Flood Alert Info - Middle River Nidd catchment
Area Description
Land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike.
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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Flood Alert History
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2024 07:26
River Nidd
River levels are falling but remain high on the River Nidd due to recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries, including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. No further significant rainfall is expected today, Tuesday 30/01/24. 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 7:30pm on Tuesday 30/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2024 19:31
River Nidd
This alert has been issued as river levels are rising on the River Nidd due to recent heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries, including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. Rainfall is expected to continue today, Monday 29/01/2024, and river levels will stay high overnight into Tuesday 30/01/2024. 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 7:30am on Tuesday 30/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2024 05:24
River Nidd
River levels are high on the River Nidd due to rainfall associated with Storm Jocelyn. Areas most at risk include land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries, including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. River levels are now falling at Knaresborough and areas upstream of Knaresborough, and are expected to continue to fall through Wednesday 24/01/24. 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 5:00PM on Wednesday 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 17:13
River Nidd
This alert has been issued as river levels are rising on the River Nidd due to rainfall associated with Storm Jocelyn. Areas most at risk include land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries, including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. Rainfall is expected to continue today, Tuesday 23/01/2024 and river levels will stay high overnight 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 5:00am on Wednesday 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 06:48
River Nidd
River levels have risen rapidly on the River Nidd due to Storm Gerrit. Areas most at risk include land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries, including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. Further rainfall is forecast within the next few days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 2:40PM on Thursday 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 22:48
River Nidd
River levels have risen rapidly on the River Nidd due to Storm Gerrit. Areas most at risk include land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries, including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. Further rainfall is forecast within the next few days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 6:40AM on Thursday 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 13:00
River Nidd
River levels are rising rapidly on the River Nidd due to Storm Gerrit. Areas most at risk include land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries, including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. We are liaising with emergency services and local authorities. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 09:00PM on Wednesday 27/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 19:16
River Nidd
A flood alert has been issued for the Middle River Nidd catchment. River levels are responding to recent rainfall on an already wet catchment. Areas most at risk include land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. Levels are expected to remain high overnight and into tomorrow Sunday 10/12/23 and further rain is forecast. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 7:00am on Sunday 10/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 18:34
River Nidd
The flood alert for Middle River Nidd Catchment has been issued. Persistent rain is forecast to continue throughout today Thursday 7/12/2023 and overnight into Friday. Rivers will respond to this rainfall falling on already wet catchments. Further rainfall is forecast over the weekend. Areas most at risk include land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries, including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. 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 14 Nov 2023 21:00
River Nidd
The flood alert for the middle River Nidd catchment remains in force. River levels are peaking but will remain high through the night. Flooding is possible on low-lying land around the middle River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. We will continue to monitor river levels. This message will be updated at 9am on 15/11/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 13:36
River Nidd
The flood alert for the middle River Nidd catchment has been issued. River levels are rising in response to recent rainfall. Flooding is possible on low-lying land around the middle River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. We will continue to monitor river levels. This message will be updated at 9PM on 14/11/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 21:37
River Nidd
The flood alert for the middle River Nidd catchment remains in force. River levels are high but steady with some slight fluctuations in response to recent rainfall. Flooding is possible on low-lying land around the middle River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. We will continue to monitor river levels. This message will be updated at 9am on 14/11/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 19:27
River Nidd
The flood alert for the middle River Nidd catchment has been issued. River levels are rising in response to recent rainfall. Flooding is possible on low-lying land around the middle River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. We will continue to monitor river levels. This message will be updated at 9pm on 13/11/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2023 08:33
River Nidd
River levels remain high on the Middle River Nidd due to persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Flooding is possible on land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. 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 16:00 on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2023 02:07
River Nidd
River levels remain high on the middle river Nidd due to persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Flooding is possible on land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. 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 17:36
River Nidd
River levels are forecast to rise on the middle river Nidd due to persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Flooding is possible on Land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. 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 01:45 am on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 09:00
River Nidd
River levels are forecast to rise on the middle river Nidd due to persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Flooding is possible on Land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. 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 5PM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2022 18:04
River Nidd
The flood alert for the Middle River Nidd has been issued as rainfall forecast for Monday, 21/11/2022, is expected to cause levels to rise in the early hours of Tuesday morning, 22/11/2022. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Nidd, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly land around the middle River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike from around 5:00 AM on Tuesday. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and 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 21:46
River Nidd
River levels are rising on the river Nidd due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the river Nidd, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly land around the middle river Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike from 07:00PM tonight, Thursday 17/11/2022. Levels are expected to peak during the night. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening, but Friday and Saturday are expected to be largely dry. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 18/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 16:31
River Nidd
River levels are rising on the river Nidd due to heavy rainfall. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the river Nidd, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly land around the middle river Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike from 07:00PM tonight, Thursday 17/11/2022. Levels are expected to peak during the night. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the evening, but Friday and Saturday are expected to be largely dry. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 18/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 06:48
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force as river levels remains high on the River Nidd. Flooding is possible at land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. Further rainfall is forecast this morning and we expect to issue flood warnings in this area. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated this afternoon 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 06:06
River Nidd
River levels are rising rapidly on the River Nidd.
