Flood Alert Info - Upper River Nidd catchment
Area Description
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.
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 29 Jan 2024 21:44
River Nidd
This alert has been issued as river levels have risen on the River Nidd due to rainfall today, Monday 29/01/2024. Areas most at risk include 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. 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 10:00am on Tuesday 30/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2024 09:59
River Nidd
This alert has been issued as river levels are due to rise on the River Nidd due to rainfall today, Monday 29/01/2024. Areas most at risk include 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. 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 10pm on Monday 29/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2024 03:25
River Nidd
This alert is in force as river levels remain high on the River Nidd due to rainfall associated with Storm Jocelyn. Areas most at risk include 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. Further heavy showers are possible in the early hours of 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 3:30PM on Wednesday 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 15:47
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 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. 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 3:30am on Wednesday 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2024 14:42
River Nidd
This alert has been issued as river levels are expected to rise on the River Nidd due to rainfall associated with Storm Isha. Areas most at risk include 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. Rainfall is forecast over Sunday 21/01/2024 and overnight into Monday 22/01/2024. 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 3pm on Monday 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 07:28
River Nidd
River levels have risen on the River Nidd due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include 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.
Further showers are forecast over the next few days and we expect levels to remain high. Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 07:30pm on Wednesday 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 19:25
River Nidd
River levels have risen on the River Nidd due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include 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.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight into Wednesday 03/01/2024. Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 07:30am on Wednesday 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 07:35
River Nidd
River levels have risen on the River Nidd due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include 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. Further rainfall is forecast today Tuesday 02/01/2024. Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 7:30pm on Tuesday 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 19:19
River Nidd
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Nidd due to rainfall forecast on Monday evening 01/01/2024. Areas most at risk include 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. Further rainfall is forecast on Tuesday 02/01/2024. Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 7:30am on Tuesday 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Dec 2023 09:03
River Nidd
River levels have risen on the River Nidd due to Storm Gerrit. Areas most at risk include 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. 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 5:00PM on Friday 29/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 10:17
River Nidd
River levels have risen on the River Nidd due to rainfall associated with Storm Gerrit. Flooding is possible on 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. 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. Consider putting your flood plan into action. We are continuing to monitor the situation. This message will be updated by 6:30PM on Thursday 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 02:34
River Nidd
River levels have risen on the River Nidd due to rainfall associated with Storm Gerritt. Flooding is possible on 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. 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 18:50
River Nidd
River levels are continuing to rise on the River Nidd due to rainfall associated with Storm Gerritt. Flooding is possible on 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. 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 07:00 on 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 07:01
River Nidd
River levels are expected to rise on the River Nidd due to rainfall. Flooding is possible on 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. 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 15:00 on Wednesday, 27/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2023 19:03
River Nidd
River levels are expected to rise on the River Nidd due to rainfall. Flooding is possible at 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. Further rainfall is forecast over the next few days and into the weekend. Our incident rooms are 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 07:00AM on Wednesday 27/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 17:27
River Nidd
A flood alert has been issued for the Upper River Nidd catchment. River levels are responding to recent rainfall on an already wet catchment. Areas most at risk include 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 levels to remain high overnight and begin falling tomorrow, Sunday 10/12/23, however 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 05:30am Sunday 10/12/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 18:34
River Nidd
The flood alert for Upper 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 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 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 20:04
River Nidd
River levels are high but steadily dropping on the upper River Nidd as a result of persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Debi. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Nidd, with low lying land expected to be most affected. Particularly 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. 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 09:00AM on 15/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 15:34
River Nidd
River levels are high but steady on the upper River Nidd as a result of persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Debi. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Nidd, with low lying land expected to be most affected. Particularly 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. It is expected to rain throughout today. 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 14/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 08:58
River Nidd
River levels are high but steady on the upper River Nidd as a result of persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Debi. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Nidd, with low lying land expected to be most affected. Particularly 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. It is expected to rain throughout today. 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 3PM on 14/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 21:30
River Nidd
River levels are high but slowly & steadily dropping on the upper River Nidd as a result of persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Debi. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Nidd, with low lying land expected to be most affected. Particularly 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. It is expected to rain tomorrow. 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 09:00AM on 14/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 17:40
River Nidd
River levels are rising on the upper River Nidd due to persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Debi. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Nidd, with low lying land expected to be most affected. Particularly 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. 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 Nidd
River levels remain high on the upper river Nidd due to persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Flooding is possible on low lying land around the river Nidd 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 16:55
River Nidd
River levels are forecast to rise on the upper river Nidd due to persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Flooding is possible on low lying land around the river Nidd 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 08:35
River Nidd
River levels are forecast to rise on the upper river Nidd due to persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Babet. Flooding is possible on low lying land around the river Nidd 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 01:44
River Nidd
River levels are forecast to rise on the upper River Nidd due to overnight rainfall associated with Storm Babet.
