Flood Warning Info - River Wiske at Kirby Wiske
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Properties in Kirby Wiske.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 2 Jan 2025 06:54
River Swale, River Wiske
Levels on the River Wiske have peaked following recent heavy rainfall. Levels remain high and flooding is expected today, Thursday 02/01/2025. Areas most at risk are properties and low-lying land near watercourses in Kirby Wiske. No further significant rainfall is expected today but levels will remain high throughout the morning. We are closely monitoring the situation. Put your flood plan into action. 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 16:00 on Thursday 02/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Jan 2025 23:37
River Swale, River Wiske
Levels on the River Wiske are rising, but are expected to peak later tonight following recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are properties and low-lying land near watercourses in Kirby Wiske. No further significant rainfall is expected overnight but levels will remain high throughout tomorrow morning. We are closely monitoring the situation. Put your flood plan into action. 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 on Thursday 02/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Jan 2025 16:48
River Swale, River Wiske
River levels are rising on the River Wiske due to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected from 8pm tonight. Areas most at risk are properties in Kirby Wiske, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected. No further significant rainfall is expected overnight but levels may remain high through tomorrow morning. Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Put your flood plan in action. 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 1AM on Thursday 02/01/2025, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Jan 2024 07:39
River Swale, River Wiske
River levels remain high on the River Wiske but are falling following heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha and Jocelyn. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Wiske, with low-lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties in Kirby Wiske. Showers are forecast in the coming days however levels are expected to continue falling on Thursday 25/01/24. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. 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 15:30pm on Thursday 25/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Jan 2024 01:13
River Swale, River Wiske
River levels remain high on the River Swale which is forecast to keep levels on the River Wiske high due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha and Jocelyn. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Wiske, with low-lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties in Kirby Wiske. Showers are forecast in the coming days however levels are expected to fall on Thursday 25/01/24. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. 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 08:00am on Thursday 25/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Jan 2024 18:01
River Swale, River Wiske
River levels remain high on the River Swale which is forecast to keep levels on the River Wiske high due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha and Jocelyn. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Wiske, with low-lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties in Kirby Wiske. No further significant rainfall is forecast today. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. 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 2:00am on Thurssday 25/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Jan 2024 10:56
River Swale, River Wiske
River levels are rising on the River Swale, which is forecast to keep levels on the River Wiske high due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Wiske, with low-lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties in Kirby Wiske. Flooding is affecting properties in Kirby Wiske from 11:00am on Wednesday 24/01/2024. No further significant rainfall is forecast today. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. 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 7:00PM on Wednesday 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Jan 2024 09:21
River Swale, River Wiske
River levels remain high but are gradually decreasing on the River Wiske due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Wiske, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties in Kirby Wiske. Further rainfall associated with Storm Jocelyn is forecast on Tuesday 23/01/2024 and Wednesday 24/01/2024 which will keep levels high. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. 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 5pm on Tuesday 23/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Jan 2024 22:27
River Swale, River Wiske
River levels have risen on the River Swale, which is forecast to keep levels on the River Wiske high due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Wiske, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties in Kirby Wiske. Flooding is affecting properties in Kirby Wiske overnight on Monday 22/01/2024. Further rainfall associated with Storm Jocelyn is forecast on Tuesday 23/01/2024 and Wednesday 24/01/2024 which will keep levels high. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. 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 Tuesday 23/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Jan 2024 18:35
River Swale, River Wiske
River levels have risen on the River Swale, which is forecast to keep levels on the River Wiske high due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Wiske, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties in Kirby Wiske. Flooding is affecting properties in Kirby Wiske overnight on Monday 22/01/2024. Further rainfall associated with Storm Jocelyn is forecast on Tuesday and Wednesday which will keep levels high. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. 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 5:00am on 23/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Jan 2024 11:23
River Swale, River Wiske
River levels are rising on the River Swale, which is forecast to keep levels on the River Wiske high due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Wiske, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties in Kirby Wiske. Flooding is affecting properties in Kirby Wiske from 1:00pm on Monday 22/01/2024. No further significant rainfall is forecast today. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. 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 7:30pm on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Dec 2023 06:23
River Swale, River Wiske
River levels are falling but are still high on the River Wiske due to Storm Gerrit. Areas most at risk include properties in Kirby Wiske. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days and river levels may rise again in response to this. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 02:00pm on Saturday 30/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Dec 2023 20:29
River Swale, River Wiske
River levels are falling but are still high on the River Wiske due to Storm Gerrit. Areas most at risk include properties in Kirby Wiske. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days and river levels may rise again in response to this. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 8:00am on Saturday 30/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Dec 2023 12:44
River Swale, River Wiske
River levels are falling but still high on the River Wiske due to Storm Gerrit. Areas most at risk include properties in Kirby Wiske. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days and river levels may rise again in response to this. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 8:30PM on Friday 29/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Dec 2023 04:19
River Swale, River Wiske
River levels are high but steady on the River Wiske due to Storm Gerrit. Areas most at risk include properties in Kirby Wiske. Further rainfall is forecast over coming days and river levels will remain high as a result of this. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 12:30PM on Friday 29/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Dec 2023 20:54
River Swale, River Wiske
River levels are high but steady on the River Wiske due to Storm Gerrit. Areas most at risk include properties in Kirby Wiske. Flooding will affect properties in Kirby Wiske from 1:00pm on Thursday 28/12/2023. Further rainfall is forecast over coming days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:30am on Friday 29/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Dec 2023 13:25
River Swale, River Wiske
River levels are rising on the River Wiske due to Storm Gerrit. Areas most at risk include properties in Kirby Wiske. Flooding will affect properties in Kirby Wiske from 1:00PM on Thursday 28/12/2023. Further rainfall is forecast over coming days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 9:30PM on Thursday 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Oct 2023 00:33
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood warning remains in force, however river levels have now peaked on the River Wiske at Kirby Wiske and we may remove this warning shortly.
