Flood Warning Info - River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith
Area Description
Properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park.
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 26 Nov 2024 08:17
River Ouse
River levels in York have peaked following recent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Bert. Flooding of properties and low lying land is expected to continue during Tuesday 26/11/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, and land at St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. No significant rainfall is expected for the next couple of days. The river is expected to continue falling slowly during Tuesday. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, drive or cycle through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 4pm on Tuesday 26/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Nov 2024 23:22
River Ouse
River levels in York have peaked, following recent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Bert. Flooding of properties and low lying land is expected overnight into, Tuesday 26/11/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, and land at St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. River levels have peaked and have begun to fall slowly through the rest of tonight into tomorrow, Tuesday 26/11/2024. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Start acting on your flood plan. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, drive or cycle through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 8am on Tuesday 26/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Nov 2024 15:50
River Ouse
River levels in York are now at their peak following recent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Bert. Flooding of properties and low lying land is expected today, Monday 25/11/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, and land at St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. River levels are at their peak and will begin to fall slowly through the rest of today, Monday 25/11/2024. We are operating the Foss Barrier and we have closed flood gates through York. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Start acting on your flood plan. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, drive or cycle through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 12am on Tuesday 26/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Nov 2024 07:54
River Ouse
River levels are continuing to rise in response to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Bert. Flooding of properties and low lying land is expected today, Monday 25/11/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, and land at St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. River levels will continue to rise and peak today, Monday 25/11/024. The Foss Barrier is in operation and we have closed flood gates through York. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Start acting on your flood plan. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, drive or cycle through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 4pm on Monday 25/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Nov 2024 23:21
River Ouse
River levels are continuing to rise in response to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Bert. Flooding of properties and low lying land is expected overnight, Monday 25/11/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, and land at St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Showers are expected tomorrow, Monday 25/11/2024. River levels will continue to rise and peak on Monday. The Foss Barrier is in operation and we have closed flood gates through York. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Start acting on your flood plan. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, drive or cycle through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 8am on Monday 25/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Nov 2024 19:34
River Ouse
River levels are rising in response to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Bert. Flooding of properties and low lying land is expected from 3am tomorrow, Monday 25/11/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, and land at St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park.
Showers are expected today and tomorrow, Monday 25/11/2024. River levels will continue to rise and peak at 3.7m, at midday on Monday at York Viking. The Foss Barrier is in operation and we have closed flood gates through York. We continue to monitor levels closely. Start acting on your flood plan.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, drive or cycle through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 3:30am on Monday 25/11/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 24 Nov 2024 19:32
River Ouse
River levels are rising in response to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Bert. Flooding of properties and low lying land is expected from 3am tomorrow, Monday 25/11/2024. Flooding is forecast to affect properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, and land at St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park.
Showers are expected today and tomorrow, Monday 25/11/2024. River levels will continue to rise and peak at 3.7m, at midday on Monday at York Viking. The Foss Barrier is in operation and we have closed flood gates through York. We continue to monitor levels closely. Start acting on your flood plan.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, drive or cycle through flood water. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. This message will be updated by 3:30am on Monday 24/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Sep 2024 09:47
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. We will continue to monitor levels closely. The Foss Barrier is operating on Friday and we have staff checking and closing riverside floodgates where required. The River Ouse is currently expected to peak later on Friday. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 9:00pm on Friday 27/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Sep 2024 20:49
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Further rainfall is forecast tonight, 26/09/2024. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 9am on Friday 27/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Feb 2024 22:01
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse due to recent heavy rainfall. Levels on the River Ouse peaked in York on Monday morning 12/02/2024 and is continuing to fall slowly. There remains a risk of flooding on Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park. 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 8am on Wednesday 14/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Feb 2024 16:01
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse due to recent heavy rainfall. The River Ouse in York has started to fall slowly. There remains a risk of flooding on Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park. 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 12am on Wednesday 14/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Feb 2024 07:59
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse due to recent heavy rainfall. The River Ouse in York has started to fall slowly. There remains a risk of flooding on Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park. 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 4pm on Tuesday 13/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Feb 2024 22:00
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse due to recent heavy rainfall. The River Ouse in York has peaked and has started to fall slowly. There remains a risk of flooding on Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park. 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 8:00am on Tuesday 13/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Feb 2024 15:15
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse due to recent heavy rainfall. The River Ouse in York is currently at its peak and is expected to start to fall slowly later today, Monday 12/02/2024. There remains a risk of flooding on Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. 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 12:00am on Tuesday 13/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Feb 2024 08:04
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse due to recent heavy rainfall. The River Ouse in York is currently at 3.6m and is expected to start to fall slowly later today Monday 12/02/2024. There remains a risk of flooding on Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. 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 4:00 pm on Monday 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Feb 2024 00:08
River Ouse
Levels are continuing to rise on the River Ouse due to recent heavy rainfall. We expect levels in York to peak overnight on Monday morning 12/02/24. Areas most at risk include properties on Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. 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 08:00am on Monday 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Feb 2024 16:25
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 12:30am on Monday 12/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Feb 2024 08:56
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Further rainfall is forecast this morning, 11/02/2024. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 5pm on Sunday 11/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Feb 2024 08:58
River Ouse
River levels on the River Ouse continue to fall slowly. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. River levels are expected to continue falling. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through floodwater. Please consider putting your flood plan into action. We are continuing to monitor the situation.
This message will be updated by 9:00pm on Friday 02/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Feb 2024 20:54
River Ouse
River levels on the River Ouse have now peaked but remain high. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. River levels have now started to fall steadily and this is expected to continue. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through floodwater. Please consider putting your flood plan into action. We are continuing to monitor the situation. This message will be updated by 9:00am on Friday 02/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Feb 2024 08:52
River Ouse
River levels on the River Ouse have now peaked but remain high. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. River levels have now started to fall steadily and this is expected to continue. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through floodwater. Please consider putting your flood plan into action. We are continuing to monitor the situation. This message will be updated by 9:00pm on Thursday 01/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Jan 2024 20:49
River Ouse
River levels on the River Ouse have now peaked but remain high. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. River levels have now started to fall steadily and this is expected to continue overnight and into tomorrow, Thursday 01/02/2024. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through floodwater. Please consider putting your flood plan into action. We are continuing to monitor the situation. This message will be updated by 9:00am on Thursday 01/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Jan 2024 09:00
River Ouse
River levels on the River Ouse are peaking following recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. River levels are expected to start falling later this evening and into tomorrow, Thursday 01/02/2024. Some light rain is forecast for today, Wednesday 31/01/2024. We are closing flood gates through the city and the Foss barrier is in operation. Act 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, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 9:00pm on Wednesday 31/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Jan 2024 21:17
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall on Monday, 29/01/2024. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. We are closing flood gates through the city and the Foss barrier is in operation. Act 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, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 9:00am on Wednesday 31/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Jan 2024 12:52
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall on Monday 29/01/2024. The peak level is expected late in the evening of Tuesday 30/01/2024, and will be lower than the levels seen last Thursday (25/01/2024). Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. We are closing flood gates through the city and the Foss barrier is in operation. Act 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, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 9:00pm on Tuesday 30/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Jan 2024 04:50
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Flooding is expected in these riverside areas from 7:30am, Tuesday 30/01/2024. Further rainfall is forecast today. We are closing flood gates through the city and the Foss barrier is in operation. Act 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 1:00pm on Tuesday 30/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Jan 2024 20:54
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park from 4:00am on Tuesday 30/01/2024. Further rainfall is forecast today. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. 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 Tuesday 30/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Jan 2024 14:24
River Ouse
River levels remain high, but are falling, on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Showers are forecast in the coming days and levels are expected to remain high for a few days. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. 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, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:30PM on Saturday 27/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Jan 2024 07:47
River Ouse
River levels remain high, but are falling, on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Showers are forecast in the coming days and levels are expected to remain high for a few days. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. 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, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 2:30PM on Saturday 27/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Jan 2024 22:30
River Ouse
River levels remain high, but are falling, on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Showers are forecast in the coming days and levels are expected to remain high for a few days. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. 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, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 6:30AM on Saturday 27/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Jan 2024 14:31
River Ouse
River levels remain high, but are falling, on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Showers are forecast in the coming days and levels are expected to remain high for a few days. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. 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, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:30PM on Friday 26/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Jan 2024 07:01
River Ouse
River levels remain high, but are falling, on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Showers are forecast in the coming days and levels are expected to remain high for a few days. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. 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, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 2:30PM on Friday 26/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Jan 2024 22:31
River Ouse
River levels remain high but are falling on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Showers are forecast in the coming days and levels are expected to remain high for a few days. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. 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, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 6:30AM on Friday 26/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Jan 2024 14:28
River Ouse
River levels remain high but have peaked on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Showers are forecast in the coming days and levels are expected to remain high for a few days. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. 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, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:30PM on Thursday 25/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Jan 2024 07:30
River Ouse
River levels remain high and are peaking on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha and Jocelyn. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Showers are forecast in the coming days and levels are expected to remain high for a few days. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. 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, cycle 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 01:01
River Ouse
River levels are high on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha and Jocelyn, and are expected to rise a little further overnight and peak into Thursday morning 25/01/24. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. 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, cycle 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 16:56
River Ouse
River levels are high on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha and Jocelyn, and are expected to rise further today, Wednesday 24/01/24. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. 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, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 1:15am on Thursday 25/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Jan 2024 09:23
River Ouse
River levels are high on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha, and are expected to rise further today, Wednesday 24/01/24, following Storm Jocelyn. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St. George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. 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, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 5:15PM on Wednesday 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Jan 2024 01:18
River Ouse
River levels are high on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha, and are expected to rise further from around 5am on Wednesday 24/01/24 following Storm Jocelyn. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. 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, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 09:15 AM on 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Jan 2024 17:12
River Ouse
River levels are peaking on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. River levels in York are expected to remain high into tomorrow, Wednesday 24/01/2024 and rise further in response to further rainfall today associated with Storm Jocelyn. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. 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 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Jan 2024 08:21
River Ouse
River levels are steadily rising on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. River levels in York are expected to peak on the morning of Tuesday 23/01/24. Further rainfall is forecast on the upper catchments over the coming days. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. 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 5:00pm on 23/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Jan 2024 20:59
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. River levels in York are expected to peak on the morning of Tuesday 22/01/24. Further rainfall is forecast on the upper catchments over the coming days. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. 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 9:00am on 23/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Jan 2024 13:15
