Flood Warning Info - River Wharfe at Castley Lane
Area Description
Properties on Castley Lane from the A658 near Pool Bridge to Castley.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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There are no Flood Warnings currently in force for this area. See below for historical flood warnings.
Area Covered by this Flood Warning
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Flood Warning History
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2022 11:03
River Wharfe
The flood warning for the River Wharfe at Castley Lane remains in force. River levels have been dropping in the upper catchments, but are now rising due to local rainfall. Levels are not expected to rise much further or reach yesterday’s levels. We are not expecting large amounts of rainfall through today and expect to remove the flood warning later on. Areas at risk are locations near the River Wharfe, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties on Castley Lane from the A658 near Pool Bridge to Castley. We are monitoring river levels closely. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated later today, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2022 04:53
River Wharfe
A flood warning remains in force for River Nidd at Castley Lane due to recent heavy rainfall. River levels have fallen since yesterday but remain above normal. Areas at risk are locations near the River Wharfe, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around properties on Castley Lane from the A658 near Pool Bridge to Castley. We are monitoring river levels closely. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Showers are forecast for Monday 21/02/2022 and Tuesday 22/02/2022. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated on Monday afternoon.
Flood Warning issued on 20 Feb 2022 09:26
River Wharfe
A flood warning has been issued for River Nidd at Castley Lane as river levels are rising quickly. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Wharfe, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Properties on Castley Lane from the A658 near Pool Bridge to Castley. Further rainfall is expected for the rest of Sunday 20/02/2022 and into tomorrow Monday 21/02/2022. 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 20/02/2022.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2020 04:50
River Wharfe
Levels have fallen below levels of concern. Further rain is forecast over the next few days which may cause levels to rise again and we will reissue this warning if we are expecting properties to flood. Our area incident room remains open and we will continue to monitor the situation closely.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2020 21:56
River Wharfe
Levels are currently falling back to below levels of concern. Further rain is forecast over the next few days which may cause levels to rise again and we will reissue this warning if we are expecting properties to flood. Our area incident room remains open and we will continue to monitor the situation closely.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2020 14:29
River Wharfe
This flood warning remains in force due to continued high river levels. The river has peaked and will continue to gradually fall throughout this afternoon (22/02/2020). Areas of concern are properties on Castley Lane from the A658 near Pool Bridge to Castley. Further bands of rainfall are expected over the coming days and river levels are expected to rise and fall. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2020 06:45
River Wharfe
This flood warning remains in force due to continued high river levels. The river is expected to peak at 3.7m between 7am and 8am Saturday morning (22/02/2020) and gradually recede over the day. Areas of concern are properties on Castley Lane from the A658 near Pool Bridge to Castley. Further bands of rainfall are expected over the coming days and river levels are expected to rise and fall. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2020 23:10
River Wharfe
This flood warning has been issued due to quickly rising river levels in response to rainfall on Friday (21/02/20). The current river level at Pool Bridge is 2.4m and is expected to peak at a level of 3.7m between 6am and 7am on Saturday (22/02/20). Areas of concern are properties on Castley Lane from the A658 near Pool Bridge to Castley. Further bands of rainfall are expected over the coming days and river levels are expected to rise and fall. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. We will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 10 Feb 2020 05:27
River Wharfe
This flood warning remains in force for the River Wharfe at Castley Lane due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. River levels at Pool Bridge are falling steadily. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our Incident Room is open, and operational staff have been out clearing trash screens. We will update this in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Feb 2020 21:33
River Wharfe
This flood warning remains in force for the River Wharfe at Castley Lane due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. Widespread heavy rain accompanied by high winds overnight on Sunday, 09/02/2020 caused rivers and watercourses to rise. The level of the River Wharfe at Castley Lane is now around 3.7m and is forecast to begin falling overnight. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our Incident Room is open, and operational staff have been out clearing trash screens. We will update this in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 9 Feb 2020 14:10
River Wharfe
We are issuing the flood warning for River Wharfe at Castley Lane due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. Widespread heavy rain accompanied by high winds overnight on Saturday continuing into Sunday afternoon, 09/02/2020 are causing rivers and watercourses to rise. The level of the River Wharfe at Castley Lane is now 3.56m and is forecast to continue to rise through Sunday afternoon, peaking at about 3.83m in the early evening. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our Incident Room is open, and operational staff are out clearing trash screens. We will update this in 8 hours or as the situation changes.