Flood Alert Info - Upper River Don catchment
Area Description
River Don and its tributaries from Penistone to Kelham Island in Sheffield.
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 Oct 2024 01:14
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels remain high following Monday's heavy and persistent rainfall. River levels have now peaked and are anticipated to fall throughout today, Tuesday 1st October 2024. No further significant rainfall is expected over the coming days. We are closely monitoring the situation
Surface water is likely to affect low spots on roads; take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near rivers.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 09:00 on 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 18:25
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
Rising river levels throughout this evening, as a result of persistent rainfall, may lead to flooding. Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Surface Water flooding may be possible.
Weather conditions are expected to improve overnight and into tomorrow morning, 01/10/2024, and no further significant rainfall is expected over the coming days. We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Areas most at risk include Loxley Park, Wisewood to Treswell Crescent downstream of Hillsborough Bridge, and the Hillsbrough Area. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 02:25 am on 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 18:30
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels are rising in the Upper River Don catchment, particularly around Oxspring and Hillsborough area of Sheffield, where flooding is possible. We expect levels to begin to fall as rainfall subsides during the evening tonight, Tuesday 2/1/24. Overtopping of the River Loxley is likely in the Hillsborough area. We will continue to monitor levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 6:30 am 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 20:11
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels on the Upper River Don have been falling through today, 10/12/2023, but are expected to increase once again following another band of rain forecast for this evening. We currently expect to see slightly lower levels to those reached last night, 9/12/2023. Therefore, this Flood Alert remains in force. Areas most at risk include River Don and its tributaries from Penistone to Kelham Island in Sheffield.
Levels are expected to rise again at around 08:00 PM tonight, 10/12/2023, with a peak in Penistone around 01:00 to 02:00 AM on Monday morning. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 08:10 on 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 15:56
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels on the Upper River Don have fallen after last nights rain, but are expected to increase once again following another band of rain forecast for tonight, 10/12/2023. We expect to see similar or slightly higher levels to those reached last night, 9/12/2023. Therefore, this Flood Alert remains in force. Areas most at risk include River Don and its tributaries from Penistone to Kelham Island in Sheffield.
Levels are expected to rise again at around 07:00 PM tonight, 10/12/2023, with a peak in Penistone around 01:00 to 02:00 AM on Monday morning. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 08:16
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels on the Upper River Don have peaked, have been falling overnight and will continue to fall throughout today, Sunday 10/12/2023. There are further bands of rain forecast mid-morning and this evening, which will see levels increase again this evening and are forecast to reach similar levels to yesterday. We will continue to closely monitor rainfall and river levels closely. Areas most at risk include River Don and its tributaries from Penistone to Kelham Island in Sheffield. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one. This message will be updated by 15:00 on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 15:55
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Don due to widespread rainfall today, Saturday 09/12/2023.
Areas most at risk include River Don and its tributaries from Penistone to Kelham Island in Sheffield.
Flooding is possible from 8 PM to 6 AM on 09/12/2023-10/12/2023, peaking at Penistone at midnight. Further rainfall is forecast overnight with weather remaining unsettled throughout the rest of the weekend.
We will continue to monitor rainfall and 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. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 11:50 PM on 09/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 16:50
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels are forecast to begin to fall through this afternoon, but will remain high on the River Don, River Loxley due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Don and its tributaries from Penistone through Hillsborough to Kelham Island in Sheffield.
Flooding of low lying land near watercourses is possible through the evening of Friday the 20th of October.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the weekend. Our incident rooms will be open and we are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 01:00 AM on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2023 22:06
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Don, River Loxley due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include River Don and its tributaries from Penistone through Hillsborough to Kelham Island in Sheffield.
Flooding of low lying land near watercourses is possible from the early hours of Friday the 20th of October.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the weekend and river levels are expected to continue to rise. Our incident rooms will be open and we are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2023 20:59
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Don, River Loxley due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include River Don and its tributaries from Penistone through Hillsborough to Kelham Island in Sheffield�.
Flooding of low lying land near watercourses is possible from the early hours of Friday the 20th of October.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the weekend and river levels are expected to continue to rise. Our incident rooms will be open and we are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jul 2023 01:41
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
This flood alert has been issued as river levels are starting to rise following persistent rain over the weekend. Further spells of heavy rain are expected through into the early hours of Monday 24th July, may lead to the local becks rising again for a while before starting to fall overnight as the rain finally moves away southwards. This could lead to some localised surface water flooding. We are closely monitoring the situation. Areas most at risk include River Don and its tributaries from Penistone to Kelham Island in Sheffield. This could lead to some localised surface water flooding. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please stay aware of your surroundings and do not put yourself at risk. Avoid using low lying footpaths and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
For a more detailed weather forecast for your area please see the Met Office website at www.metoffice.gov.uk.
This message will be updated by 09:30 hours on 24/07/2023, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jul 2023 20:42
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
This flood alert has been issued as river levels are starting to rise following persistent rain over the weekend. Further spells of heavy rain this evening, Sunday 23rd July 2023, may lead to the watercourses continuing to rise, before starting to fall overnight / early morning as the rain finally moves away southwards. Areas most at risk include River Don and its tributaries from Penistone to Kelham Island in Sheffield. This could lead to some localised surface water flooding. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Please stay aware of your surroundings and do not put yourself at risk. Avoid using low lying footpaths and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
For a more detailed weather forecast for your area please see the Met Office website at www.metoffice.gov.uk.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2022 17:12
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels are rising on the River Don and River Loxley due to heavy, persistent showers which are expected to continue through the night.
