Flood Alert Info - River Esk catchment
Area Description
Low lying land in the Esk Valley and some minor roads.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2024 15:51
River Esk
River levels remain high in response to rainfall associated with Storm Darragh. Areas most at risk include low lying land in the Esk Valley and some minor roads. Levels are expected to remain high on the River Esk today, Sunday 08/12/2024. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 11:59pm on Sunday, 08/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2024 15:41
River Esk
River levels remain high in response to rainfall associated with Storm Darragh. Areas most at risk include low lying land in the Esk Valley and some minor roads. Levels are expected to remain high on the River Esk today, Sunday 08/12/2024. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 11:59am on Sunday, 08/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2024 07:49
River Esk
River levels remain high in response to rainfall associated with Storm Darragh. Areas most at risk include low lying land in the Esk Valley and some minor roads. Further rainfall is expected this morning, Sunday 08/12/2024 and levels are expected to remain high on the Esk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 4:00pm on Sunday, 08/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2024 00:02
River Esk
River levels are high in response to ongoing rainfall associated with Storm Darragh. Areas most at risk include low lying land in the Esk Valley and some minor roads. Further rainfall is expected today, Saturday 07/12/2024 and levels are expected to rise further on the Esk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 08:00am on Sunday, 08/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2024 13:53
River Esk
River levels are rising in response to ongoing rainfall associated with Storm Darragh. Areas most at risk include low lying land in the Esk Valley and some minor roads. Further rainfall is expected today, Saturday 07/12/2024 and levels are expected to rise further on the Esk. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 1.30am on Sunday, 08/12/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 21:50
River Esk
River levels remain high in response to rainfall over recent days on the River Esk. Areas most at risk include the low lying land in the Esk Valley and roads next to watercourses. Levels are expected to peak overnight into Wednesday, 02/10/2024, and are not currently forecast to reach levels of significant concern. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10AM on Wednesday 02/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 15:55
River Esk
River levels are rising in response to rainfall over recent days on the River Esk. Areas most at risk include the low lying land in the Esk Valley and roads next to watercourses. Levels are rising throughout the catchment today, Tuesday 01/10/2024, but are not currently forecast to reach levels of significant concern. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 10PM on Tuesday, 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Sep 2024 07:11
River Esk
Heavy persistent rainfall has caused river levels to rise on the River Esk. Areas most at risk include low lying land in the Esk Valley and some minor roads. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 8:00 PM on 27/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2024 17:13
River Esk
Heavy rainfall during Thursday, 26/09/2024, may lead to flooding. Areas most at risk include low lying land in the Esk Valley and some minor roads. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 8:00 AM on 27/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jul 2024 08:44
River Esk
River levels in the River Esk catchment are now rising in response to prolonged rainfall. As a result, flooding of low-lying land and roads adjacent to watercourses is possible in the Esk valley, particularly around Lealholm and Briggswath today, Sunday 14th July.
We expect river levels in the area to peak on Sunday afternoon at approximately 14:30. We are not expecting to issue flood warnings in this area currently. However, we will monitor the situation and update this message should the situation change.
Monday is expected to be largely dry, with more heavy rainfall crossing the area on Tuesday. Take care on roads and paths near watercourses which may be flooded. We will update this message by 2100 on Sunday 14th July
Flood Alert issued on 13 Jul 2024 15:41
River Esk
River levels in the River Esk catchment are expected to rise overnight in response to prolonged rainfall. As a result, flooding of low lying land and roads adjacent to watercourses is possible in the Esk catchment, particularly around Lealholm overnight tonight and tomorrow morning, Sunday 14th July. We currently expect river levels in the area to peak on Sunday afternoon or evening. We are not expecting to issue flood warnings in this area at this time. However we will monitor the situation and update this message should the situation change. Further showers and unsettled weather is expected to continue into next week.
Take care on roads and paths near watercourses which may be flooded.
We will update this message by 0900 on Sunday 14th July.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Apr 2024 13:49
River Esk
River levels are rising on the River Esk due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Esk, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying land in the Briggswath area and some minor roads. Flooding is possible with river levels expected to remain high on Sunday afternoon. Heavy rainfall from Sunday morning is expected to ease in the afternoon, but river levels will remain high. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. 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 9:00 PM on 28/04/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 21:33
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk remains in force. Rivers are now responding to todays persistent rainfall, and are expected to rise further overnight and into Friday. Flooding is possible around the River Esk, particularly low lying land in the Esk Valley around Briggswath and Lealholm, along with minor low-lying roads. We 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 9:00am on 08/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 14:01
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk has been issued. Persistent rain is forecast throughout today Thursday 7/12/2023. Rivers will respond to this rainfall with already wet catchments. Further rainfall is forecasted over the weekend.
Flooding is possible around the River Esk, particularly low lying land in the Esk Valley and some minor roads.
