Flood Alert Info - Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet

Area Description

The tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Flood Alert History

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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area

Flood Alert issued on 1 Feb 2024 20:54
Tidal River Ouse
River levels are high on the Tidal River Ouse as a result of a combination of high tides and recent rainfall. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. We have closed locks and flood gates in the area. We expect levels to continue to fall slowly with the tides over the next few days. We continue to monitor levels closely. People in these areas should consider taking action now. We urge people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 09:00am on Friday 02/02/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2024 20:49
Tidal River Ouse
River levels are high on the Tidal River Ouse as a result of a combination of high tides and recent rainfall. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. We have closed locks and flood gates in the area. We expect levels to fall slowly with the tides over the next few days. We continue to monitor levels closely. People in these areas should consider taking action now. We urge people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 09:00am on Thursday 01/02/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 31 Jan 2024 10:27
Tidal River Ouse
River levels are high on the Tidal River Ouse as a result of a combination of high tides and recent rainfall. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further light rainfall is forecast this afternoon. We have closed locks and flood gates in the area. We continue to monitor levels closely. People in these areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:30pm on 31/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 27 Jan 2024 09:02
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high, but are falling, on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby, to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Levels are expected to stay high for a few days. We will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 9:00pm on Saturday 27/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 26 Jan 2024 21:00
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high, but are falling, on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby, to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Levels are expected to stay high for a few days. We will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 9:00am on Saturday 27/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 26 Jan 2024 09:01
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high, but are falling, on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby, to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Levels are expected to stay high for a few days. We will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 9:00pm on Friday 26/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 25 Jan 2024 21:01
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby, to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Levels are beginning to peak and are expected to stay high for a few days. We will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 9:00am on Friday 26/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 25 Jan 2024 09:20
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby, to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Levels are beginning to peak and are expected to stay high for a few days. We will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 9:15pm on Thursday 25/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2024 20:56
Tidal River Ouse
River levels have risen on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Levels are beginning to peak and no significant rainfall is forecast over the coming days. We will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 9:15am on Thursday 25/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2024 13:22
Tidal River Ouse
River levels have risen on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further rainfall is forecast for the next few days and levels are still rising upstream. We will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 9:15PM on Wednesday 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2024 01:15
Tidal River Ouse
River levels have risen on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further rainfall is forecast for the next few days and levels are still rising upstream. We will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 1:15PM on Wednesday 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 12:47
Tidal River Ouse
River levels have risen on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storms Isha and Jocelyn. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further rainfall is forecast for the next few days and levels are still rising upstream. We will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 Wednesday 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 19:58
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Henk. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. River levels are still high upstream, but levels are beginning to fall slowly. Low lying fields and roads adjacent to watercourses and washlands are likely to have water remaining on them for a number of days even as river levels fall. Our incident room is open and we will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 08:00AM on Sunday 07/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 6 Jan 2024 08:00
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Henk. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further light rainfall is forecast today and tomorrow before more settled weather arrives later on Sunday. River levels are still high upstream, but levels are beginning to fall slowly. Low lying fields and roads adjacent to watercourses and washlands are likely to have water remaining on them for a number of days even as river levels fall. Our incident room is open and we will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 08:00 PM on Saturday 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 19:51
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Henk. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further light rainfall is forecast tomorrow before more settled weatther from Sunday. River levels are still high upstream, but levels are expected to fall slowly over the coming days. Low lying fields and roads adjacent to watercourses and washlands are likely to have water remaining on them for a number of days even as river levels fall. Our incident room is open and we will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 08:00 AM on Saturday 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes


Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 07:57
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Henk. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further light rainfall is forecast on Friday, and river levels are still high upstream, but levels are expected to fall slowly over the coming days. Low lying fields and roads adjacent to watercourses and washlands are likely to have water remaining on them for a number of days even as river levels fall. Our incident room is open and we will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 8PM on Friday 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes


Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 20:08
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Henk. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further light rainfall is forecast for the next few days and levels are still high upstream. Our incident room is open and we will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 8AM on Friday 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 07:59
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Henk. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further light rainfall is forecast for the next few days and levels are still high upstream. Our incident room is open and we will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 8PM on Thursday 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 19:52
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Henk. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further light rainfall is forecast for the next few days and levels are still high upstream. Our incident room is open and we will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 08:00am on Thursday 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 06:56
Tidal River Ouse
