Flood Warning Info - River Ouse at York - Fulford and Fordlands Road
Area Description
Riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding.
This is a Flood Warning Area. For this area, you may receive Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings.
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Historical Flood Warnings for this Area
Flood Warning issued on 26 Jan 2024 07:01
River Ouse
River levels have peaked and are falling on the River Ouse following rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around riverside properties in Fulford, from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Levels are expected to stay high for a few days. 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. This message will be updated by 2:30PM on Friday 26/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Jan 2024 22:30
River Ouse
River levels have peaked and are falling on the River Ouse following rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around riverside properties in Fulford, from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Levels are expected to stay high for a few days. 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. This message will be updated by 6:30AM on Friday 26/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Jan 2024 17:00
River Ouse
River levels have peaked on the River Ouse following rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Levels are expected to stay high for a few days. 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. This message will be updated by 1:00am on Friday 26/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Jan 2024 09:20
River Ouse
River levels are peaking on the River Ouse following rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Levels are expected to stay high for a few days. 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. This message will be updated by 5:00pm on Thursday 25/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Jan 2024 01:34
River Ouse
River levels are rising slowly on the River Ouse due to rainfall associated with Storm Isha and Jocelyn. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Levels are not expected to rise much further and will peak on Thursday morning 25/01/2024. 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. This message will be updated by 09:15am on Thursday 25/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 14:50
River Ouse
River levels have begun to fall but remain high on the River Ouse following rainfall associated with Storm Henk, falling on a very wet catchment. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Some light showers are forecast over the next few days and we expect levels to remain high. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 11PM on Thursday 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Jan 2024 06:55
River Ouse
River levels have peaked on the River Ouse, following rainfall associated with Storm Henk falling on a very wet catchment. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Further showers are forecast over the next few days and we expect levels to remain high. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 3PM on Thursday 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Jan 2024 22:55
River Ouse
River levels are peaking on the River Ouse due to rainfall associated with Storm Henk falling on a very wet catchment. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Further showers are forecast over the next few days and we expect levels to remain high. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 07:00 AM on Thursday 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Jan 2024 15:00
River Ouse
River levels are rising slowly on the River Ouse due to rainfall associated with Storm Henk, falling on a very wet catchment. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Further showers are forecast over the next few days and we expect levels to remain high. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 11:00pm on Wednesday 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Jan 2024 07:16
River Ouse
River levels are rising slowly on the River Ouse due to rainfall associated with Storm Henk falling on a very wet catchment. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Further showers are forecast over the next few days and we expect levels to remain high. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 03:00pm on Wednesday 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 2 Jan 2024 23:00
River Ouse
River levels are rising slowly on the River Ouse due to rainfall associated with Storm Henk falling on a very wet catchment. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, particularly around riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Further light rainfall is forecast over the coming days and we expect levels to continue rising slowly overnight. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Please put your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 07:00am on Wednesday 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 31 Dec 2023 02:55
River Ouse
River levels have peaked at York Viking Recorder and levels are slowly falling. Flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse in York, particularly in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 11:00am on Sunday 31/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Dec 2023 19:14
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse due to Storm Gerrit. River levels have peaked at York Viking Recorder and levels are slowly falling. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low-lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 3:00am on Sunday 31/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Dec 2023 11:00
River Ouse
River levels remain high on the River Ouse due to Storm Gerrit. River levels have peaked at York Viking Recorder and levels are slowly falling. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low-lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 7:00PM on Saturday 30/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 30 Dec 2023 03:53
River Ouse
River levels are high on the River Ouse due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low-lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 12:00PM on Saturday 30/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Dec 2023 19:59
River Ouse
River levels are high on the River Ouse due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low-lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 4:00am on Saturday 30/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 29 Dec 2023 11:59
River Ouse
River levels are high on the River Ouse due to Storm Gerrit. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low-lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. Our incident rooms are open 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 8:00PM on Friday 29/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 12 Dec 2023 07:30
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York, Fulford and Fordlands Road. The River Ouse remains high in response to heavy rainfall and has peaked at approximately 4.2m.
Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by the road flooding. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected.
Put your flood plan into action and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. The Foss Barrier is operating and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Levels are expected to fall throughout today, Tuesday 12/12/2023. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels.
