Flood Alert Info - Lower River Don catchment
Area Description
River Don from Hexthorpe to Stainforth, including Swaith Dike and North Swaith Dike in Bentley.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2024 11:55
River Don
River levels remain high following Monday's heavy and persistent rainfall.
River levels are beginning to fall across the catchment and are anticipated to fall throughout today, Wednesday 2nd October.
Levels remain high in the Norwood area but are anticipated to decrease throughout the day, Wednesday 2nd October. Jubilee Bridge has been opened this morning.
No further significant rainfall is expected over the coming days and we are continuing to closely monitor 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. Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9 pm on Wednesday 2nd October 2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Oct 2024 09:04
River Don
River levels remain high following Monday's heavy and persistent rainfall.
River levels are beginning to fall across the catchment and are anticipated to fall throughout today, Wednesday 2nd October.
Levels remain high in the Norwood area but are anticipated to decrease throughout the day, Wednesday 2nd October.
Jubilee Bridge remains closed. The City of Doncaster Council are monitoring any road closures that may be necessary due to flooding.
No further significant rainfall is expected over the coming days and we are continuing to closely monitor 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. Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 9 pm on Wednesday 2nd October 2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 20:51
River Don
River levels remain high following Monday's heavy and persistent rainfall. River levels are beginning to fall across the catchment and are anticipated to fall throughout the night.
Levels remain high in the Norwood area but are anticipated to decrease throughout the night and tomorrow, Wednesday 2nd October 2024. Jubilee Bridge remains closed. The City of Doncaster Council are monitoring any road closures that may be necessary due to flooding.
No further significant rainfall is expected over the coming days and we are continuing to closely monitor 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. Continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on Wednesday 2nd October 2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 10:10
River Don
River levels remain high following yesterday’s heavy and persistent rainfall. Further rain is expected today, Tuesday 1/10/24. Whilst rivers may respond to this, we are not expecting levels to rise significantly. We are closely monitoring the situation.
Impacts are possible in the Kirk Bramwith Area, including Fordstead Road, and standing water may be present for some time. Surface water may continue to affect low spots on roads. Please 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 18:10 on 01/10/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 21:10
River Don
Rising river levels throughout the evening, as a result of persistent rainfall, may lead to flooding. Levels are expected to rise throughout the night and into the afternoon of tomorrow, Tuesday 01/10/2024. Impacts are expected in the Kirk Bramwith Area, including Fordstead Road, at around 3am tomorrow, 01/10/2024.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. Surface Water flooding may be possible.
Weather conditions are expected to improve late afternoon tomorrow 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 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 am on 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 18:09
River Don
River levels on the Lower River Don between Doncaster and Fishlake have continued to fall throughout today, Sunday 11/02/2024.
Although levels across the Lower Don catchment have fallen, river levels remain high at Kirk Bramwith. As such this alert remains in force.
We are continuing to monitor the forecast and river levels closely.
Avoid waterlogged land and using low lying footpaths next to local watercourses. Please do not walk or drive through floodwater.
This message will be updated by 9am on 12/02/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2024 09:16
River Don
River levels on the Lower River Don between Doncaster and Fishlake peaked last night and have been falling throughout today, Saturday 10/02/2024.
There forecast has changed and we are no longer expecting to see another rise in river levels overnight tonight. Levels are falling but remain high and therefore this Flood Alert remains in force.
We are continuing to monitor the forecast and river levels closely and we anticipate removing this alert tomorrow morning, Sunday 11/02/2024.
Avoid waterlogged land and using low lying footpaths next to local watercourses. Please do not walk or drive through floodwater.
This message will be updated by 9pm on 11/02/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 20:54
River Don
River levels on the Lower River Don between Doncaster and Fishlake peaked last night and have been falling throughout today, Saturday 10/02/2024.
There forecast has changed and we are no longer expecting to see another rise in river levels overnight tonight. Levels are falling but remain high and therefore this Flood Alert remains in force.
We are continuing to monitor the forecast and river levels closely and we anticipate removing this alert tomorrow morning, Sunday 11/02/2024.
Avoid waterlogged land and using low lying footpaths next to local watercourses. Please do not walk or drive through floodwater.
This message will be updated by 09:00AM on 11/02/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 17:10
River Don
River levels on the Lower River Don between Doncaster and Fishlake peaked last night and have been falling throughout today, Saturday 10/02/2024.
There forecast has changed and we are no longer expecting to see another rise in river levels overnight tonight. Levels are falling but remain high and therefore this Flood Alert remains in force.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels closely.
Avoid waterlogged land and using low lying footpaths next to local watercourses. Please do not walk or drive through floodwater.
This message will be updated by 05:00AM on 11/02/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2024 10:04
River Don
River levels on the Lower River Don between Doncaster and Fishlake rose in response to persistent rainfall throughout yesterday, Friday 09/02/2024. River levels have peaked across the catchment and are beginning to fall.
We expect river levels to begin to rise again tonight, Saturday 10/02/2024, and into the early hours of tomorrow morning, Sunday 11/02/2024, as a result of further rainfall. We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels closely.
Avoid waterlogged land and using low-lying footpaths next to local watercourses. Please do not walk or drive through floodwater.
This message will be updated by 17:00 on 10/02/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 20:33
River Don
River levels in the Lower River Don Catchment between Doncaster and Fishlake continue to rise in response to persistent rainfall overnight and throughout today, Friday 09/02/2024. Low-lying farm and park land next to the river is likely to be affected by the rising water.
We expect river levels to peak at Fishlake around 3am tomorrow morning where they are then forecast to fall throughout tomorrow (10/02/2024). As such, the risk of flooding remains.
Further scattered rainfall is forecast overnight, but we currently do not expect to issue any flood warnings in this area. Please avoid waterlogged land and using low-lying footpaths next to local watercourses. Please do not walk or drive through floodwater.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels closely.
This message will be updated by09:00 AM, 10/02/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2024 13:38
River Don
River levels in the Lower River Don Catchment between Doncaster and Fishlake are rising in response to persistent rainfall overnight and today, Friday 09/02/2024. Low-lying farm and park land next to the river is likely to be affected by the rising water.
Flooding is possible from 3:30pm this afternoon until tomorrow morning.
Further rainfall is forecast throughout today. Please avoid waterlogged land and using low-lying footpaths next to local watercourses. Please do not walk or drive through floodwater.
This message will be updated by 9:00pm 09/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 20:43
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don continue to steadily fall following Tuesday's persistent rainfall. Levels should continue to fall over the weekend. No further significant rainfall is expected in the coming days. Please stay away from flood embankments and do not walk or drive through flood water. A number of roads in the area are closed due to flooding, including Fordstead Lane. For the latest information on road closures please check the City of Doncaster Council website. We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels closely. This message will be updated by 08:30 AM on 06/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Jan 2024 10:40
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don remain high, but continue to steadily fall, following Tuesday's persistent rainfall. Levels should continue to fall through today, Friday 5th January 2024, and this weekend. No further significant rainfall is expected in the coming days. Please stay away from flood embankments and do not walk or drive through flood water. A number of roads in the area are closed due to flooding, including Fordstead Lane. For the latest information on road closures please check the City of Doncaster Council website. We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels closely. This message will be updated by 20:30 on 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 22:18
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don remain high following Tuesday's persistent rainfall. Levels on the Lower Don should continue to fall. Please stay away from flood embankments and do not walk or drive through flood water. A number of roads in the area are closed due to flooding, including Fordstead Lane. For the latest information on road closures please check the City of Doncaster Council website. We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels closely and will issue Flood Warnings if required. This message will be updated by 10:00 AM on 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 17:07
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don remain high following Tuesday's persistent rainfall. The River Don peaked at Doncaster, Wednesday 3rd January 2024 at 07.30am and peaked at Kirk Bramwith at 12.30pm, Wednesday 3rd January 2024. Levels on the Lower Don should continue to fall. Please stay away from flood embankments and do not walk or drive through flood water. A number of roads in the area are closed due to flooding, including Fordstead Lane. For the latest information on road closures please check the City of Doncaster Council website. We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels closely and will issue Flood Warnings if required. This message will be updated by 06:00 AM on 05/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 07:35
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don remain high following Tuesday's persistent rainfall. The River Don peaked at Doncaster yesterday at around 07.30am and peaked at Kirk Bramwith at 12.30pm, Wednesday 3rd January 2024. Despite further unsettled weather expected today, Thursday the 4th January 2024, levels on the Lower Don should continue to fall. Please stay away from flood embankments and do not walk or drive through flood water. A number of roads in the area are closed due to flooding, including Fordstead Lane and Jubilee Bridge. For the latest information on road closures please check the City of Doncaster Council website. We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels closely and will issue Flood Warnings if required. This message will be updated by 15:35 PM on 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 19:08
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don remain high following yesterday’s persistent rainfall. The River Don peaked at Doncaster this morning at around 7.30am and peaked at Kirk Bramwith at 12.30pm today, Wednesday 3rd January 2024. Despite further unsettled weather expected on Thursday, with showers at times, levels on the Lower Don should continue to fall overnight, Wednesday 3rd January 2024.
Please stay away from flood embankments and do not walk or drive through flood water. A number of roads in the area are closed due to flooding, including Fordstead Lane and Jubilee Bridge. For the latest information on road closures please check the City of Doncaster Council website.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels closely and will issue Flood Warnings if required. This message will be updated by 08:00AM on 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 10:55
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don remain high following yesterday’s persistent rainfall. The River Don peaked at Doncaster this morning at around 7.30am and is currently peaking at Kirk Bramwith. Despite further unsettled weather on Wednesday and Thursday, with showers at times, levels on the Lower Don should fall through the day today, Wednesday 3rd January 2024.