We 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 9pm on 07/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 12:13
River Esk
River levels remain high on the River Esk due to rainfall over recent days. Flooding is possible on low lying land near the river Esk and tributaries, particularly locations around Briggswath. Further light rainfall is forecast today, 05/12/2023. 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 8:30pm on 05/12/2023, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 08:37
River Esk
River levels remain high on the River Esk due to rainfall over recent days. Flooding is possible on low lying land near the river Esk and tributaries, particularly locations around Briggswath. Further light rainfall is forecast today, 05/12/2023. 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 5pm on 05/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2023 20:50
River Esk
River levels are forecast to rise on the upper River Esk overnight due to recent rainfall. Flooding is possible on low lying land near the river Esk and tributaries, particularly locations around Briggswath. Further light rainfall is forecast overnight and into tomorrow, 05/12/2023, 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 09:00 AM on 05/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2023 00:22
River Esk
River levels remain high on the River Esk and are still rising at Lealholm, due to heavy and persistent rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Esk, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying land in the Esk Valley and some minor roads. Levels are expected to peak and begin falling suring Saturday, 21/10/23. 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 am on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 17:19
River Esk
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Esk, due to heavy and persistent rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Esk, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Low lying land in the Esk Valley and some minor roads. 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 01:30 am on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 09:09
River Esk
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Esk, due to heavy and persistent rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Esk, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Low lying land in the Esk Valley and some minor roads. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 5PM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 01:50
River Esk
River levels are forecast to rise on the upper River Esk due to overnight rainfall associated with Storm Babet.
Flooding is possible on low lying land near the river Esk and tributaries. Confidence of locations most at risk is currently low. We will update this message as details become clear.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Friday, 20/10/2023.
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 1:00 PM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: Low lying land in the Esk Valley and some minor roads.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2023 18:03
River Esk
River levels are forecast to rise on the upper River Esk due to overnight rainfall associated with Storm Barbet.
Flooding is possible on low lying land near the river Esk and tributaries. Confidence of locations most at risk is currently low. We will update this message as details become clear.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Friday, 20/10/2023, 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 05:00 AM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Aug 2023 20:50
River Esk
River levels are high on the River Esk due to heavy rainfall today 05/08/2023. Flooding is possible this evening and overnight. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads near watercourses, particularly in the area around Briggswath and Ruswarp. Further rainfall is possible overnight which may keep levels high on Sunday 06/08/2023. 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 11:00 on 06/08/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jun 2023 21:05
River Esk
Areas across the River Esk and neighbouring watercourses may be affected by thunderstorms and heavy showers overnight, Sunday 18th and into Monday 19th of June.
It is not possible to predict the precise location, therefore, we are taking the precautionary measure by issuing this flood alert, as watercourses could react very quickly if the thunderstorms occur in this area, as there’s a risk of localised surface water flooding and flooding from smaller rivers affecting roads, homes and businesses.
Our staff are monitoring the situation and our field teams are working with partners to ensure that defences and trash screens are clear of obstructions.
At the moment we do not expect to issue any Flood Warnings, but that situation could change rapidly with the weather, and we may not have time to issue any flood warnings before the onset of any flooding. Please stay aware of your surroundings and do not put yourself at risk. Be prepared to act on your flood plan.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 19/06/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jun 2023 18:29
River Esk
Areas across the River Esk and neighbouring watercourses may be affected by thunderstorms and heavy showers this evening, Sunday 18th June.
It is not possible to predict the precise location, therefore, we are taking the precautionary measure by issuing this flood alert, as watercourses could react very quickly if the thunderstorms occur in this area, as there’s a risk of localised surface water flooding and flooding from smaller rivers affecting roads, homes and businesses.
Our staff are monitoring the situation and our field teams are working with partners to ensure that defences and trash screens are clear of obstructions.
At the moment we do not expect to issue any Flood Warnings, but that situation could change rapidly with the weather, and we may not have time to issue any flood warnings before the onset of any flooding. Please stay aware of your surroundings and do not put yourself at risk. Be prepared to act on your flood plan.
This message will be updated by 21:00 on 18/06/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2022 16:33
River Esk
Levels on the River Esk at Briggswath have now peaked, but this alert remains in force as levels remain high in the area.
Levels are expected to continue to fall during the rest of Monday evening 19/12/2022, and we expect to be able to remove this alert on Tuesday 20/12/2022.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Dec 2022 10:17
River Esk
River levels are rising on the River Esk due to rainfall and melting snow.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Esk, with low-lying land expected to be most affected, particularly in the Esk Valley and some minor roads.
Flooding is possible from 10:00 AM on 19/12/2022.
Snowmelt is expected to continue as temperatures rise through the day, this will keep levels on the river high.
We will continue to monitor local river levels and weather conditions closely.
Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk, cycle or drive through flood water.
Consider putting your flood plan into action.
Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on 19/12/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2022 20:51
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk has been issued as river levels are forecast to rise overnight tonight, Tuesday 06/12/2022, due to forecast rainfall and snow. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Esk, including low lying land in the Esk Valley and some minor roads. We are monitoring rainfall 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. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on Wednesday 07/12/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2022 16:10
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk has been issued as river levels are forecast to rise overnight tonight, Tuesday 06/12/2022, due to forecast rainfall and snow. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Esk, including low lying land in the Esk Valley and some minor roads. We are monitoring rainfall 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. This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on Tuesday 06/12/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Nov 2022 20:31
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk has been issued as river levels are forecast to rise this evening, Saturday 26/11/2022, due to forecast rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Esk, including low lying land in the Esk Valley and some minor roads. River levels are expected to remain high overnight and into Sunday, 27/11/2022. We are monitoring rainfall 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. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on Sunday 27/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2022 18:14
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk has been issued as river levels are forecast to rise on Monday evening, 21/11/2022, due to forecast rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Esk, including low lying land in the Esk Valley and some minor roads. River levels are expected to continue rising this evening, Monday, 21/11/2022 and remain high overnight into Tuesday, 22/11/2022. We are monitoring rainfall 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. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 22/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2022 11:23
River Esk
This flood alert for the River Esk catchment remains in force as river levels remain high around Briggswath due to persistent heavy rain on Thursday 17/11/2022 and overnight into Friday morning. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Esk, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly in the Esk Valley near Briggswath and some minor roads. River levels on the upper reaches of the Esk around Castleton and Lealholm have fallen overnight, but levels remain high around Briggswath. River levels are forecast to fall through Friday. No further significant rainfall is forecast in the next 24 hours. We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 10:00 PM on 18/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 21:30
River Esk
This flood alert for the river Esk catchment remains in force as river levels are continuing to be high this evening, Thursday 17/11/2022, due to prolonged rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the river Esk, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly in the Esk Valley near Briggswath and some minor roads. Further rain is forecast tonight before clearing out in the early hours of Friday, and river levels will remain high throughout the day. We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 18/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 10:29
River Esk
This flood alert for the river Esk catchment has been issued as river levels have risen this morning, Thursday 17/11/2022, due to overnight rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the river Esk, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly in the Esk Valley near Briggswath and some minor roads. Further rain is forecast during Thursday and river levels are expected to rise in response throughout the day. We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 17/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2022 21:29
River Esk
River levels will remain elevated overnight into Wednesday 02/11/2022 on the lower River Esk due to rainfall. Levels have peaked throughout the catchment on Tuesday evening and are below levels of concern. Further rainfall is forecast later on Wednesday 02/11/2022, and river levels are expected to fluctuate. We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 02/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2022 17:00
River Esk
River levels are forecast to rise overnight into Wednesday 02/11/2022 on the lower River Esk due to rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Esk, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly in the Esk Valley near Briggswath and some minor roads. Levels upstream of Lealholm have seen a river response earlier today, however are currently forecast to remain below levels of concern. Further rainfall is forecast later on Wednesday 02/11/2022, and river levels are expected to fluctuate.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 10:00 PM on 01/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 20:56
River Esk
A flood alert remains in force for the River Esk. River levels remain high due to recent rainfall and are expected to fall through this evening Friday 18/02/22. Low lying land in the Esk valley and some minor roads are at risk of flooding. Low lying land around Briggswath is at particular risk. Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated by 9:00 am on 19/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 18:09
River Esk
A flood alert has been issued for the River Esk. River levels are rising in response to recent rainfall. Low lying land in the Esk valley and some minor roads are at risk of flooding. Low lying land around Briggswath is at particular risk. Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated by 9:00 pm on 18/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Dec 2021 23:54
River Esk
River levels are expected to remain high on Wednesday evening 01/12/21. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. The area most at risk is Briggswath. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 02/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Dec 2021 17:26
River Esk
River levels will continue to remain high during Wednesday 01/12/21. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. The area most at risk is Briggswath. We expect river levels to remain high this evening, Wednesday 01/12/21. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this evening 01/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Dec 2021 09:03
River Esk
River levels will continue to remain high during Wednesday 01/12/21. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. The area most at risk is Briggswath. We expect river levels to fall slightly this morning and to rise slightly this afternoon, Wednesday 01/12/21. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Nov 2021 18:11
River Esk
River levels have risen as a result of snow-melt and additional rainfall forecast overnight on 30/11/2021. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible from 04:00 tomorrow, Wednesday 01/12/21. Areas most at risk are Church street, between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. We expect river levels to remain high into Thursday 02/12/21. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 01/12/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2021 14:27
River Esk
Tides along the River Esk estuary are expected to be high during Saturday 27th November, as a result of the effects from Storm Arwen, and rainfall overnight on the Esk catchment. Areas most at risk include Low lying land in the Esk Valley, particularly around Briggswath, Ruswarp and some minor roads. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website, or via Floodline number 0345 988 1188. We are monitoring the situation closely. This message will be updated by 20:00 on Saturday 27th November 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Nov 2021 08:33
River Esk
Tides along the River Esk estuary are expected to be high as a result of the effects from Storm Arwen and rainfall overnight on the Esk catchment during Saturday 27th November between 08:30 and 13:30. Areas most at risk include Low lying land in the Esk Valley, particularly around Briggswath, Ruswarp and some minor roads. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. You can check flood warnings and alerts on the GOV.UK website or via Floodline number 0345 988 1188. We are monitoring the situation closely. This message will be updated by noon on Saturday 27th November 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2021 14:31
River Esk
The flood alert for the river Esk remains in force. River levels have risen on the River Esk due to recent rainfall. Areas most at risk include Low lying land in the Esk Valley, particularly around Ruswarp and some minor roads. No further rainfall is forecast and levels are expected to reduce. We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2021 06:54
River Esk
River levels have risen on the River Esk due to rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Low lying land in the Esk Valley, particularly around Ruswarp and some minor roads. .
