Flood Alert Info - Upper River Swale
Area Description
Low lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge, and the B6270 at Low Whita are expected to flood.
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 16 Oct 2024 16:27
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
Heavy rainfall today and later this evening means that river levels are rising this evening, Wednesday 16/10/2024 and overnight in Swaledale.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near Arkle Beck, the River Swale, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around Arkle Beck and low-lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge, and the B6270 at Low Whita.
No further significant rainfall is expected during Thursday, with levels expected to fall during the day.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 17/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Sep 2024 16:57
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels have risen on Thursday in response to heavy persistent rainfall. Areas most at risk include locations near the Arkle Beck, River Swale, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge, and the B6270 at Low Whita. Further heavy rainfall is expected this evening, Thursday, 26/09/2024, and consequently river levels are expected to remain high before falling on Friday morning. 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 26 Sep 2024 09:53
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
Heavy rainfall during Thursday morning, 26/09/2024 may lead to flooding. Areas most at risk include locations near the Arkle Beck, River Swale, with low lying land and roads expected to be most affected, particularly around low lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge, and the B6270 at Low Whita. Further heavy rainfall is expected today, Thursday, 26/09/2024. We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 5:00 PM on 26/09/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 May 2024 20:52
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are rising on Arkle Beck, River Swale due to recent thunderstorms today, Sunday 26/05/2024.
Areas most at risk include low-lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge and the B6270 at Low Whita are expected to flood. Further thunderstorms are forecast throughout the evening.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 09:00am on Monday 27/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 20:46
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are rising on the upper river Swale due to rainfall today, Wednesday 22/05/2024. Flooding is possible on low-lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge, and on the B6270 at Low Whita. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through floodwater. Consider putting your flood plan into action. We will continue to monitor river levels. This message will be updated by 9:00am on Thursday 23/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 17:55
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are rising on the upper river Swale due to rainfall today, Wednesday 22/05/2024. Flooding is possible on low-lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge, and on the B6270 at Low Whita. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through floodwater. Consider putting your flood plan into action. We will continue to monitor river levels. This message will be updated by 6:00am on Thursday 23/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2024 21:44
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels have risen on Arkle Beck and the River Swale due to rainfall today, Monday 29/01/2024. Flooding is possible on low-lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge, and on the B6270 at Low Whita. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through floodwater. Consider putting your flood plan into action. We will continue to monitor river levels. This message will be updated by 10:00am on Tuesday 30/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2024 09:59
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are due to rise on Arkle Beck and the River Swale due to rainfall today, Monday 29/01/2024. Flooding is possible on low-lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge, and on the B6270 at Low Whita. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through floodwater. Consider putting your flood plan into action. We will continue to monitor river levels. This message will be updated by 10pm on Monday 29/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2024 02:58
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
Levels remain high on Arkle Beck and the River Swale due to rainfall associated with Storm Jocelyn. Flooding is possible on low-lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge, and on the B6270 at Low Whita. Further heavy showers are possible in the early hours of Wednesday 24/01/24, but levels in areas upstream of Catterick are now falling and are expected to continue to fall into Wednesday morning. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through floodwater. Consider putting your flood plan into action. We will continue to monitor river levels. This message will be updated by 3:00PM on Wednesday 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 15:11
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
Levels are rising on Arkle Beck and the River Swale due to rainfall associated with Storm Jocelyn. Flooding is possible on low-lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge, and on the B6270 at Low Whita. Further rainfall is expected today, Tuesday 23/01/2024 and river levels will stay high into Wednesday 24/01/2024. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through floodwater. Consider putting your flood plan into action. We will continue to monitor river levels. This message will be updated by 3:00am on Wednesday 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2024 12:36
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This alert has been issued as river levels are rising on, Arkle Beck and the River Swale, due to rainfall associated with Storm Isha. Flooding is possible on low-lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge, and on the B6270 at Low Whita. Further rainfall is forecast overnight and into Monday 22/01/2024. Please 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 1PM on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 02:06