Flooding is possible on low lying land near the river Nidd and tributaries. Confidence of locations most at risk is currently low. We will update this message as details become clear.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout Friday, 20/10/2023.
Our incident room is open and we are closely monitoring the situation.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 1:00 PM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood alert area: 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.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2023 18:01
River Nidd
River levels are forecast to rise on the upper River Nidd due to overnight rainfall associated with Storm Barbet.
Flooding is possible on low lying land near the river Nidd 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 13 Mar 2023 16:33
River Nidd
River levels are rising on the River Nidd due to snowmelt. Areas most at risk include 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. Levels are currently forecast to peak at 10:30 PM at Pateley Bridge this evening, 13/03/2023. Further rainfall is forecast overnight on Monday and into Tuesday, 14/03/2023. We will continue to monitor the forecast and will re-issue this alert if necessary. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10 AM on Tuesday,14/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Jan 2023 04:14
River Nidd
Flooding is possible in this area.
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.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
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Flood Alert issued on 10 Jan 2023 19:29
River Nidd
Flooding is possible in this area.
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.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
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Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2022 23:34
River Nidd
Flooding is possible in this area.
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.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
We are temporarily automating our messages due to industrial action.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2022 17:59
River Nidd
The flood alert for the Upper River Nidd has been issued as rainfall forecast for Monday, 21/11/2022, is expected to cause river levels to rise. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Nidd, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly 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. Flooding is expected from around 11:00 PM on Monday evening overnight into Tuesday morning, 22/11/2022. River levels are forecast to fall later 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 21 Feb 2022 06:45
River Nidd
This flood alert remains for the Upper River Nidd. Heavy rainfall has fallen during Sunday 20/02/2022 and further rainfall is expected on Monday 21/02/2022. Areas most at risk include low lying 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 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 09:12
River Nidd
This flood alert remains for the Upper River Nidd. Heavy rainfall has fallen in the early hours of Sunday 20/02/2022. 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 quickly. Areas most at risk include low lying 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 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 by 9am on 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 20:29
River Nidd
A flood alert has been issued for the Upper River Nidd. Heavy rainfall has been forecast from the early hours of Sunday 20/02/2022 and 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 will rise. Areas most at risk include low lying 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 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 by 9am on 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2022 18:38
River Nidd
The flood alert for the Upper 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. Areas most at risk include 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. 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 09:00 AM on Thursday 17th February, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Dec 2021 20:39
River Nidd
The flood alert for the Upper River Nidd 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 24 Feb 2021 22:58
River Nidd
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible overnight Wednesday 24/02/2021. 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. No further significant rainfall is forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated on Thursday morning, 25/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2021 18:44
River Nidd
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of recent rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property/roads and farmland is possible overnight, Wednesday 24/02/2021. 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. No further significant rainfall is forecast. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated on Thursday morning, 25/02/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 23:51
River Nidd
The flood alert for the Upper River Nidd Catchment is now in force. River levels have risen as a result of recent heavy rainfall and snowmelt. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible from 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. 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 16:32
River Nidd
The flood alert for the Upper 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 possible 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 today and tonight. 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 29 Jan 2021 07:35
River Nidd
The flood alert for the Upper River Nidd catchment is now in force as a result of the river responding to recent rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, particularly around Pateley Bridge. River levels are expected to remain high on Friday, 29/01/2012. Avoid using low lying 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 21 Jan 2021 06:50
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force as river levels are high as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible on 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, Thursday 21/01/2021 and river levels could rise again. 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 20:31
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force as river levels are high as a result of heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible on 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 21/01/2021 and river levels could rise again. 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 12:31
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force as river levels are high as a result of heavy rainfall on Tuesday 19/01/2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible on 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 and river levels could rise again. 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 05:13