Areas most at risk include River Don and its tributaries from Penistone to Kelham Island in Sheffield. We currently expect rivers to peak in the early hours of Tuesday morning (1/11/2022).
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Please be aware that localised surface water flooding is possible.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 01/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 01:03
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels remain high as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall on Sunday 20th February. No further significant rainfall is forecast in the next 24hours and river levels are expected to fall throughout today (21/02/2022). We are monitoring the situation closely on a 24 hour basis and our incident staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 13:00 tomorrow afternoon, 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 08:59
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels have risen as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall overnight and this morning, Sunday 20th February. Due to the saturated conditions and thawing of any lying snow, river levels are likely to be particularly high throughout today. We are monitoring the situation closely on a 24 hour basis and will issue flood warnings if properties and parts of communities are expected to flood. Further rain is forecast and we currently expect river levels to peak again around 5– 6pm today, 20/02/2022, and remain high overnight into Monday. Areas most at risk initially are low lying land and roads.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Consider taking appropriate steps to prepare for possible flooding, such as moving things upstairs and getting flood protection equipment ready to put in place.
This message will be updated by 18:00, 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 20:43
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels are expected to rise as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall which is forecast to start around midnight and continue through much of tomorrow, Sunday 20th February.
Due to the saturated conditions and thawing of any lying snow, rivers will respond readily to this rainfall and are likely to be particularly high through the afternoon, evening and overnight into Monday.
We are monitoring the situation closely and will issue flood warnings if properties and parts of communities are expected to flood. We currently expect to see river levels peak in Sheffield later in the afternoon to early evening. Areas most at risk initially are low lying land and roads.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Consider taking appropriate steps to prepare for possible flooding, such as moving things upstairs and getting flood protection equipment ready to put in place.
This message will be updated at 08:45, 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 11:21
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels across the Upper River Don Catchment remain high but are now beginning to fall and are expected to continue to fall throughout today (21/01/2021). We expect to be able to remove this alert later today. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 19:20 on 21/01/2021 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 05:28
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels across the Upper River Don Catchment remain high but are now beginning to fall and are expected to continue to fall throughout today (21/01/2021). Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 13:30, 21/01/2021 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 21:25
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels have continued to rise across the Upper River Don Catchment between Penistone and Sheffield as a result of persistent rainfall due to Storm Christoph. Levels are expected to peak overnight and into tomorrow (Thursday, 21/01/2021) but remain high. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. We will be closely monitoring locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 04:40 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 21:16
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels have continued to rise across the Upper River Don Catchment between Penistone and Sheffield as a result of persistent rainfall due to Storm Christoph. Levels are expected to peak overnight and into tomorrow (Thursday, 21/01/2021) but remain high. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. We will be closely monitoring locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 20:40 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 12:33
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels are continuing to rise across the Upper River Don Catchment between Penistone and Sheffield as a result of persistent rainfall due to Storm Christoph. We expect levels to continue to rise through today, 20/01/21. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. We will be closely monitoring locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 20:40 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 04:40
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels are forecast to rise across the Upper River Don Catchment, between Penistone and Sheffield, as a result of persistent rainfall throughout today (20/01/21). Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall and we are closely monitoring the situation. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 12:40pm, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 21:47
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels are forecast to rise across the Upper River Don Catchment between Penistone and Sheffield as a result of persistent rainfall through tomorrow, 20/01/21. We expect to see river levels rise tomorrow morning. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. We will be closely monitoring locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 12:56
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels are forecast to rise across the Upper Don Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall through today, 19/01/21. This rain is expected to persist until Thursday morning, 21/01/21. We expect to see river levels start to rise from this afternoon, with flooding of property, roads and farmland possible from this evening/tonight onwards. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. We will be monitoring closely to assess locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 04:59
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels are forecast to rise across the Upper Don Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall from Tuesday morning, 19/01/21, until Thursday morning, 21/01/21. We expect to see river levels start to rise from around midday on Tuesday, with flooding of property, roads and farmland possible from Tuesday evening/night onwards. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. We will be monitoring closely to assess locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams are checking defences and clearing screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 19:43
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels are forecast to rise across the Upper Don Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall, from late Monday evening until Thursday morning. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible from Tuesday afternoon/evening onwards. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. As a result we expect to see river levels start to rise from Tuesday morning we will be monitoring closely to assess locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams are out today, checking defences and clearing screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond.
Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 13:42
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
Rainfall associated with Storm Dennis is forecast to intensify from midday today, 15 February 2020. The current forecast indicates that the river response will begin later this afternoon and is likely to peak in the early hours of Sunday morning, 16 February. Flooding of properties and roads is possible this evening and into Sunday.
We have staff in the field and are closely monitoring the situation from our incident room. If you observe flood waters, please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near watercourses. Please also plan driving routes to avoid low lying land that may be flooded. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for weather forecasts please see the Met Office. This message will be updated at 21:45 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 12:28
River Don, River Loxley, River Rivelin
River levels have risen and will continue to rise throughout the afternoon on Sunday (09/02/2020) as a result of persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara. Widespread rain and high winds is expected to continue through to early afternoon Sunday. We urge residents to prepare, remain vigilant and avoid walking and driving through low-lying land or near local watercourses. Our incident room is open and we are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message by 20:20 09/02/20, or as the situation changes.