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are rising on Arkle Beck and the River Swale, due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Gerritt. Flooding is possible on low-lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge and on the B6270 at Low Whita. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days and into the weekend. Please 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 10:30AM on 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 18:28
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are rising on Arkle Beck, River Swale, due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Gerritt. Flooding is possible on low-lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge and on the B6270 at Low Whita. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days and into the weekend. Please 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 06:00, 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 06:50
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are expected to rise on the Arkle Beck, River Swale, due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible on low-lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge and on the B6270 at Low Whita. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days and into the weekend. Please 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 14:30 on Wednesday, 27/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2023 18:33
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are expected to rise on the Arkle Beck, River Swale due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible at Low lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge, and the B6270 at Low Whita are expected to flood. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days and into the weekend. Our incident rooms will be opening and we are closely monitoring the situation. 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 06:30AM on Wednesday 27/12/23 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 21:34
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert for Upper River Swale remains in force following persistent rainfall throughout Thursday 7/12/2023. Rivers are responding to this rainfall falling on already wet catchments. Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend. Areas most at risk include low lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge, and the B6270 at Low Whita, which are expected to flood. 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 14:00
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert for Upper River Swale has been issued. Persistent rain is forecast throughout today Thursday 7/12/2023. Rivers will respond to this rainfall on already wet catchments. Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend.
Areas most at risk include Low lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge, and the B6270 at Low Whita are expected to flood.
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 13 Nov 2023 20:44
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert remains in force for the upper River Swale. River levels remain high due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible on low lying land around the River Swale and tributaries. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 9am, on 14/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 15:13
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are rising on the upper river Swale due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is possible on low lying land around the river Swale and tributaries. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 9pm on 13/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2023 02:07
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels remain high on the upper river Swale due to persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Flooding is possible on low lying land around the river Swale and tributaries. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 2pm on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 16:48
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the upper river Swale due to persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Flooding is possible on low lying land around the river Swale and tributaries. Confidence of locations most at risk is currently low. We will update this message as details become clear. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 00:00 am on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 08:29
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the upper river Swale due to persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Flooding is possible on low lying land around the river Swale and tributaries. Confidence of locations most at risk is currently low. We will update this message as details become clear. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 4PM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 01:25
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the upper river Swale due to overnight rainfall associated with Storm Babet.
Flooding is possible on low lying land around the river Swale and tributaries. Confidence of locations most at risk is currently low. We will update this message as details become clear.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Friday, 20/10/2023. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 1:00 PM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2023 17:57
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the upper River Swale due to overnight rainfall associated with Storm Barbet.
Flooding is possible on low lying land around The River Swale 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 15 Jul 2023 21:13
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
Rivers and becks in Swaledale have started to respond following prolonged rainfall during Saturday 15th July, and as a result it's possible that flood alert triggers may be reached overnight into Sunday morning, before falling later in the day. Low lying land near to watercourses will be affected, particularly in the areas from Upper Swaledale to the Catterick Bridge area. We do not currently expect to issue any Flood Warnings.
Further scattered showers will fall overnight and through Sunday.