River levels have risen on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Henk. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further light rainfall is forecast for the next few days and levels are still rising upstream. Our incident room is open and we will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 08:00pm on Wednesday 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2023 20:10
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall in the upper catchments and the effect of the tide. Levels are expected to remain high but are expected to fall slowly over the next few days. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. We continue to monitor the 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. Low lying land may continue to be impacted by flooding even as river levels fall. This message will be updated by 08:00am on Friday 15/12/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2023 08:08
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall in the upper catchments and the effect of the tide. Levels are expected to remain high but are expected to fall slowly over the next few days. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. We continue to monitor the 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. Low lying land may continue to be impacted by flooding even as river levels fall. This message will be updated by 08:00pm on Thursday 14/12/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2023 20:03
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due. This is due to the combination of tides and heavy rainfall affecting the upstream tributaries of the River Ouse over recent days, however, levels are beginning to fall. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. River levels will remain high overnight and on Thursday 14/12/2023, and fluctuate with the effect of the tides. We continue to monitor the river levels. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Low lying land may continue to be impacted by flooding even as river levels fall. This message will be updated by 08:00am on Thursday 14/12/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2023 12:07
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to the combination of tides and heavy rainfall affecting the upstream tributaries of the River Ouse over recent days. However, levels are beginning to fall. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. River levels will remain high on Wednesday 13/12/2023, and fluctuate with the effect of the tides. We will continue to monitor the river levels. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses, and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Low lying land may continue to be impacted by flooding even as river levels fall. This message will be updated by 20:00hrs on Wednesday 13/12/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2023 00:36
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall in the Upper Ouse. However, levels are beginning to fall. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further light rainfall is forecast throughout tonight and into Wednesday 13/12/2023. We will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 01:00pm on Wednesday 13/12/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 16:16
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall in the Upper Ouse. However, levels are beginning to fall. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further rainfall is forecast throughout tonight, Tuesday 12/12/2023. We will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 01:00am on Wednesday 13/12/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 04:56
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall in the Upper Ouse. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further rainfall is forecast today, Tuesday 12/12/2023. We will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 Tuesday 12/12/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 16:53
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall in the Upper Ouse. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further rainfall is forecast for tomorrow, Tuesday 12/12/2023. We will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 5:00am on Tuesday 12/12/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 08:41
Tidal River Ouse
River levels are rising on the tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall in the upper Ouse. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further rainfall is forecast for tomorrow. We will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 Monday 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 08:20
Tidal River Ouse
River levels are rising on the tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall in the upper Ouse. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further rainfall is forecast for tomorrow. We will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 Monday 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 04:46
Tidal River Ouse
River levels are rising on the tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall in the upper Ouse. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. No further rain is forecast today. We will continue to monitor the river levels. 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 Monday 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 16:37
Tidal River Ouse
River levels are rising on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall in the Upper Ouse. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further rain is forecast overnight and into Monday. We will continue to monitor the forecast. 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 5:00am on Monday 11/11/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 04:53
Tidal River Ouse
River levels are rising on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall in the Upper Ouse. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. We will continue to monitor the forecast. 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 Sunday 10/11/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 21:04
Tidal River Ouse
River levels are rising on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall in the Upper Ouse. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. We will continue to monitor the forecast. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. No further significant rainfall is expected. This message will be updated by 5:00am on 10/11/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2023 22:57
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the tidal Ouse. This is due to heavy rainfall in the upper Ouse catchment associated with Storm Debi over recent days and the influence of the tide. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Further rainfall is forecast at the weekend and levels are expected to rise again. We will continue to monitor the forecast. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 11am on 18/11/23, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2023 11:05
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the tidal Ouse. This is due to heavy rainfall in the upper Ouse catchment associated with Storm Debi over recent days and the influence of the tide. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Levels are expected to continue falling today Friday 17/11/23. Further rainfall is forecast at the weekend and levels are expected to rise again. We will continue to monitor the forecast. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 11pm on 17/11/23, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2023 22:56
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the tidal Ouse. This is due to heavy rainfall in the upper Ouse catchment associated with Storm Debi over recent days and the influence of the tide. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Levels are expected to continue falling overnight into Friday 17/11/23. Further rainfall is forecast at the weekend and levels are expected to rise again. We will continue to monitor the forecast. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 11am on 17/11/23, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2023 15:50
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the tidal Ouse. This is due to heavy rainfall in the upper Ouse catchment associated with Storm Debi over recent days and the influence of the tide. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Levels are peaking upstream and are expected to fall this evening, Thursday 16/11/23. We will continue to monitor the forecast. People in these areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. Further showers are expected over the next few days. This message will be updated by 11pm on 16/11/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 16 Nov 2023 07:29