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Isha. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park from 05:30pm on Monday 22/01/2024. Further rainfall is forecast on the upper catchments over the coming days. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. 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 9:00pm on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Jan 2024 09:28
River Ouse
River levels at the York Viking Recorder are falling slowly but remain high due to recent rainfall associated with Storm Henk. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around properties and land along Queen's Staith, including South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Levels are expected to continue falling today. Our incident room remains open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Riverside floodgates remain closed and the Foss Barrier is operational. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 5:30PM on Sunday 07/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Jan 2024 01:14
River Ouse
River levels at the York Viking Recorder are falling slowly but remain high due to recent rainfall associated with Storm Henk. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around properties and land along Queen's Staith, including South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Levels are expected to remain high for a few days but to continue falling. Our incident room remains open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Riverside floodgates remain closed and the Foss Barrier is operational. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9:30AM on Sunday 07/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2024 17:20
River Ouse
River levels at the York Viking Recorder are falling slowly but remain high due to recent rainfall associated with Storm Henk. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around properties and land along Queen's Staith, including South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Levels are expected to remain high for a few days but to continue falling. Our incident room remains open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Riverside floodgates remain closed and the Foss Barrier is operational. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 1:30AM on Sunday 07/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2024 09:17
River Ouse
River levels at the York Viking Recorder are falling slowly but remain high due to recent rainfall associated with Storm Henk. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around properties and land along Queen's Staith, including South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Levels are expected to remain high for a few days but to continue falling. Our incident room remains open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Riverside floodgates remain closed and the Foss Barrier is operational. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 5:30PM on Saturday 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Jan 2024 01:11
River Ouse
River levels at the York Viking Recorder are falling slowly but remain high due to recent rainfall associated with Storm Henk. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around properties and land along Queen's Staith, including South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Levels are expected to remain high for a few days but to continue falling. Our incident room remains open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Riverside floodgates remain closed and the Foss Barrier is operational. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9:30AM on Saturday 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Jan 2024 17:08
River Ouse
River levels at the York Viking Recorder are falling slowly but remain high due to recent rainfall associated with Storm Henk. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around properties and land along Queen's Staith, including South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Levels are expected to remain high for a few days but to continue falling. Our incident room remains open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Riverside floodgates remain closed and the Foss Barrier is operational. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 1:30AM on Saturday 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Jan 2024 09:30
River Ouse
River levels at the York Viking Recorder are falling slowly but remain high due to recent rainfall associated with Storm Henk. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around properties and land along Queen's Staith, including South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Levels are expected to remain high for a few days but to continue falling. Our incident room remains open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Riverside floodgates remain closed and the Foss Barrier is operational. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 5:30PM on Friday 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Jan 2024 01:10
River Ouse
River levels at the York Viking Recorder are falling slowly but remain high due to recent rainfall associated with Storm Henk. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around properties and land along Queen's Staith, including South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Levels are expected to remain high for a few days but to continue falling. Our incident room remains open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9:30AM on Friday 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 17:34
River Ouse
River levels at the York Viking Recorder remain high due to recent rainfall associated with Storm Henk, falling on a wet catchment. The river level has peaked and has now begun to fall. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around Properties and land along Queen's Staith, including South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park . Further light showers are forecast over the coming days and we expect levels to remain high. Our incident room remains open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 1:30AM on Friday 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 09:23
River Ouse
River levels at the York Viking Recorder remain high due to recent rainfall associated with Storm Henk, falling on a wet catchment. The river level has peaked and should begin to slowly drop through today, Thursday 04/01/2024. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse in York, particularly around properties and land from Scarborough Bridge to Millennium Bridge and King's Staith. Further showers are forecast over the coming days and we expect levels to remain high. Our incident room remains open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 5:30PM on Thursday 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 01:34
River Ouse
River levels at York Viking Recorder remain high due to recent rainfall associated with Storm Henk, falling on a wet catchment. The river level has peaked and should begin to slowly drop through the morning, Thursday 04/01/2024. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse in York, particularly around properties and land from Scarborough Bridge to Millennium Bridge and King's Staith. Further showers are forecast over the coming days and we expect levels to remain high. Our incident room remains open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 09:30 AM on Thursday 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Jan 2024 17:43
River Ouse
River levels at York Viking Recorder on the River Ouse remain high due to recent rainfall associated with Storm Henk, falling on a wet catchment. The river is beginning to peak and should begin to slowly drop tonight, Wednesday 03/01/2024. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse in York, particularly around properties and land at St. George's Field and Queen's Staith. Further showers are forecast over the coming days and we expect levels to remain high. Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 01:45 AM on Thursday 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Jan 2024 09:43
River Ouse
River levels at York Viking Recorder on the River Ouse are slowly rising due to recent rainfall associated with Storm Henk falling on a wet catchment. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse in York, particularly around properties and land at St. George's Field and Queen's Staith. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days and we expect levels to remain high. Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 05:45PM on Wednesday 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Jan 2024 01:43
River Ouse
River levels at York Viking Recorder on the River Ouse are slowly rising due to recent rainfall associated with Storm Henk falling on a wet catchment. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse in York, particularly around properties and land at St. George's Field and Queen's Staith. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days and we expect levels to remain high. Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving 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 Wednesday 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Jan 2024 17:58
River Ouse
River levels at York Viking Recorder on the River Ouse are slowly rising due to recent rainfall. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse in York, particularly around properties and land at St. George's Field and Queen's Staith. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 02:00am on Wednesday 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Jan 2024 10:00
River Ouse
River levels have peaked at York Viking Recorder but are expected to remain high on Tuesday 02/01/2024 due to recent rainfall. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse in York, particularly around properties and land at St. George's Field and Queen's Staith. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 6:00pm on Tuesday 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Jan 2024 01:43
River Ouse
River levels have peaked at York Viking Recorder but are expected to remain high on Tuesday 02/01/2024 due to recent rainfall. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse in York, particularly around properties and land at St. George's Field and Queen's Staith. Further rainfall is forecast overnight and over the coming days. Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10:00am on Tuesday 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Jan 2024 17:59
River Ouse
River levels have peaked at York Viking Recorder but are expected to remain high on Monday 01/01/2024 and Tuesday 02/01/2024 due to recent rainfall. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse in York, particularly around properties and land at St. George's Field and Queen's Staith. Further rainfall is forecast overnight and over the coming days. Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 2:00am on Tuesday 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Jan 2024 10:57
River Ouse
River levels have peaked at York Viking Recorder but are expected to remain high on Monday 01/01/2024 due to recent rainfall. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse in York, particularly around properties and land at St. George's Field and Queen's Staith. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 7:00pm on Monday 01/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Jan 2024 02:54
River Ouse
River levels have peaked at York Viking Recorder and remain high. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse in York, particularly around properties and land at St. George's Field and Queen's Staith. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 11:00am on Monday 01/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Dec 2023 18:45
River Ouse
River levels have peaked at York Viking Recorder and remain high. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse in York, particularly around properties and land at St. George's Field and Queen's Staith. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 3:00am on Monday 01/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Dec 2023 10:47
River Ouse
River levels have peaked at York Viking Recorder and levels are slowly falling. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse in York, particularly around properties and land at St. George's Field and Queen's Staith. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 7:00pm on Sunday 31/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Dec 2023 02:39
River Ouse
River levels have peaked at York Viking Recorder and levels are slowly falling. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse in York, particularly around properties and land around St George's Field and Queens Staith. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 11:00am on Sunday 31/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Dec 2023 19:15
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse due to Storm Gerrit. River levels have peaked at York Viking Recorder and levels are slowly falling. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low-lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties at lower levels on Skeldergate, Tower Street near Tower Gardens and properties on Cumberland Street. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 3:00am on Sunday 31/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Dec 2023 11:14
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse due to Storm Gerrit. River levels have peaked at York Viking Recorder and levels are slowly falling. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low-lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties at lower levels on Skeldergate, Tower Street near Tower Gardens and properties on Cumberland Street. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 7:00PM on Saturday 30/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Dec 2023 06:40
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low-lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties at lower levels on Skeldergate, Tower Street near Tower Gardens and properties on Cumberland Street. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 3:00PM on Saturday 30/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Dec 2023 22:49
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low-lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties at lower levels on Skeldergate, Tower Street near Tower Gardens and properties on Cumberland Street. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 7:00AM on Saturday 30/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Dec 2023 14:53
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low-lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties at lower levels on Skeldergate, Tower Street near Tower Gardens and properties on Cumberland Street. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 11:00pm on Friday 29/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Dec 2023 07:01
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the week and weekend. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. The Foss Barrier is in operation. 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 3:15PM on Friday 29/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Dec 2023 23:01
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the week and weekend. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. The Foss Barrier is in operation. 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 7:15AM on Friday 29/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Dec 2023 15:24
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park from 11:00am on Thursday 28/12/2023. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the week. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. The Foss Barrier is in operation. 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 11:15pm on Thursday 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Dec 2023 07:15
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park from 11:00AM on Thursday 28/12/2023. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the morning. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. The Foss Barrier is in operation. 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 3:30PM on Thursday 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 14 Dec 2023 08:01
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the upper River Ouse due to recent rainfall. The river level at the York Viking recorder is currently around 3.35m and falling. Flooding is affecting locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park. Our riverside defences remain in place, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. We continue to monitor the forecast and river levels. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. This message will be updated by 04:00pm on Thursday 14/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Dec 2023 23:51
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the upper River Ouse due to recent rainfall. The river level at the York Viking recorder is currently around 3.5m and falling. Flooding is affecting locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park. Our riverside defences remain in place, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. We continue to monitor the forecast and river levels. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. This message will be updated by 08:00am on Thursday 14/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Dec 2023 20:02
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the upper River Ouse due to recent rainfall. The river level at the York Viking recorder is currently 3.59m and falling. Flooding is affecting locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park. Our riverside defences remain in place, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. We continue to monitor the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action.
This message will be updated by 04:00am on Thursday 14/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Dec 2023 12:02
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the upper River Ouse due to recent rainfall. The river level at the York Viking recorder is currently 3.7m and falling. Levels will remain high on Wednesday 13/12/2023.
Flooding is affecting locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park.
Our riverside defences remain in place, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. Our incident room is open and we continue to monitor the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action.
This message will be updated by 20:00hrs on Wednesday 13/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Dec 2023 03:52
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the upper River Ouse due to recent rainfall. The river level at the York Viking recorder is currently approximately 3.8m and falling. Levels will remain high as localised showers are forecast overnight into Wednesday 13/12/2023.
Flooding may be affecting locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park.
Our riverside defences remain in place, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. Our incident room is open and we continue to monitor the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 12:00pm on Wednesday 13/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Dec 2023 20:52
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the upper River Ouse due to recent rainfall. The river level at the York Viking recorder is currently 3.92m and falling. Levels will remain high as localised showers are forecasted tonight (12/12/23) and tomorrow, Wednesday (13/12/2023).
Flooding may be affecting locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park.
Our riverside defences remain in place, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. Our incident room is open and we continue to monitor the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 5:00am on Wednesday 13/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Dec 2023 12:01
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Upper River Ouse due to recent rainfall. The river level at the York Viking recorder is currently 4.05m and falling. The river will remain high as further rain is forecast today, Tuesday 12/12/23.
Flooding may be affecting locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park.
Our riverside defences remain in place, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We continue to monitor the forecast.