We will continue to monitor levels closely.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 16/07/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jun 2023 21:05
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
Areas across the River Swale and Arkle Beck 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 Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
Areas across the River Swale and Arkle Beck 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 21 Nov 2022 17:55
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert for the Upper River Swale 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 low lying roads and footpaths near Arkle Beck, around Reeth, from late Monday evening overnight into Tuesday morning, 22/11/2022. Levels are forecast to fall later on Tuesday. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Avoid low lying footpaths, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Tuesday 22/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 21:04
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert for the Upper River Swale remains in force as river levels remain high due to prolonged rainfall throughout Thursday, 17/11/2022. Flooding is expected to affect low lying roads and footpaths around the River Swale and tributaries, in particular near Arkle Beck, around Reeth, overnight Thursday and into Friday. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, avoid low lying footpaths, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Friday and Saturday are expected to be largely dry, before some further rain showers on Sunday into Monday. We are monitoring the situation closely. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Friday 18/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 11:08
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert for the Upper River Swale is in force as river levels are rising due to prolonged rainfall overnight and this morning, Thursday 7/11/2022. Flooding is forecast to affect low lying roads and footpaths around the River Swale and tributaries, in particular near Arkle Beck, around Reeth, throughout Thursday and into Friday. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, avoid low lying footpaths, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Further rainfall is forecast during the day on Thursday which will keep river levels high. Friday and Saturday are expected to be largely dry, before some further rain showers on Sunday into Monday. We are monitoring the situation closely. This message will be updated by 10:00 PM on Thursday 17/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2022 16:50
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert for the Upper River Swale has been issued as river levels are forecast to rise in the early hours of Thursday morning 17/11/2022, due to heavy rainfall on Wednesday night 16/11/2022. Flooding is forecast to affect low lying roads and footpaths near Arkle Beck, around Reeth, from the early hours of Thursday morning onwards. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, avoid low lying footpaths, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Further rainfall is forecast during the day on Thursday which will keep river levels high. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on Thursday 17/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2022 21:32
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the Arkle Beck, River Swale due to rainfall expected overnight on Monday 31/10/2022 into Tuesday 1/11/2022. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Arkle Beck, River Swale including low lying roads and footpaths overnight and into Tuesday morning 01/11/22. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days and river levels will fluctuate.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 09:00 on 1/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2022 15:47
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the Arkle Beck, River Swale due to rainfall expected overnight on Monday 31/10/2022. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Arkle Beck, River Swale including low lying roads and footpaths overnight and into Tuesday morning 01/11/22. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days and river levels will fluctuate.
We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 10:00 PM on 31/10/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 04:41
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert remains in force for the Upper River Swale. Water levels have dropped and the river is now below levels of concern. However, there may still be standing water, particularly on low lying land near rivers. We are monitoring the forecast and are expecting to remove this alert on Tuesday morning 22/02/22. 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 on Tuesday morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 21:09
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert remains in force for the Upper River Swale. Water levels have dropped and the river is now below levels of concern. However, there may still be standing water, particularly on low lying land near rivers. We are monitoring the forecast and are expecting to remove this alert on Tuesday morning 22/02/22. 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 0900 on Tuesday morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 06:48
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert remains in force for the Upper River Swale. Heavy rainfall has fallen during Sunday 20/02/2022 and further rainfall is expected on Monday 21/02/2022. Flooding of low lying land near Arkle Beck and River Swale is expected, particularly around Low lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge, and the B6270 at Low Whita. We are monitoring river 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 this afternoon 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 07:30
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
A flood alert has been issued for the Upper River Swale. Heavy rainfall has fallen in the early hours of Sunday 20/02/2022 and will continue through most of the day. This will be followed by showers and further rainfall on Monday 21/02/2022. Large amounts of rainfall are expected to fall on already wet catchments and river levels are rising. Flooding of low lying land near Arkle Beck and River Swale is expected, particularly around Low lying land in the vicinity of Grinton Bridge, and the B6270 at Low Whita. We are monitoring river 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 this afternoon 20/02/2002.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2021 20:39
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert for the Upper River Swale has been issued due to rising river levels. This is in response to this afternoon and evening’s rainfall. Heavy rainfall is expected to continue through the night into Friday morning.
Some flood warnings may be required and we will continue to monitor the situation.
Further rainfall is forecast for Friday. For a more detailed weather forecast for your area please see the Met Office www.metoffice.gov.uk.