Please stay away from flood embankments and do not walk or drive through flood water. A number of roads in the area are closed due to flooding, including Fordstead Lane and Jubilee Bridge. For the latest information on road closures please check the City of Doncaster Council website.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels closely and will issue Flood Warnings if required. This message will be updated by 18:55 on 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 10:06
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don remain high following response to rainfall overnight and are expected to continue to rise throughout today Tuesday 02/01/2024 due to further rain forecast from around mid day today. There is further rain expected over the next few days and levels are expected to increase, with river levels currently expected to peak in the early hours of Wednesday 03/01/2024. Please stay away from flood embankments and do not walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels closely. This message will be updated by 9 pm 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 20:52
River Don
River levels in the Lower Don Catchment between Doncaster and Fishlake are expected to rise this evening in response to the rainfall that is now falling and will continue into the early hours of 2nd January 2024.
Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow (02/01/2024), which will increase river levels again. Low-lying farm and park land next to the river is likely to be affected by the rising water.
We do not currently expect properties to flood from the River Don but we will continue to monitor the situation. Please avoid waterlogged land and using low-lying footpaths next to local watercourses. Please do not walk or drive through floodwater.
This message will be updated by 09:00 am 02/01/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Dec 2023 08:25
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don have been falling overnight and are expected to continue to fall throughout today, Friday 15th December. There is no further significant rain forecast over the next few days, therefore, levels should gradually fall throughout the week. This process will be slowed down by the rising tides.
Please stay away from flood embankments and do not walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels closely. This message will be updated by 08:00 PM on 15/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2023 18:19
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don have been falling throughout today and are expected to continue to fall overnight, Thursday 14th December. There is no further significant rain forecast over the next few days, therefore, levels should gradually fall throughout the week. This process will be slowed down by the rising tides.
Please stay away from flood embankments and do not walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels closely. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 15/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Dec 2023 09:08
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don have been falling overnight and are expected to continue to fall throughout today, Thursday 14th December. There is no further significant rain forecast over the next few days, therefore, levels should gradually fall throughout the week. This process will be slowed down by the rising tides.
Please stay away from flood embankments and do not walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels closely. This message will be updated by 5PM on 14/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2023 18:09
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don have been falling throughout today and are expected to continue overnight, Wednesday 13th December. There is no further significant rain forecast over the next few days, therefore, levels should gradually fall throughout the week. This process will be slowed down by the rising tides. The Jubilee Bridge flood gates (Wood Lane crossing of River Don) remain open.
Please stay away from flood embankments and do not walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels closely. This message will be updated by 09:00AM on 14/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Dec 2023 10:24
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don are have been falling overnight and are expected to continue to fall today, Wednesday 13th December. There is no further significant rain forecast over the next few days, therefore, levels should gradually fall throughout the week. This process will be slowed down by the rising tides. The Jubilee Bridge flood gates (Wood Lane crossing of River Don) remain open.
Please stay away from flood embankments and do not walk or drive through flood water. We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels closely. This message will be updated by 06:00 PM on 13/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 20:37
River Don
River levels on the Lower River Don are expected to remain high due to rainfall early today, 12/12/2023, but are beginning to fall. However, this alert remains in force. We do not expect the Lower River Don or any watercourses flowing into it to reach the same levels as they have over the last few days. The Jubilee Bridge flood gates (Wood Lane crossing of River Don) remain open. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 13/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Dec 2023 08:49
River Don
River levels on the Lower River Don between Newton and Fishlake fell overnight. However, following another band of rain early on 12/12/2023, river levels will rise again through today and therefore, this alert remains in force. We do not expect the Lower River Don or any watercourses flowing into it to reach the same levels as they have over the last few days. The Jubilee Bridge flood gates (Wood Lane crossing of River Don) remain open. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely. This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on 12/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 20:55
River Don
River levels on the Lower River Don between Newton and Fishlake are falling after persistent rain on 10/12/2023. Another band of rain is forecast to move across South Yorkshire between 02:00 AM and 07:00 AM on 12/12/2023. This rainfall will cause river levels to rise again through 12th and 13th December and therefore, this alert remains in force. We do not expect the lower River Don or any watercourses flowing into it to reach the same levels as they have over the last few days. The Jubilee Bridge flood gates (Wood Lane crossing of River Don) are open. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely. Our Leeds Incident Room will remain open until 10:00 PM on 11/12/2023. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 12/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 09:20
River Don
River levels on the Lower River Don are falling after last nights rain but remain high. They will continue to fall throughout the day but another band of rain is forecast overnight tonight with further showers tomorrow, 12/12/2023. This rainfall will cause river levels to rise again from tomorrow morning and therefore, this Flood Alert remains in force. We are not currently expecting rivers to reach the same levels as they have over the last few days. The Jubilee flood gates are currently closed. 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 8:00 PM on 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 20:04
River Don
River levels on the Lower River Don are falling 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 lower levels to those reached last night, 9/12/2023. Therefore, this Flood Alert remains in force. The Jubilee flood gates are currently closed. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely.
Levels are expected to rise again at around 11:00 PM tonight, 10/12/2023, with a peak in Doncaster around 08:00 to 09:00 AM on Monday morning. 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 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 17:57
River Don
River levels on the Lower River Don are falling 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. The Jubilee flood gates are currently closed. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely.
Levels are expected to rise again at around 10:00 PM tonight, 10/12/2023, with a peak in Doncaster around 08:00 to 11:00 AM on Monday morning. 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 06:00 AM on 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 08:28
River Don
River levels are expected to peak on the Lower Don mid-morning today, Sunday 10/12/23. River levels will remain high but fall throughout the day. There are further bands of rain forecast mid-morning and this evening so river levels are expected to rise again overnight tonight, peaking tomorrow morning. The Jubilee flood gates are currently closed. We will continue to closely monitor rainfall and river levels. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through floodwater. This message will be updated by 16:00 on 10/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 21:10
River Don
River levels continue to rise in the Lower Don catchment as a result of persistent rainfall today, 9/12/23, and are expected to continue to rise overnight. Levels are currently expected to peak through Doncaster on Sunday morning around 9-11 am and will remain high through the day. Further rainfall over the coming days is likely to keep levels high in the lower Don catchment going into the new week.
Environment Agency staff are in the process of closing the Jubilee Bridge flood gates, and we will be out in the area on Sunday checking our flood defences.
We will continue to closely monitor rainfall and river levels. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through floodwater. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 10/12/2023
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 13:29
River Don
River levels are forecast to rise again on the Lower Don in response to this morning’s rainfall, today, Saturday 09/12/2023. There is further rainfall forecast from late afternoon into this evening and levels will continue to rise overnight, peaking tomorrow morning. The flood gates at Jubilee Bridge Gates are currently open but we expect them to be closed this evening. We will continue to closely monitor rainfall and river levels. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through floodwater. This message will be updated by 21:00 on 09/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 05:41
River Don
River levels are falling following yesterday's rainfall. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. The flood gates at Jubilee Bridge Gates are open. We will continue to closely monitor rainfall and river levels. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through floodwater. This message will be updated by 1.45 pm on 09/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 16:14
River Don
River levels are falling following yesterday's rainfall. Further rainfall is forecast over the coming days. The flood gates at Jubilee Bridge Gates are open. We will continue to closely monitor rainfall and river levels.
Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through floodwater.
This message will be updated by 4.15 am on 09/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 04:01
River Don
River levels at Doncaster, Kirk Bramwith, Norwood and Fishlake have risen as a result of yesterday’s widespread rainfall.
The flood gates at Jubilee Gates remain closed. Levels are not expected to reach levels seen earlier this week. As further rainfall is expected over the coming days, we will continue to closely monitor rainfall and river levels. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through floodwater.
This message will be updated by 4 PM on 08/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 19:29
River Don
River levels at Doncaster, Kirk Bramwith, Norwood and Fishlake have dropped throughout today, 07/12/2023, but are now rising as a result of further rainfall.
The flood gates at Jubilee Gates remain closed.
Catchments are wet and levels are expected to continue to rise this evening and to peak at Doncaster between 04:00 AM and 06:00 AM Friday (08/12/2023) but are not expected to reach levels seen earlier this week. Further rain is forecast over the coming days.
Please take care around any floodwater. We will continue to monitor the forecast and river levels closely. This message will be updated by 06:00am on 08/12/2023
Flood Alert issued on 7 Dec 2023 08:54
River Don
River levels at Doncaster, Kirk Bramwith, Norwood and Fishlake peaked yesterday, Wednesday 06/12/2023, and have continued to fall overnight.
The flood gates at Jubilee Gates remain closed.
Further rain is forecast today Thursday 07/12/2023 into Friday 08/12/2023. Catchments are wet and levels are expected to rise again this evening and into Friday morning, reaching similar levels to earlier this week.
Please take care around any standing floodwater, and do not walk, run, or cycle through flooded areas. We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 9pm on 07/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2023 21:07
River Don
River levels at Doncaster, Kirk Bramwith, Norwood and Fishlake peaked this morning on Wednesday 06/12/2023 and have fallen fall throughout this afternoon. They will continue to fall overnight.
The flood gates at Jubilee Gates remain closed.
Further rain is forecast for West and South Yorkshire on Thursday 06/12/2023 into Friday 07/12/2023. Catchments are wet and river levels remain high and levels are expected to rise again through Thursday evening and into Friday morning.
Please take care around any standing floodwater, and do not walk, run, or cycle through flooded areas. We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 9am on 07/12/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2023 20:57
River Don
River levels at Doncaster, Kirk Bramwith, Norwood and Fishlake peaked this morning on Wednesday 06/12/2023 and have fallen fall throughout this afternoon. They will continue to fall overnight.