This message will be updated by 9:00pm on Tuesday 12/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Dec 2023 04:56
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Upper River Ouse due to recent rainfall. The river level at the York Viking recorder is currently 4.16m and falling. The river will remain high as further rain is forecast today, Tuesday 12/12/23. Flooding may be affecting locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park. Our riverside defences remain in place, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We continue to monitor the forecast. This message will be updated by 5:00pm on Tuesday 12/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Dec 2023 16:53
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse due to heavy rainfall. York Viking Recorder is currently just under 4.2m and peaking and will remain high throughout Monday 11/12/2023. Further rainfall is forecast for tomorrow, Tuesday 12/12/23. Flooding may be affecting locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park. Our riverside defences remain in place, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 5:00am on Monday 12/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Dec 2023 08:40
River Ouse
River levels are high on the River Ouse at York in response to recent heavy rainfall. The river is currently peaking at 4.1m, and will remain high throughout today. Further rainfall is forecast for tomorrow. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We continue to monitor the forecast. This message will be updated by 5pm on Monday 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Dec 2023 08:20
River Ouse
River levels are high on the River Ouse at York in response to recent heavy rainfall. The river is currently peaking at 4.1m, and will remain high throughout today. Further rainfall is forecast for tomorrow. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We continue to monitor the forecast. This message will be updated by 12:30pm on Monday 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Dec 2023 04:10
River Ouse
River levels are high on the River Ouse at York in response to recent heavy rainfall. The river is currently peaking just above 4m, and is expected to begin to fall later this morning. No further rain is expected today. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We continue to monitor the forecast. This message will be updated by 12:30pm on Monday 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Dec 2023 20:23
River Ouse
River levels are high on the River Ouse at York in response to recent heavy rainfall. The level at the York Viking recorder is 3.95m, and will rise slowly through Sunday evening 10/12/23, and into Monday morning, 11/12/23. We expect the river to peak in York overnight at a level of around 4m. Further rain is expected this this evening and into Monday. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We continue to monitor the forecast. This message will be updated by 4:30am on Monday 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Dec 2023 17:19
River Ouse
River levels are high on the River Ouse at York in response to recent heavy rainfall. The level at the York Viking recorder is 3.9m, and will rise slowly through Sunday evening 10/12/23, and into Monday morning, 11/12/23. We expect the river to peak in York overnight at a level of around 4m. Further rain is expected this this evening and into Monday. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We continue to monitor the forecast. This message will be updated by 1:30am on Sunday 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Dec 2023 09:24
River Ouse
River levels are high on the River Ouse at York in response to recent heavy rainfall. The level at the York Viking recorder is 3.7m, and will rise slowly through today Sunday 10/12/23, and into Monday morning. We expect the river to peak in York tomorrow morning at a level of 3.9m. Further rain is expected this afternoon. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We continue to monitor the forecast. This message will be updated by 9:30pm on Sunday 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Dec 2023 01:13
River Ouse
River levels are high on the River Ouse at York in response to recent heavy rainfall. The river level at the York Viking recorder is expected to rise further from 04:00am this morning, Sunday 10/12/2023. Further rain is expected this afternoon. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We continue to monitor the forecast. This message will be updated by 9:30am on Sunday 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Dec 2023 17:33
River Ouse
River levels are high on the River Ouse at York in response to recent heavy rainfall. The river level in York at the Viking recorder has peaked at 3.6m, and forecast to remain high throughout Saturday and Sunday. Further rain is expected today and tomorrow. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place. St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We continue to monitor the forecast. This message will be updated by 1:30am on Sunday 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Dec 2023 09:43
River Ouse
River levels are high on the River Ouse at York in response to recent heavy rainfall. The river level in York at the Viking recorder have peaked at 3.6m, and are forecast to fall during Saturday. Further rain is expected today and tomorrow and levels are expected to rise again. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We continue to monitor the forecast.
This message will be updated by 9pm Saturday 09/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Dec 2023 02:27
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse at York in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park Friday into Saturday 09/12/23. Levels in York at the Viking recorder are currently at around 3.6m, and are forecast to fall during Saturday. Further rain is expected on Saturday and Sunday and levels are expected to rise again. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We continue to monitor the forecast. This message will be updated by 10:30am Saturday 09/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Dec 2023 18:34
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse at York in response to recent heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace, Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park from Friday evening 08/12/23 and into Saturday 09/12/23. Levels in York at the Viking recorder are currently around 3.4m, and are forecast to reach 3.5m overnight. Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We continue to monitor the forecast. This message will be updated by 2:30am Saturday 09/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Dec 2023 10:31
River Ouse
This flood warning has been issued as river levels are rising on the River Ouse at York in response to recent heavy rainfall.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park Friday afternoon 08/12/23 and into Saturday 09/12/23.
Levels in York at the Viking recorder are currently around 3.1m, and are forecast to reach 3.6m overnight.
Please monitor local water levels and weather conditions and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. We continue to monitor the forecast.
This message will be updated by 9pm Friday 08/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Nov 2023 07:58
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. Levels in York at the Viking recorder are currently around 3m. Levels have now peaked and we expect them to continue to fall slowly today, Tuesday 21/11/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Please monitor local water levels and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 8pm on 21/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Nov 2023 21:10
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith on South Esplanade, Friar's Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field car parks and Rowntree Park. Levels in York at the Viking recorder are currently around 3.1m. We expect levels to stay around this today Monday 20/11/23 and begin falling again overnight. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Please monitor local water levels and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 8am on 21/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Nov 2023 14:55
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. Levels in York at the Viking recorder are currently around 3.1m. We expect levels to stay around this today, Monday 20/11/23 and begin falling again overnight. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Please monitor local water levels and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 11pm on 20/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Nov 2023 06:57
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. Levels in York at the Viking recorder are currently around 3.1m. We expect levels to stay around this today, Monday 20/11/23 and begin falling again overnight. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Please monitor local water levels and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 3pm on 20/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Nov 2023 22:53
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. Levels in York at the Viking recorder are currently around 3.07m. We expect levels to stay around this over the next few days due to further forecast rain. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Please monitor local water levels and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 7am on 20/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Nov 2023 14:56
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. Levels in York at the Viking recorder have risen slightly and are now around 3.05m. We expect levels to stay around this over the next few days and are expected to rise a little further on Monday 20/11/23 due to further forecast rain. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Please monitor local water levels and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 11pm on 19/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Nov 2023 06:48
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. Levels in York at the Viking recorder have started rising again overnight and are now around 3m. We expect levels to stay around this over the next few days and are expected to rise a little further on Monday 20/11/23 due to further forecast rain. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Please monitor local water levels and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 3pm on 19/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Nov 2023 22:55
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. The level in York at the Viking recorder is around 2.9m but expected to rise again overnight before falling slowly. Further showers are forecast over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Please monitor local water levels and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 7am on 19/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Nov 2023 14:43
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall as a result of recent rainfall. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. The level in York at the Viking recorder is around 2.95m. Further rainfall is forecast for the next few days and we expect levels to remain high into Sunday, 19/11/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Please monitor local water levels and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 11pm on 18/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Nov 2023 06:53
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall as a result of Storm Debi. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. The level in York at the Viking recorder is around 3.1m. Further rainfall is forecast for the next few days and we expect levels to rise again this evening into Sunday, 19/11/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Please monitor local water levels and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 3pm on 18/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Nov 2023 22:57
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall as a result of Storm Debi. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. The level in York at the Viking recorder is around 3.35m. Further rainfall is forecast at the weekend and we expect levels to rise again into Sunday 19/11/23. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Please monitor local water levels and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 7am on 18/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Nov 2023 14:56
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall as a result of Storm Debi. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. The level in York at the Viking recorder is around 3.45m and is expected to continue falling today Friday 17/11/2023. Further rainfall is forecast at the weekend and we expect levels to rise again into Sunday 19/11/23. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Please monitor local water levels and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by11pm on 17/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Nov 2023 06:58
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall as a result of Storm Debi. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. The level in York at the Viking recorder is around 3.65m and is expected to continue falling today Friday 17/11/2023. Further rainfall is forecast at the weekend and we expect levels to rise again. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Please monitor local water levels and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 3pm on 17/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Nov 2023 22:55
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall as a result of Storm Debi. Flooding is expected to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. The level in York at the Viking recorder is around 3.85m and is expected to continue falling overnight into Friday 17/11/2023. Further rainfall is forecast at the weekend and we expect levels to rise again. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Please monitor local water levels and put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 7am on 17/11/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Nov 2023 14:51
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall as a result of Storm Debi. Flooding is forecast to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. The level in York at the Viking recorder is around 4m and is expected to continue falling this evening, Thursday 16/11/2023. Further showers are expected over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 11pm on 16/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 16 Nov 2023 06:54
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall as a result of Storm Debi. Flooding is forecast to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. The level in York at the Viking recorder reached around 4.14m overnight and are expected to begin falling this morning, Thursday 16/11/2023. Further showers are expected over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 3pm on 16/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 15 Nov 2023 22:58
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall as a result of Storm Debi. Flooding is forecast to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. The level in York at the Viking recorder is expected to peak between 4.1m and 4.15m overnight and begin falling on Thursday 16/11/2023. Further showers are expected over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 7am on 16/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 15 Nov 2023 20:03
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall as a result of Storm Debi. Flooding is forecast to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. The level in York at the Viking recorder is expected to peak between 4.1m and 4.15m this evening, 15/11/2023. Further showers are expected over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 11pm on 15/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 15 Nov 2023 16:07
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall as a result of Storm Debi. Flooding is forecast to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. The level in York at the Viking recorder is expected to peak at approximately 4.1m this evening, 15/11/2023. Further showers are expected over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 11pm on 15/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 15 Nov 2023 07:42
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall as a result of Storm Debi. Flooding is forecast to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. The current river level in York is 3.7m and forecast to peak this afternoon, 15/11/2023 between 3.8m and 4.0m. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 5pm on 15/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 14 Nov 2023 21:04
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall as a result of Storm Debi. Flooding is forecast to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. The current river level in York is 3.38m and forecast to peak tomorrow afternoon, 15/11/2023 between 3.8m and 4.0m. We will continue to monitor the forecast. The Foss Barrier is being operated. Put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 9am on 15/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 14 Nov 2023 14:11
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall as a result of Storm Debi. Flooding is forecast to affect low lying land, particularly around properties along Queens Staith on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St Georges Field car parks and Rowntree Park. Further rainfall is forecast intermittently throughout the day. We will continue to monitor the forecast. 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 9PM on 14/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Nov 2023 01:45
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciaran. River levels have peaked at the York Viking recorder. River levels are expected to remain high into the weekend. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. Flooding is also expected at St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. The Foss Barrier is operating and floodgates along the river in York have been closed. 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 09:30 on Saturday, 04/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Nov 2023 19:33
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciaran. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. Flooding is also expected at St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. River levels have peaked at York Viking Recorder gauge and are beginning to fall, but river levels are expected to remain high overnight and into the weekend. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. The Foss Barrier is operating and floodgates along the river in York have been closed. 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 on Saturday, 04/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Nov 2023 08:04
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to Storm Ciaran. Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. Flooding is also expected at St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. We expect levels to peak on Friday in York between 3.4 and 3.5 metres. River levels are expected to remain high into the weekend, with further rain showers expected into the weekend. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. The Foss Barrier is operating and floodgates along the river in York have been closed. 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 20:00 on 03/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Nov 2023 05:04
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to Storm Ciaran.
Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. Flooding is also expected at St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park from 05:00 AM on 03/11/2023. We expect levels to peak on Friday in York around 3.5 metres. River levels are expected to remain high into the weekend, with further rain showers expected into the weekend.
Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation.
The Foss Barrier is operating and floodgates along the river in York have been closed.
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 03/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Nov 2023 23:26
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to Storm Ciaran.
Flooding is expected at properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. Flooding is also expected at St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park from 05:30 AM on 03/11/2023. We expect levels to peak on Friday in York between 3.4 and 3.5 metres. River levels are expected to remain high into the weekend, with further rain showers expected into the weekend.
Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation.
The Foss Barrier is operating and floodgates along the river in York have been closed.
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 03/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Oct 2023 17:12
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Levels peaked at 3.6m at York Viking Recorder and are now falling slowly. The current level is 3.1m. Areas most at risk include riverside properties around Queen's Staith, Tower Gardens, St George's Field and Rowntree Park. Further rainfall is forecast for tomorrow. Our duty officers continue to monitor the situation and carry out operational activity as required, including operating the Foss Barrier. Flood gates near the river remain closed. Consider putting your flood plan into action. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 PM on 23/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Oct 2023 08:31
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Levels peaked at 3.6m at York Viking Recorder and are now falling slowly. Areas most at risk include riverside properties around Queen's Staith, Tower Gardens, St George's Field and Rowntree Park. Our duty officers continue to monitor the situation and carry out operational activity as required, including operating the Foss Barrier. Flood gates near the river remain closed. Consider putting your flood plan into action. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 5pm on 23/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Oct 2023 20:31
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Levels peaked at 3.6m at York Viking Recorder and are now falling slowly. Areas most at risk include riverside properties around Queen's Staith, around Tower Gardens and St George's Field and Rowntree Park. Flood gates are closed throughout the city. Our duty officers continue to monitor and we carry out operational activity, including operating the Foss Barrier. Consider putting 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 9am on 23/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Oct 2023 12:38
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Levels are peaking this morning around 3.6m at York Viking Recorder. Areas most at risk include riverside properties around Queen's Staith, around Tower Gardens and St George's Field and Rowntree Park. Flood gates are closed throughout the city. Our incident room is open and we are carrying out operational activity, including operating the Foss barrier. Consider putting 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 8:30 PM on 22/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Oct 2023 05:30
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Levels are peaking this morning around 3.6m at York Viking Recorder. Areas most at risk include riverside properties around Queen's Staith, around Tower Gardens and St George's Field and Rowntree Park. Flood gates are closed throughout the city. Our incident room is open and we are carrying out operational activity, including operating the Foss barrier. Consider putting 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 13:30 on 22/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Oct 2023 21:28
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Levels are expected to reach up to 3.5m at York Viking Recorder during the early hours of Sunday morning (22/10/2023). Areas most at risk include riverside properties around Queen's Staith, around Tower Gardens and St George's Field and Rowntree Park. Flood gates are closed throughout the city. Our incident room is open and we are carrying out operational activity, including as operating the Foss barrier. Consider putting 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 05:30 on 22/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Oct 2023 12:51
River Ouse
River levels are still rising on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Levels are expected to rise through the rest of the day and reach 3.5m at York Viking Recorder during the early hours of Sunday morning (22/10/2023). Areas most at risk include Riverside properties. Flood gates are closed throughout the city. Our incident rooms are open and we are carrying out operational activity, as well as operating the Foss barrier. Consider putting 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 22:00 on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Oct 2023 04:48
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Levels are expected to rise through the night and reach 3.4m at York Viking Recorder at around 09:30 on Saturday morning (21/10/2023) and will continue to rise through Saturday. Areas most at risk include Riverside properties. Flood gates are closed throughout the city. Our incident rooms are open and we are carrying out operational activity, as well as operating the Foss barrier. Consider putting 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 13:00 on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Oct 2023 21:58
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse in York due to rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Levels are expected to rise through the night and reach 3.4 metres at York Viking Recorder at around 0600 on Saturday morning (21/10/2023) but will continue to rise through Saturday. Areas most at risk include Riverside properties. Flood gates are closed throughout the city and the Foss Barrier is ready to operate. 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 06:00 am on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Jan 2023 18:13
River Ouse
Flooding is expected in this area. This means properties are at risk of flooding.
Please take action to protect yourself and your property and monitor local weather and river conditions. Avoid contact with, walking or driving through flood water. Consider activating any property flood protection products you may have.
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Flood Warning issued on 19 Nov 2022 20:19
River Ouse
River Ouse levels remain high due to persistent rainfall on 17/11/2022. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, including areas around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Flooding is expected in these riverside areas through York from Friday morning, 18/11/2022 and over the weekend. River levels in York peaked overnight on Friday evening at approximately 3.3m and are slowly falling. The current Ouse level at York Viking Recorder is 3m, and forecast to continue to fall slowly. Despite scattered showers over the weekend and into Monday, river levels are forecast to continue to fall slowly over the next 24 hours. Levels will remain high as water makes its way down from the upper catchments. We are closing riverside flood gates in York. The Foss Barrier is in operation and managing River Foss flows. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 20/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Nov 2022 11:05
River Ouse
River Ouse levels remain high due to persistent rainfall on 17/11/2022. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, including areas around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Flooding is expected in these riverside areas through York from Friday morning, 18/11/2022 and over the weekend. River levels in York peaked overnight on Friday evening at approximately 3.3m and are slowly falling. The current Ouse level at York Viking Recorder is just below 3.2m, and forecast to continue to fall slowly. Despite scattered showers over the weekend and into Monday, river levels are forecast to continue to fall slowly over the next 24 hours. Levels will remain high as water makes its way down from the upper catchments. We are closing riverside flood gates in York. The Foss Barrier is in operation and managing River Foss flows. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. This message will be updated by 9:00 PM on 19/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Nov 2022 21:10
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse due to persistent rainfall on Thursday 17/11/2022. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse including the area around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Flooding is expected in these riverside areas through York from Friday morning, 18/11/2022 and over the weekend. River levels in York are expected to peak late on Friday evening at approximately 3.3m. Friday evening and Saturday are expected to be largely dry; however, levels will remain high as the water makes its way down from the upper catchments. Further rainfall is expected on Sunday and Monday. We are closing riverside flood gates in York. The Foss Barrier is in operation and managing flows associated with the River Foss. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 11:00 AM on 19/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 18 Nov 2022 10:43
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the River Ouse due to persistent rainfall on Thursday 17/11/2022. River levels are rising at the York Viking Recorder gauge. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse including the area around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Flooding is expected in these riverside areas through York from Friday morning, 18/11/2022 and over the weekend. River levels in York are expected to peak late on Friday into Saturday below 3.5m. Friday and Saturday are expected to be largely dry days; however, levels will remain high as the water makes its way down from the upper catchments. We are closing riverside flood gates in York. The Foss Barrier is in operation and managing flows associated with the River Foss. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 10:00 PM on 18/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 17 Nov 2022 20:25
River Ouse
River levels are rising on the river Ouse due to today's heavy rainfall. River levels are rising at the York Viking Recorder gauge. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the river Ouse including the area around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Flooding is expected in these riverside areas through York between the early hours of Friday morning, 18/11/2022 and over the weekend. River levels are expected to peak late on Friday into Saturday. Friday and Saturday are expected to be largely dry days; however, levels will remain high as the water makes its way down from the upper catchments.
We are closing riverside flood gates in York. The Foss Barrier is expected to be operational from tonight, based on current forecasts. Our incident response staff are closing flood gates and checking defences. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 18/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2022 08:55
River Ouse
Levels on the River Ouse are continuing to fall slowly. Flooding remains a risk near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. The forecast is for no further rainfall for the next few days, and we expect levels to continue to fall slowly. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated by 9pM on Friday 25/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2022 21:07
River Ouse
Levels on the River Ouse are continuing to fall slowly. Flooding remains a risk near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. The forecast is for no further rainfall for the next few days, and we expect levels to continue to fall slowly. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated by 9AM on Friday 25/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2022 12:38
River Ouse
Levels on the River Ouse are continuing to fall slowly. Flooding remains a risk near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place, St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. The forecast is for no further rainfall for the next few days, and we expect levels to continue to fall slowly. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated by 9PM on Thursday 24/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2022 20:33
River Ouse
The flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith. The River Ouse has peaked at a level of 4.58m on Tuesday 22/02/22. The river levels are now beginning to fall slowly. Flooding remains a risk near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park also. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated by 9AM on Thursday 24/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2022 12:53
River Ouse
The flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith. The River Ouse has peaked at a level of 4.58m on Tuesday 22/02/22. The river levels are now beginning to fall slowly. Flooding remains a risk near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park also. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated by 9PM on Wednesday 23/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2022 04:20
River Ouse
The flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith. The River Ouse has peaked at a level of 4.58m on Tuesday 22/02/22. The river levels are now beginning to fall slowly. Flooding remains a risk near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park also. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated on Wednesday afternoon 23/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2022 20:45
River Ouse
The flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith. The River Ouse has peaked at a level of 4.58m. We expect the river to remain high overnight and then fall slowly. At flood risk are locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park also. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Wednesday 23/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2022 13:20
River Ouse
The flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith. The river Ouse at York is peaking at a level of 4.58 m. We expect the river to stay at this level for most of today and then fall slowly. At flood risk are locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park also. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated this evening 22/02/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2022 04:27
River Ouse
The flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith. The river Ouse is rising in response to this weekend’s rainfall and is forecast to peak on Tuesday morning, 22/2/2022, at a level of approximately 4.7m - 5m. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park also. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2022 20:32
River Ouse
The flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith. The river Ouse is rising in response to this weekend’s rainfall and is forecast to peak tomorrow morning, Tuesday 22/2/2022 at a level of approximately 4.7m - 5m. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. St George's Field car park and Rowntree Park also. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated by 0900 on Tuesday morning.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2022 13:38
River Ouse
The flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith. The river Ouse is rising in response to this weekend’s rainfall and is forecast to peak tomorrow morning Tuesday 22/2/2022 at a level of approximately 4.5m - 5m. The Foss Barrier is in operation. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Properties along Queen's Staith, on South Esplanade, Friars Terrace and Tower Place. St George's Field carpark and Rowntree Park. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Showers are forecast for Monday and Tuesday. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated on Monday evening, 21/02/2022.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2022 05:47
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as river levels are rising due to recent heavy rainfall in the Dales. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Levels are expected to continue rising during Monday 21/02/2022, with a current peak forecast of around 4.5m on Tuesday morning 22/02/2022. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Showers are forecast for Monday and Tuesday. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated on Monday evening.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Feb 2022 18:11
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith has been issued as levels are rising following recent heavy rain over the upper catchments. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is possible. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is 3.0m and will continue to rise approximately another metre overnight into Monday morning 21/02/22. We will update the forecast details as new information becomes available. Further rain is forecast in the upper catchments which will keep levels high through the next few days and a further significant rise is expected. The Foss Barrier has been lowered this afternoon, 20/02/2022, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated on Monday morning before 9am, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Mar 2021 08:26
River Ouse
The flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith as levels are rising following recent heavy rain over the upper catchments. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is possible. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is 3.17m and not expected to rise much further. We will update the forecast details as new information becomes available. Further rain is forecast in the upper catchments which will keep levels high into the weekend, but at this time no further significant rise is expected. The Foss Barrier has been lowered and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Mar 2021 20:52
River Ouse
The flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith as levels are rising following recent heavy rain over the upper catchments. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is possible. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is 2.8m, with a forecast peak between 3.4 - 3.6m on Friday 12/03/21. We will update the forecast details as new information becomes available. Further rain is forecast in the upper catchments which will keep levels high into the weekend, but at this time no further significant rise is expected. The Foss Barrier has been lowered this afternoon, 11/03/21, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated on Friday morning before 9am, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Mar 2021 17:25