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force as river levels are high as a result of heavy rainfall on Tuesday 19/01/2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible on 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. 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 21:40
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force as river levels are high as a result of heavy rainfall on Tuesday 19/01/2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible on 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. 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 14:00
River Nidd
This flood alert has been issued as river levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall on Tuesday 19/01/2021. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible today from this afternoon, 19/01/2021. 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. 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 this evening, 19/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Jan 2021 05:13
River Nidd
The Upper River Nidd catchment flood alert remains in force as a result of the river responding to recent rainfall and snowmelt. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, particularly around Pateley Bridge. River levels are forecast to remain high overnight and into Tuesday 12/01/2021. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Tuesday afternoon or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Jan 2021 21:10
River Nidd
The Upper River Nidd catchment flood alert is being issued as a result of the river responding to recent rainfall and snowmelt. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, particularly around Pateley Bridge. River levels are forecast to rise overnight, on Monday 11/01/2021 and into tomorrow on Tuesday 12/01/2021. Avoid using low lying 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 27 Dec 2020 11:52
River Nidd
River levels remain high around Pateley Bridge as a result of a band of heavy rain from Storm Bella. Consequently, the risk of flooding of property/roads and farmland remains on Sunday 27th December 2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads around Pateley Bridge. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 20:22
River Nidd
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of a band of heavy rain from Storm Bella on Saturday 26th December 2020. Consequently, the risk of flooding of property/roads and farmland in the majority of locations is expected to be overnight from 00:30, tomorrow morning, 27/12/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads around Pateley Bridge. We are closely monitoring the forecast and flood 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 3 Nov 2020 02:32
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force for the upper River Nidd in response to heavy rainfall overnight on Sunday into Monday morning. River levels are falling, but remain high around Knaresborough, and are expected to remain high throughout today, Tuesday 03/11/2020. No further significant rainfall is expected for the next 24 hours, however 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 Nidd particularly in the Knaresborough area. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 18:55
River Nidd
This flood alert remains for the upper River Nidd in response to heavy rainfall overnight on Sunday into Monday morning. River levels around Pateley Bridge have fallen below the flood threshold, Monday 2nd November, but remain high around Knaresborough, and are expected to remain high overnight. Further rainfall is expected and river levels will fluctuate. 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 Nidd particularly in the Knaresborough area. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Tuesday morning or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 11:28
River Nidd
This flood alert remains for the upper River Nidd in response to heavy rainfall overnight on Sunday into Monday morning. River levels around Pateley Bridge are falling this morning, Monday 2nd November, but expected to remain high around Knaresborough into Monday afternoon, with a further slight rise possible around midday on Monday. 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 Nidd particularly in the Knaresborough area. 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 20:48
River Nidd
This flood alert has been issued as levels on the River Nidd are rising in response to heavy rainfall on Sunday. Flooding of low lying land and roads in areas in the vicinity the River Nidd is possible today, Sunday 1st November and tomorrow Monday 2nd November. River levels are expected to rise tonight, with a peak level at Knaresborough currently expected at around 4am on Monday morning. Please take care in areas in the vicinity of the river, in particular avoid low lying footpaths along the River Nidd between Pateley Bridge and Knaresborough. 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 06:07
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force though river levels have not risen as high as was forecast overnight. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads around Knaresborough and Hunsingore. Levels are forecast to rise slowly during Friday 28/08/2020 due to recent rainfall. We will review whether this alert is still required later this morning. The current river level at Knaresborough is 0.75m and the river level at Hunsingore is 0.38m. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and checking defences. Please do not walk or drive through fast moving water and be aware rivers could rise very quickly even if it's not raining where you are. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Aug 2020 21:09
River Nidd
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads around Knaresborough and Hunsingore. We expect river levels to rise throughout the night on Thursday 27/08/2020 and into Friday due to the rain forecast tonight and Friday. The current river level at Knaresborough is 0.65m and the river level at Hunsingore is 0.28m. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and checking defences. Please do not walk or drive through fast moving water and be aware rivers could rise very quickly even if it's not raining where you are. This message will be updated on the morning of Friday 28/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Aug 2020 20:55
River Nidd
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads around Knaresborough and Hunsingore. We expect river levels at Knaresborough to rise to 1.1m overnight from Tuesday 25/08/2020 into Wednesday 26/08/2020, before falling steadily through Wednesday. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are liaising with emergency services and checking defences. Please do not walk or drive through fast moving water and be aware rivers could rise very quickly even if it's not raining where you are.