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the tidal Ouse. This is due to heavy rainfall in the upper Ouse catchment associated with Storm Debi over recent days and the influence of the tide. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Levels are peaking upstream and are expected to begin falling through today, Thursday 16/11/23. We will continue to monitor the forecast. People in these areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. Further showers are expected over the next few days. This message will be updated by 4pm on 16/11/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2023 20:26
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse. This is due to heavy rainfall in the upper Ouse catchment associated with Storm Debi over recent days and the influence of the tide. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. We will continue to monitor the forecast. People in these areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. Further showers are expected over the next few days. This message will be updated by 8am on 16/11/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2023 16:15
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse. This is due to heavy rainfall in the upper Ouse area associated with Storm Debi over recent days and the influence of the tide. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. We will continue to monitor the forecast. People in these areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. Further showers are expected over the next few days. This message will be updated by 11PM on 15/11/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 15 Nov 2023 08:19
Tidal River Ouse
River levels are rising on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall in the upper Ouse associated with Storm Debi over recent days and the influence of the tide. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. We will continue to monitor the forecast. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. No further significant rainfall is expected. This message will be updated by 5PM on 15/11/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2023 17:11
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Babet over recent days and the influence of the tide. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. No further significant rainfall is expected, but river levels will remain high into Monday. This message will be updated by 10:00 PM on 23/10/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2023 08:33
Tidal River Ouse
River levels remain high on the Tidal River Ouse due to heavy rainfall associated with Storm Babet over recent days and the influence of the tide. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. No further significant rainfall is expected, but river levels will remain high into Monday. This message will be updated by 5pm on 23/10/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Oct 2023 21:44
Tidal River Ouse
River levels are high on the Tidal River Ouse due to persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Babet over recent days and the influence of the tide. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. No further significant rainfall is expected, but river levels will remain high into Monday. This message will be updated by 9am on 23/10/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Oct 2023 15:34
Tidal River Ouse
River levels are high on the Tidal River Ouse due to persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Babet over recent days and the influence of the tide. Areas most at risk include the tidal foreshore and agricultural land adjacent to the river from the A63 near Selby to the Yokefleet, Blacktoft and Faxfleet areas. Our incident rooms are open and we are closely monitoring the situation. People in the areas should consider taking action now. We urge all people to take care and not drive through flood water. No further significant rainfall is expected, but river levels will remain high into Monday. This message will be updated by 11:00 PM on 22/10/2023, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 13 Jan 2023 16:39
Tidal River Ouse
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 24 Feb 2022 21:08
Tidal River Ouse
Levels on the River Ouse are continuing to fall slowly. However, flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse, with riverside footpaths and low lying land particularly affected around high tide times. We are monitoring river levels closely and with no further significant rainfall expected over the coming days, we expect levels to continue to fall slowly towards normal. However, water may remain on low lying land, Ings and washlands for several days. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9AM on Friday 25/02/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2022 10:47
Tidal River Ouse
Levels on the River Ouse are continuing to fall slowly. However, flooding continues to affect locations near the River Ouse, with riverside footpaths and low lying land particularly affected around high tide times. We are monitoring river levels closely and with no further significant rainfall expected over the coming days, we expect levels to continue to fall slowly towards normal. However, water may remain on low lying land, Ings and washlands for several days. Avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 10PM on Thursday 24/02/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2022 17:19
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse between Selby and Faxfleet remains in force due to heavy rainfall in the upper catchments and interaction with the tides. The River Ouse in York has peaked at a level of 4.58m. We expect the river to remain high throughout today, 23/02/2022, and then fall slowly. Flooding is possible, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around high tide times. We are monitoring river levels closely and expect them to stay high for several days. 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 in the morning on Thursday 24/02/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2022 04:43
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse between Selby and Faxfleet remains in force due to heavy rainfall in the upper catchments and interaction with the tides. The River Ouse in York has peaked at a level of 4.58m. We expect the river to remain high throughout the morning today, 23/02/2022, and then fall slowly. Levels in Selby will remain high during the morning on Wednesday 23/02/2022. Flooding is possible, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around high tide times. We are monitoring river levels closely and expect them to stay high for several days. 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 in the afternoon on Wednesday 23/02/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 21:04
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse between Selby and Faxfleet remains in force due to heavy rainfall in the upper catchments and interaction with the tides. The River Ouse in York has peaked at a level of 4.58m. We expect the river to remain high overnight and then fall slowly. Levels in Selby will remain high overnight and tomorrow, Wednesday 23/02/2022. Flooding is possible, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around high tide times. We are monitoring river levels closely and expect them to stay high for several days. 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 tomorrow morning, Wednesday 23/02/2022, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 14:00
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the tidal River Ouse between Selby and Faxfleet remains in force due to heavy rainfall in the upper catchments and interaction with the tides. The river Ouse has peaked in York. Levels in Selby will remain high through today and tomorrow Wednesday 23/02/2022. Flooding is possible, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around high tide times. We are monitoring river levels closely and expect them to stay high for several days. 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 evening 22/02/2022 or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 04:37
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the tidal River Ouse between Selby and Faxfleet remains in force due to heavy rainfall in the upper catchments and interaction with the tides. Flooding is possible, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around high tide times. We are monitoring river levels closely and expect them to stay high for several days. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated on Tuesday afternoon, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 19:52
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the tidal River Ouse between Selby and Faxfleet remains in force due to heavy rainfall in the upper catchments and interaction with the tides. Flooding is possible, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around high tide times. We are monitoring river levels closely and expect them to stay high for several days. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. This message will be updated by 0900 on Tuesday morning.


Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 07:43
Tidal River Ouse
A flood alert has been issued for the tidal River Ouse between Selby and Faxfleet due to a combination of heavy rainfall in the upper catchments and interaction with the tides. Heavy rainfall has fallen during Sunday 20/02/2022 and further rainfall is expected on Monday 21/02/2022. Flooding is possible, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around high tide times. 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.


Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2021 06:33
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force, due to high river levels following heavy rain and snowmelt on the upper catchments. Levels at Cawood are falling slowly, but are expected to remain high today, Tuesday 09/02/21. Flooding of roads and farmland remains possible. Further snow showers are forecast over the next few days. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated on Tuesday evening 09/02/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2021 20:06
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels following heavy rain and snowmelt on the upper catchments. Levels at Cawood are falling slowly, but remain high. Flooding of roads and farmland remains possible. Further snow showers are forecast over the next few days. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated on Tuesday afternoon 09/02/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2021 11:37
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels following heavy rain and snowmelt on the upper catchments. Levels at Cawood are high and not expected to rise much further. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Further snow showers are forecast over the next few days. River levels are expected to remain high due to recent rainfall. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded, and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and up to date river levels. We are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated on Monday afternoon, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2021 03:33
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels following heavy rain and snowmelt on the upper catchments. Levels at Cawood are high and not expected to rise much further. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Further rain and snow is forecast over the next few days which will keep river levels high and possibly rise further. 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 and up to date river levels.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 19:43
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels following heavy rain and snowmelt on the upper catchments. Levels at Cawood are high and not expected to rise much further. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Further rain and snow is forecast over the next few days which will keep river levels high and possibly rise further. 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 and up to date river levels.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 12:54
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels following heavy rain and snowmelt on the upper catchments. Levels at Cawood are high and rising steadily. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Further rain and snow is forecast over the next few days which will keep river levels high and possibly rise further. 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 and up to date river levels.


Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 04:03
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels following heavy rain and snowmelt on the upper catchments. Levels at Cawood are high and rising steadily. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Further rain and snow is forecast over the next few days which will keep river levels high and possibly rise further. 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 and up to date river levels.


Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 20:21
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels following heavy rain on the upper catchments. Levels at Cawood are expected to remain high through the weekend. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Please avoid walking 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 on Sunday morning, 07/06/21, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 11:18
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels following heavy rain on the upper catchments. Levels at Cawood are high and rising steadily. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Further rain and snow is forecast over the next few days and levels are expected to remain high over the weekend. Please avoid walking 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 on Saturday evening, 06/02/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 00:02
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels following heavy rain on the upper catchments. Levels at Cawood are high and rising steadily. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Further rain is forecast for the next 24 and levels are expected to remain high over the weekend. Please avoid walking 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 on Saturday morning, 06/02/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 5 Feb 2021 16:02
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet has been issued due to high river levels following heavy rain on the upper catchments. Levels at Cawood are high and rising steadily today, Friday 5/02/2021. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Further rain is forecast for the next 24 and levels are expected to remain high over the weekend. Please avoid walking 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 Alert issued on 26 Jan 2021 00:35
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels following recent heavy rainfall from Storm Christoph. Levels at Cawood have peaked and are falling slowly and will continue to fall on Tuesday, 26/01/2021. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected from Wednesday, 27/01/2021. Please avoid walking or driving through floodwater and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated in the next 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 25 Jan 2021 17:06
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels following recent heavy rainfall from Storm Christoph. Levels at Cawood have peaked and are falling slowly and will continue to fall overnight into Tuesday, 26/01/2021. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected from Wednesday, 27/01/2021. Please avoid walking or driving through floodwater and visit the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated in the next 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 25 Jan 2021 08:06
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels at Cawood are high but will continue to fall slowly throughout Monday, 25/01/2021. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected later this week. Please avoid walking 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 Alert issued on 25 Jan 2021 00:20
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels at Cawood are high but will continue to fall slowly on Monday 25/01/2021. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected later this week. Please avoid walking 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 Alert issued on 24 Jan 2021 16:27
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels at Cawood remain high but are falling slowly today, Sunday 24/01/21. Levels are forecast to remain high into next week. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected next week. Please avoid walking 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 Alert issued on 24 Jan 2021 08:35
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels at Cawood remain high but are falling slowly. Levels are forecast to remain high over the weekend. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected next week. Please avoid walking 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 Alert issued on 24 Jan 2021 00:45
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels at Cawood remain high but are falling slowly. Levels are forecast to remain high over the weekend. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected next week. Please avoid walking 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 Alert issued on 23 Jan 2021 17:28
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels at Cawood remain high but are falling slowly. Levels are forecast to remain high over the weekend. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected next week. Please avoid walking 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 Alert issued on 23 Jan 2021 10:38
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels at Cawood remain well above normal but are falling slowly. Levels are forecast to remain high over the weekend. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours but further unsettled weather is expected next week. Please avoid walking 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 Alert issued on 23 Jan 2021 03:02
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels at Cawood remain well above normal but have started to fall slowly. Levels are forecast to remain high over the weekend. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hrs but further unsettled weather is expected next week. Please avoid walking 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 on Friday evening, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 12:17
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels on the tidal river Ouse remain high due to heavy rainfall over the last 48 hours, especially around Cawood. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. No further significant rainfall is expected in the next 24 hours. Please avoid walking 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 on Friday evening, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 04:34
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels on the tidal river Ouse remain high due to heavy rainfall over the last 48 hours, especially around Cawood. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. No further significant rainfall is expected in the next 24 hours. Please avoid walking 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 Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 20:23
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels rose as a response to rainfall and snow melt at the weekend and will continue to rise due to high tides and rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. No further significant rainfall is expected today, Thursday 21/01/2021 or Friday 22/02/2021. Please avoid walking 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 Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 12:42
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels rose as a response to rainfall and snow melt at the weekend and will continue to rise due to high tides and rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. No further significant rainfall is expected today, Thursday 21/01/2021. Please avoid walking 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 Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 04:52
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels rose as a response to rainfall and snow melt at the weekend and will continue to rise due to high tides and further rainfall until this morning Thursday 21/01/2021. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Please avoid walking 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 Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 20:27
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels rose as a response to rainfall and snow melt at the weekend and will remain so due to high tides and further rainfall until Thursday 21/01/2021. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast until Thursday 21/01/2021 and we expect levels to rise further in response. Please avoid walking 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 Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 12:22
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels rose as a response to rainfall and snow melt at the weekend and will remain so due to high tides and further rainfall on Monday and Tuesday. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast until Thursday 21/01/2021 and we expect levels to rise further later in the week. Please avoid walking 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 Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 05:06
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels rose as a response to rainfall and snow melt at the weekend and will remain so due to high tides and further rainfall on Monday and Tuesday. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast until Thursday 21/01/2021 and we expect levels to rise further later in the week. Please avoid walking 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 Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 21:15