River Ouse
A flood warning has been issued for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith as levels are rising following recent heavy rain over the upper catchments. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is possible. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is 2.56m, with a forecast peak between 3.4-3.8m on Friday 12/03/21. We will update the forecast details as new information becomes available. Further rain is forecast in the upper catchments which will keep levels high into the weekend, but at this time no further significant rise is expected. The Foss Barrier has been lowered this afternoon, 11/03/21, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Feb 2021 06:52
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York – St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force, as levels remain high following recent rainfall and snowmelt on the upper catchment. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is possible. The River Ouse in York peaked at a level of 3.9m, overnight on Sunday 07/02/2021. Whilst river levels continue to fall slowly, they are expected to remain high throughout today, Tuesday 09/02/21. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated on Tuesday evening 09/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Feb 2021 20:26
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York – St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels remain high following recent rainfall and snowmelt on the upper catchment. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is possible. The River Ouse in York has peaked at 3.9m and levels are falling slowly. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated on Tuesday morning 09/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Feb 2021 11:37
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York – St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels remain high following recent rainfall and snowmelt on the upper catchment. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. The River Ouse in York has peaked at 3.9m and levels are expected to continue falling slowly during Monday, 8/2/21. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated on Monday afternoon, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 8 Feb 2021 03:32
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York – St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels remain high following recent rainfall and snowmelt on the upper catchment. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. The River Ouse in York has peaked at 3.9m and will remain high overnight into Monday 08/02/2021. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated in the morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Feb 2021 20:15
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York – St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels remain high following recent rainfall and snowmelt on the upper catchment. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. The River Ouse in York has peaked at 3.9m and will remain high throughout the evening, on Sunday 07/02/2021. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Feb 2021 12:53
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York – St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels remain high following recent rainfall and snowmelt on the upper catchment. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. The River Ouse in York is over 3.8m and is forecast to peak below 3.9m at the York Viking recorder this evening, Sunday 7/2/21. Further rain and snow is forecast over the next few days which will keep river levels high. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 7 Feb 2021 04:03
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York – St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels are rising following recent rainfall and snowmelt on the upper catchment. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. The River Ouse in York is slowly rising and is forecast to reach a level of between 3.7 to 3.9m at Viking on Sunday evening, 07/02/2021. Further rain and snow is forecast over the next few days which will keep river levels high and possibly rise further. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Feb 2021 20:20
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at St George's Field and Queen's Staith in York in York remains in force as levels are rising following recent rainfall and snowmelt. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is possible today, Saturday 06/02/2021 and on Sunday 07/02/2021. The River Ouse in York is forecast to rise slowly overnight into Sunday and reach between 3.7 to 3.9m at the Viking recorder on Sunday evening. Less rain is forecast in the next few days, and river levels are expected to fall slowly from Monday. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates in York are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated on Sunday morning, 07/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Feb 2021 11:18
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York – St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels are rising following recent rainfall and snowmelt. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is possible today, Saturday 06/02/2021. The River Ouse in York is slowly rising and is forecast to reach a level of between 3.7 to 3.9m at Viking on Sunday evening, 7/2/21. Further rain and snow is forecast over the weekend which will keep river levels high and possibly rising further. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and current river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Saturday evening, 06/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 6 Feb 2021 00:32
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York – St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels are rising following recent rainfall and snowmelt. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is possible today, Saturday 06/02/2021. The River Ouse in York is forecast to reach between 3.5 to 3.6m in the early hours of the morning 6/02/2021. Further rain and snow is forecast over the next few days which will keep river levels high and possibly rising further. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates will be closed shortly. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and current river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Saturday morning, 06/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Feb 2021 19:00
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels are rising following recent rainfall and snowmelt. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is possible today, Friday 05/02/2021. The River Ouse in York is forecast to reach between 3.5 to 3.6m in the early hours of Saturday morning, 06/02/2021. Further rain and snow is forecast over the next few days which will keep river levels high and possibly rising further. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates will be closed shortly. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and current river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Feb 2021 11:01
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels are rising following recent rainfall and snowmelt. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is possible today, Friday 05/02/2021. The River Ouse in York is forecast to peak at between 3.5 to 3.6m at Viking around midnight tonight. Further rain and snow is forecast over the next few days which will keep river levels high. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and current river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Friday afternoon, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Feb 2021 00:38
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels are rising following recent rainfall and snowmelt. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is possible today, Friday 05/02/2021. The River Ouse in York is forecast to peak at between 3.2 to 3.3m at Viking today, then slowly fall. Further rain and snow is forecast over the next few days. Early forecasts suggest levels may rise again reaching a similar level as today on Saturday night and into Sunday morning. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and current river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Friday morning, 05/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Feb 2021 19:09
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels are rising following recent rainfall and snowmelt. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is possible overnight and into Friday 05/02/2021. The River Ouse in York is forecast to peak at between 3.2 to 3.3m at Viking overnight then slowly fall. Further rain and snow is forecast over the next few days. Early forecasts suggest levels may rise again reaching a similar level as today on Saturday night and into Sunday morning. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and current river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Thursday evening, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Feb 2021 10:38
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels are rising following recent rainfall and snowmelt. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is possible today and into tomorrow, Friday 05/02/2021. The River Ouse in York is forecast to peak at between 3.2 to 3.3m at Viking this afternoon then slowly fall. Further rain and snow is forecast over the next few days. Early forecasts suggest levels may rise again reaching a similar level as today on Saturday night and into Sunday morning. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and current river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Thursday evening, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Feb 2021 22:44
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith is now in force as levels are rising following recent rainfall and snowmelt. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is possible tonight, Wednesday 03/02/2021. The River Ouse in York is rising and is forecast to rise to around 3.3m to 3.4m on Thursday morning, 04/02/2021. Areas most at risk are properties at St. George's Field. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Thursday morning, 04/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Jan 2021 17:26
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith - remains in force as levels have risen following recent rainfall. The River Ouse in York has peaked and is now slowly falling, on Sunday 31/01/2021. The current level at York Viking recorder is 3.16m. Areas most at risk are properties at St. George's Field. No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours. The Foss Barrier is in operation, and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Sunday evening 31/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Jan 2021 09:45
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith - remains in force as levels have risen following recent rainfall. The River Ouse in York has peaked and is now slowly falling, on Sunday 31/01/2021. The current level at York Viking recorder is 3.35m. Areas most at risk are properties at St. George's Field. No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours. The Foss Barrier is in operation, and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Jan 2021 21:40
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels have risen following recent rainfall. The River Ouse in York has peaked and is now slowly falling, on Saturday 30/01/2021. The current level at York Viking recorder is 3.59m. Areas most at risk are properties at St. George's Field. No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Sunday morning, 31/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Jan 2021 17:55
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels have risen following recent rainfall. The River Ouse in York has peaked and is now slowly falling, on Saturday 30/01/2021. The current level at York Viking recorder is 3.64m. Areas most at risk are properties at St. George's Field. No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Jan 2021 10:24
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels have risen following recent rainfall. The River Ouse in York has now peaked. The current river level at York Viking recorder is 3.7m, on Saturday 30/01/2021. Areas most at risk are properties at St. George's Field. No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Jan 2021 03:49
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels are rising following recent rainfall. The River Ouse in York is expected to reach a level of between 3.6m and 3.9m in the early hours of Saturday morning, 30/01/2021. Areas most at risk are properties at St. George's Field. No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Jan 2021 20:41
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force as levels are rising following recent rainfall. The River Ouse in York is expected to reach a level of between 3.6m and 3.9m in the early hours of Saturday morning,30/01/2021. Areas most at risk are properties at St. George's Field. No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Jan 2021 15:05
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith is now in force as levels are rising following recent rainfall. The River Ouse in York is expected to reach a level of between 3.6m and 3.9m in the early hours of Saturday morning, 30/01/2021. Areas most at risk are properties at St. George's Field. No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Jan 2021 08:11
River Ouse
The flood warning for the river Ouse at St George's Field and Queens Staith remains in force due to high river levels following persistent heavy rainfall. The River Ouse in York peaked on Friday 22/01/2021. Levels remain well above normal but will continue to fall slowly throughout Monday, 25/01/2021. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected later this week. The Foss Barrier is operating and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Jan 2021 00:20
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force due to high river levels following persistent heavy rainfall. The River Ouse in York peaked on Friday 22/01/2021. Levels remain well above normal but will continue to fall slowly on Monday 25/01/2021. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected later this week. The Foss Barrier is operating and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Jan 2021 16:31
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force due to high river levels following persistent heavy rainfall. The River Ouse in York peaked on Friday 22/01/2021. Levels remain well above normal but are continuing to fall today, Sunday 24/01/21. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected next week. The Foss Barrier is operating and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Jan 2021 08:35
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force due to high river levels following persistent heavy rainfall. The River Ouse in York peaked on Friday 22/01/2021 and is continuing to fall slowly. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours, but further unsettled weather is expected next week. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Jan 2021 00:45
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force due to high river levels following persistent heavy rainfall. The River Ouse in York peaked on Friday 22/01/2021 and is continuing to fall slowly. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours, but further unsettled weather is expected next week. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Jan 2021 17:31
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force due to high river levels following persistent heavy rainfall. The River Ouse in York peaked on Friday 22/01/2021 and is falling slowly. Significant rainfall isn’t forecast for the next 24 hours, but further unsettled weather is expected next week. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Jan 2021 10:19
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force due to high river levels following persistent heavy rainfall from Storm Christoph. The River Ouse in York peaked on Friday 22/01/2021. Levels remain well above normal but are continuing to fall. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected next week. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Jan 2021 02:44
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force due to high river levels following persistent heavy rainfall from Storm Christoph. The River Ouse in York peaked on Friday 22/01/2021. Levels remain well above normal but are expected to continue falling over the weekend. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hrs but further unsettled weather is expected next week. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 22 Jan 2021 18:11
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force due to high river levels. Levels in York peaked earlier today, and the level of the River Ouse at York Viking recorder this evening, Friday 21/01/21 is now 4.45m and falling slowly. Levels on the Ouse will remain high, and are expected to remain high throughout the weekend. No further significant rainfall is expected in the next 24 hours, and we currently expect the river to continue to fall slowly over the weekend. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Flood defences are being operated as required. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 22 Jan 2021 12:25
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force due to high river levels. The level at York Viking recorder is 4.6m and is slowly rising. Levels on the Ouse will remain high, and are expected to peak at up to 4.7m at York Viking Recorder, on Friday afternoon, 22/01/2021. No further significant rainfall is expected in the next 24 hours. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Flood defences are being operated as required. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Friday evening, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Jan 2021 05:04