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 9am on Friday 31st December 2021
Flood Alert issued on 27 Oct 2021 20:14
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert for Upper River Swale has now been issued. River levels have risen as a result of persistent heavy rainfall on Wednesday 27th October. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected on Wednesday night and Thursday morning, 28th October. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Further rain is forecast during Thursday and Friday. 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 tomorrow morning, Thursday 28th October, or as the situation changes. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Mar 2021 21:23
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The Flood Alert for the Upper Swale remains in force. River levels in the upper catchment are rising again in response to this evenings rainfall. River levels in the Reeth and Grinton Bridge areas could reach levels that may cause localised flooding, between 10pm this evening and 6am tomorrow, Monday 29th March. Consequently, flooding of low lying roads and farmland remains possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Our incident response staff continue to closely monitor the forecast. Please 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 28 Mar 2021 17:14
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The Flood Alert for the Upper Swale remains in force. Whilst river levels in the upper catchment are currently falling, they are expected to begin to rise again in response to this evenings rainfall. River levels in the Reeth and Grinton Bridge areas could reach levels that may cause localised flooding between 7 pm this evening and 6 am tomorrow, Monday 29th March. Consequently, flooding of low lying roads and farmland remains possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Our incident response staff continue to 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 28 Mar 2021 08:46
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The Flood Alert for the Upper Swale remains in force as river levels in the upper catchment have risen rapidly in the last few hours in response to the heavy rainfall last night. River levels in the Reeth, Grinton and Richmond areas will continue to rise for the next couple of hours. However, we expect to see river levels begin to fall again before lunchtime. Consequently, flooding of low lying roads and farmland in the Reeth, Grinton Bridge and Richmond area remains possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Further heavy rainfall is also forecast for later today, Sunday 28th March which may cause river levels in the upper catchment to rise again this afternoon and evening. Our incident response staff continue to closely monitor 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 27 Mar 2021 20:13
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The Flood Alert for the Upper Swale has been issued as river levels are forecast to rise in response to the heavy rainfall that is forecast tonight. Consequently, flooding of low lying roads and farmland in the Reeth and Grinton Bridge areas is possible from 3am tomorrow morning, Sunday 28th March 2021, until lunch-time. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Further heavy rainfall is also forecast on Sunday afternoon and evening which may result in a second rise in river levels later on Sunday. Our incident response staff continue to closely monitor the forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 28/03/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2021 21:19
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert remains in force for the Upper River Swale. Whilst river levels have fallen, further rain is forecast and levels are expected to rise again, this is not however expected to be significant. 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 before 9am tomorrow morning, Saturday 13/03/21.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2021 16:36
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert remains in force for the Upper River Swale. Whilst river levels are falling, they continue to respond to recent persistent rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Further rainfall is forecast for this evening, 12/03/21, and into tomorrow and levels in the area are likely to rise, although we do not expect this to be significant. 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 evening, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2021 08:27
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert remains in force for the Upper River Swale. Whilst river levels are falling they continue to respond to recent persistent rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. 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. 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 Alert issued on 11 Mar 2021 21:30
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
A flood alert remains in force for the Upper River Swale. Whilst river levels are falling they continue to respond to recent persistent rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. 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. 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 before 9am tomorrow morning, 12/03/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2021 15:36
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
A flood alert remains in force for the Upper River Swale. River levels continue to respond to recent persistent rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. 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. 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 Thursday evening, 11/03/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2021 07:47
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert remains in force for the Upper Swale. River levels are responding to recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Further rainfall is forecast for today and tomorrow which may keep river levels high. We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 10 Mar 2021 20:39
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert has been issued as river levels in the Upper Swale are rising as a result of today’s rainfall, and further rainfall is forecast overnight Wednesday, 10/03/2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 11/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2021 09:22
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert for the Upper River Swale remains in force,due to rain overnight on Friday night and further forecast rain through Saturday. River levels have risen overnight on Friday, and into the early hours of Saturday, 20/02/2021. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible, particularly around Reeth and Catterick Bridge. 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 Saturday evening, 20/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2021 20:36
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert for the Upper River Swale is now in force, as river levels are expected to rise in response to rain overnight. River levels are expected to rise overnight on Friday, and into the early hours of Saturday, 20/02/2021. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible, particularly around Reeth. 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 Saturday morning, 20/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 04:32