The flood gates at Jubilee Gates remain closed.
Further rain is forecast for West and South Yorkshire on Thursday 06/12/2023 into Friday 07/12/2023. Catchments are wet and river levels remain high and levels are expected to rise again through Thursday evening and into Friday morning
Please take care around any standing floodwater, and do not walk, run, or cycle through flooded areas. We will continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 9am tomorrow.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Dec 2023 10:16
River Don
River levels on the lower River Don have peaked and will fall steadily on Wednesday 06/12/2023.
River levels at Doncaster, Kirk Bramwith, Norwood and Fishlake peaked this morning on Wednesday 06/12/2023 and will fall throughout this afternoon.
The flood gates at Jubilee Gates remain closed.
Further rain is forecast for West and South Yorkshire on Thursday 06/12/2023 into Friday 07/12/2023. Catchments are wet and river levels remain high and expected to rise again on Thursday 06/12/2023.
Please take care around any standing floodwater, and do not walk, run, or cycle through flooded areas. We will continue to monitor levels closely.
This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on 06/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 5 Dec 2023 09:23
River Don
Following persistent rainfall yesterday (5/12/23) and overnight, river levels on the Lower River Don catchment between Hexthorpe and Stainforth are rising. We expect to see some overtopping at Fordstead Lane road bridge at Doncaster around midday today (5/12/23). River levels are expected to peak around 5pm today and will start to fall overnight and into tomorrow (6/12/23).
Please take care in areas close to rising watercourses: avoid them wherever possible. We continue to monitor this situation.
This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on 05/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Nov 2023 09:49
River Don
River levels at Doncaster, Kirk Bramwith and Fishlake peaked on Friday 03/11/2023 and will continue to fall throughout the weekend. The flood gates at Jubilee Bridge are now open. Further rain is forecast today Saturday 04/11/2023. River levels are high and expected to rise, however they are not expected to exceed the levels from Friday 03/11/2023. We are likely to remove this alert this afternoon 04/11/2023 but may need to re-issue it tomorrow 05/11/2023 as the river responds to today’s rain. 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 06:00 PM on 04/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2023 22:29
River Don
River levels at Doncaster, Kirk Bramwith and Fishlake peaked this morning on Friday 03/11/2023 and will continue to fall throughout the weekend. The flood gates at Jubilee Bridge are now open. Further rain is forecast for Saturday 04/11/23. River levels are high and expected to rise, however they are not expected to exceed the peaks from Friday 03/11/2023. 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 07:30 AM on 04/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2023 12:28
River Don
River levels on the River Don have peaked and will fall steadily on Friday 03/11/2023.
River levels at Doncaster, Kirk Bramwith and Fishlake peaked this morning on Friday 03/11/2023 and will fall throughout this afternoon
The flood gates at Jubilee gates remain closed.
Further rain is forecast for Saturday 04/11/23. River levels are high and expected to rise, however they are not expected to exceed the peaks from Friday 03/11/2023.
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 09:00 PM on 03/11/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2023 15:44
River Don
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.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Oct 2023 16:34
River Don
River levels continue to fall on the River Don. This alert remains in force as pumping operations are ongoing in the area to remove water that remains on low lying land and in washlands adjacent to the river. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Our incident room remains open, and we are closely monitoring the forecast. Further rain is forecast in the coming days and over the weekend, but no impacts are currently expected. We do not anticipate we will need to issue any further flood warnings at this stage.
The Jubilee Bridge flood gates have been opened and the Jubilee Bridge on Ferry Road in Thorne is now open. For a full list of roads that remain closed see the City of Doncaster Council website.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Oct 2023 08:49
River Don
River levels continue to fall but remain elevated on the River Don. This alert remains in force as there is water on low lying land and in washlands adjacent to the rivers. Pumping operations are ongoing in the area. Further showery rain is forecast over the next few days but no further impacts are expected. We do not anticipate we will need to issue any further flood warnings.
The Jubilee Bridge flood gates have been opened and the Jubilee Bridge on Ferry Road in Thorne is now open. For a full list of roads that remain closed see the City of Doncaster Council website.
Our incident room remains open, and we are closely monitoring the forecast. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 21:00 PM on Thursday 26/10/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Oct 2023 21:00
River Don
River levels continue to fall but remain elevated on the River Don. This alert remains in force as there is water on low lying land and in washlands adjacent to the rivers. Pumping operations are ongoing in the area. Further showery rain is forecast over the next few days but no further impacts are expected. We do not anticipate we will need to issue any further flood warnings.
The Jubilee Bridge flood gates have been opened and the Jubilee Bridge on Ferry Road in Thorne is now open. For a full list of roads that remain closed see the City of Doncaster Council website.
Our incident room remains open, and we are closely monitoring the forecast. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on Thursday 26/10/2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Oct 2023 14:01
River Don
River levels on the Don have fallen significantly following Storm Babet. We do not expect further significant rain today or tomorrow so levels will continue to drop over the next few days. Standing water remains in place and pumping operations are ongoing. We will continue to monitor the situation. Take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We will update this message by 22:00 25th October 2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Oct 2023 03:05
River Don
River levels on the Don have fallen significantly following Storm Babet. We do not expect further significant rain today or tomorrow so levels will continue to drop over the next few days.
We continue to monitor the situation. Take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger.
We will update this message by 15:05 PM 25th October 2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Oct 2023 21:21
River Don
River levels on the River Don have fallen significantly following Storm Babet. We expect a small rise in river levels this evening, 24/10/23, due to the rain that passed through South Yorkshire earlier today. However, as no further significant rain is expected tonight or tomorrow, 25/10/23, river levels will peak at levels below concern in the early hours of tomorrow morning and continue to drop over the next few days. We continue to monitor the forecast closely. Take care on waterside roads and footpaths and don't put yourself in unnecessary danger. We will update this message 05:20 AM 25/10/2023
Flood Alert issued on 24 Oct 2023 08:30
River Don
River levels have fallen throughout yesterday, Monday 23/10/23, and overnight but remain elevated on the Ea Beck and the River Don. This alert remains in force as further rainfall is forecast throughout today and overnight, which may cause river levels to rise from mid-morning. This latest period of rain is not currently expected to result in the need to issue further flood warnings in addition to the warnings currently in force. Our incident room remains open, and we are closely monitoring the forecast.
Our incident room remains open, and we are closely monitoring the forecast. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 16:30, 24/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2023 21:04
River Don
River levels have fallen throughout today, Monday 23/10/23, but remain elevated on the Ea Beck and the River Don. This alert remains in force as further rainfall is forecast tonight and into tomorrow Tuesday 24th October, which may cause river levels to rise from mid-morning. This is a shorter, much less intense period of rainfall than last weekend but if river levels rise the risk of flooding to low-lying land and washlands will increase.
Our incident rooms are open, and we are closely monitoring the situation. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 05:00 AM, 24/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2023 11:00
River Don
River levels remain high on the Ea Beck and the River Don, although are expected to continue to fall throughout today, Monday 23/10/23. Further rainfall is forecast throughout the week, and rivers will be receptive to any further rainfall.
Our incident rooms are open, and we are closely monitoring the situation. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 19:00, 23/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Oct 2023 23:46
River Don
River levels remain high on the Ea Beck and the River Don, although are expected to fall throughout the night and into Monday, 23/10/23.
You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water. Our incident rooms are open, and we are closely monitoring the situation.
This message will be updated by 11:30, 23/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Oct 2023 11:49
River Don
River levels remain high on the Ea Beck and the River Don, although are expected to fall throughout Sunday, 22/10/23. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Our incident rooms are open, and we are closely monitoring the situation. This message will be updated by 19:50, 22/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Oct 2023 03:31
River Don
River levels remain high on the Ea Beck, River Don, although are expected to fall throughout the night and into Sunday, 22/10/23.
Our incident rooms are open, and we are closely monitoring the situation. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 11:25 AM 22/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2023 16:45
River Don
River levels are remaining high on the Ea Beck, River Don due to heavy rainfall.
Flooding in areas adjacent to the river is still possible through out today, 21st October 2023 and into the evening.
Our incident rooms are open, and we are closely monitoring the situation.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions and consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 07:00 AM 22/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 15:21
River Don
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Don due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Hexthorpe to Stainforth, including Swaith Dike and North Swaith Dike in Bentley . Flooding of low lying land near the watercourse is likely throughout Friday the 20th of October.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout 20th October and river levels are expected to continue to rise with river levels peaking around 12:00pm on Saturday 21st October. Our incident room is 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 15:15 on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 14:50
River Don
River levels are forecast to rise on the Ea Beck, River Don due to heavy rainfall.
Areas most at risk include Hexthorpe to Stainforth, including Swaith Dike and North Swaith Dike in Bentley . Flooding of low lying land near the watercourse is likely throughout Friday the 20th of October.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout 20 October and river levels are expected to continue to rise. Our incident room is 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 14:45 on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2022 22:56
River Don
Levels in the Lower Don catchment remain very high following yesterday’s persistent rainfall. Levels are now slowly falling from Doncaster to Fishlake and are expected to continue to do so through tonight and into tomorrow, Saturday 19 September 2022. Norwood spillway is operating as designed. As a result of levels falling in the Stainforth area, the flood gate at Jubilee Bridge has been opened.
Please remain vigilant as standing water is likely to remain in fields and low-lying land for some time. Further unsettled weather is expected from Sunday onwards although at this stage rainfall amounts look more limited, however, be aware that rivers will be more responsive to any further spells of rain.
