levels remain high at the Gisburn river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible this evening, 24/02/20. Areas affected include low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. We expect river levels to remain high into the early hours of 25/02/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. This information will be updated in the morning, 25/02/20 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 13:31
River Ribble
River levels have risen at the Low Moor river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible between 13:30 and 18:00 today, 24/02/20. Areas affected include low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries.

Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 22:44
River Ribble
River levels remain high at the Low Moor river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall, with further rainfall expected overnight. Consequently, flooding of properties, roads and farmland is possible this evening 22/02/2020, affecting low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and have erected temporary flood barriers at Ribchester and Billington. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated Sunday morning, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes

Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 12:02
River Ribble
River levels have fallen but remain high at Gisburn and surrounding areas as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding is still possible today, 22/02/20 until 17:00. Areas affected include low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. Periods of further heavy rainfall are forecast tonight and until Monday 24/02/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this evening, 22/02/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 22:41
River Ribble
River levels continue to rise at river gauges across the Ribble and Hodder catchments as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding is still possible today, 21/02/20 until midday tomorrow, 22/02/20. Areas affected include low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. River Ribble levels as Ribchester are currently forecast to peak at 4.6m at 01:00, 22/02/20. Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend with the main rainfall on Sunday 23/02/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/02/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 17:02
River Ribble
River levels are rising and forecast to continue to rise at the Low Moor river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 18:30 today, 21/02/20. Areas affected include low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. We expect river levels to rise until midnight on 21/02/20 - 22/02/2020. Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/02/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 12:18
River Ribble
River levels are high but steady at the Low Moor river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall today, Thursday 20/02/20. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. This may affect low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. No further rainfall is forecast. River levels have peaked and will remain steady, with no further rise forecasted. 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.

Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 05:25
River Ribble
River levels have risen at the Low Moor river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of properties, roads and farmland is possible from 07:00, 20/02/2020, affecting low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and have erected temporary flood barriers at Ribchester and Billington. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated Thursday Lunch time, 20/02/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2020 21:07
River Ribble
River levels have risen at the Low Moor river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of properties, roads and farmland is possible from 07:00 tomorrow, 20/02/2020, affecting low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and have erected temporary flood barriers at Ribchester and Billington. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 20/02/2020, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 00:00
River Ribble
River levels are forecast to rise at the Low Moor river gauge as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester are at risk. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. We expect river levels to remain high until 08:00 on 16/02/20. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. 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.

Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 17:28
River Ribble
River levels are forecast to rise at the Low Moor river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. Consequently, there is a risk of flooding from rivers and from surface water. Low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries.

Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 10:41
River Ribble
River levels are forecast to rise at the Low Moor river gauge as a result of heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. Consequently, there is a risk of flooding from rivers and from surface water. Low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. Heavy rainfall is expected to continue until 8 am on Sunday 16 February. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Temporary flood defences have been deployed at Billington and Ribchester. 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 as the situation develops.

Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 10:54
River Ribble
River levels remain high but are beginning to fall at the Gisburn river gauge as a result of Storm Ciara. Consequently, the risk of further flooding is reducing. Areas effected may include low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. River levels have now fallen below the flood risk threshold. We are closely monitoring the situation from the Environment Agency incident room. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated this afternoon, 10/02/20, or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 21:28
River Ribble
We expect river levels to reduce overnight Sunday 09/02/20 We are closely monitoring the situation in our Incident Room. Our incident response staff are checking defences and clearing weed screens. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Monday Morning 10/02/20 or as the situation changes.

Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 06:04
River Ribble
River levels have risen overnight at the Low Moor river gauge as a result of Storm Ciara. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible on Sunday 09/02/20 to low lying land in Settle, Barnoldswick, Bolton by Bowland, Sawley, Clitheroe, Slaidburn, Dunsop Bridge, Chipping and Ribchester. High river levels are possible on the Rivers Ribble and Hodder, Stock Beck, River Loud, Mearley Brook, Pimlico Brook and their tributaries. We expect river levels to remain high until early afternoon on Sunday 09/02/20. We are closely monitoring the situation in our Incident Room. Our incident response staff are checking defences and clearing weed screens. 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.