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert for the upper River Swale remains in force as river levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible today, Thursday 21/01/2021. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast until early this morning. 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 19:36
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert for the upper River Swale remains in force as river levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible today, Wednesday 20/01/2021 and Thursday 21/01/2021. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast until early Thursday. 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 flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 11:47
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert for the upper River Swale remains in force as river levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall on Monday and Tuesday. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible today, Wednesday 20/01/2021. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast until early 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 flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 04:40
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert for the upper River Swale remains in force as river levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall on Monday and Tuesday. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible today, Wednesday 20/01/2021. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast until early 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 flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 21:00
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert has been issued as river levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall on Monday 18/01/2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, Tuesday and overnight into Wednesday 20/01/2021. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast until early 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 flood water. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Jan 2021 05:13
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert for the Upper River Swale remains in force as river levels have responded to recent rainfall and snowmelt. River levels are expected to continue falling overnight and into Tuesday morning, 12/01/2021. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible, particularly around Reeth. 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 21:11
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert for the Upper River Swale has been issued as river levels are responding to recent rainfall and snowmelt. River levels will continue to rise overnight on Monday 11/01/2021 and into the early hours of Tuesday morning, 12/01/2021. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible, particularly around Reeth. 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 26 Dec 2020 20:28
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
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 21:00 on 26/12/2020. 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 18 Dec 2020 19:14
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall on the upper river catchment. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this evening, Friday, 18th December 2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads.
We expect river levels to remain high on Saturday 19th December 2020.
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 plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated on Saturday morning 19th December 2020.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2020 01:54
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert remains in force for the upper River Swale in response to recent heavy rainfall. River levels in the upper catchments have peaked and are falling, Tuesday 3rd November. Flooding of low-lying land, roads and footpaths remains possible. Please take care in areas in the vicinity of the river, in particular avoid low lying footpaths around the River Swale and smaller becks in the Reeth and Richmond areas. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Tuesday or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 19:00
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert remains for the upper River Swale in response to heavy rainfall overnight on Sunday into Monday morning. River levels in the upper catchments have peaked and have fallen today, Monday 2nd November. Further rainfall is expected overnight, and river levels will fluctuate in response. Flooding of low-lying land, roads and footpaths remains possible. Please take care in areas in the vicinity of the river, in particular avoid low lying footpaths around the River Swale and smaller becks in the Reeth and Richmond areas. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Monday afternoon or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 11:29
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert remains for the upper River Swale in response to heavy rainfall overnight on Sunday into Monday morning. River levels in the upper catchments have peaked and are falling this morning, Monday 2nd November. Further rainfall is expected on Monday, and river levels will fluctuate through the day. Flooding of low-lying land, roads and footpaths remains possible. Please take care in areas in the vicinity of the river, in particular avoid low lying footpaths around the River Swale and smaller becks in the Reeth and Richmond areas. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Monday afternoon or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2020 20:49
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert has been issued as levels on the upper River Swale are rising in response to heavy rainfall on Sunday. Flooding of low-lying land, roads and footpaths is possible today, Sunday 1st November and tomorrow Monday 2nd November. River levels are expected to rise on Sunday night and peak in the early hours of Monday morning. Please take care in areas in the vicinity of the river, in particular avoid low lying footpaths around the River Swale and smaller becks in the Reeth and Richmond areas. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Monday morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Aug 2020 15:35
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The Upper River Swale flood alert is still in force as river levels have risen around Grinton Bridge and Reeth as a result of heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. We expect river levels to remain high for the rest of today, Friday 28/08/2020. We do not currently expect to issue any Flood Warnings in this area, however 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 plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. 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 09:47
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
The flood alert has been issued as levels in the Upper Swale catchment respond to rainfall. River levels are rising around Grinton Bridge and Reeth. We do not currently expect to issue any Flood Warnings in this area, however, with further rainfall expected during the day we are monitoring the situation closely and will update this message accordingly. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Jun 2020 20:46
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert has been issued due to forecast persistent heavy rain and showers, especially across areas of higher ground. River levels are forecast to rise and most catchments are expected to see some response overnight into Friday morning (12/06/2020).