We are continuing to monitor the situation closely and will update this message by 08:00 on 19/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2022 18:37
River Don
Levels in the Lower Don catchment remain very high following yesterday’s persistent rainfall. Levels are now slowly falling from Doncaster to Fishlake and are expected to continue to do so through tonight and into tomorrow, Saturday 19 September 2022. Norwood spillway is operating as designed, meaning water is spilling into Thorpe Marshes from Ea Beck, and this may mean Forstead Lane is inaccessible. Due to the levels still being very high in Stainforth area, the flood gate at Jubilee Bridge remains closed but we hope to be able to open it some time tomorrow.
Please remain vigilant as standing water is likely to remain in fields and low-lying land for some time. Further unsettled weather is expected from Sunday onwards although at this stage rainfall amounts look more limited, however, be aware that rivers will be more responsive to any further spells of rain.
We are continuing to monitor the situation closely and will update this message by 08:00 on 19/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2022 11:08
River Don
Levels in the Lower Don catchment are very high following yesterday’s persistent rainfall. Levels at Doncaster peaked overnight and have been slowly falling over the last few hours, and levels are now starting to peak downstream of Kirk Bramwith. Norwoood spillway is operating as designed, meaning water is spilling into Thorpe Marshes from Ea Beck and this may affect Forstead Lane although it has not been closed yet. Due to the high levels in Stainforth area we have operated our flood gates at Jubilee Bridge and our operational staff are in the area checking our flood embankments.
We anticipate that levels will slowly fall downstream of Kirk Bramwith from this afternoon onwards however standing water is likely to affect fields and low-lying land for some time. Further unsettled weather is expected from Sunday onwards although at this stage rainfall amounts look more limited, however be aware that rivers will be more responsive to any further spells of rain.
We are continuing to monitor the situation closely and will update this message by 19:00 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Nov 2022 10:54
River Don
Levels in the Lower Don catchment are very high following yesterday’s persistent rainfall. Levels at Doncaster peaked overnight and have been slowly falling over the last few hours, and levels are now starting to peak downstream of Kirk Bramwith. Norwoood spillway is operating as designed, meaning water is spilling into Thorpe Marshes from Ea Beck and this may affect Forstead Lane although it has not been closed yet. Due to the high levels in Stainforth area we have operated our flood gates at Jubilee Bridge and our operational staff are in the area checking our flood embankments.
We anticipate that levels will slowly fall downstream of Kirk Bramwith from this afternoon onwards however standing water is likely to fields and low-lying land for some time. Further unsettled weather is expected from Sunday onwards although at this stage rainfall amounts look more limited, however be aware that rivers will be more responsive to any further spells of rain.
We are continuing to monitor the situation closely and will update this message by 19:00 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 18:43
River Don
River levels are rising on the Ea Beck and Lower River Don due to persistent heavy rainfall today, 17/11/2022. No property flooding is expected from river flooding, but there may be surface water issues locally. We currently expect the River Don through Doncaster to peak around 02:00 to 05:00 in the morning, before falling through Friday. High levels will remain in the lower reaches through Friday, although relatively low tides will help river levels to steadily fall. Most of the rainfall has now fallen, with only relatively small amounts of rain expected on Friday and Saturday daytime.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary. Our operational staff will be out tomorrow checking our flood defences.
We advise you monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Consider putting your flood plan into action. You should avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 07:30 AM on 18/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2022 21:06
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don have now peaked and continue to fall steadily. This alert remains in force though as levels are still elevated and washlands remain full. Further precipitation is forecast over the next 48 hours but is not expected to cause further flood impacts. We expect river levels to continue to fall overnight. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and washland areas, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 09:00, 24/02/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2022 18:26
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don have now peaked and continue to fall steadily. This alert remains in force though as levels are still elevated and washlands remain full. Further precipitation is forecast over the next 48 hours but is not expected to cause further flood impacts. We expect river levels to continue to fall today, 23/02/2022. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and washland areas, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 21:00, 23/02/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2022 06:54
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don have now peaked following the persistent, heavy, rainfall over the weekend and Monday, and continue to fall steadily. This alert remains in force as levels remain elevated at Kirk Bramwith and Norwood spillway is still operating, so the risk of flooding to low lying land and roads remains. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours but is not expected to cause further flood impacts. We expect river levels to continue to fall today, 23/02/2022. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and washland areas, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 18:00, 23/02/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 20:06
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don have now peaked following the persistent, heavy, rainfall over the weekend and Monday, and continue to fall steadily. This alert remains in force as levels remain elevated at Kirk Bramwith and Norwood spillway is still operating, so the risk of flooding to low lying land and roads remains. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours but is not expected to cause further flood impacts. We expect river levels to continue to fall overnight today, 22/02/2022. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and washland areas, which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 04:00 tomorrow morning, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 11:57
River Don
River levels are high but steady as a result of persistent, heavy, rainfall over the weekend and Monday. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high throughout today, 22/02/2022.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and be aware rivers could rise very quickly even if it's not raining where you are.
This message will be updated by 20:00 this evening, or as the situation changes. To report any property flooding, please call 0800 80 70 60.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 23:58
River Don
River levels are high but steady as a result of Storm Franklin. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Further light rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. We expect river levels to remain high into tomorrow, Tuesday 22/02/2022.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and be aware rivers could rise very quickly even if it's not raining where you are.
This message will be updated by 12:00 tomorrow afternoon or as the situation changes. To report any property flooding, please call 0800 80 70 60.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 02:52
River Don
River levels remain high on the Lower Don as a result of heavy persistent rain yesterday (20/2/2022). Levels have now peaked in Doncaster however levels will remain high throughout the Lower Don catchment until at least Wednesday (23/2/2022).
Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, with a possibility that Forstead Lane, near Barnby Dun, may flood.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast and 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 14:50 tomorrow afternoon, 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 09:26
River Don
River levels rose as a result of heavy rainfall overnight and this morning, 20/02/2022. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, with a possibility that Forstead Lane, near Barnby Dun, may flood.
Further persistent heavy rainfall is forecast throughout today, particularly in Pennine areas, with river levels across the Lower River Don expected to peak from 2am, Monday 21/02/2022, onwards and remain high through Monday.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast.
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 at 18:45 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 21:25
River Don
River levels rose as a result of rainfall associated with Storm Eunice yesterday. River levels through Doncaster have peaked, and are currently falling, but remain elevated (19/02/2022). Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, with a possibility that Forstead Lane, near Barnby Dun, may flood.
Please be aware that we are expecting persistent heavy rainfall on Sunday, particularly in Pennine areas, levels across the Lower River Don will start to rise again Sunday morning and as a result are likely some high river levels late on Sunday and into Monday.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast.
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 at 09:00, 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 16:50
River Don
River levels rose as a result of rainfall associated with Storm Eunice yesterday. River levels through Doncaster have peaked, and are currently falling, but remain elevated (19/02/2022). Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, with a possibility that Forstead Lane, near Barnby Dun, may flood.
Please be aware levels are likely to rise again due to further heavy and persistent rainfall throughout Sunday, 20/02/2022, and in to Monday, 21/02/2022.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be aware that we are expecting persistent heavy rainfall on Sunday, particularly in Pennine areas, and as a result are likely to see some very high river levels late on Sunday and in to Monday.
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 at 21:00, 19/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 09:24
River Don
River levels rose as a result of rainfall associated with Storm Eunice yesterday, 18/02/2022. River levels through Doncaster have peaked, and are currently falling, but remain elevated (19/02/2022). Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, with a possibility that Forstead Lane, near Barnby Dun, may flood.
Although river levels are now falling, they will remain elevated throughout today, 19/02/2022. Please be aware levels are likely to rise again due to further heavy and persistent rainfall throughout Sunday, 20/02/2022, and into Monday, 21/02/2022.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be aware that we are expecting persistent heavy rainfall on Sunday, particularly in Pennine areas, and as a result are likely to see some very high river levels late on Sunday and into Monday.
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 at 17:30, 19/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 20:35
River Don
River levels have risen as a result of rainfall associated with Storm Eunice. We expect river levels through Doncaster to peak around 10-11pm this evening, 18/02/2022, before starting to fall on Saturday morning. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, with a possibility that Forstead Lane, near Barnby Dun, may flood.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be aware that we are expecting persistent heavy rainfall on Sunday, particularly in Pennine areas, and as a result are likely to see some very high river levels late on Sunday and into Monday.
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 at 8am, 19/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 17:20
River Don
River levels have risen as a result of rainfall associated with Storm Eunice. We expect river levels through Doncaster to peak around 9-11pm this evening, 18/02/2022, before starting to fall on Saturday morning. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, with a possibility that Forstead Lane, near Barnby Dun, may flood.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please be aware that we are expecting persistent heavy rainfall on Sunday, particularly in Pennine areas, and as a result are likely to see some very high river levels late on Sunday and into Monday.
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 at 10pm, 18/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2021 21:26
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don remain elevated from Storm Darcy’s heavy rainfall working its way down the catchment, but are now falling steadily.
Further wintery showers are forecast over the next few days but we do not expect these to cause a significant river response.