This message will be updated by 07:00pm on 12/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Dec 2023 23:26
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York, Fulford and Fordlands Road. The River Ouse remains high in response to heavy rainfall and has peaked at approximately 4.2m. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by the road flooding. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. Put your flood plan into action and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. The Foss Barrier is operating and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Levels are expected to fall throughout Tuesday 12/12/2023. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated by 07:30am on 12/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 11 Dec 2023 15:41
River Ouse
This flood warning has been issued for the River Ouse at York, Fulford and Fordlands Road. The River Ouse is rising in response to heavy rainfall and is forecast to peak tonight, Monday evening 11/12/2023 at a level of approximately 4.2m. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by the road flooding. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. Put your flood plan into action and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. The Foss Barrier is operating and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated by 11:30pm this evening 11/12/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2022 12:53
River Ouse
The flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York, Fulford and Fordlands Road. The River Ouse has peaked at a level of 4.58m on Tuesday 22/02/22. The river levels are now beginning to fall slowly. Flooding remains a risk near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated by 9PM on Wednesday 23/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2022 04:26
River Ouse
The flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York, Fulford and Fordlands Road. The River Ouse has peaked at a level of 4.58m on Tuesday 22/02/22. The river levels are now beginning to fall slowly. Flooding remains a risk near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated on Wednesday afternoon 23/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2022 20:45
River Ouse
The flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York, Fulford and Fordlands Road. The River Ouse has peaked at a level of 4.58m. We expect the river to remain high overnight and then fall slowly. At flood risk are locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, Wednesday 23/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2022 13:19
River Ouse
The flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York, Fulford and Fordlands Road. The river Ouse at York is peaking at a level of 4.58 m. We expect the river to stay at this level for most of today and then fall slowly. At flood risk are locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated this evening 22/02/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2022 03:32
River Ouse
The flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York, Fulford and Fordlands Road. The River Ouse is rising in response to this weekend’s rainfall and is forecast to peak on Tuesday morning, 22/2/2022 at a level of approximately 4.7m - 5m. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2022 20:51
River Ouse
The flood warning remains in force for the River Ouse at York, Fulford and Fordlands Road. The River Ouse is rising in response to this weekend’s rainfall and is forecast to peak morning, Tuesday 22/2/2022 at a level of approximately 4.7m - 5m. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated by 0900 Tuesday morning
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2022 13:39
River Ouse
A flood warning has been issued for the River Ouse at York, Fulford and Fordlands Road. The river Ouse is rising in response to this weekend’s rainfall and is forecast to peak morning Tuesday 22/2/2022 at a level of approximately 4.5m - 5m. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Showers are forecast for Monday and Tuesday. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated on Monday evening, 21/02/2022.
Flood Warning issued on 21 Feb 2022 11:25
River Ouse
A flood warning has been issued for the River Ouse at York, Fulford and Fordlands Road. The river Ouse is rising in response to this weekend’s rainfall and is forecast to peak tomorrow afternoon at a level of approximately 4.5m, a further rise beyond this is still possible. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Ouse, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around Riverside properties in Fulford from Blue Bridge Lane to the A64, and properties in the Fordlands Road area that can be cut-off by road flooding. Flooding of properties, gardens, roads and paths is expected. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. The Foss Barrier is operating, and our field teams have closed riverside floodgates. Showers are forecast for Monday and Tuesday. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated on Monday evening, 21/02/2022.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Jan 2021 16:28
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force due to high river levels following persistent heavy rainfall. The River Ouse in York peaked on Friday 22/01/2021. Levels remain well above normal but are continuing to fall today, Sunday 24/01/21. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected next week. The Foss Barrier is operating and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Jan 2021 08:31
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force due to high river levels following persistent heavy rainfall. The River Ouse in York peaked on Friday 22/01/2021. Levels remain well above normal but are continuing to fall. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected next week. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Jan 2021 00:45
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force due to high river levels following persistent heavy rainfall. The River Ouse in York peaked on Friday 22/01/2021. Levels remain well above normal but are continuing to fall. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected next week. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Jan 2021 17:28
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force due to high river levels following persistent heavy rainfall. The River Ouse in York peaked on Friday 22/01/2021. Levels remain well above normal but are continuing to fall. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected next week. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Jan 2021 10:21
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force due to high river levels following persistent heavy rainfall from Storm Christoph. The River Ouse in York peaked on Friday 22/01/2021. Levels remain well above normal but are continuing to fall. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected next week. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 23 Jan 2021 02:48
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force due to high river levels following persistent heavy rainfall from Storm Christoph. The River Ouse in York peaked on Friday 22/01/2021. Levels remain well above normal but are expected to continue falling over the weekend. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hrs but further unsettled weather is expected next week. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Jan 2021 18:11