No further rainfall is forecast and levels are expected to reduce later this morning.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 05:00 PM on 04/11/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2021 20:45
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk catchment remains in force as a result of heavy rainfall today, Sunday 31st October. River levels have risen and are expected to remain high overnight and into the early hours of tomorrow morning, Monday 1st November. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, particularly around Briggswath. Further showery rain is forecast for Sunday night and into Monday 1st November. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 on Monday morning, or as the situation changes. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2021 15:58
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk Catchment has been issued as river levels are rising rapidly as a result of heavy rainfall on Sunday 31st October. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected on Sunday afternoon and evening. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, particularly around Briggswath. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Oct 2021 10:18
River Esk
This flood alert remains in force as river levels remain high as a result of yesterday's heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible on Wednesday 06/10/2021. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Flood Warnings are also in force. River levels are now falling and no further significant rain is expected. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 before 6pm on Wednesday 6th October, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Oct 2021 02:01
River Esk
This flood alert has been issued as river levels are rising as a result of today’s heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected this evening and overnight into Wednesday 06/10/2021. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Heavy rainfall is forecast to continue overnight and we expect river levels to rise accordingly into tomorrow morning. Flood Warnings are also in force. Higher river levels in the lower reaches including Briggswath and Ruswarp may coincide around high tide, which is at approximately 04:15-04:30 at Whitby. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 before 9am on Wednesday 6th October, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 5 Oct 2021 20:40
River Esk
This flood alert has been issued as river levels are rising as a result of today’s heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected this evening and overnight into Wednesday 06/10/2021. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Heavy rainfall is forecast to continue overnight and we expect river levels to rise accordingly into tomorrow morning. Flood Warnings may be required overnight depending on the rainfall accumulations expected later on Saturday evening. Higher river levels in the lower reaches including Briggswath and Ruswarp may coincide around high tide, which is at approximately 04:15-04:30 at Whitby. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 before 9am on Wednesday 6th October, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2021 08:07
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk catchment has now been issued. River levels have risen overnight as a result of recent rainfall and snowmelt. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, Tuesday 16/02/2021. Areas most at risk are low lying land around Briggswath. 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 Tuesday evening, 16/02/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 08:56
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk remains in force, as river levels are high this morning, Sunday 07/02/2021, in response to recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected. Areas most at risk are Church Street, between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. River levels have been falling overnight, and are expected to continue falling through Sunday. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 02:51
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk remains in force, as river levels are high this morning, Sunday 07/02/2021, in response to recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected. Areas most at risk are Church Street, between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 19:29
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk remains in force, as river levels are rising this evening (Saturday 06/02/2021), in response to recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected. Areas most at risk are Church Street, between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 11:01
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk remains in force, as river levels are forecast to rise this evening, Saturday 06/02/2021, in response to further rain and wintry conditions expected during Saturday. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are Church Street, between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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. This message will be updated on Saturday afternoon, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 02:01
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk remains in force, as river levels are forecast to rise overnight tonight (Friday 05/02/2021), in response to heavy rain expected around midnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are Church Street, between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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. This message will be updated on Saturday morning (06/02/21), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Feb 2021 19:39
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk has been issued, as river levels are forecast to rise over night tonight (Friday 05/02/2021), in response to heavy rain expected around midnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are Church street, between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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. This message will be updated on Saturday morning, 06/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Feb 2021 01:04
River Esk
The flood Alert for the River Esk remains in force, as river levels have risen following recent rain and snowmelt. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. River levels are forecast to fall overnight but further rain and snow is forecast over the next few days causing river levels to rise again. Areas most at risk are Church Street, between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre, between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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. We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated on Thursday morning, 04/02/2021 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Feb 2021 18:04
River Esk
The flood Alert for the River Esk remains in force, as river levels have risen following recent rain and snowmelt. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. River levels are forecast to fall overnight but further rain and snow is forecast over the next few days causing river levels to rise again. Areas most at risk are Church Street, between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre, between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. 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. We are closely monitoring the situation and this message will be updated on Thursday morning, 4/2/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Feb 2021 08:23
River Esk
The flood Alert for the River Esk remains in force, as river levels have risen overnight following yesterday's (Tuesday 02.02.21) rain and snowmelt. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are Church street, between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre, between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Feb 2021 20:41