This message will be updated on the morning of Wednesday 26/08/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 18:01
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force on Tuesday 10/03/20 due to recent rainfall in the Pennines. River levels in the upper Nidd catchment are expected to remain high overnight. We do not currently expect to issue warnings but we will continue to monitor the situation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. This message will be updated on Wednesday morning, 11/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 10:45
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force due to overnight rain on the Pennines. River levels in the upper Nidd catchment have responded overnight and are expected to remain high throughout Tuesday 10/03/2020. We do not currently expect to issue warnings but we will continue to monitor the situation. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 01:31
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force due to forecast heavy rain from Monday afternoon, 09/03/2020, overnight and into Tuesday 10/3/2020 on the Pennines. River levels in the upper Nidd catchment are expected to start responding overnight and into the early hours of Tuesday morning. We do not currently expect to issue warnings but are closely monitoring the situation and our incident room is open 24/7. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2020 17:38
River Nidd
We are issuing this alert due to forecasted heavy rain from Monday afternoon, 09/03/2020, overnight and into Tuesday on the Pennines. River levels in the upper Nidd catchment are expected to start responding overnight and into the early hours of Tuesday. We do not currently expect to issue warnings but are closely monitoring the situation and our incident room is open 24/7. For the latest river levels please see the gov.uk website. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 06:32
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force due to high levels on the River Nidd following recent rainfall and snowmelt. Levels have now peaked across the upper Nidd catchment but are expected to remain high at Knaresborough through Tuesday morning 25/02/20. Please avoid using low-lying roads and footpaths close to watercourses. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers which may be flooded. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels. Our Area Incident Room remains open and our incident staff 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 22:25
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force due to high levels on the River Nidd following recent rainfall and snowmelt. Levels are expected to remain high into Tuesday 25/02/20. Please avoid using low-lying roads and footpaths close to watercourses. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels. Our Area Incident Room remains open and our incident staff 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 12:33
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force due to high levels on the River Nidd following recent heavy rainfall. Upstream levels have dropped but levels at Knaresborough are expected to rise following rain earlier this morning. Further rainfall is expected over the next few days and river levels will rise and fall in response. Please avoid using low-lying roads and footpaths close to watercourses. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels. Our Area Incident Room remains open and our incident staff 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 04:47
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force due to high levels on the River Nidd following recent heavy rainfall. Levels at Knaresborough are falling steadily. Further rainfall is expected over the next few days and river levels will rise and fall in response. Please avoid using low-lying roads and footpaths close to watercourses. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels. Our Area Incident Room remains open and our incident staff will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 21:32
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force due to high levels on the River Nidd following recent heavy rainfall. Levels at Knaresborough are falling steadily. Further rainfall is expected over the next few days and river levels will rise and fall in response. Please avoid using low-lying roads and footpaths close to watercourses. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels. Our Area Incident Room remains open and our incident staff will continue to monitor the situation closely. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 13:58
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force due to high levels on the River Nidd following recent heavy rainfall. Levels at Knaresborough have now peaked but remain high. Please avoid using 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. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Activate any property flood protection products you may have. Our Area Incident Room remains open. 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 23 Feb 2020 04:46
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force due to high levels on the River Nidd following recent heavy rainfall. Levels at Knaresborough are rising and current forecasts show the river level to continue rising on Sunday 23/02/20. Please avoid using 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. Stay aware of your surroundings as river levels can rise quickly with little warning. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Activate any property flood protection products you may have. Our Area Incident Room remains open. 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 21:47
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force due to high levels on the River Nidd following rainfall overnight. The river level at Pateley Bridge has fallen and the current forecast shows that it will rise again gradually throughout tonight (22/02/2020). Levels at Knaresborough will continue to fall throughout tonight (22/02/2020) before starting to rise again gradually around 4am tomorrow morning (23/02/2020) Please avoid using 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. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 13:35
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force due to high levels on the River Nidd following rainfall overnight. The level at Pateley Bridge reached its peak around 5am on Saturday morning (22/02/20) and are now falling. Levels at Knaresborough have peaked below 1.9m and are beginning to fall. Please avoid using 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. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 09:27
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force due to ongoing bands of rain crossing this area. River levels on the upper Nidd have risen overnight. The level at Pateley Bridge reached its peak around 5am on Saturday morning (22/02/20) and is now falling. Levels at Knaresborough are expected to peak just over 1.8m between 9 and 10am on Saturday morning but will remain high for the next few hours. Please avoid using 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. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 02:38
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force due to ongoing bands of rain crossing this area. River levels on the upper Nidd are continuing to rise and will remain high overnight into Saturday 22/02/2020. Please avoid using 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. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 17:16