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels rose as a response to rainfall and snow melt at the weekend and will remain so due to high tides and further rainfall on Monday. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast until Thursday 21/01/2021, and we expect levels to rise further later in the week. Please avoid walking 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 Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 12:23
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels remain high as a response to rainfall and snow melt from the weekend and will remain so due to the tide. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast until Thursday 21/01/2021. We expect river levels to start to rise again from 19/01/2021 in response to this additional rainfall. Please avoid walking 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 on Tuesday afternoon 19/01/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 04:03
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels remain high as a response to rainfall and snow melt and will remain so due to the tide. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Persistent and heavy rain is forecast later today on Tuesday 19/01/2021 and will continue through until early Thursday 21/01/2021. We expect levels to rise significantly. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and do not drive through flood water. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message in 8 hours or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 19:42
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels are rising slowly as a response to rainfall and snow melt and will remain high due to the tide. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast from tonight, Monday 18/01/2021, and will continue through until early Thursday 21/01/2021. We expect levels to rise significantly. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast and do not drive through flood water. We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Tuesday morning 19/01/2021, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 11:17
Tidal River Ouse
The flood alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force due to high river levels. Levels are rising slowly as a response to rainfall and snow melt and will remain high due to the tide. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. Please be aware that persistent and heavy rain is forecast from Monday 18/01/2021 and will continue through until early Thursday 21/01/2021, we expect levels to rise significantly. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast . We are closely monitoring the situation and will update this message on Monday afternoon, 18/01/2021 or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 02:27
Tidal River Ouse
The Flood Alert for the Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force. River levels are rising slowly as a response to rainfall and snow melt and will remain high due to the tide. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. The river level upstream is expected to peak overnight on Sunday 17th January. Please be aware that further rain is forecast from Monday evening 18th January and river levels will respond to this. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated on Monday morning, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2021 19:23
Tidal River Ouse
The Flood Alert for the lower Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet remains in force. River levels are rising slowly as a response to rainfall and snow melt and will remain high due to the tide. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. The river level upstream is expected to peak later today, Sunday 17th January. Please be aware that further rain is forecast from Monday evening 18th January and river levels will respond to this. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated on Monday morning, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2021 13:05
Tidal River Ouse
A flood alert for the lower Tidal River Ouse from Selby to Faxfleet has been issued. River levels are rising slowly as a response to rainfall and snow melt and will remain high due to the tide. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible. The river level upstream is expected to peak later today. Please be aware that further rain is forecast from Monday evening 18th January and rivers levels will respond to this. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated on Sunday evening 17th January, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2020 16:42
Tidal River Ouse
This flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, water levels around high tides from today 13/03/2020, have the potential to cause flooding along low lying land and roads. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please use the gov.uk website for current levels. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2020 08:47
Tidal River Ouse
This flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, water levels around high tides from Wednesday 11/03/2020, to Friday 13/03/2020, have the potential to cause flooding along low lying land and roads. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please use the gov.uk website for current levels. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 22:12
Tidal River Ouse
This flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, water levels around high tides from Wednesday 11/03/2020, to Friday 13/03/2020, have the potential to cause flooding along low lying land and roads. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 15:22
Tidal River Ouse
This flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, water levels around high tides from Wednesday 11/03/2020, to Friday 13/03/2020, have the potential to cause flooding along low lying land and roads. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2020 07:42
Tidal River Ouse
This flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, water levels around high tides from Wednesday 11/03/2020, to Friday 13/03/2020, have the potential to cause flooding along low lying land and roads. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 21:37
Tidal River Ouse
This flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, water levels around high tides from Wednesday 11/03/2020, to Friday 13/03/2020, have the potential to cause flooding along low lying land and roads. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated on Thursday morning, 12/03/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 16:46
Tidal River Ouse
This flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, water levels around high tides from Wednesday 11/03/2020, to Friday 13/03/2020, have the potential to cause flooding along low lying land and roads. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated on Thursday morning, 12/03/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 16:37
Tidal River Ouse
This flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides. Consequently, water levels around high tides from Wednesday 11/03/2020, to Friday 13/03/2020, have the potential to cause flooding along low lying land and roads. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated this evening, Wednesday 11/03/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 09:21
Tidal River Ouse
This flood alert remains in force as a result of high spring tides. Consequently water levels around high tides from Wednesday 11/03/20 to Friday 13/03/2020 have the potential to cause flooding along low lying land and roads. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. This message will be updated this afternoon on Wednesday 11/03/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 11 Mar 2020 07:26
Tidal River Ouse
This flood alert remains in force due to high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible on Wednesday 11/03/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please use the gov.uk website for current levels and stay aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 22:42
Tidal River Ouse
This flood alert remains in force due to high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible overnight, on Tuesday 10/03/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please use the gov.uk website for current levels and stay aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated on Wednesday morning 11/03/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 19:49
Tidal River Ouse
This flood alert has been issued due to high spring tides. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible, overnight on Tuesday 10/03/2020. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please use the gov.uk website for current levels and stay aware of your surroundings. This message will be updated on Wednesday morning 11/03/2020, or as the situation changes.