River Esk
The flood Alert for the River Esk as been issued, as River levels are forecast to rise over night tonight (Tuesday 02.02.21) and into Wednesday morning, following recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are Church street, between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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. This message will be updated on Wednesday morning (03.02.21), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 11:05
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk remains in force as river levels at Briggswath have risen in response to recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible on Friday 29/01/2021. Areas most at risk are Church Street between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. River levels have now peaked and are starting to fall. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 03:36
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk remains in force as river levels at Briggswath have risen in response to recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible on Friday 29/01/2021. Areas most at risk are Church Street between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hrs. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. This message will be updated on Friday morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 20:51
River Esk
The flood alert has been issued for the River Esk. River levels at Briggswath are high and are forecast to rise further overnight in response to rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from this evening 28/01/2021. Areas most at risk are Church Street between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. This message will be updated on Friday morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 02:32
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk from Briggswath to Ruswarp remains in force. River levels have peaked and are falling, with no further rise forecasted. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible. Areas most at risk are Church Street between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. The weather is forecast to remain unsettled with wintry showers for the next couple of days, rainfall totals are expected to be low. Please avoid walking or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 22/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 17:07
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk from Briggswath to Ruswarp remains in force. River levels are high as a result of recent rainfall. River levels have peaked and are beginning to fall, with no further rise forecasted. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland remains possible. Areas most at risk are Church Street between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. No further significant rainfall is expected today. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 08:55
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk from Briggswath to Ruswarp remains in force. River levels are high as a result of heavy rainfall since Tuesday,19/01/2021. The level is expected to remain high throughout today, Thursday, 21/01/2021. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are Church Street between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. No further significant rainfall is expected today. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local water courses and do not walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 00:46
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk from Briggswath to Ruswarp remains in force. River levels are high as a result of heavy rainfall since Tuesday, 19/01/2021. The level is rising again overnight at Briggswath, and is expected to remain high throughout Thursday, 21/01/2021. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are Church Street between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. Please be aware that further persistent and heavy rain is forecast until Thursday 21/01/2021. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 16:30
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk from Briggswath to Ruswarp remains in force. River levels are high as a result of heavy rainfall since Tuesday, 19/01/2021. The level has peaked at Briggswath, but is expected to remain high throughout Wednesday night, 20/01/2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are Church Street between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. Please be aware that further persistent and heavy rain is forecast until Thursday 21/01/2021. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 08:31
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk from Briggswath to Ruswarp remains in force. River levels are high as a result of heavy rainfall on Tuesday, 19/01/2021. The level has peaked at Briggswath, but is expected to remain high throughout Wednesday, 20/01/2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are Church Street between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. Please be aware that further persistent and heavy rain is forecast until Thursday 21/01/2021. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 00:49
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk from Briggswath to Ruswarp remains in force. River levels are high as a result of heavy rainfall on Tuesday, 19/01/2021. The level is close to peaking at Briggswath, but is expected to remain high overnight and into the early hours of Wednesday morning, 20/01/2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from Tuesday evening, 19/01/2021. Areas most at risk are Church Street between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. Please be aware that further persistent and heavy rain is forecast until Thursday 21/01/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. This message will be updated on Wednesday morning, 20/01/2021 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 16:46
River Esk
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall on Tuesday, 19/01/2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from this evening 19/01/2021. Areas most at risk are Church Street between Castleton and Danby, and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. Please be aware that further persistent and heavy rain is forecast until Thursday 21/01/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. This message will be updated this evening, 19/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Jan 2021 14:25
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk remains in force due to river levels responding to recent rainfall and snowmelt. River levels are falling, however they are expected to remain high through Tuesday, 12/01/2021. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible, particularly around Briggswath. We will continue to monitor this closely. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Jan 2021 05:14
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk remains in force due to river levels responding to recent rainfall and snowmelt. River levels are expected to continue to rise overnight and into Tuesday, 12/01/2021. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible, particularly around Lealholm and Briggswath. We will continue to monitor this closely. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Tuesday afternoon, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Jan 2021 21:16
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk remains in force due to river levels responding to recent rainfall and snowmelt. River levels are expected to continue to rise through Monday, 11/01/2021. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible, particularly around Briggswath. We will continue to monitor this closely. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Jan 2021 16:34