River Ouse
This flood warning remains in force due to high river levels. Levels in York peaked earlier today, and the level of the River Ouse at York Viking recorder this evening, Friday 21/01/21 is now 4.45m and falling slowly. Levels on the Ouse will remain high, and are expected to remain high throughout the weekend. No further significant rainfall is expected in the next 24 hours, and we currently expect the river to continue to fall slowly over the weekend. The Foss Barrier is in operation and flood gates are closed. Flood defences are being operated as required. Please avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 21 Jan 2021 04:23
River Ouse
This flood warning Is now in force. This is due to high river levels following persistent heavy rainfall over the last 48 hours. The level at York Viking recorder is 4.25m and is slowly rising. Levels at on the Ouse will remain high and are expected to peak at 4.4-4.8m at York Viking Recorder on Thursday night, 21/01/2021. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast until today, Thursday. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not drive through flood water. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours, or as the situation changes
Flood Warning issued on 5 Nov 2020 09:19
River Ouse
This flood warning for Fulford and Fordlands Road remains in force as the River Ouse remains high as a result of heavy rainfall in the Dales catchments over the last few days. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is 3.6m, and levels are continuing to fall. We are monitoring the forecast closely and will update this message with the latest information. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. No further significant rainfall is expected over the next few days. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 5 Nov 2020 01:08
River Ouse
This flood warning for Fulford and Fordlands Road remains in force as the River Ouse remains high as a result of heavy rainfall in the Dales catchments over the last few days. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is 3.9m and will continue falling during Thursday 5/11/20. We are monitoring the forecast closely and will update this message with the latest information. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation.
For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. No further significant rainfall is expected over the next few days. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Nov 2020 17:23
River Ouse
This flood warning for Fulford and Fordlands Road remains in force as the River Ouse remains high as a result of heavy rainfall in the Dales catchments over the last few days. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is 4.1m and will remain around this level during Wednesday 4/11/20, with levels forecast to fall slowly later in the day. We are monitoring the forecast closely and will update this message with the latest information. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. No further significant rainfall is expected over the next few days. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Nov 2020 09:28
River Ouse
This flood warning for Fulford and Fordlands Road remains in force as the River Ouse remains high as a result of heavy rainfall in the Dales catchments over the last few days. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is 4.2m and will remain around this level during Wednesday 4th November, with levels forecast to fall slowly later in the day. Flooding in the Fulford and Fordlands Road area is expected at 4.2m. We are monitoring the forecast closely and will update this message with the latest information. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. No further significant rainfall is expected over the next few days. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 4 Nov 2020 01:29
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as the River Ouse remains high as a result of heavy rainfall in the Dales catchments over the last few days. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. The current level at the York Viking Recorder is 4.2m and is expected to peak between 4.2 and 4.3m within the next few hours. Flooding in the Fulford and Fordlands Road area is expected at 4.2m. We are monitoring the forecast closely and will update this message with the latest information. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 3 Nov 2020 18:16
River Ouse
This Flood Warning is being issued as levels on the River Ouse are rising in York, following rainfall overnight. The level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is currently 4.1m, and is rising slowly. Flooding in the Fulford and Fordlands Road area is expected at 4.2m, this level is currently forecast to be reached around 20:30 this evening, 03/11/20. Levels are expected to peak overnight at around 4.3m. We are monitoring the forecast closely and will update this message with the latest information. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 28 Feb 2020 00:47
River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 3.47m and is expected to continue to fall gradually throughout Friday 28/02/2020. Further rain is forecast on Friday and into the weekend and we expect this will cause river levels to rise again. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Feb 2020 16:30
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 3.64m and is expected to continue to fall gradually throughout the rest of today and Friday 28/02/2020. Further rain is forecast on Friday and into the weekend and we expect this will cause river levels to rise again. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Feb 2020 08:27
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 3.8m and is expected to continue to fall gradually throughout Thursday 27/02/2020 and Friday 28/02/2020. Further rain is forecast on Friday and into the weekend and we expect this will cause river levels to rise again. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 27 Feb 2020 03:46
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 3.9m and is expected to continue to fall gradually throughout Thursday 27/02/2020 and Friday 28/02/2020. Further rain is forecast on Friday and into the weekend and we expect this will cause river levels to rise again.
Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Feb 2020 20:18
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 4.06m and is falling. The forecast for the River Ouse in York is to continue to fall throughout Thursday and Friday 27/02/2020. Rainfall is then expected towards the weekend which will cause the river to rise again. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Feb 2020 11:18
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse in York remain high. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 4.25m and falling. The Ouse in York peaked at a level of 4.44m at 19:00 on Tuesday 25/02/20. Levels will remain high during Wednesday 26/02/2020. Flooding in the Fulford and Fordlands Road area is expected to continue during Wednesday 26/02/2020. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely.