Flood Alert issued on 4 Mar 2020 07:29
Tidal River Ouse
River levels on the Ouse continue to fall, and levels at Cawood and Selby are below levels of concern. There is on-going flooding of land and roads in the Selby District due to recent high levels on the River Aire. The flood storage areas are continuing to drain. 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 Alert issued on 3 Mar 2020 20:31
Tidal River Ouse
River levels on the Ouse continue to fall, and levels at Cawood and Selby are below levels of concern. There is on-going flooding of land and roads in the Selby District due to recent high levels on the River Aire. The flood storage areas are continuing to drain. 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 Alert issued on 3 Mar 2020 14:07
Tidal River Ouse
River levels on the Ouse continue to fall, and levels at Cawood and Selby are below levels of concern. There is on-going flooding of land and roads in the Selby District due to recent high levels on the River Aire. The flood storage areas are continuing to drain. 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 Alert issued on 3 Mar 2020 07:49
Tidal River Ouse
River levels on the Ouse continue to fall, and levels at Cawood and Selby are below levels of concern. There is on-going flooding of land and roads in the Selby District due to recent high levels on the River Aire. The flood storage areas are continuing to drain. 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 Alert issued on 2 Mar 2020 20:41
Tidal River Ouse
This alert remains in force due to high levels on the River Ouse. Levels are expected to remain high overnight on Monday 02/03/2020. High tide levels continue to decrease, but high river levels further upstream will keep levels high in the Selby to Faxfleet area. We are continuing to monitor 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 Alert issued on 2 Mar 2020 14:53
Tidal River Ouse
This alert remains in force due to high levels on the River Ouse. Levels are expected to remain high on Monday 02/03/2020. High tide levels continue to decrease, but high river levels further upstream will keep levels high in the Selby to Faxfleet area. We are continuing to monitor 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 Alert issued on 2 Mar 2020 08:48
Tidal River Ouse
This alert remains in force due to high levels on the River Ouse. Levels are expected to remain high on Monday 02/03/2020. High tide levels continue to decrease, but high river levels further upstream will keep levels high in the Selby to Faxfleet area. We are continuing to monitor 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 Alert issued on 2 Mar 2020 07:31
Tidal River Ouse
This alert remains in force due to high levels on the River Ouse at Cawood. Levels are expected to remain high and will rise slightly following rainfall associated with Storm Jorge. High tide levels continue to decrease, but high river levels further upstream will keep levels high in the Selby to Faxfleet area. We are continuing to monitor 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 Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 23:42
Tidal River Ouse
This alert remains in force due to high levels on the River Ouse at Cawood. Levels are expected to remain high and will rise slightly following rainfall associated with Storm Jorge. High tide levels continue to decrease, but high river levels further upstream will keep levels high in the Selby to Faxfleet area. We are continuing to monitor 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 Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 16:25
Tidal River Ouse
This alert remains in force due to high levels on the River Ouse at Cawood. Levels are expected to remain high and will rise slightly following rainfall associated with Storm Jorge. High tide levels continue to decrease, but high river levels further upstream will keep levels high in the Selby to Faxfleet area. We are continuing to monitor 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 Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 10:19
Tidal River Ouse
River levels on the Ouse will continue to remain high and will rise slightly following rainfall associated with Storm Jorge. High tide levels continue to decrease, but high river levels further upstream will keep levels high in the Selby to Faxfleet area. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we are 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 Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 04:39
Tidal River Ouse
River levels on the Ouse are rising again following rainfall associated with Storm Jorge. High tide levels continue to decrease, but high river levels further upstream will keep levels high in the Selby to Faxfleet area. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we are 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 Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 20:36
Tidal River Ouse
River levels on the Ouse are rising again following rainfall associated with Storm Jorge. High tide levels continue to decrease, but high river levels further upstream will keep levels high in the Selby to Faxfleet area. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we are 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 Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 13:17
Tidal River Ouse
River levels on the Ouse are rising again following rainfall associated with Storm Jorge. High tide levels continue to decrease, but high river levels further upstream may keep levels high in the Selby to Faxfleet area. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we are 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 Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 07:07
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse remain high. River levels in the upstream catchments are responding to recent rainfall which will keep river levels high in the lower Ouse. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we are 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 Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 23:30
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse continue to remain high, as a result of recent rainfall and high tides. Levels are falling slowly but, persistent rain is forecast from today, Friday 28/02/20, in the Dales, and we expect this will cause river levels to rise again from Sunday 01/03/20. Our Area Incident Room is open and we are monitoring the situation closely. For the latest river levels please visit 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 Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 15:33
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse continue to remain high, as a result of recent rainfall and high tides. Levels are falling slowly but, persistent rain is forecast from today, Friday 28/02/20, in the Dales, and we expect this will cause river levels to rise again from Sunday 01/03/20. Our Area Incident Room is open and we are monitoring the situation closely. For the latest river levels please visit 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 Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 07:34