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force due to high river levels. We expect the river Ouse to peak at 4.7 - 4.8m early Friday morning. No further significant rainfall is expected in the next 24 hours. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Warnings are in force in the area and flood defences will be operated as required. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Jan 2021 21:05
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force due to high river levels. The level at York Viking recorder is 4.54m and is rising slowly, following recent rainfall. We expect the river Ouse to peak at 4.7-4.8m early Friday morning. No further significant rainfall is expected today or tomorrow, Friday 22/01/2021.The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please prepare your property, avoid using low lying footpaths and do not walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Jan 2021 13:38
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force due to high river levels. The level at York Viking recorder is 4.59m and is rising slowly, following recent rainfall. We expect the river Ouse to peak at 4.7 - 4.8m early Friday morning. No further significant rainfall is expected today, Thursday 21/01/2021. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please prepare your property, avoid using low lying footpaths and do not walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Jan 2021 05:32
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force due to high river levels. The level at York Viking recorder is 4.2m and is rising slowly, following recent rainfall. We expect the river Ouse to peak at 4.4-4.8m on Thursday 21/01/2021. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast until this morning Thursday 21/01/2021. We expect levels to rise significantly. Please prepare your property, avoid using low lying footpaths and do not walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Jan 2021 21:27
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force due to high river levels. The level at York Viking recorder is 3.88m and is rising slowly, following recent rainfall. We expect the river Ouse to peak at 4.4-4.8m on Thursday 21/01/2021. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast until Thursday 21/01/2021. We expect levels to rise significantly. Please prepare your property, avoid using low lying footpaths and do not walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Jan 2021 13:51
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force due to high river levels. The level at York Viking recorder is 3.63m and is rising slowly, following rainfall on Monday and Tuesday. We expect the river Ouse to peak at 4.4 - 4.8m on Thursday night. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast until Thursday 21/01/2021. We expect levels to rise significantly. Early forecasts indicate potential levels of over 4m later this week. Please prepare your property, avoid using low lying footpaths and do not walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Jan 2021 13:24
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force due to high river levels. The level at York Viking recorder is 3.63m and is rising slowly, following rainfall on Monday and Tuesday. We expect the river Ouse to peak at 4.4-4.8m on Thursday night. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast until Thursday 21/01/2021. We expect levels to rise significantly. Early forecasts indicate potential levels of over 4m later this week. Please prepare your property, avoid using low lying footpaths and do not walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Jan 2021 04:55
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force due to high river levels. The level in York will rise again on Wednesday 20/01/2021, following rainfall on Monday and Tuesday. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast until Thursday 21/01/2021. We expect levels to rise significantly. Early forecasts indicate potential levels of over 4m later this week. Please prepare your property, avoid using low lying footpaths and do not walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Jan 2021 21:06
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith has been issued due to high river levels. The level in York has fallen slightly today, Tuesday 19/01/2021 but will start to rise again overnight into Wednesday following rainfall on Monday night. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast until Thursday 21/01/2021. We expect levels to rise significantly. Early forecasts indicate potential levels of over 4m later this week. Please prepare your property, avoid using low lying footpaths and do not walk, cycle or drive through flood water. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Dec 2020 21:18
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force due to high river levels as a consequence of heavy rain associated with Storm Bella. The River Ouse at York Viking Recorder has peaked and will continue to fall slowly through the night and into Wednesday, 30/12/20. The current level at York Viking is 3.1m. All required flood gates (Scarborough bridge railway walk flood gate) are closed, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Dec 2020 15:55
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force due to high river levels as a consequence of heavy rain associated with Storm Bella. The River Ouse at York Viking Recorder has peaked and will continue to fall slowly through Tuesday 29/12/20. The current level at York Viking is 3.3m. All required flood gates (Scarborough bridge railway walk flood gate) are closed, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Dec 2020 07:19
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force due to high river levels as a consequence of heavy rain associated with Storm Bella. The River Ouse at York Viking Recorder has peaked and will continue to fall slowly through Tuesday 29/12/20. The current level at York Viking is 3.5m. All required flood gates (Scarborough bridge railway walk flood gate) are closed, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Dec 2020 22:35
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force due to high river levels as a consequence of heavy rain associated with Storm Bella. The River Ouse at York Viking Recorder appears to have peaked at about 3.7m, and is expected to stay high overnight on Monday 28/12/2020 before falling slowly through Tuesday. All required flood gates (Scarborough bridge railway walk flood gate) have been closed, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated on Tuesday morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Dec 2020 18:34
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force due to high river levels as a consequence of heavy rain associated with Storm Bella. The River Ouse at York Viking Recorder appears to have peaked at about 3.7m, and is expected to stay high overnight on Monday 28/12/2020 before falling slowly through Tuesday. All required flood gates (Scarborough bridge railway walk flood gate) have been closed, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Dec 2020 11:29
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force due to high river levels as a consequence of heavy rain associated with Storm Bella. The River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is forecast to peak on Monday afternoon, 28/12/2020. All required flood gates (Scarborough bridge railway walk flood gate) have been closed, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Dec 2020 07:55
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith is now in force due to rising river levels as a consequence of heavy rain associated with Storm Bella. The level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is currently 3.5m and rising. The peak is forecast at 3.7m early Monday afternoon. All required flood gates (including the Railway Walk flood gate) have been closed, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Dec 2020 23:36
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith remains in force due to rising river levels as a consequence of heavy rain associated with Storm Bella. The level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is currently 3.3 m and is forecast to rise overnight on Sunday 27/12/2020 into Monday morning 28/12/20, and is expected to peak at approximately 3.7 to 3.8m early Monday afternoon. All required flood gates (including the Railway Walk flood gate) have been closed, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Dec 2020 16:48
River Ouse
The flood warning for the River Ouse at York - St George's Field and Queen's Staith is now in force due to rising river levels as a consequence of heavy rain related to Storm Bella. The level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 2.8m and is forecast to rise through the afternoon and overnight into Monday 28/12/2020. Levels are expected to peak at about 4m at 09:30 on Monday 28/12/2020. The Railway Walk Flood Gate in York has been closed, making Scarborough Bridge inaccessible. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Nov 2020 20:11
River Ouse
This Flood Warning for St George’s Field and Queen’s Staith remains in force as the River Ouse remains high as a result of heavy rainfall in the Dales catchments earlier this week. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is around 3.1m and falling. As levels are forecast to continue falling overnight we expect to be able to remove this warning on Friday morning 6th November. Areas most at risk are around St George’s Field and Queen’s Staith in York, including the St George's Field car park. Please avoid the paths alongside the river in this area and do not drive into flood water. The Foss Barrier is in operation and our incident response staff are checking other defences and monitoring the forecasts. No further significant rainfall is expected over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the situation and update this message on Friday morning or as the situation changes. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Nov 2020 16:44
River Ouse
This Flood Warning for St George’s Field and Queen’s Staith remains in force as the River Ouse remains high as a result of heavy rainfall in the Dales catchments over the last few days. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is around 3.3m, and levels are continuing to fall. Areas most at risk are around St George’s Field and Queen’s Staith in York, including the St George's Field car park. Please avoid the paths alongside the river in this area and do not drive into flood water. The Foss Barrier is in operation and our incident response staff are checking other defences and monitoring the forecasts. No further significant rainfall is expected over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the situation and update this message on Thursday evening or as the situation changes. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Nov 2020 09:09
River Ouse
This Flood Warning for St George’s Field and Queen’s Staith remains in force as the River Ouse remains high as a result of heavy rainfall in the Dales catchments over the last few days. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is 3.6m, and levels are continuing to fall. Areas most at risk are around St George’s Field and Queen’s Staith in York, including the St George's Field car park. Please avoid the paths alongside the river in this area and do not drive into flood water. The Foss Barrier is in operation and our incident response staff are checking other defences and monitoring the forecasts. No further significant rainfall is expected over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the situation and update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Nov 2020 01:08
River Ouse
This Flood Warning for St George’s Field and Queen’s Staith remains in force as the River Ouse remains high as a result of heavy rainfall in the Dales catchments over the last few days. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is 3.9m and will fall during Thursday 5/11/20.
Areas most at risk are around St George’s Field and Queen’s Staith in York, including the St George's Field car park.
Please avoid the paths alongside the river in this area and do not drive into flood water. The Foss Barrier is in operation and our incident response staff are checking other defences and monitoring the forecasts. No further significant rainfall is expected over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the situation and update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Nov 2020 17:23
River Ouse
This Flood Warning for St George’s Field and Queen’s Staith remains in force as the River Ouse remains high as a result of heavy rainfall in the Dales catchments over the last few days. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is 4.1m and will remain around this level during Wednesday 4/11/20, with levels forecast to fall slowly later in the day. Areas most at risk are around St George’s Field and Queen’s Staith in York, including the St George's Field car park. Please avoid the paths alongside the river in this area and do not drive into flood water. The Foss Barrier is in operation and our incident response staff are checking other defences and monitoring the forecasts. No further significant rainfall is expected over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the situation and update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Nov 2020 09:20
River Ouse
This Flood Warning for St George’s field and Queen’s Staith remains in force as the River Ouse remains high as a result of heavy rainfall in the Dales catchments over the last few days. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is 4.2m and will remain around this level during Wednesday 4th November, with levels forecast to fall slowly later in the day. Areas most at risk are around St George’s field and Queen’s Staith in York, including the St Georges field car park. Please avoid the paths alongside the river in this area and do not drive into flood water. The Foss Barrier is in operation and our incident response staff are checking other defences and monitoring the forecasts. No further significant rainfall is expected over the next few days. We will continue to monitor the situation and update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Nov 2020 01:29
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as the River Ouse remains high as a result of heavy rainfall in the Dales catchments over the last few days. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is 4.2m and is expected to peak between 4.2 and 4.3m within the next few hours. Areas most at risk are around St George’s field and Queen’s Staith in York, including the St Georges field car park. Please avoid the paths alongside the river in this area and do not drive into flood water. The Foss Barrier is in operation and our incident response staff are checking other defences and monitoring the forecasts. No further significant rainfall is expected for the next 24 hours. We will continue to monitor the situation and update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Nov 2020 17:52
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as the River Ouse is continuing to rise in response to heavy rainfall in the Dales catchments over the last few days. We expect the river level at the Viking recorder in York to rise slowly throughout today, Tuesday 3rd November, and peak in the early hours on Wednesday morning. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is 4m and the peak level is forecast to be between 4.1 and 4.3m. The areas most at risk are around St George’s field and Queen’s Staith in York, including the St Georges field car park. Please avoid the paths alongside the river in this area and do not drive into flood water. The Foss Barrier is in operation and our incident response staff are checking other defences and monitoring the forecasts. No further significant rainfall is expected for the next 24 hours. We will continue to monitor the situation and update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Nov 2020 09:02
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as the River Ouse is rising in response to heavy rainfall in the Dales catchments. We expect the river level at the Viking recorder in York to rise slowly throughout today, Tuesday 3rd November, and peak at between midnight tonight at 6am on Wednesday morning. The peak level is forecast to be between 3.9m and 4.2m, and we expect to be able to refine this forecast later today. The areas most at risk are around St George’s field and Queen’s Staith in York, including the St Georges field car park. Please avoid the paths alongside the river in this area and do not drive into flood water. The Foss Barrier is in operation and our incident response staff are checking other defences and monitoring the forecasts. No further significant rainfall is expected for the next 24 hours. We will continue to monitor the situation and update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Nov 2020 01:42
River Ouse
This Flood Warning has been issues as the River Ouse responds to heavy rainfall in the Dales catchments. The current level of the River Ouse at the Viking Recorder in York is 3.3m and rising overnight. We currently expect the river to continue rising throughout today, Tuesday 03/11/20, with the potential for levels to reach 4 metres on Wednesday. The areas most at risk are the areas around St Georges field and Queens Staith in York, including the St Georges field car park. Please avoid the paths alongside the river in this area. Our incident response staff are working 24/7 checking defences and monitoring the forecasts. The Foss Barrier is also in operation. No further significant rainfall is expected for the next 24 hours, we will continue to monitor the situation and update this message in 8 hours.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Nov 2020 23:05