Flood Warnings may be required in certain locations where the highest rainfall totals accumulate. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, including those around Arkle Beck in Reeth.
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 15 Mar 2020 08:13
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
Rainfall on Saturday night has caused river levels to rise. The level has now peaked at Grinton and will fall through Sunday 15/03/2020. No further significant rainfall is expected in the next 24 hours, and our incident staff are monitoring the situation closely. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Mar 2020 19:16
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert has been issued as rainfall on Saturday night is expected to cause river levels to rise in the early hours of Sunday morning. Our incident staff are monitoring the situation closely and will issue flood warnings for specific areas if they are required. Please be aware that river and beck levels in this area can rise rapidly. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads. This message will be updated on Sunday morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Mar 2020 04:10
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are expected to rise as a result of forecast rainfall overnight into early Sunday morning (08/03/20) and we are issuing this flood alert as a precaution. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible overnight into Sunday morning. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads around Reeth and Grinton Bridge. We expect river levels to remain high into Sunday morning. We do not currently expect to need to issue flood warnings for the upper River Swale overnight, however we will continue to monitor the situation closely. River levels are then expected to fall into Sunday afternoon. Further rainfall is forecast for Monday and we will update this message accordingly.
This message will be updated on Sunday morning, 08/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Mar 2020 20:36
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are expected to rise as a result of forecast rainfall overnight into early Sunday morning (08/03/20) and we are issuing this flood alert as a precaution. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and roads is possible overnight into Sunday morning. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads around Reeth and Grinton Bridge. We expect river levels to remain high into Sunday morning. We do not currently expect to need to issue flood warnings for the upper River Swale overnight, however we will continue to monitor the situation closely. River levels are then expected to fall into Sunday afternoon. Further rainfall is forecast for Monday and we will update this message accordingly.
This message will be updated on Sunday morning, 08/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 01:20
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert has been issued in response to recent snow and rainfall. River levels are falling on the River Swale at Grinton Bridge and Arkle Beck around Reeth. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Areas most at risk are low-lying roads and footpaths close to watercourses. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels, and stay aware of your surroundings, as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 17:10
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert has been issued in response to recent snow and rainfall overnight on Sunday and into Monday 24/02/2020. River levels are rising on the River Swale around Grinton Bridge, and on Arkle Beck around Reeth. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Areas most at risk are low-lying roads and footpaths close to watercourses. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels, and stay aware of your surroundings, as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 03:45
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert remains in force in response to heavy rainfall on Friday (21/02/2020). River levels are rising on the River Swale around Grinton Bridge, and on Arkle Beck around Reeth. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Further significant bands of rainfall are expected over the coming days, and river levels will rise and fall. Areas most at risk are low-lying roads and footpaths close to watercourses. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels, and stay aware of your surroundings, as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 20:08
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert has been issued in response to heavy rainfall on Friday (21/02/2020). River levels are rising on the River Swale around Grinton Bridge, and on Arkle Beck around Reeth. Flooding of low lying land and roads is possible. Further significant bands of rainfall are expected over the coming days, and river levels will rise and fall. Areas most at risk are low-lying roads and footpaths close to watercourses. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels, and stay aware of your surroundings, as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 12:05
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert has been issued in response to heavy rainfall on Thursday morning (20/02/2020). River levels are rising on the River Swale around Grinton Bridge and on Arkle Beck around Reeth. Whilst flooding of low lying land and roads is possible, we do not expect to issue flood warnings for the upper River Swale for the next 24 hours. Further significant bands of rainfall are expected over the coming days, and river levels will rise and fall. River levels upstream of Catterick Bridge are expected to peak on Thursday afternoon, however they are expected to be below levels of significant concern. Areas most at risk are low-lying roads and footpaths close to watercourses as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 03:39
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert remains in force due to high river levels as a result of Storm Dennis. River levels are forecast to rise overnight into Thursday morning, 20/2/2020, as a result of rainfall during the day. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days. River levels will rise and fall following each band of rain. We are closely monitoring the situation and the forecast, our Area Incident Room remains open. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for current river levels. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2020 19:42
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels are forecast to rise overnight on Wednesday (19/02/20) as a result of rainfall during the day. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days. River levels will rise and fall following each band of rain.