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse continue to remain high as a result of recent rainfall and high tides. Further rain is forecast this weekend. Our Area Incident Room is open and we are monitoring the situation closely. For the latest river levels please visit 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 Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 01:41
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse continue to remain high as a result of recent rainfall and high tides. Our Area Incident Room is open and we are monitoring the situation closely. For the latest river levels please visit 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 Alert issued on 27 Feb 2020 16:55
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse continue to remain high as a result of recent rainfall and high tides. Our Area Incident Room is open and we are monitoring the situation closely. For the latest river levels please visit 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 Alert issued on 27 Feb 2020 08:48
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse continue to remain high as a result of recent rainfall and high tides. Our Area Incident Room is open and we are 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 Alert issued on 27 Feb 2020 00:26
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse continue to remain high as a result of recent rainfall and high tides. Our Area Incident Room is open and we are 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 Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 16:38
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse continue to remain high as a result of recent rainfall and high tides. Our Area Incident Room is open and we are 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 Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 08:03
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse continue to remain high as a result of recent rainfall and high tides. Our Area Incident Room is open and we are 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 Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 23:22
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse around Selby remain high as a result of recent rainfall and high levels upstream. The river level will continue to rise and fall with the tide. Spring tides peaked on the evening of Tuesday 25/02/2020. Washlands upstream continue to fill and store water, so river levels will remain high for several days. Our Area Incident Room is open and we are 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 Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 15:47
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse around Selby remain high as a result of recent rainfall and high levels upstream. The river level will continue to rise and fall with the tide. Spring tides will peak on the evening of Tuesday 25/02/2020. Washlands upstream continue to fill and store water, so river levels will remain high for several days. Our Area Incident Room is open and we are 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 Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 07:22
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse around Selby remain high as a result of recent rainfall and high levels upstream. The river level will continue to rise and fall with the tide. Spring tides peak on Tuesday 25/02/2020. Washlands upstream are filling and storing large amounts of water, so river levels will remain high for several days. Our Area Incident Room is open and we are 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 Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 23:51
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse around Selby remain high, as a result of recent rainfall and high levels upstream. The river level will continue to rise and fall with the tide. Spring tides peak on Tuesday 25/02/2020. Washlands upstream are filling and storing large amounts of water, so river levels will remain high for several days. Our Area Incident Room is open and we are 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 Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 15:38
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse around Selby remain high, as a result of recent rainfall and high levels upstream. The river level will continue to rise and fall with the tide. Spring tides peak on Tuesday 25/02/2020. Washlands upstream are filling and storing large amounts of water, so river levels will remain high for several days. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we are monitoring the situation closely. For the latest river levels 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 Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 08:21
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse around Selby remain high, as a result of high levels upstream. The river level will continue to fluctuate with the tide, and the level is expected to rise slightly with each high tide during Monday 24/02/20. Spring tides peak on Tuesday 25/02/2020. Washlands upstream are storing large amounts of water, so river levels will remain high for several days. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we are 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 Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 00:39
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse around Selby remain high as a result of high levels upstream. The river level will continue to fluctuate with the tide, and the level is expected to rise slightly with each high tide during Sunday 23/02/2020 and Monday 24/02/20. Spring tides peak on Tuesday 25/02/2020. Further rain is expected in the upper River Ouse catchments over the next few days, and consequently river levels will remain high around Selby and in the surrounding washlands. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we are 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 Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 17:32
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert remains in force as levels on the River Ouse around Selby remain high as a result of high levels upstream. The river level will continue to fluctuate with the tide, and the level is expected to rise slightly with each high tide during Sunday 23/02/2020 and Monday 24/02/20. Spring tides peak on Tuesday 25/02/2020. Further bands of rain are expected in the upper River Ouse catchments over the next few days, and consequently river levels will remain high around Selby and in the surrounding washlands. Our Area Incident Room remains open and we are 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 Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 08:55
Tidal River Ouse
This Flood Alert has been issued as levels on the River Ouse around Selby remain high as a result of high levels upstream. The river will continue to fluctuate with the tide, and the level is expected to rise slightly with each high tide during Sunday 23/02/2020. Spring tides peak on Tuesday 25/02/2020. Further bands of rain are expected in the upper River Ouse catchments over the next few days, and consequently river levels will remain high around Selby and in washlands. We are monitoring the forecast closely. 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.