Although river levels are have started to fall throughout today, 08/02/21, they remain above the flood risk threshold in the lower reaches of the catchment, so flooding of low-lying roads and farmland remains possible. Ea Beck has stopped spilling into washlands at Norwood. Fordstead Lane may be flooded. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 08:00 (09/02/2021) or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2021 12:14
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don remain elevated following the persistent heavy rainfall during Storm Darcy on Saturday (06/02/21), but are now falling steadily. Further wintery showers are forecast over the next few days but we do not expect these to cause a significant river response. Although river levels are expected to continue to slowly fall throughout today, 08/02/21, they remain above the flood risk threshold in the lower reaches of the catchment so flooding of low-lying roads and farmland remains possible. Ea Beck continues to spill into washlands at Norwood, as designed, so Fordstead Lane may be flooded. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 20:15 (08/02/2021) or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2021 04:20
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don remain elevated following the persistent heavy rainfall during Storm Darcy (06/02/21), but are now falling steadily. Further wintery showers are forecast over the next few days but we do not expect these to cause a significant river response.Although river levels are expected to continue to slowly fall throughout today, 08/02/21, they remain above the flood risk threshold in the lower reaches of the catchment so flooding of low-lying roads and farmland remains possible. Ea Beck continues to spill into washlands at Norwood, as designed, so Fordstead Lane may be flooded. Please avoid using lowlying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 20:54
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don remain elevated as a result of persistent heavy rainfall yesterday (Saturday, 06/02/21). The heaviest rain has now passed and levels peaked through Doncaster earlier today and are now falling. However river levels will remain high overnight tonight (Sunday, 07/02/21) and flooding of roads and farmland remains possible. Further wintery showers are forecast over the next few days but we do not expect these to cause a significant river response. Ea Beck continues to spill into washlands at Norwood, as designed, so Fordstead Lane may be flooded. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 12:55
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don remain elevated as a result of Storm Darcy. The heaviest rain has now passed however levels will remain high today, 07/02/21, as water travels through the catchment. Levels peaked through Doncaster earlier today and are now beginning to fall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible today. Further wintry showers are forecast today but we do not expect this to cause a significant response. Ea Beck continues to spill into washlands at Norwood, as designed, so Fordstead Lane may be flooded. Our incident response staff have checked flood banks and are closely monitoring to assess whether we need to close the flood gate at Jubilee Bridge. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 21:00 07/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 03:17
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don continue to rise as a result of Storm Darcy. The heaviest rain has now passed however levels are expected to continue to rise into this morning, 07/02/21, as water travels through the catchment. We expect levels to peak around 8am through Doncaster and do not expect levels to be as high as those seen during Storm Christoph two weeks ago. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland remains possible today. Further wintry showers are forecast today but we do not expect this to cause a significant response. Ea Beck continues to spill into washlands at Norwood, as designed, so Fordstead Lane may be flooded. Our incident response staff have checked flood banks and are closely monitoring to assess whether we need to close the flood gate at Jubilee Bridge. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 11:15, 07/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 19:15
River Don
River levels have risen as a result of persistent and heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of roads and farmland is possible this evening and tomorrow, 07/02/2021. Further rain is forecast this evening but should start to peter out overnight. Levels on the Lower Don are expected to continue to rise into Sunday morning, peaking around 8am through Doncaster. We do not expect levels to be as high as those seen during Storm Christoph, two weeks ago . Ea Beck is spilling into washland area at Norwood, as designed, and is likely to affect Forstead Lane.
Our incident response staff will be checking flood banks and will operate defences where necessary. We are closely monitoring to assess whether we need to close the flood gate at Jubilee bridge. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2021 10:07
River Don
River levels have peaked and are falling in Doncaster where we do not expect any issues, though flooding of low lying roads and farmland is expected today, 29/01/2021, particularly around Fordstead Lane (Arksey to Barnby Dun) which may become impassable. Flooding of properties is not expected. We expect river levels to remain high through this morning and into the afternoon (29/01/2021). We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 19:00, 30/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 17:29
River Don
River levels have peaked and are falling in Doncaster where we do not expect any issues, though flooding of low lying roads and farmland is expected today, 29/01/2021, particularly around Fordstead Lane (Arksey to Barnby Dun) which may become impassable. Flooding of properties is not expected. We expect river levels to remain high through this morning and into the afternoon (29/01/2021). We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 09:00, 30/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 09:33
River Don
River levels have peaked and are falling in Doncaster where we do not expect any issues, though flooding of low lying roads and farmland is expected today, 29/01/2021, particularly around Fordstead Lane (Arksey to Barnby Dun) which may become impassable. Flooding of properties is not expected. We expect river levels to remain high through this morning and into the afternoon (29/01/2021). We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 17:45, 29/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 02:49
River Don
River levels have risen as a result of the rainfall that has fallen throughout yesterday (28/01/2021). Levels are currently peaking in Doncaster where we do not expect any issues, though flooding of low lying roads and farmland is expected today, 29/01/2021, particularly around Fordstead Lane (Arksey to Barnby Dun) which may become impassable. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. We expect river levels to remain high through this morning and into the afternoon (29/01/2021). We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 10:45, 29/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 18:12
River Don
River levels have risen as a result of overnight rainfall with another band of rain forecast later this evening (28/01/2021) where there may be some additional river response in the lower reaches of the Don. Levels are currently peaking in Doncaster where we do not expect any issues, though flooding of low lying roads and farmland around is expected from today, 28/01/2021, particularly around Fordstead Lane (Arksey to Barnby Dun) which may become impassable. Flooding of properties is not forecast at this point. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow, 29/01/2021. We are closely monitoring the situation. Our incident response staff are checking defences and liaising with Local Authorities. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 02:10, 29/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Jan 2021 08:26
River Don
River levels remain high within the Lower River Don catchment, although they have fallen throughout the weekend and will continue to fall today, Monday 25/01/2021. Be aware that water remains within the washlands and in areas adjacent to the river, particularly on low lying land and roads. Therefore avoid using footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may still be flooded. We continue to monitor the situation closely and will update this message by 4:30pm, 25/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2021 22:13
River Don
River levels have remained high within the Lower River Don catchment, although they have fallen throughout today and will continue to fall over the next few days. Be aware that water remains within the washlands and in areas adjacent to the river, particularly on low lying land and roads. Therefore avoid using footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may still be flooded. We continue to monitor the situation closely and will update this message by 10:30am, 25/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2021 17:13
River Don
River levels have remained high within the Lower River Don catchment, although they have started to fall today, Sunday, 24/01/2021. Be aware that water remains within the washlands and in areas adjacent to the river, particularly on low lying land and roads. Therefore avoid using footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may still be flooded. We continue to monitor the situation closely and will update this message by 22:30, 24/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2021 09:06
River Don
River levels remain high in the Lower River Don, although are now slowly beginning to fall today, Sunday, 24/01/2021. Be aware that water remains within the washlands and in areas adjacent to the river, particularly on low lying land and roads. Therefore avoid using footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may still be flooded. We continue to monitor the situation and will update this message by 17:05, 24/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2021 23:17
River Don
River levels remain high in the Lower River Don catchment this evening as a result of previous rain from Storm Christoph. Be aware that water remains within the washlands and in areas adjacent to the river, particularly on low lying land and roads. Therefore avoid using footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may still be flooded. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the next few days. We continue to monitor the situation and will update this message by 09:30, 24 January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2021 17:49
River Don
River levels remain high in the Lower River Don catchment today, Saturday, 23/01/2021, as a result of previous rain from Storm Christoph. Be aware that water remains within the washlands and in areas adjacent to the river, particularly on low lying land and roads. Therefore avoid using footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may still be flooded. No further significant rainfall is forecast for the next few days. We continue to monitor the situation and will update this message by 23:30, 23/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2021 09:36
River Don
River levels remain high in the Lower River Don catchment as a result of previous rainfall from Storm Christoph, although will continue to fall today, 23/01/2021. No further significant rainfall is forecast over the weekend.