We are closely monitoring the situation and the forecast, our Area Incident Room remains open.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and see the GOV.UK website for current river levels. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 04:54
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert remains in force as a result of forecast rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. River levels in the upper Swale catchment are now rising in response to rainfall on Saturday 15/02/2020. Levels will continue to rise overnight into Sunday 16/02/2020. For the latest river levels, please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. 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 19:49
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert remains in force as a result of forecast rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. River levels in the upper Swale catchment are now rising in response to rainfall on Saturday 15/02/2020. Levels will continue to rise overnight into Sunday 16/02/2020. For the latest river levels, please see the gov.uk website. We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room is open. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. 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 17:15
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert remains in force as a result of forecast rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. River levels in the upper catchment remain high and we expect levels to rise further on Saturday 15/02/2020 and overnight into Sunday 16/02/2020. 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 Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 09:19
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert is being issued as a result of forecast rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. We expect river levels to start to rise throughout the upper catchment this morning and during this afternoon on Saturday 15.2.20. 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 Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 01:19
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert remains in force for the Upper River Swale due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. River levels are now falling in the upper parts of the catchment. 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 17:20
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert remains in force for the Upper River Swale 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 have risen after rainfall in the early hours on Sunday morning, at Reeth. River levels ar now falling although further patchy showers are expected into next week. 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 08:20
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert remains in force for the Upper River Swale 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 have risen after rainfall in the early hours on Sunday morning, at Reeth. River levels are expected to be high along most of the upper Swale Catchment on Sunday. 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 Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This flood alert remains in force for the Upper River Swale 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 on Sunday morning, at Reeth. River levels are expected to be high along most of the upper Swale Catchment on Sunday. 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 8 Feb 2020 16:22
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
We are issuing the flood alert for the Upper River Swale 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 by 0130 hours on Sunday, 09/02/2020 at Reeth. River levels are expected to be high along most of the upper Swale Catchment overnight and on Sunday. 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 before 9pm.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 11:54
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
We are issuing the flood alert for the Upper River Swale 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 by 0130 hours on Sunday, 09/02/2020 at Reeth. River levels are expected to be high along most of the upper Swale Catchment overnight and on Sunday.
Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
We are monitoring the situation closely. The Area Incident Room will be open from Saturday afternoon, and operational staff are out clearing trash screens.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2019 18:35
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
River levels have risen quickly since 4pm today, Tuesday 10th December, as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible on Tuesday evening. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, including those around Arkle Beck and Grinton Bridge. We expect river levels to remain high overnight into Wednesday morning. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 9am on Wednesday 11th December, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2019 20:00
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This alert has been issued as levels in the River Swale are expected to rise overnight on Sunday 8th December into Monday 9th December 2019, as a result of recent rainfall. The area most at risk are low lying land and roads around Reeth. Levels are expected to peak in the early hours of Monday morning and then begin falling throughout Monday. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are closely monitoring the situation. We will update this message on Monday morning, 9/12/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2019 19:25
River Swale, Gilling Beck, Skeeby Beck
This alert has been issued as levels on the River Swale are expected to rise overnight on Saturday 7th December into Sunday 8th December. Heavy rainfall is forecast overnight over the Pennines, which is expected to cause rivers to rise in response. The areas more at risk are low lying land and roads around Reeth and Grinton. Levels are expected to peak in the early hours of Sunday morning and then begin falling throughout Sunday. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. We are closely monitoring the situation. We will update this message on Sunday morning, or as the situation changes.