Our incident room is 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 by 08:30 on 22/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Oct 2023 16:15
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood alert remains in force as river levels remain high on the River Wiske at Kirby Wiske due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Access to the bridge may be cut off and properties may begin to flood. Put your flood plan into action. Our incident room is 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 by 00:30 on 22/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Oct 2023 09:16
River Swale, River Wiske
River levels are rising on the River Wiske at Kirby Wiske due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Access to the bridge may be cut off and properties may begin to flood. Put your flood plan into action.
Our incident room is 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 by 16:00 on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Jan 2021 09:30
River Swale, River Wiske
The flood warning for River Swale at Kirby Wiske remains in force. The current river level is now 3.5m. River levels have peaked and are continuing to fall throughout Friday, 22/01/2021. No further significant rainfall is expected in the next 24 hours. Flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible. Areas most at risk are properties adjacent to Kirkby Bridge and Green Lane. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid driving through flood water. Please activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. We are closely monitoring the situation and as levels continue to fall we expect to be able to remove this warning later today.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Jan 2021 01:13
River Swale, River Wiske
The flood warning for River Swale at Kirby Wiske remains in force. The current river level is now 3.8m. River levels have peaked and are expected to fall overnight on Thursday and into Friday, 22/01/2021. No further rainfall is expected in the next 24 hours. Flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible. Areas most at risk are properties adjacent to Kirkby Bridge and Green Lane. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid driving through flood water. Please activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. This message will be updated on Friday morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Jan 2021 16:12
River Swale, River Wiske
The flood warning for River Swale at Kirby Wiske remains in force. The current river level is now 3.96m. River levels have peaked and will remain steady, with no further rise forecasted. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible. No further significant rain is expected today. Areas most at risk are properties adjacent to Kirkby Bridge and Green Lane. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid driving through flood water. Please activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Jan 2021 08:22
River Swale, River Wiske
The flood warning for River Swale at Kirby Wiske remains in force. The current river level is now 3.97m. River levels are forecast to rise throughout today, 21/01/2020, as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected. No further significant rain is expected today. Areas most at risk are properties adjacent to Kirkby Bridge and Green Lane. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid driving through flood water. Please activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Jan 2021 23:25
River Swale, River Wiske
The flood warning for River Swale at Kirby Wiske remains in force. The current river level is now 3.8m. River levels are forecast to rise overnight as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected tonight. Areas most at risk are properties adjacent to Kirkby Bridge and Green Lane. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid driving through flood water. Please activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Jan 2021 15:49
River Swale, River Wiske
The flood warning for River Swale at Kirby Wiske is now in force. The current river level is now 3.60m. River levels are forecast to rise as a result of persistent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected tonight. Areas most at risk are properties adjacent to Kirkby Bridge and Green Lane. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and avoid driving through flood water. Please activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Nov 2020 12:01
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood warning remains in force, as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. The current river level of the River Wiske level at Kirby Wiske is 3.8m and is beginning to peak. The river level of the River Swale at Maunby is 5.73 m and falling gradually on Tuesday 3rd November. Areas most at risk are properties adjacent to Kirby Bridge and Green Lane. 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 monitoring this situation closely and will update this message in 8 hours, or if the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Nov 2020 02:47
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood warning remains in force, as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. The current River Wiske level at Kirby Wiske is 3.8m. The level at Maunby on the River Swale is 5.8m and levels are forecast to remain high through Tuesday 3rd November Areas most at risk are properties adjacent to Kirby Bridge and Green Lane. 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 monitoring this situation closely and will update this message in 8 hours, or if the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Nov 2020 16:33
River Swale, River Wiske
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is expected this evening. Areas most at risk are properties adjacent to Kirkby Bridge and Green Lane
Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days which will keep levels high.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and closely monitoring the forecast.