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk remains in force due to river levels responding to recent rainfall and snowmelt. River levels are expected to continue to rise through Monday, 11/01/2021. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible, particularly around Briggswath. We will continue to monitor this closely. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Jan 2021 07:51
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk is now in force. The levels on the river Esk have been rising overnight due to rainfall and snowmelt, and are expected to continue rising through Monday, 11/01/2021. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible, particularly around Briggswath. We will continue to monitor this closely. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2021 23:19
River Esk
The flood alert for the Esk catchment remains in force due to the persistent rainfall that fell overnight on Thursday 07/01/2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue overnight, on Friday 08/01/2021. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. River levels have started to fall and will continue to do so overnight however please remain vigilant. Our incident staff are monitoring the situation closely. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Saturday morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2021 15:37
River Esk
The flood alert for the Esk catchment remains in force due to persistent rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected for the rest of today, Friday 08/01/21. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Our incident staff are monitoring the situation closely. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Friday evening, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jan 2021 07:27
River Esk
The flood alert for the Esk catchment is now in force due to persistent rainfall overnight. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected for the rest of today, Friday 08/01/21. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Our incident staff are monitoring the situation closely. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses, and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Friday afternoon, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2021 22:03
River Esk
This flood alert remains in force for the River Esk as levels remain high around Briggswath due to rain yesterday and overnight on the Moors. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected overnight Sunday 03/01/2021 and into Monday 04/01/2021. Areas most at risk are around Briggswath. The levels upstream at Castleton and Lealholm are expected to fall this evening and are currently below levels of concern. Further rain is forecast on Monday. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Monday morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2021 16:19
River Esk
This flood alert remains in force for the River Esk as levels remain high around Briggswath due to rain yesterday and overnight on the Moors. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected on Sunday 03/01/2021. Areas most at risk are around Briggswath. The levels upstream at Castleton and Lealholm are expected to fall this evening and are currently below levels of concern. Further rain is forecast today and on Monday 04/01/2021. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Sunday evening or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2021 09:00
River Esk
This flood alert has been issued for the River Esk as levels have risen around Briggswath due to rain yesterday and overnight on the Moors. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected on Sunday 03/01/2021. Areas most at risk are around Briggswath, and Church Street between Castleton and Danby and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. Further rain is forecast today and on Monday. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Sunday afternoon or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2021 08:11
River Esk
This flood alert has been issued for the River Esk as levels have risen around Briggswath due to rain yesterday and overnight on the Moors. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected on Sunday 03/01/2021. Areas most at risk are around Briggswath, and Church Street between Castleton and Danby and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. Further rain is forecast today and on Monday. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Friday evening or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2021 22:10
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk remains in force as river levels remain high due to recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue into Saturday 02/01/2021. Areas most at risk are around Briggswath,and Church street between Castleton and Danby and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns. River levels are expected to peak this evening at Briggswath, however, further showers tomorrow are likely to maintain the high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Saturday morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2021 19:32
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk remains in force as river levels remain high due to recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to continue into Saturday 02/01/2021. Areas most at risk are around Briggswath,and Church street between Castleton and Danby and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns. River levels are expected to peak this evening at Briggswath, however further showers tomorrow are likely to maintain the high river levels. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Saturday morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2021 11:45
River Esk
This flood alert has been issued for the River Esk as levels are rising around Briggswath due to overnight rain on the Moors. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected on Friday 01/01/2021. Areas most at risk are around Briggswath, and Church street between Castleton and Danby and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. Further rain is forecast during Friday and Saturday 02/01/2021. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated on Friday evening or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 11:56
River Esk
River levels remain high between Briggswath and Ruswarp as a result of a band of heavy rain from Storm Bella. Consequently, the risk of flooding of property, roads and farmland remains on Sunday 27/12/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, particularly from Briggswath to Ruswarp. We are closely monitoring the forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 20:33
River Esk
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of a band of heavy rain from Storm Bella. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is expected to begin overnight from 02:00 on 27/12/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. We are closely monitoring the forecast and warnings may be needed. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 27/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2020 20:21
River Esk
The Flood Alert for the River Esk is now in force. The area of concern is Briggswath. The level on the River Esk is rising due to persistent rain overnight on Saturday and through Sunday. The river level is forecast to remain high overnight on Sunday. We are monitoring the situation closely, and will update this message at 08:30 on Monday, 14/12/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2020 17:56
River Esk