Be aware that water remains within the washlands and in areas adjacent to the river, particularly on low lying land and roads. Avoid using footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may still be flooded. We will update this message by 6pm, 23 January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 23:53
River Don
River levels remain high in the Lower River Don as a result of previous rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. River levels are now falling however water remains within washlands and on low lying land. Areas of standing water will remain adjacent to the river particularly on low lying land and roads. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may still be flooded. This message will be updated by 09:00, 23/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 20:11
River Don
River levels remain high in the Lower River Don as a result of previous rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. River levels are now falling however water remains within washlands and on low lying land. Areas of standing water will remain adjacent to the river particularly on low lying land and roads. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may still be flooded. This message will be updated by 04:10, 23/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 11:57
River Don
River levels remain high in the Lower River Don as a result of previous rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. Levels at Doncaster have fallen just below the level at which we consider flood alerts and levels at Kirk Bramwith and Fishlake are falling, albeit slowly. Areas of standing water will remain adjacent to the river particularly on low lying land and roads. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may still be flooded. This message will be updated by this evening, 22/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 03:59
River Don
River levels rose across the Lower River Don Catchment as a result of the persistent rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. Doncaster has peaked and will now slowly begin to fall throughout the rest of the day. Levels at Kirk Bramwith and Fishlake have also now peaked and are slowly beginning to fall. 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 and we are closely monitoring levels. 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 12:00, 22/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 20:01
River Don
River levels continue to rise across the Lower River Don Catchment as a result of the persistent rainfall throughout yesterday and this morning (21/01/2021). Doncaster has peaked and will now slowly begin to fall throughout the rest of the day. Levels at Kirk Bramwith and Fishlake have also now peaked. 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 and we are closely monitoring levels. 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 04:00, 22/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 12:25
River Don
River levels continue to rise across the Lower River Don Catchment as a result of the persistent rainfall throughout yesterday and this morning (21/01/2021). Doncaster has peaked and will now slowly begin to fall throughout the rest of the day with Kirk Bramwith and Fishlake peaking in the early afternoon (21/01/21). 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 and we are closely monitoring levels. 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 20:15, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 05:40
River Don
River levels continue to rise across the Lower River Don Catchment as a result of the persistent rainfall throughout yesterday and this morning (21/01/2021). We expect levels to peak at Doncaster at around 09:00 (21/01/21), with Kirk Bramwith and Fishlake peaking in the early afternoon (21/01/21). 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 and we are closely monitoring levels. 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 13:40, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 00:46
River Don
River levels are forecast to rise across the Lower River Don Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall throughout yesterday and into today, 21/01/2021. River levels are still rising and are expected to peak late this morning into the afternoon. 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 08:45am, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 13:12
River Don
River levels are forecast to rise across the Lower River Don Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall throughout today, 20/01/2021. 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 21:15, 20/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 05:17
River Don
River levels are forecast to rise across the Lower River Don Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall throughout today, 20/01/2021. 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 13:15, 20/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 23:11
River Don
River levels are forecast to rise across the Lower River Don below Doncaster in response to persistent rainfall through tomorrow, 20/01/2021. Areas most at risk initially 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, 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 13:21
River Don
River levels are forecast to rise across the Lower Don Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall. This rainfall is due to continue through until Thursday morning, 21/01/21. As a result, flooding of minor roads and farmland is possible from this evening onwards. Areas most at risk iinitially are low lying land, roads and farmland. By tomorrow afternoon, 20/01/2021, we expect to see very high river levels and 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, 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 05:19
River Don
River levels continue to fall in the Lower Don Catchment. Ea Beck is also falling and is no longer spilling over at Norwood. A prolonged period of heavy rain is expected from Tuesday morning, 19/01/21, with high rainfall totals through to Thursday, particularly over the Pennines. As the ground is saturated and river levels elevated, we are monitoring the situation closely and will be assessing whether we need to issue flood warnings from Tuesday onwards. Our operational staff have been out today checking our flood defences and clearing screens ahead of the rainfall. Please stay away from low-lying roads, which may be flooded. Be aware of standing water which may make driving conditions hazardous. Check GOV.UK for the latest river levels and 5 day flood forecast.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 21:05
River Don
River levels have continued to fall through the day in the Lower Don Catchment, but remain relatively high as a result of recent rainfall and ongoing snow melt. Ea Beck is also falling and no longer spilling over at Norwood, however low lying land in this area remains flooded. A prolonged period of heavy rain is expected from Monday night, 18/01/21 with high rain totals through to Thursday, particularly over the Pennines. As the ground is saturated and river levels elevated, we are monitoring the situation closely and will be assessing whether we need to issue flood warnings from Tuesday onwards. Our operational staff have been out today checking our flood defences and clearing screens ahead of the rainfall. Please stay away from low lying roads, which may be flooded. Be aware of standing water which may make driving conditions hazardous. Check Gov.UK for the latest river levels and 5 day flood forecast.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 07:27
River Don
River levels have continued to fall overnight in the Lower Don Catchment, but remain relatively high as a result of recent rainfall and ongoing snow melt. Ea Beck is also falling and no longer spilling over at Norwood, however low lying land in this area remains flooded. A prolonged period of heavy rain is expected from Monday night 18/01/21 with high rain totals through to Thursday, particularly over the Pennines. As the ground is saturated and river levels elevated, we are monitoring the situation closely and will be assessing whether we need to issue flood warnings from Tuesday onwards. Our operational staff will be out today checking our flood defences and clearing screens ahead of the rainfall. Please stay away from low lying roads, which may be flooded. Be aware of standing water which may make driving conditions hazardous. Check Gov.UK for the latest river levels and 5 day flood forecast.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2021 19:36
River Don
River levels are now falling in the Lower Don Catchment but remain high as a result of recent rainfall and ongoing snow melt. As such, flooding of low lying land, farmland and minor roads is possible tonight. No further significant rainfall is expected today, Sunday 17/01/2021, or tomorrow morning. Ea Beck is also starting to fall but is continuing to spill into low lying land at Norwood, as designed, potentially affecting Forstead Lane. A prolonged period of heavy rain is expected from Monday night 18/01/21 with high rain totals through to Thursday, particularly over the Pennines. As the ground is saturated and river levels are already high, there is potential for widespread flooding issues from Tuesday onwards. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please stay away from low lying roads, which may be flooded. Be aware of standing water which may make driving conditions hazardous. Check Gov.UK for the latest river levels and 5 day flood forecast.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Jan 2021 11:29
River Don
River levels on the lower Don remain high as a result of yesterday’s rainfall and thawing snow. Although levels will slowly fall or start to fall throughout the catchment today (Sunday 17 January 2021), flooding of low-lying land, farmland and minor roads remains possible. Water is spilling at Norwood, which may affect Forstead Lane. This flood alert has been triggered by levels at Kirk Bramwith. Although we do not expect any further significant rainfall today (17/01/2021), a prolonged period of heavy rainfall is forecast on Tuesday (19/01/2021) and Wednesday (20/01/2021) next week. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please stay away from low-lying roads, which may be flooded, and be aware of standing water which may make driving conditions hazardous. Check GOV.UK for the latest river levels and a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 19:30 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 20:51
River Don
River levels have steadily risen today, 16.01.21, in response to this morning’s rainfall and melting snow. Flooding of low lying land, farmland and minor roads is possible this evening and overnight. This flood alert has been triggered by levels at Kirk Bramwith. No further significant rainfall is expected today or tomorrow, but thawing of lying snow is likely to mean rivers will remain relatively high for the rest of the weekend. Levels are likely to be similar to those seen late on Thursday, although falling tides should help water to escape in the lower reaches of the Don. Ea Beck is also rising and water may begin spilling at Norwood overnight, potentially affecting Forstead Lane. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please stay away from low lying roads, which may be flooded, and be aware of ice and standing water which may make driving conditions hazardous. Check Gov.UK for the latest river levels and 5 day flood forecast.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 15:43
River Don
River levels remain high on the Lower Don following recent rainfall, particularly on the lower, tidal stretches of the river. Levels through Doncaster have been steadily falling and levels are also falling at Kirk Bramwith, however the current sequence of spring tides will slow down this process. Further rain tomorrow morning (16th January), and potential snow melt, is likely to mean that we will see high levels again from later on tomorrow and throughout the weekend. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. 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 11:45pm or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Jan 2021 07:43
River Don
River levels remain high on the Lower Don following recent rainfall, particularly on the lower, tidal stretches of the river. Levels through Doncaster have been steadily falling overnight and levels are also starting to fall at Kirk Bramwith, however the current sequence of spring tides will slow down this process. A drier day is forecast today, Friday 15th January, but further rain on Saturday morning (16th January), and potential snow melt, is likely to mean that we will see high levels again from later on Saturday onwards.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. 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 15:45 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 22:41
River Don
River levels are high but steady as a result of earlier rainfall. Levels are expected to remain high this evening, before falling again at Doncaster overnight. As we are in a period of spring tides, the levels will be relatively slow to fall in the lower stretches of the river. A drier day is forecast tomorrow, Friday 15th January, but further rain on Saturday morning, and potential snow melt, is likely to mean that we will see high levels again through the weekend. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation. 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 on Friday morning 15.01.2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Jan 2021 14:43
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don are steadily rising as a result of persistent rainfall overnight and this morning. Levels are expected to continue to rise through this afternoon and evening 14.01.2021, before falling again at Doncaster overnight. As we are in a period of spring tides, the levels will fall relatively slowly in the lower stretches of the river. A drier day is forecast tomorrow, Friday 15.01.2021, but further rain early on Saturday 16.01.2021, and potential snow melt, is likely to mean that we will see high levels again through the weekend. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 17:43
River Don
River levels on the Lower River Don and its tributaries have peaked following yesterday’s heavy rainfall and will continue to fall this evening, 24/12/2020. No further rainfall is forecast today or tomorrow, 25/12/2020. We anticipate that this alert can be removed on tomorrow morning, 25/12/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2020 10:38
River Don
River levels on the Lower River Don Catchment are rising following yesterday’s heavy rainfall. Flooding of roads and farmland is possible today, 24/12/2020. We expect river levels to remain high until early afternoon before they gradually start falling. Our teams are checking defences in the area. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near watercourses. We will update this message by 18:45 today, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 12:59
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don rose in response to this weekend’s rainfall and remain elevated following further rain last night, 29/02/20. Levels at Doncaster peaked on Saturday morning and continue to fall. Levels at Kirk Bramwith peaked in the early hours of this morning, 01/03/20, and are now also beginning to fall steadily. River levels at the lower end of the catchment are still high enough that there is a possibility of flooding to low-lying land and roads, so this Flood Alert remains in force.
Scattered wintery showers are forecast over the next few days, and we do not expect this to cause a significant river level response. We are monitoring the situation closely and will review the need for this Flood Alert throughout the afternoon as levels continue to fall.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. For a 5 day flood forecast, visit GOV.uk. This message will be updated by 21:05 on 01/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Mar 2020 05:08
River Don
River levels rose in response to rainfall on Friday (28/02/20) and overnight into Saturday (29/02/20). Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Levels at Doncaster peaked on Saturday morning with Kirk Bramwith and Fishlake peaking Saturday evening (29/02/20). River levels continue to fall and we are closely monitoring the situation from our incident room. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 13:05 on 01/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 20:25
River Don
River levels have risen in response to rainfall yesterday (28/02/20) and overnight. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Levels at Doncaster peaked this morning with Kirk Bramwith and Fishlake peaking this evening (29/02/20). Further rain is forecast this evening (29/02/20), but this won’t cause levels to rise much higher. We are closely monitoring the situation from our incident room. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 04:25 on 01/03/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 12:29
River Don
River levels have risen in response to rainfall yesterday and overnight. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Levels at Doncaster peaked this morning although Kirk Bramwith and Fishlake are still rising slowly and expected to peak around 15:00 today, Saturday 29/02/2020. Further rain is forecast from approximately 18:00 although this is forecast to clear way before midnight tonight. We are not currently anticipating any significant river response. We are closely monitoring the situation from our incident room and liaising with partners. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 20:30 on 29/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Feb 2020 12:24
River Don
River levels across the Lower Don catchment have continued to fall steadily today, 27/02/20. No significant rainfall is expected today, however more unsettled weather is forecast from Friday midday into the weekend. We expect rivers to respond from Friday evening, and will continue to monitor the situation from our incident room.