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force due to ongoing bands of rain crossing this area. Although levels on the River Nidd have fallen, they are forecast to rise on Friday evening 21/02/2020 and remain high overnight into Saturday 22/02/2020. Please avoid using 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. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 12:25
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force. River levels in the River Nidd have fallen, but rainfall through Friday afternoon and into Saturday is expected to cause levels to rise again. Please avoid using 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. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 03:57
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force as the River Nidd responds to recent rainfall. The river has peaked at Pateley Bridge and Knaresborough and is currently falling. Further significant bands of rainfall are expected over the coming days, and river levels will rise and fall. Low lying land may remain affected by floodwaters over the coming days. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 20:22
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force as the River Nidd responds to today's rainfall. The river has peaked at Pateley Bridge and we expect Knaresborough to peak later on this evening. Further significant bands of rainfall are expected over the coming days, and river levels will rise and fall. Low lying land may remain affected by floodwater over the coming days. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 12:05
River Nidd
This flood alert has been issued in response to further rainfall in the upper catchment on Thursday morning (20/02/2020). River levels are expected to rise on Thursday between Pateley Bridge and Knaresborough in response. We do not currently expect peak levels at any location to trigger flood warnings over the next 24 hours, however we will be continuing to monitor the situation closely. Further significant bands of rainfall are expected over the coming days, and river levels will rise and fall. Low lying land may remain affected by floodwaters over the coming days. Please use the GOV.UK website for current river levels and stay aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2020 03:39
River Nidd
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 19:41
River Nidd
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 17 Feb 2020 02:32
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force as a result of forecast rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. River levels in the upper Nidd catchment will continue falling overnight on Sunday 16/02/2020 and into Monday. 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. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 02:01
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force as a result of forecast rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. River levels in the upper Nidd catchment will continue falling overnight on Sunday 16/02/2020 and into Monday. 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. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 18:02
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force as a result of forecast rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. River levels in the upper Nidd catchment will continue falling during 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. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 07:37
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force as a result of forecast rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. River levels in the upper Nidd catchment remain high and we expect levels to rise further during Sunday 16/02/2020. We are closely monitoring the forecast at Pateley Bridge. 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. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 21:32
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force as a result of forecast rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. Further heavy rainfall is forecast in two bands overnight on Saturday on 15/02/2020. River levels in the upper Nidd catchment remain high and we expect levels to rise further on Saturday 15/02/2020 and overnight into Sunday 16/02/2020. We are closely monitoring the forecast at Pateley Bridge. We are expecting to issue flood warnings for Knaresborough. 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. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 13:14
River Nidd
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 afternoon on Saturday 15.2.20. We expect to issue flood warnings for Pateley Bridge and Knaresborough later today. 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 13:36
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force for the Upper River Nidd due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. River levels at Knaresborough are now falling slowly but will remain high on Monday 10/02/2020. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our 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 10 Feb 2020 01:22
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force for the Upper River Nidd due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. River levels remain high but are slowly falling. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our 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 09:23
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force for the Upper River Nidd due to heavy rain associated with Storm Ciara. There will be widespread heavy rain accompanied by high winds on Sunday 09/02/2020. River levels are rising on the Nidd and are expected to remain high throughout Sunday. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our 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 00:37
River Nidd
This flood alert remains in force for the Upper River Nidd 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 by 04:00 hours on Sunday, at Gouthwaite and are expected to peak mid-afternoon. River levels are expected to be high along most of the River Nidd catchment early morning on Sunday. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our 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 17:00
River Nidd
We are issuing the flood alert for the Upper River Nidd 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 0400 hours on Sunday, 09/02/2020 at Gouthwaite and are expected to peak mid-afternoon. River levels are expected to be high along most of the River Nidd catchment early morning into Sunday. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are monitoring the situation closely. Our Incident Room is open, and operational staff are out clearing trash screens. We will update this message before 2100 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2019 19:53
River Nidd
Levels on the River Nidd are expected to rise overnight into Wednesday 11th December in response to heavy rainfall on Tuesday evening. Areas most at risk include Knaresborough between 3am and 8am, and low lying land and roads near watercourses. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. Current river levels and a 5 day forecast are available on the GOV.UK website. This message will be updated by 9am on Wednesday 11th December, or as the situation changes.