This flood alert remains in force as levels on the lower River Esk have risen in response to rainfall overnight. Flooding of low lying land and roads in areas around Briggswath is possible today, 06/12/20. River levels at Briggswath are now falling having peaked earlier this afternoon, but remain high. Please take care in areas in the vicinity of the river, in particular avoid low lying roads and footpaths around Briggswath. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Monday morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2020 09:17
River Esk
This flood alert has been issued as levels on the lower River Esk have risen in response to rainfall overnight. Flooding of low lying land and roads in areas around Briggswath is possible today, 06/12/20. River levels at Briggswath are expected to peak at similar levels to those seen yesterday. Please take care in areas in the vicinity of the river, in particular avoid low lying roads and footpaths around Briggswath. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Sunday afternoon, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Dec 2020 20:51
River Esk
This flood alert has been issued as levels on the lower River Esk have risen in response to rainfall to today. Flooding of low lying land and roads in areas around Briggswath is possible this evening Friday 4th December. Little further rise in river levels at Briggswath is expected, but the river will remain high overnight. Please take care in areas in the vicinity of the river, in particular avoid low lying roads and footpaths around Briggswath. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Saturday morning, 05/12/20.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2020 01:23
River Esk
This flood alert has been issued as levels on the lower River Esk have risen in response to rainfall on Sunday. Flooding of low lying land and roads in areas around Briggswath is possible today, Monday 2nd November. Levels at Briggswath are falling but the river will remain high into this evening. Please take care in areas in the vicinity of the river, in particular avoid low lying roads and footpaths around Briggswath. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 16:36
River Esk
This flood alert has been issued as levels on the lower River Esk have risen in response to rainfall on Sunday. Flooding of low lying land and roads in areas around Briggswath is possible today, Monday 2nd November. Levels at Briggswath are falling but the river will remain high into this evening. Please take care in areas in the vicinity of the river, in particular avoid low lying roads and footpaths around Briggswath. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 07:31
River Esk
This flood alert has been issued as levels on the lower River Esk have risen in response to rainfall on Sunday. Flooding of low lying land and roads in areas around Briggswath is possible today, Monday 2nd November. Little further rise in river levels at Briggswath is expected, but the river will remain high into this afternoon. Please take care in areas in the vicinity of the river, in particular avoid low lying roads and footpaths around Briggswath. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Oct 2020 17:18
River Esk
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall upstream. Consequently, flooding of low-lying land and farmland is possible this evening, Tuesday 13/10/20. Levels have risen rapidly on the Esk at Briggswath but are expected to peak shortly before falling later this evening. Tides are currently low and are not expected to increase the flood risk overnight. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. Our incident staff are monitoring the situation and this message will be updated on Wednesday morning 14/10/20.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Aug 2020 05:24
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk catchment remains in force due to the rainfall that has fallen on Thursday 27/08/2020 and Friday 28/08/2020. The current river level at Lealholm is 1.3m and at Briggswath is 1.8m. River levels at Lealholm have now peaked and will continue to fall throughout Saturday 29/8/2020. Areas most at risk are around Briggswath, Ruswarp, Lealholm, Egton Bridge and low lying land and roads adjacent to watercourses. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated this afternoon on Saturday 29/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Aug 2020 21:45
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk catchment remains in force due to the rainfall that has fallen on Thursday 27/08/2020 and Friday 28/08/2020. The current river level at Briggswath is 2.6m and the level at Lealholm is 1.8m. River levels at Briggswath and Lealholm have now peaked and will start falling slowly overnight. Areas most at risk are around Briggswath, Ruswarp, Lealholm, Egton Bridge and low lying land and roads adjacent to watercourses. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated on the morning of Saturday 29/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Aug 2020 15:46
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk catchment remains in force as river levels are rising due to the rainfall that has fallen on Thursday 27/08/2020 and Friday 28/08/2020. The current river level at Briggswath is 2.12m and the level at Lealholm is 1.45m. The river levels are forecast to continue to rise during the rest of today, Friday 28/08/2020. Areas most at risk are around Briggswath, Ruswarp, Lealholm, Egton Bridge and low lying land and roads adjacent to watercourses. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated on the evening of Friday 28/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Aug 2020 09:28
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk catchment remains in force as river levels are starting to rise due to the rainfall that has fallen on Thursday 27/08/2020 and Friday 28/08/2020. The current river level at Briggswath is 1.8m and the level at Lealholm is 0.9m. The river levels are forecast to continue to rise throughout Friday 28/08/2020. Areas most at risk are around Briggswath, Ruswarp, Lealholm, Egton Bridge and low lying land and roads adjacent to watercourses. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated on Friday 28/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Aug 2020 06:31
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk catchment remains in force as river levels are starting to rise due to the rainfall that has fallen throughout the day on Thursday 27/08/2020. The current river level at Briggswath is 1.7m and the level at Lealholm is 0.5m. The river levels are forecast to continue to rise throughout Friday. Areas most at risk are around Briggswath, Ruswarp, Lealholm, Egton Bridge and low lying land and roads adjacent to watercourses. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated on the morning of Friday 28/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Aug 2020 20:55
River Esk
The flood alert for the River Esk catchment is being issued as river levels are starting to rise due to the rainfall that has fallen throughout the day on Thursday 27/08/2020. The current river level at Briggswath is 0.64m and the level at Lealholm is 0.32m. The river levels are forecast to continue to rise throughout Thursday night. Areas most at risk are around Briggswath, Ruswarp, Lealholm, Egton Bridge and low lying land and roads adjacent to watercourses. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated on the morning of Friday 28/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Aug 2020 08:28
River Esk
River levels remain high as a result of heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are Church Street between Castleton and Danby and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. River levels at Briggswath have fallen from an overnight peak of 1.6m, but could remain high this morning, Wednesday 26/08/2020, before falling again during the afternoon. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and checking defences. Please do not walk or drive through fast moving water and be aware rivers could rise very quickly even if it's not raining where you are.