Fordstead Lane remains closed, and there is still a risk of flooding to low-lying roads and farmland, with water remaining in the washland at Thorpe Marsh. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and check routes before you travel. This message will be updated by 20:30, 27/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Feb 2020 04:35
River Don
River levels across the Lower Don catchment are continuing to fall, Thursday 27/2/20. No significant rainfall is forecast until Friday afternoon, but we will continue to monitor the situation from our incident room. Fordstead Lane remains closed, and there is still a risk of flooding to low-lying roads and farmland. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 12:30, 27/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 20:29
River Don
Although river levels across the Lower Don catchment are continuing to fall, Wednesday 26/2/20, levels at Kirk Bramwith and Fishlake still remain high. No significant rainfall is forecast until Friday afternoon, but we will continue to monitor the situation from our incident room. Fordstead Lane remains closed, and there is still a risk of flooding to low-lying roads and farmland. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 04:30, 27/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 12:00
River Don
Although river levels across Lower Don catchment are continuing to fall, Wednesday 26/2/20, although levels at Kirk Bramwith and Fishlake still remain high. No significant rainfall is forecast until Friday afternoon, but we will continue to monitor the situation from our incident room. Fordstead Lane remains closed, and there is still a risk of flooding to low-lying roads and farmland. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 20:00, 26/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 04:44
River Don
River levels across Lower Don catchment have fallen and will continue to fall throughout the night and into the morning, 26/2/20, although levels at Kirk Bramwith remain high. No significant rainfall is forecast until Friday, but we will continue to monitor the situation from our incident room. Fordstead Lane remains closed, and there is still a risk of flooding to low-lying roads and farmland. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 12:45, 26/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 20:21
River Don
River levels across Lower Don catchment continue to fall this evening, although levels at Kirk Bramwith remain high. We expect the levels to continue to drop throughout the night. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next couple of days but we will continue to monitor the situation from our incident room. Fordstead Lane remains closed, and there is still a risk of flooding to low-lying roads and farmland. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 04:30, 26/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 12:29
River Don
River levels are now falling and we expect them to continue to do so throughout today, 25/02/2020. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next couple of days but we will continue to monitor the situation from our incident room. Fordstead Lane remains closed, and there is still a risk of flooding to low-lying roads and farmland. We continue to monitor the situation closely from our incident room. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 20:30, 25/02/20 or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 03:42
River Don
River levels peaked at Doncaster at around 11pm on 24/2/20. Levels are now falling and we expect fot them to continue to do so throughout today, 25/02/2020. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next couple of days but we will continue to monitor the situation from our incident room. Fordstead Lane remains closed, and there is still a risk of flooding to low-lying roads and farmland. We continue to monitor the situation closely from our incident room. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 11:40, 25/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 22:35
River Don
River levels are expected to peak at Doncaster around 11pm, 24/2/20. Further showers are expected over the next few days, but we do not expect these will cause river levels to rise further. Fordstead Lane remains closed, and there is still a risk of flooding to low-lying roads and farmland. We continue to monitor the situation closely from our incident room. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 06:30, 25/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 14:46
River Don
This alert remains in force as although river levels are falling, they remain elevated after yesterday’s rainfall. We are expecting the river levels to respond to the rainfall experienced last night, with the peak expected tonight, 24/02/20. There is still a risk of flooding to low-lying roads and farmland, and Fordstead Lane remains closed. We continue to monitor the situation closely from our incident room. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 22:30 on 24/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 04:27
River Don
This alert remains in force as although river levels are falling, they remain elevated after yesterday’s rainfall. We are expecting the river levels to respond to the rainfall experienced last night, with the peak expected tonight, 24/02/20. There is still a risk of flooding to low-lying roads and farmland, and Fordstead Lane remains closed. We continue to monitor the situation closely from our incident room. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 12:30 on 24/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 20:32
River Don
River levels on the Lower Don remain high as a result of the heavy rainfall this morning (23/02/2020). Consequently, there is an ongoing risk of flooding to low-lying roads and farmland. Fordstead Lane remains closed. We expect river levels to remain high overnight and through to the early hours of tomorrow morning (24/02/20). Further wet weather is forecast overnight tonight and into Monday morning (24/02/2020) which may lead to increased levels on the Don. We continue to monitor the situation closely from our incident room. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. This message will be updated by 04:30 on 24/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 13:24
River Don
River levels have risen on the Lower Don as a result of the heavy rainfall this morning. Consequently, flooding of low-lying roads and farmland is possible this afternoon. Fordstead Lane remains closed.
No further rainfall is forecast for today (23/02/20). We expect river levels to remain high from this afternoon through to the early hours of tomorrow morning (24/02/20). Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation from our incident room, but do not currently expect to issue any warnings.
This message will be updated by 19:30 on 23/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 11:40
River Don
River levels have risen on the Lower Don as a result of the heavy rainfall this morning. Consequently, flooding of low-lying roads and farmland is possible this afternoon.
No further rainfall is forecast for today (23/02/20). We expect river levels to remain high from this afternoon through to the early hours of tomorrow morning (24/02/20). Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. We are closely monitoring the situation from our incident room, but do not currently expect to issue any warnings.
This message will be updated by 19:30 on 23/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2020 09:20
River Don
This Flood Alert remains in force. Levels in the River Don continue to fall, but remain high at Kirk Bramwith. Jubilee Bridge is due to be reopened today. We continue to monitor the situation from our incident room. Please do not walk or drive through floodwater and avoid low-lying land that may be flooded. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and the Met Office for weather forecasts. This message will be updated by 17:15 today (18/02/2020), or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 23:17
River Don
River levels at Doncaster and Kirk Bramwith are gradually falling, but remain high. Jubilee Bridge remains closed. We are aware that river levels at Fishlake are not updating online. We continue to monitor the situation from our incident room. Please do not walk or drive through floodwater and 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 by 0815 (19/02/2020), or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 16:54
River Don
River levels at Doncaster and Kirk Bramwith have now peaked, and are gradually falling, but remain high. Jubilee Bridge remains closed. We are aware that River levels at Fishlake are not updating online. We continue to monitor the situation and our incident room remains open. Please do not walk or drive through flood water and 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 by 00:05, 18/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 08:55
River Don
River levels at Doncaster have now peaked, and are gradually falling but remain high. Jubilee Bridge remains closed. The River Don continues to overtop into the adjacent drain at Fishlake. We are aware that river levels are not updating online. Our technicians will be out to work on the fault today. We currently have operational staff on the ground monitoring the situation closely. Please do not walk or drive through flood water and 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 by 17:00, 17/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 00:05
River Don
River levels at Doncaster have now peaked following the heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis, but remain high. Fordstead Lane is now flooding and Jubilee Bridge is closed. We expect levels at Fishlake to continue to rise slowly until midnight. Overtopping has occurred from the River Don into the adjacent drain at Fishlake. This is by design however and we do not anticipate any property flooding at this time. We are aware that river levels are not updating on line and this has been registered by our technicians who will be out to work on the fault during daylight hours. We currently have operational staff on the ground monitoring the situation closely. Please do not walk or drive through flood water and 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 by 08:00, 17/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 22:13
River Don
River levels at Doncaster have now peaked following the heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis, but remain high and are forecast to fall slowly from around 23:00 today, 16/02/20. Fordstead Lane is now flooding and Jubilee Bridge is closed. We expect levels at Fishlake to continue to rise slowly until midnight. Overtopping from the River Don is occurring into the adjacent drain at Fishlake, however this is by design and we do not anticipate any property flooding at this time.
We have staff in the field and are implementing our contingency plan for the village of Fishlake. We continue to closely monitor the situation. You can monitor the latest river levels on our flood information service.
Please do not walk or drive through flood water and 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 by 06:15, 17/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 20:45
River Don
River levels at Doncaster have now peaked following the heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis, but remain high and are forecast to fall slowly from around 23:00 today, 16/02/20. Fordstead Lane is now flooding and Jubilee Bridge is closed. We expect levels at Fishlake to continue to rise slowly until midnight. Overtopping from the River Don may occur into the adjacent drain at Fishlake, however this is by design and we do not anticipate any property flooding at this time.
We have staff in the field and are implementing our contingency plan for the village of Fishlake. We continue to closely monitor the situation. You can monitor the latest river levels on our flood information service.