Flooding is possible at land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike from 05:45 AM on 20/02/2022.
Further rainfall is forecast this morning and we expect to issue flood warnings in this area.
Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation.
Start acting on your flood plan if you have one
Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 02:00 PM on 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2022 20:03
River Nidd
The flood alert for the Middle River Nidd has been issued. This is due to rising river levels in response to this afternoon’s heavy rainfall. Flooding of low lying land is expected on Wednesday evening 16th February 2022 and overnight into Thursday 17th February 2022. River levels are expected to fall during Thursday morning. Further heavy rainfall is expected on Friday. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. For a more detailed weather forecast for your area please see the Met Office www.metoffice.gov.uk. We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 08:00 AM on 17/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2021 20:38
River Nidd
The flood alert for the Middle River Nidd catchment has been issued due to rising river levels. This is in response to this afternoon and evening’s rainfall. Heavy rain 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 6 Feb 2021 23:51
River Nidd
The flood alert for the Middle River Nidd Catchment is now in force. River levels have risen as a result of recent rainfall and snowmelt. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from Saturday 06/02/2021. Areas most at risk are Land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. River Levels are starting to fall but will remain high overnight into Sunday 07/02/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 19:38
River Nidd
The flood alert for the Middle River Nidd Catchment is now in force. River levels have risen as a result of recent rainfall and snowmelt. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected today, Saturday 06/02/2021. Areas most at risk are Land around the Middle River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike.We expect river levels to remain high this evening and throughout the night. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 17:59
River Nidd
The flood alert for the Middle River Nidd Catchment is now in force. River levels have risen as a result of recent heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is expected today, Saturday 06/02/2021. Areas most at risk are land around the Upper River Nidd and its tributaries including How Stean Beck, Blayshaw Gill, Ramsgill Beck, Lul Beck, Foster Beck, Fosse Gill, Fell Beck and Darley Beck. We expect river levels to remain high this evening and throughout the night. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 03:03
River Nidd
The flood alert for the middle River Nidd catchment, including land around the River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike remains in force. Flooding of low-lying land and roads is possible on Thursday, 21/01/2021. The river level has started to fall but as rain is continuing, may rise again. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid low-lying land and footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 17:58
River Nidd
The flood alert for the middle River Nidd catchment, including land around the River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike remains in force. Flooding of low-lying land and roads is possible on Wednesday, 20/01/2021. The river level has started to increase again and with persistent and heavy rain forecast to continue through until Thursday 21/01/2021, we expect river levels to continue to rise. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid low-lying land and footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 09:59
River Nidd
The flood alert for the middle River Nidd catchment, including land around the River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike remains in force. Flooding of low-lying land and roads is possible on Wednesday, 20/01/2021. The river level is currently falling, however with persistent and heavy rain forecast to continue through until Thursday 21/01/2021, we expect river levels to remain high and could rise further. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid low-lying land and footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 02:16
River Nidd
The flood alert for the middle River Nidd catchment, including land around the River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike remains in force. Flooding of low-lying land and roads is possible overnight and into Wednesday morning, 20/01/2021. The river has risen in response to recent rainfall, with persistent and heavy rain forecast to continue through until Thursday 21/01/2021, we expect river levels to remain high and could rise further. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid low-lying land and footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 18:48
River Nidd
The flood alert has been issued for the middle River Nidd catchment, including land around the River Nidd and its tributaries including Thornton Beck, Newton Beck, Oak Beck, Cow Dyke Beck, Bilton Beck, Frogmire Dike and Syke Dike. Flooding of low-lying land and roads is possible today, Tuesday 19/01/2021. The river has risen in response to recent rainfall, and with persistent and heavy rain forecast to continue through until Thursday 21/01/2021 we expect river levels to remain high and could rise further. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and river levels. Please avoid low-lying land and footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours’ time or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 10:50
River Nidd
River levels have risen as a result of rainfall associated with Storm Bella. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today 27/12/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Scattered showers are expected over the course of the day. We expect river levels to remain high for the rest of the day. 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 in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 10:46
River Nidd
River levels have risen as a result of rainfall associated with Storm Bella. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today 27/12/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Scattered showers are expected over the course of the day. We expect river levels to remain high for the rest of the day. 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 in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.