This message will be updated on the afternoon of Wednesday 26/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Aug 2020 20:52
River Esk
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are Church Street between Castleton and Danby and the Moors National Park Centre between Lodge Lane and Lawns Road. We expect river levels at Briggswath to rise to 1.6m overnight from Tuesday 25/08/2020 into Wednesday 26/08/2020, before falling steadily through Wednesday. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and checking defences. Please do not walk or drive through fast moving water and be aware rivers could rise very quickly even if it's not raining where you are.
This message will be updated on the morning of Wednesday 26/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Jun 2020 19:44
River Esk
This flood alert remains in force in response to recent heavy rainfall across the North York Moors. River levels in the catchment are expected to remain high overnight but are steadily falling. Further rainfall is forecast in the early hours of Saturday 13/06/20, although significant impacts are not currently expected. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Jun 2020 12:38
River Esk
This flood alert remains in force in response to heavy and persistent rainfall overnight across the North York Moors. River levels in the catchment are responding and are expected to remain high throughout today due to on-going rainfall, Friday 12/6/2020. Areas most at risk are around Briggswath, Ruswarp, Lealholm, Egton Bridge and low lying land and roads adjacent to watercourses. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Jun 2020 20:43
River Esk
This flood alert has been issued due to forecast persistent heavy rain and showers, especially across eastern areas of higher ground on the North York Moors. River levels are forecast to rise and most catchments are expected to see some response overnight into Friday morning. Flood Warnings may be required in certain locations on Friday morning where the highest rainfall totals accumulate. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads adjacent to watercourses.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message tomorrow morning, Friday 12/6/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 05:12
River Esk
This flood alert remains in force following Storm Dennis. The level of the river Esk at Briggswath has fallen below levels of concern will continue falling into Monday, 17/02/2020. This flood alert will be removed during sociable hours, after 0700 hours this morning.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 21:18
River Esk
This flood alert remains in force following Storm Dennis. The level at Briggswath is currently 1.7m and will continue falling. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads around Briggswath. Please see the gov.uk website for up to date river levels. Our Incident Room is open and we are monitoring the situation closely. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 12:59
River Esk
This flood alert remains in force as river levels are high as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected during Sunday 16/02/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads around Briggswath. The level at Briggswath is currently 2.3m and falling. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 04:50
River Esk
This flood alert remains in force as river levels are forecast to rise overnight as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected this morning on Sunday 16/02/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads around Briggswath. We expect river levels to keep rising in to Sunday morning 16/02/2020. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and stay aware in case further warnings are issued. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 19:27
River Esk
This flood alert has been issued as river levels are forecast to rise overnight as a result of Storm Dennis. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected to start later this evening (Saturday 15/02/2020).
Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads around Briggswath.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast in two bands overnight on Saturday 15/02/2020. We expect river levels to keep rising overnight on Saturday 15/02/2020 and into Sunday morning 16/02/2020.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and stay aware in case further warnings are issued.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 01:31
River Esk
This flood alert remains in force for the River Esk due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. River levels remain high but have started to fall and are expected to continue falling overnight although further patchy rainfall is forecast. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are monitoring the situation closely. The Area Incident Room is open, and operational staff are out clearing trash screens. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 17:36
River Esk
This flood alert remains in force for the River Esk due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. There has been widespread heavy rain accompanied by high winds throughout Sunday 09/02/2020. River levels remain high but have started to fall and are expected to continue falling overnight although further patchy rainfall is forecast. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are monitoring the situation closely. The Area Incident Room is open, and operational staff are out clearing trash screens. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 08:19
River Esk
This flood alert remains in force for the River Esk due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. There will be widespread heavy rain accompanied by high winds throughout Sunday 09/02/2020. River levels are forecast to start responding on Sunday morning. River levels are expected to be high through Sunday and possibly on Monday. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are monitoring the situation closely. The Area Incident Room is open, and operational staff are out clearing trash screens. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 00:06
River Esk
This flood alert remains in force for the River Esk due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. There will be widespread heavy rain accompanied by high winds throughout Sunday 09/02/2020. River levels are forecast to start responding in the early hours of Sunday. The level of the Esk at Briggswath is expected to reach 1.3m at about 13:00 hours on Sunday and continue to rise, peaking at 1.64m at 15:45 hours. River levels are expected to be high through Sunday and possibly on Monday. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are monitoring the situation closely. The Area Incident Room is now open, and operational staff are out clearing trash screens. We will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 16:33
River Esk
We are issuing the flood alert for the River Esk due to forecast heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. Widespread heavy rain accompanied by high winds are forecast from Saturday evening, 08/02/2020 and overnight into Sunday. River levels are forecast to start responding in the early hours of Sunday, 09/02/2020. The level of the Esk at Briggswath is expected to reach 1.3m at about 13:00 hours on Sunday and continue to rise, peaking at 1.64m at 15:45 hours. River levels are expected to be high overnight on Saturday, through Sunday and possibly on Monday. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are monitoring the situation closely. The Area Incident Room is now open, and operational staff are out clearing trash screens. We will update this message in before 21:00 hours on Saturday 08/02/2020 or as the situation changes.