For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 26 Feb 2020 03:00
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse in York remain high. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 4.39m and falling. The Ouse in York peaked at a level of 4.44m at 19:00 on Tuesday 25/02/20. Levels will remain high during Wednesday 26/02/2020. Flooding in the Fulford and Fordlands Road area is expected to continue during Wednesday 26/02/2020. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely.
For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2020 18:48
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse in York remain high. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 4.45m. Levels are forecast to peak at around 4.5m overnight and remain high in to Wednesday 26/02/2020. Flooding in the Fulford and Fordlands Road area is expected to continue into Wednesday 26/02/2020. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2020 13:15
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse are rising in York as a result of rainfall and snowmelt. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 4.3m and is expected to rise slowly during Tuesday 25/02/20. We expect levels at Viking recorder to peak on Wednesday morning between 4.6 - 4.7m. Flooding in the Fulford and Fordlands Road area is expected to continue into Wednesday, 25/02/2020. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 25 Feb 2020 04:30
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse are forecast to rise in York as a result of rainfall and snowmelt. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 4.3m and is expected to rise slowly during Tuesday 25/02/20. We currently expect a peak level in York of up to 4.7m early on Wednesday morning 26.2.20. Flooding in the Fulford and Fordlands Road area is expected to continue on Tuesday. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2020 21:22
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse are rising in York as a result of rainfall and snowmelt. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 4.3m and is expected to rise slowly overnight into Tuesday 25/02/20. We expect levels at Viking recorder to peak on Tuesday evening between 4.6m and 4.7m. Flooding in the Fulford and Fordlands Road area is expected to continue into Tuesday, 24/02/2020. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2020 11:47
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse are rising in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 4.5m and is expected to peak below 4.6m by late Monday morning 24/02/2020. Flooding in the Fulford and Fordlands Road area is expected to continue overnight into Monday, 24/02/2020. Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, which will cause levels to rise and fall. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 24 Feb 2020 04:00
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse are rising in York. The current level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is 4.4m and is expected to peak below 4.6m by late Monday morning 24/02/2020. Flooding in the Fulford and Fordlands Road area is expected to continue overnight into Monday, 24/02/2020. Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, which will cause levels to rise and fall. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2020 20:54
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse are rising in York. The current level on the River Ouse at the Viking Recorder is 4.4m. Levels will remain high overnight and into Monday 24/02/20. Flooding in the Fulford and Fordlands Road area is expected to continue throughout Sunday, 23/02/2020. Further rainfall is expected over the next few days, which will cause levels to rise and fall. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we will be monitoring the situation closely. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2020 12:37
River Ouse
This Flood Warning remains in force as levels on the River Ouse are rising in York. The current level on the River Ouse at the Viking Recorder is 4.3m, and expected to peak between 4.4m and 4.5m on Sunday evening. Flooding in the Fulford and Fordlands Road area is expected to continue throughout Sunday, 23/02/2020 . Further bands of rain are expected over the next few days, which will cause levels to rise and fall. A further peak is then expected on Monday evening at around similar levels to Sunday. We will be monitoring the forecast closely and update this message accordingly. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Our Area Incident Room remains open. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 23 Feb 2020 04:02
River Ouse
This Flood Warning is being issued as levels on the River Ouse are rising in York, following rainfall overnight. The current level on the River Ouse at the Viking Recorder is 4m and will continue to rise, peaking at 4.5m on Sunday afternoon. Flooding in the Fulford and Fordlands Road area is expected by 4.2m, at around 6:00am on Sunday morning, 23/02/2020 . Further bands of rain are expected over the next few days, which will cause levels to rise and fall accordingly. We will be monitoring the forecast closely and will keep this message up to date with the latest information. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Our Area Incident Room remains open. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Warning issued on 22 Feb 2020 21:57
River Ouse
This Flood Warning is being issued as levels on the River Ouse are rising in York, following rainfall overnight. The level of the River Ouse at York Viking Recorder is currently 3.7m, and will rise throughout Saturday 22/02/2020, and Sunday 23/02/2020. Flooding in the Fulford and Fordlands Road area is expected by 4.2m, this level is currently forecast to be reached around 8.30am on Sunday, 23/02/2020. Further bands of rain are expected over the next few days, which will cause levels to rise accordingly. We are monitoring the forecast closely and will update this message with the latest information. Floodgates are closed in York and the Foss Barrier is in operation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. Our Area Incident Room remains open. Please avoid contact with flood water, and plan walking, driving and cycling routes to avoid low lying paths and roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.