River Ouse
This Flood Warning has been issues as the River Ouse responds to heavy rainfall in the Dales catchments. The current level of the River Ouse at the Viking Recorder in York is 3.3m and rising overnight. We currently expect the river to continue rising throughout tomorrow, Tuesday 03/11/20, with the potential for levels to reach 4 metres on Wednesday. The areas most at risk are the areas around St Georges field and Queens Staith in York, including the St Georges field car park. Please avoid the paths alongside in this area. Our incident response staff are working 24/7 checking defences and monitoring the forecasts. The Foss Barrier is also in operation. No further significant rainfall is expected for the next 24 hours, we will continue to monitor the situation and update this message in 8 hours.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Mar 2020 07:57
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as river levels on the Ouse continue to remain high during Tuesday (03/03/20). The current level at the York Viking recorder is 3.05m, and levels are expected to continue falling slowly. No further significant rainfall is expected. We are continuing to monitor the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Mar 2020 20:33
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as river levels on the Ouse continue to remain high overnight Monday 02/03/2020. The current level at the York Viking recorder is 3.25m, and levels are expected to continue to fall slowly into Tuesday 03/03/2020. We are continuing to monitor the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Mar 2020 14:44
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as river levels on the Ouse continue to remain high on Monday 02/03/2020. The current level at the York Viking recorder is 3.32m, and levels are expected to begin to fall slowly later in the day. We are continuing to monitor the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Mar 2020 08:18
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as river levels on the Ouse continue to remain high on Monday 02/03/2020. The current level at the York Viking recorder is 3.36m, and levels are expected to begin to fall slowly later in the day. We are continuing to monitor the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Mar 2020 07:25
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as river levels on the Ouse continue to remain high and will rise slightly following rainfall associated with Storm Jorge. The current level at the York Viking recorder is 3.3m. Levels are expected to rise slightly, reaching a level of around 3.4 to 3.5m in York on Monday morning (02/03/20), before beginning to fall slowly later in the day. We are continuing to monitor the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Mar 2020 23:29
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as river levels on the Ouse continue to remain high and will rise slightly following rainfall associated with Storm Jorge. The current level at the York Viking recorder is 3.3m. Levels are expected to rise slightly overnight into Monday 02/03/20, reaching a level of around 3.4 to 3.5m in York on Monday morning, before beginning to fall slowly later in the day. We are continuing to monitor the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Mar 2020 16:19
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as river levels on the Ouse continue to remain high and will rise slightly following rainfall associated with Storm Jorge. The current level at the York Viking recorder is 3.3m. Levels are expected to rise into Monday 02/03/20, reaching a level of around 3.5m in York on Monday morning. We are continuing to monitor the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Mar 2020 10:07
River Ouse
River levels on the Ouse will continue to remain high and will rise slightly following rainfall associated with Storm Jorge. The current level at the York Viking recorder is 3.3m. Levels are expected to rise from Sunday and into Monday 02/03/20, reaching a level of around 3.5m in York on Monday. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we are monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Mar 2020 09:58
River Ouse
River levels on the Ouse will continue to remain high and will rise slightly following rainfall associated with Storm Jorge. The current level at the York Viking recorder is 3.3m. Levels are expected to rise from Sunday and into Monday 02/03/20, reaching a level of around 3.5m in York on Monday. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we are monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. The flood storage areas are continuing to drain. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 1 Mar 2020 04:35
River Ouse
River levels on the Ouse are rising again, following rainfall associated with Storm Jorge. The current level at the York Viking recorder is 3.28m. Levels are expected to rise on Sunday, reaching a level of around 3.4m in York on Sunday lunchtime and staying high through Monday 02/03/20. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we are monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Feb 2020 20:28
River Ouse
River levels on the Ouse are rising again, following rainfall associated with Storm Jorge. The current level at the York Viking recorder is 3.16m. Levels are expected to rise overnight, reaching a level of around 3.8m in York on Sunday lunchtime and staying high through Monday 02/03/20. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we are monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Feb 2020 13:03
River Ouse
River levels on the Ouse are rising again, following rainfall associated with Storm Jorge. The current level at the York Viking recorder is 3m. Levels are expected to rise during Saturday (29/02/20) reaching a level of around 4m in York on Sunday lunchtime and staying high through Monday. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we are monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Feb 2020 07:12
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 2.9m. Rivers in the upper catchments are responding to recent rainfall and the Ouse will start to rise again today (29/02/2020). We are expecting a peak of approximately 4 metres on Monday (02/03/20) in York. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we are monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving, and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Feb 2020 23:35
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 3.0m, and is expected to continue falling overnight into Saturday (29/2/2020). Persistent rain is forecast from today in the Dales, and we expect this will cause river levels to rise again from Sunday, 01/03/20. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we are monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving, and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Feb 2020 15:37
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 3.2m, and is expected to continue falling throughout Friday 28/02/2020. Persistent rain is forecast from today in the Dales, and we expect this will cause river levels to rise again from Sunday, 01/03/20. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we are monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York, and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving, and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Feb 2020 07:56
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 3.33m and is expected to continue falling throughout Friday 28/02/2020. Persistent rain is forecast from today in the Dales, and we expect this will cause river levels to rise again from Sunday. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Feb 2020 00:52
River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 3.47m and is expected to continue to fall gradually throughout Friday 28/02/2020. Further rain is forecast on Friday and into the weekend and we expect this will cause river levels to rise again. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website.
Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Feb 2020 16:36
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 3.64m and is expected to continue to fall gradually throughout the rest of today and Friday 28/02/2020. Further rain is forecast on Friday and into the weekend and we expect this will cause river levels to rise again. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Feb 2020 08:33
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 3.8m and is expected to continue to fall gradually throughout Thursday 27/02/2020 and Friday 28/02/2020. Further rain is forecast on Friday and into the weekend and we expect this will cause river levels to rise again. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Feb 2020 03:59
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 3.9m and is expected to continue to fall gradually throughout Thursday 27/02/2020 and Friday 28/02/2020. Further rain is forecast on Friday and into the weekend and we expect this will cause river levels to rise again.
Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Feb 2020 20:29
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 4.06m and is falling. The forecast for the River Ouse in York is to continue to fall throughout Thursday and Friday 27/02/2020. Rainfall is then expected towards the weekend which will cause the river to rise again. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Feb 2020 11:31
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 4.25m and falling. The Ouse in York peaked at a level of 4.44m at 19:00 on Tuesday 25/02/20. Levels will remain high during Wednesday 26/02/2020. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads, which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Feb 2020 03:12
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 4.39m and falling. The Ouse in York peaked at a level of 4.44m at 19:00 on Tuesday 25/02/20. Levels will remain high during Wednesday 26/02/2020. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads, which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2020 18:55
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 4.45m. Levels are forecast to peak at around 4.5m overnight, and remain high in to Wednesday 26/02/2020. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads, which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2020 11:52
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high. The level at the Viking Recorder in central York fell to 4.3m on Monday 24/02/20, but will rise through Tuesday following recent rainfall. We currently expect a peak level in York of no higher than 4.7m early on Wednesday morning. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2020 03:16
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high. The level at the Viking Recorder in central York fell to 4.3m on Monday 24/02/20, but will rise through Tuesday following recent rainfall. We currently expect a peak level in York of up to 4.7m early on Wednesday morning. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2020 19:06
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remains high in York as a result of recent rainfall. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 4.4m and is falling slowly. Levels are expected to remain high overnight. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2020 11:19
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remains high in York as a result of recent rainfall. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 4.5m and is expected to peak below 4.6m by late Monday morning 24/02/2020. Levels are forecast to remain high on Monday 24/02/2020. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2020 03:22
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The Ouse will remain high in York as a result of recent rainfall. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 4.4m and is expected to peak below 4.6m by late Monday morning 24/02/2020. Levels are forecast to remain high on Monday 24/02/2020. Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, which may cause levels to rise. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2020 20:49
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level on the River Ouse at the Viking Recorder is 4.4m. Levels will remain high overnight and into Monday 24/02/20. Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, which will cause levels to rise and fall. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website.. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2020 12:04
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level on the River Ouse at the Viking Recorder is 4.3m and will continue to rise on Sunday 23/02/2020, peaking between 4.4m and 4.5m on Sunday evening. Further bands of rain are expected over the next few days, which will cause levels to rise and fall. A further peak is expected on Monday evening 24/02/2020, around similar levels to Sunday, or slightly higher. We will be monitoring the forecast closely and will keep this message up to date with the latest information. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Our Area Incident Room remains open. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2020 04:17
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level on the River Ouse at the Viking Recorder is 4m and will continue to rise on Sunday 23/02/2020, peaking at 4.5m on Sunday afternoon. Further bands of rain are expected over the next few days, which will cause levels to rise and fall accordingly. We will be monitoring the forecast closely and will keep this message up to date with the latest information. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Our Area Incident Room remains open. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2020 03:33
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level on the River Ouse at the Viking Recorder is 4m and will continue to rise on Sunday 23/02/2020, peaking between 4.2m and 4.5m on Sunday afternoon. Further bands of rain are expected over the next few days, which will cause levels to rise and fall accordingly. The level at Naburn is currently 3.30m We will be monitoring the forecast closely and will keep this message up to date with the latest information. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Our Area Incident Room remains open. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded . This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2020 20:50
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level on the River Ouse at the Viking Recorder is 3.7m and will continue to rise into Sunday 23/02/2020. We expect levels to reach 3.9m at around 6am on Sunday 23/02/20. Further bands of rain are expected over the next few days, which will cause levels to rise and fall accordingly. We will be monitoring the forecast closely and will keep this message up to date with the latest information. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Our Area Incident Room remains open. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2020 11:18
River Ouse
This Flood Warning is being reissued as levels on the River Ouse are beginning to rise again in York. The level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is currently 3.4m and will rise throughout Saturday (22/02/20). We expect the levels to reach between 4.3 - 4.5m on Sunday afternoon, and then remain high. Further bands of rain are expected over the next few days, which will cause levels to rise and fall accordingly. We will be monitoring the forecast closely and will keep this message up to date with the latest information. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Our Area Incident Room remains open. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2020 00:35
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high following recent rain. The level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is currently 3.4m and remains high. There is further rainfall forecast overnight into Saturday (22/02/20) and levels are likely to rise again at the weekend. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2020 16:10
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high following recent rain. The level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is currently 3.5m and remains high. There is further rainfall forecast on Friday evening into Saturday and levels are likely to rise again at the weekend. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2020 08:13
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as levels remain high following recent rain. The level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is currently 3.5m and remains steady. There is further rainfall forecast on Friday evening into Saturday and levels are likely to rise again at the weekend. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2020 00:13
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as levels remain high following recent rain. The Ouse level at York Viking Recorder is currently 3.4m, and is forecast to rise slowly again overnight into Friday 21/2/20, reaching 3.7m in the afternoon. There is further rainfall forecast on Friday evening into Saturday and levels are likely to rise again at the weekend. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Feb 2020 16:51
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as levels remain high following recent rain. The Ouse level at York Viking Recorder has fallen to 3.4m on Thursday, but will now start to rise again on Thursday evening and into Friday 21/2/20. We currently expect a peak level of approximately 3.7m on Friday. There is further rainfall forecast on Friday evening into Saturday and levels are likely to rise again at the weekend. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Feb 2020 08:50
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as levels remain high following recent rain. The Ouse level at York Viking Recorder is 3.4m. The river level is forecast to continue falling slowly through Thursday morning, 20/2/2020, before rising again into the weekend in response to further rainfall. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Feb 2020 00:43