Please activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 26 Feb 2020 09:08
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood warning remains in force as levels on the Rivers Swale and Wiske remain high, as a result of recent rainfall and snowmelt. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible during Wednesday 26/02/2020. The current level of the River Wiske at Kirby Wiske is 2.8m and levels are expected to continue falling during Wednesday. The risk of property flooding at Kirby Wiske has reduced, however access roads to the village are still at risk.
Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. Our Area Incident Room remains open and incident staff will continue to monitor the situation closely.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Feb 2020 02:33
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood warning for Kirby Wiske remains in force due to high river levels. The level of the River Wiske at Kirby Wiske is at 3m and is falling very slowly. Levels are forecast to remain high throughout Wednesday 26/02/20. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded.
Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2020 18:20
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood warning for Kirby Wiske remains in force due to high river levels. The level of the River Wiske at Kirby Wiske is at 3.32m and is falling very slowly. Levels are forecast to remain high through into Wednesday 26/02/20. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2020 08:34
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood warning for Kirby Wiske remains in force due to high river levels. The level of the River Wiske at Kirby Wiske is at 3.2m and is forecast to rise through Tuesday 25/02/20. Levels are forecast to peak under 3.75m on Tuesday evening 25/02/20. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2020 00:19
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood warning for Kirby Wiske remains in force due to high river levels. The current River Wiske level at Kirby Wiske is at 2.7m and will remain at this level throughout the night and into Tuesday 25/02/20. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2020 16:27
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood warning for Kirby Wiske remains in force due to high river levels. The current River Wiske level at Kirby Wiske is at 2.87m and is beginning to rise in response to overnight snow and rainfall. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2020 08:23
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood warning for Kirby Wiske remains in force due to high river levels in response to recent and continuing rainfall. The current River Wiske level at Kirby Wiske is at 3.1m and continuing to fall, but levels will remain through Monday 24/02/2020.. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Our Area Incident Room remains open. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2020 00:27
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood warning for Kirby Wiske remains in force due to high river levels in response to recent and continuing rainfall. The current River Wiske level at Kirby Wiske is at 3.4m and falling slowly. Levels will remain high overnight into Monday 24/02/2020. Further rainfall is expected tonight and into Monday morning, and so river levels may rise accordingly. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Our Area Incident Room remains open. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2020 17:21
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood warning for Kirby Wiske remains in force due to high river levels in response to recent and continuing rainfall. The current River Wiske level at Kirby Wiske is steady at 3.5m. Levels will remain high through the night, and into Monday 24/02/2020. Further bands of rainfall are expected tonight and into tomorrow morning, and so river levels may rise and fall accordingly. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Our Area Incident Room remains open. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2020 10:03
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood warning for Kirby Wiske remains in force due to high river levels in response to recent and continuing rainfall. The current River Wiske level at Kirby Wiske is steady at 3.6m. Levels will remain high throughout Sunday 23/02/2020. Further bands of rainfall are expected over the next few days and we expect river levels to rise and fall accordingly. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Our Area Incident Room remains open. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2020 01:37
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood warning for Kirby Wiske remains in force due to high river levels in response to recent and continuing rainfall. The current River Wiske level at Kirby Wiske is steady at 3.8m. Levels will remain high overnight into Sunday 23/02/2020. Further bands of rainfall are expected over the next few days and we expect river levels to rise and fall accordingly. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Our Area Incident Room remains open. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2020 17:54
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood warning for Kirby Wiske remains in force due to high river levels in response to recent and continuing rainfall. The current River Wiske level at Kirby Wiske is 3.6m and expected to peak this evening. Further bands of rainfall are expected over the next few days and we expect river levels to rise and fall accordingly. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2020 13:11
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood warning for Kirby Wiske remains in force due to high river levels in response to recent rainfall overnight on Friday (21/02/2020). The current River Wiske level at Kirby Wiske is 3.2m. We expect the level to exceed 4m around 16:00 on Saturday (22/02/20). We expect property flooding at this level. Further bands of rainfall are expected over the next few days and we expect river levels to rise and fall accordingly. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2020 10:56
River Swale, River Wiske
This flood warning for Kirby Wiske is in force due to high river levels in response to recent rainfall overnight on Friday (21/02/2020). The current River Wiske level at Kirby Wiske is 2.7m. We forecast the river level to reach 3m in the early afternoon and continue to rise into the early evening. Further bands of rainfall are expected over the next few days and we expect river levels to rise and fall accordingly. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.