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as levels remain high following Storm Dennis. The Ouse level at York Viking Recorder is 3.6m. The river level is forecast to continue falling slowly through the night into Thursday morning 20/2/2020. Further rain is forecast for the next few days which may cause levels to rise again towards the weekend. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Feb 2020 17:07
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as levels remain high following Storm Dennis. The Ouse level at York Viking Recorder is 3.65m. The river level is forecast to continue falling slowly through the rest of Wednesday 19/02/2020. Further rain is forecast for the next few days which may cause levels to rise again towards the weekend. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Please avoid contact with flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 19 Feb 2020 08:26
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as high levels on the Ouse following rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. Flooding of property and roads is expected. The Ouse level at York Viking Recorder is 3.7m and is forecast to continue falling very slowly through Wednesday 19/02/2020. Further rain is forecast from Wednesday afternoon onwards which may cause levels to rise again. For the latest river levels, please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and deploying pumps, people and equipment at various locations around the city. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. Please avoid contact with flood water and 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 19 Feb 2020 00:59
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as high levels on the Ouse due to rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. Flooding of property and roads is expected. The Ouse level at York Viking Recorder is 3.9m and is forecast to continue falling very slowly overnight into Wednesday morning 19/02/2020. Further rain is forecast from Wednesday onwards which may cause levels to rise again. For the latest river levels, please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and deploying pumps, people and equipment at various locations around the city. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. Please avoid contact with flood water and 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 18 Feb 2020 17:13
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as high levels on the Ouse due to rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. Flooding of property and roads is expected. The Ouse level at York Viking Recorder is 4.08m and is forecast to continue falling very slowly throughout Tuesday 18/02/2020. Further rain is forecast from Wednesday onwards which may cause levels to rise again. For the latest river levels, please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and deploying pumps, people and equipment at various locations around the city. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. Please avoid contact with flood water and 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 18 Feb 2020 08:46
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as high levels on the Ouse due to rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. Flooding of property and roads is expected. The Ouse level at York Viking Recorder is 4.24m and is forecast to fall very slowly and will stay high throughout Tuesday 18/02/2020. For the latest river levels, please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and deploying pumps, people and equipment at various locations around the city. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. Please avoid contact with flood water and 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 18 Feb 2020 08:22
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force due to high levels on the Ouse associated with Storm Dennis. Flooding of property and roads is expected. The Ouse level at York Viking Recorder is 4.4m and is forecast to fall very slowly and will stay high throughout Tuesday 18/02/2020. For the latest river levels, please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and deploying pumps, people and equipment at various locations around the city. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. Please avoid contact with flood water and 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 18 Feb 2020 00:16
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as high levels on the Ouse due to rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. Flooding of property and roads is expected. The Ouse level at York Viking Recorder is 4.4m and is forecast to fall slowly overnight and through Tuesday 18/02/2020. For the latest river levels, please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and deploying pumps, people and equipment at various locations around the city. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. Please avoid contact with flood water and 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 17 Feb 2020 16:25
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force as levels have risen due to rainfall from Storm Dennis. The Ouse level at York Viking Recorder is 4.4m and is peaking around this level on Monday afternoon 17/02/2020. For the latest river levels, please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and deploying pumps, people and equipment at various locations around the city. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. Please avoid contact with flood water and 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 17 Feb 2020 08:13
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force. River Ouse levels are continuing to rise as a result of rainfall from Storm Dennis. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is 4.3m. Levels are expected to peak at approximately 4.6m around lunchtime on Monday 17/02/20. For the latest river levels, please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and deploying pumps, people and equipment at various locations around the city. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. Please avoid contact with flood water and 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 17 Feb 2020 00:45
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force. River Ouse levels are continuing to rise as a result of rainfall from Storm Dennis. The Ouse level at Viking Recorder is now 4.1m. We expect the river level to peak around 4.8m after 1600 hours on Monday (17/02/20).
For the latest river levels, please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and deploying pumps, people and equipment at various locations around the city. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. Please avoid contact with flood water and 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 16 Feb 2020 16:50
River Ouse
River Ouse levels are continuing to rise as a result of rainfall from Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of property and roads is expected. We expect the river level to peak around 4.8m overnight on Monday (17/02/20).
For the latest river levels, please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and deploying pumps, people and equipment at various locations around the city. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. Please avoid contact with flood water and 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 16 Feb 2020 09:40
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force due to recent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. The current level at the York Viking recorder is 3.4m and will continue to rise on Sunday 16/02/20. Forecasts indicate that the river will not peak until Tuesday morning. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 15 Feb 2020 23:32
River Ouse
This flood warning has been issued due to recent heavy rainfall. The river Ouse in York is now rising again. The current level at the York Viking recorder is 3m and will continue to rise overnight. Further rain associated with Storm Dennis is forecast overnight into Sunday which will cause levels to continue rising over the weekend and into Monday. Early forecasts indicate that the river will not peak until Monday evening. We will provide forecast peak levels on Sunday morning 16/02/2020. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is operational. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. 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 in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 14 Feb 2020 15:24
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York St Georges Field. River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara. The current level of the Ouse at York Viking recorder is 3.1m and falling slowly. Levels are expected to remain high on Friday 14/02/2020. For up to date river levels, please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. 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 in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 14 Feb 2020 07:46
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York St Georges Field. River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara. The current level of the Ouse at York Viking recorder is 3.2m and falling slowly. Levels are expected to remain high on Friday 14/02/2020. For up to date river levels, please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. 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 in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Feb 2020 23:46
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York St Georges Field as river levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara. The current level of the Ouse at York Viking recorder is 3.3m and falling slowly. Levels are expected to remain high into Friday morning 14/02/2020. For up to date river levels, please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. 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 in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Feb 2020 15:21
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York Riverside properties as river levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara. The current level of the Ouse at York Viking recorder is 3.4m and falling slowly. Levels are expected to remain high on Thursday 13/02/2020. For up to date river levels, please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. 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 in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Feb 2020 09:10
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York Riverside properties as river levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara. The current level of the Ouse at York Viking recorder is now 3.5m and falling slowly. Levels are expected to remain high on Thursday 13/02/2020. For up to date river levels, please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. 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 in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 13 Feb 2020 01:09
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at St George’s field and Queen's Staith, due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. The level at the York Viking recorder is 3.8 metres and has now peaked. Levels will remain high through Wednesday and into Thursday 13/2/2020. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our Incident Room is open, and operational staff have been out clearing trash screens, operating gates and locks and the Foss barrier is in operation. See the gov.uk website for up to date river levels. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Feb 2020 17:10
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at St George’s field and Queen's Staith, due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. The level at the York Viking recorder is 4 metres and has now peaked. Levels will remain high through Wednesday and into Thursday 13/2/2020. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our Incident Room is open, and operational staff have been out clearing trash screens, operating gates and locks and the Foss barrier is in operation. See the gov.uk website for up to date river levels. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Feb 2020 09:33
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at St George’s field and Queen's Staith, due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. The level at the York Viking recorder is 4.1 metres and has now peaked. Levels will remain high into Wednesday 12/2/2020. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our Incident Room is open, and operational staff have been out clearing trash screens, operating gates and locks and the Foss barrier has been closed. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Feb 2020 01:37
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at St George’s field and Queen's Staith, due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. The level at the York Viking recorder is 4.2 metres and has now peaked. Levels will remain high into Wednesday 12/2/2020. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our Incident Room is open, and operational staff have been out clearing trash screens, operating gates and locks and the Foss barrier has been closed. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Feb 2020 17:40
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at St George’s field and Queen's Staith due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. The level at the York Viking recorder is 4.3 metres and has now peaked. Access roads flood and water is expected to be against property at a level of 4.1m. Levels will remain high on Tuesday 11/2/2020 and overnight into Wednesday. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our Incident Room is open, and operational staff have been out clearing trash screens, operating gates and locks and the Foss barrier has been closed. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Feb 2020 08:51
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at St George’s field and Queen's Staith due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. The level at the York Viking recorder is 4.3 metres and has now peaked. Access roads will begin to flood and water is expected to be against property at a level of 4.1m. Levels will remain high on Tuesday 11/2/2020. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our Incident Room is open, and operational staff have been out clearing trash screens, operating gates and locks and the Foss barrier has been closed. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Feb 2020 00:38
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at St George’s field and Queen's Staith due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. The level at the York Viking recorder is 4.2 metres and rising. Access roads will begin to flood and water is expected to be against property at a level of 4.1m. The River Ouse is now forecast to peak up to 4.35m around 06:00 on Tuesday 11/2/2020. Areas most at risk are the Naburn lock area. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our Incident Room is open, and operational staff have been out clearing trash screens, operating gates and locks and the Foss barrier has been closed. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Feb 2020 16:57
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at St George’s field and Queen's Staith due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. The current level of the River Ouse at the Viking Recorder is 3.9m and levels are forecast to rise further on Monday 10/02/2020 and overnight reaching a peak of between 4.35m and 4.5m at around 6am on Tuesday 11/02/2020. River levels will continue to remain high along the River Ouse catchment. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our Incident Room is open, and operational staff have been out clearing trash screens, operating gates and locks and the Foss barrier has been closed. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Feb 2020 13:19
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at St George’s field and Queen's Staith due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. The current level of the River Ouse at the Viking Recorder is 3.7m and levels are forecast to rise further on Monday 10/02/2020 and overnight reaching a peak of 4.2m at 5am on Tuesday 11/02/2020. River levels will continue to remain high along the River Ouse catchment. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our Incident Room is open, and operational staff have been out clearing trash screens, operating gates and locks and the Foss barrier has been closed. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Feb 2020 04:16
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at St George’s field and Queen's Staithe due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. The current level of the River Ouse at the Viking Recorder is 3.3m. River levels are expected to reach 3.5m on Monday morning and will continue rising after this. A peak level above 4.5m is possible later during Monday 10/02/20 and river levels will remain high into next week along the River Ouse catchment. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our Incident Room is open, and operational staff have been out clearing trash screens, operating gates and locks and the Foss barrier has been closed. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Feb 2020 20:30
River Ouse
We are issuing the flood warning for the River Ouse at St George’s field and Queen's Staithe due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. Widespread heavy rain accompanied by high winds have caused levels to rise on Sunday, 09/02/2020. River levels are currently around 2.3m at York Viking recorder and rising. Levels are expected to reach around 4.3m tomorrow afternoon. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our Incident Room is open, and operational staff have been out clearing trash screens, operating gates and locks and the Foss barrier has been closed. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.