Please do not walk or drive through flood water and 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 by 04:45, 17/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 13:04
River Don
As a result of the heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis, river levels on the River Don are elevated and still rising. We expect levels to continue rising throughout today (16/02/2020), forecast to peak at Doncaster between 17:00 and 20:00. Fordstead lane is now flooding and Jubliee Bridge is closed. Please do not walk or drive through flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low lying land that may be flooded. We have staff in the field and are closely monitoring the situation from our incident room. We are supporting our partners in a co-ordinated multi-agency response to ensure that we are prepared to respond. We are implementing our contingency plan for the village of Fishlake. You can monitor the latest river level forecast on our flood information service. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for weather forecasts please see the Met Office. This message will be updated by 21:05, 16/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 11:08
River Don
As a result of the heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis, river levels on the River Don are elevated and still rising. We expect levels to continue rising throughout today (16/02/20), and forecast to peak at Doncaster between 17:00-20:00. Fordstead lane is now flooding and Jubliee Bridge is closed. Please do not walk or drive through flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low lying land that may be flooded. We have staff in the field and are closely monitoring the situation from our Leeds incident room. We are supporting our partners in a co-ordinated multi-agency response to ensure that we are prepared to respond. You can monitor the latest river level forecast on our flood information service online. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for weather forecasts please see the Met Office. This message will be updated by 19:10, 16/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 07:41
River Don
As a result of the heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis, river levels on the River Don are elevated and still rising. We expect levels to continue rising throughout today (16/02/2020). Fordstead lane is now expected to flood and Jubliee Bridge will be closed. Please do not walk or drive through flood water and plan driving routes to avoid low lying land that may be flooded. We have staff in the field and are closely monitoring the situation from our Leeds incident room. You can monitor the latest river level forecast on our flood information service. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for weather forecasts please see the Met Office. This message will be updated by 15:45, 16/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 23:49
River Don
As a result of the heavy rainfall associated with Storm Dennis, River levels will remain high on the River Don catchment over the course of tonight and into Sunday morning (16th February). The current forecast indicates that the river response will continue to rise into tomorrow is likely to peak Sunday afternoon, 16 February.
At present, we are not expecting to issue any flood warnings. 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 07:00 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 15:08
River Don
Rainfall associated with Storm Dennis is forecast to intensify from this afternoon, 15 February 2020 across the River Don catchment. The current forecast indicates that the river response will continue to rise throughout this afternoon and evening and is likely to peak in the early hours of Sunday morning, 16 February.
At present, we are not expecting to issue any flood warnings. 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 23:00 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 00:08
River Don
The River Don has continued to fall overnight into Wednesday (12/02/20), as the river level peak from Storm Ciara travels through. This alert remains in force as high spring tides are slowing the falling levels so levels on the lower Don do remain elevated however, our current forecasts do not suggest a risk of property flooding. Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days, but we do not anticipate a significant river level response. Please take care near rivers in the area and stay away from riverbanks as levels remain high. Low-lying land around the river will continue to be affected by standing water. Our incident room remains open and we continue to monitor the situation. This message will be updated by 08:15 on 12/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 16:02
River Don
The River Don has continued to fall today, Tuesday (11/02/20), as the river level peak from Storm Ciara travels through. This alert remains in force as high spring tides are slowing the falling levels so levels on the lower Don do remain elevated however, our current forecasts do not suggest a risk of property flooding. Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days, but we do not anticipate a significant river level response. Please take care near rivers in the area and stay away from riverbanks as levels remain high. Low-lying land around the river will continue to be affected by standing water. Our incident room remains open and we continue to monitor the situation. This message will be updated by 00:15 on 12/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 13:30
River Don
The River Don continues to fall as the as the river level peak from Storm Ciara travels through. This alert remains in force as high spring tides are slowing the falling levels so levels on the lower Don do remain elevated however, our current forecasts do not suggest a risk of property flooding. Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days, but we do not anticipate a significant river level response. Please take care near rivers in the area and stay away from riverbanks as levels remain high. Low-lying land around the river will continue to be affected by standing water. Our incident room remains open and we continue to monitor the situation. This message will be updated by 21.30 on 11/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 08:17
River Don
The River Don continues to fall as the as the river level peak from Storm Ciara travels through. This alert remains in force as high spring tides are slowing the falling levels so levels on the lower Don do remain elevated however, our current forecasts do not suggest a risk of property flooding. Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days, but we do not anticipate a significant river level response. Please take care near rivers in the area and stay away from riverbanks as levels remain high. Low-lying land around the river will continue to be affected by standing water. Our incident room remains open and we continue to monitor the situation. This message will be updated by 16:15 on 11/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 03:33
River Don
River levels are now falling however this flood alert remains in force as high tides this morning at approximately 8:50am (11/02/20) will slow the drainage of storm water from upstream areas of the River Don. Our current forecasts do not suggest a risk of property flooding. Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days, but we do not anticipate a significant river level response.
Please take care near rivers in the area and stay away from riverbanks as levels remain high. Low-lying land around the river will continue to be affected by standing water. Our Leeds incident room remains open and we continue to monitor the situation. This message will be updated by 11:45 on 11/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 19:52
River Don
This flood alert remains in force as high spring tides this evening (between 20:00-21:00) and on Tuesday (11/02/2020) will slow the drainage of storm water from upstream areas of the River Don. Our current forecasts do not suggest a risk of property flooding. Further scattered showers are forecast over the next few days, but we do not anticipate a significant river level response.
Please take care near rivers in the area and stay away from riverbanks as levels remain high. Low-lying land around the river will continue to be affected by standing water. Our Leeds incident room remains open and we continue to monitor the situation.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 12:13
River Don
This flood alert remains in force as high spring tides this morning, coinciding with the peak from Storm Ciara, saw levels rise. Levels are currently peaking at Kirk Bramwith and will continue to slowly fall throughout the day. Because levels are now falling, the risk of property flooding has reduced. Later tides should come in much lower and the elevated levels in the Don from Storm Ciara have also reduced.
Whilst further scattered showers are forecast throughout the rest of today, 10/02/20, we do not anticipate a significant river level response from this.
Please take care near rivers in the area and stay away from riverbanks as levels remain high. Low-lying land could still experience some flooding.
We are monitoring this situation closely from our incident room. This message will be updated by 20:00 10/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 10:00
River Don
This flood alert has been updated for the high spring tides this morning, 10/02/20, which may see levels rise to the height of the barrier banks in this area.
There is some uncertainty around the impact of this tidal surge on river levels, and as a precaution while we mobilise field teams to inspect the site, we are reissuing this alert. Later tides should come in much lower.
If inspections show rivers are expected to overtop, we will issue any necessary Flood Warnings. We would anticipate this to affect communities at the lower reach of the catchment including Trumfleet and Fishlake and have issued the Thorpe-in-Balne Flood Warning as a precaution as this would be the first area impacted.
For now, please prepare to act on your flood plan: we believe the likelihood is low.
This message will be updated by 18:00 10/02/20, or as the situation changes. We are monitoring this situation closely from our incident room.
To report impacts or overtopping, call 0800 80 70 60.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 18:18
River Don
We are issuing the flood alert for the River Don at Doncaster, as the rivers respond to the heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara. Although the heavy rainfall has eased, high winds and further showers are forecast this evening and into Monday, 10/02/2020.
River levels at Doncaster have started to rise in response and is currently expected to peak overnight. We are forecasting levels at Doncaster to be 1.5m lower than the level recorded at Doncaster in November 2019.
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 02:20 on 10/02/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2019 06:11
River Don
This alert remains in force as flood water continues to affect roads and large areas of low-lying land. Rain is forecast through today, 23rd November, which will cause rivers to slowly rise. As less rain is now expected than forecast yesterday, we do not expect to see any significant flooding impacts from this rain. With further unsettled weather early next week, and a period of high tides, river levels will remain elevated going into next week. We continue our pumping operations to increase capacity in washland areas. A number of roads remain flooded, please see Doncaster Council website for details. Visit https://www.doncaster.gov.uk/news/flooding-faqs-and-advice-for-residents for information on Doncaster Council Community Recovery Hubs. Please avoid contact with floodwater, stay away from embankments holding back floodwater and plan journeys to avoid low-lying roads. To report flood impacts call 0800 80 70 60. This message will be updated by 14:00, Saturday 23/11/2019.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2019 17:59
River Don
This flood alert remains in force as significant areas of land next to the river remain underwater. Pumping activities will continue in and around Fishlake, whilst Trundle Lane, Far Bank Lane, Plumtree Hill Road, Fishlake Nab and Westfield Road remain closed. No significant rainfall is forecast today, Friday 22nd November, however, rainfall is forecast for Saturday which will cause the River Don and other watercourses to start to rise again later in the day and overnight into Sunday. We do not currently expect these to reach the levels seen two weeks ago. With further unsettled weather early next week, and a period of high tides, river levels are likely to remain elevated going into next week. Visit https://www.doncaster.gov.uk/news/flooding-faqs-and-advice-for-residents for information on Doncaster Council Community Recovery Hubs. To report any flood impacts call 0 800 80 70 60. This message will be updated by 02:00, Saturday 23/11/2019 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2019 10:04
River Don
This flood alert remains in force as significant areas of land next to the river remain underwater. Pumping activities will continue in and around Fishlake, whilst Trundle Lane, Far Bank Lane, Plumtree Hill Road, Fishlake Nab and Westfield Road remain closed. No significant rainfall is forecast today, Friday 22nd November, however, rainfall is forecast for Saturday which will cause the River Don and other watercourses to start to rise again later in the day and overnight into Sunday. We do not currently expect these to reach the levels seen two weeks ago. With further unsettled weather early next week, and a period of high tides, river levels are likely to remain elevated going into next week. Visit https://www.doncaster.gov.uk/news/flooding-faqs-and-advice-for-residents for information on Doncaster Council Community Recovery Hubs. To report any flood impacts call 0 800 80 70 60. This message will be updated by 18:00 Friday 22/11/2019, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2019 18:46
River Don
This flood alert remains in force as significant areas of land next to the river remain underwater. Pumping activities will continue in and around Fishlake, whilst Trundle Lane, Far Bank Lane, Plumtree Hill Road, Fishlake Nab and Westfield Road remain closed. No significant rainfall is forecast tonight or tomorrow, Friday 22nd November. However rainfall on Saturday is likely to cause the River Don and other watercourses to start to rise again later in the day and overnight Saturday night. With potential for further rainfall arriving late on Sunday, river levels are likely to remain elevated going into next week. Visit https://www.doncaster.gov.uk/news/flooding-faqs-and-advice-for-residents for information on Doncaster Council Community Recovery Hubs. To report any flood impacts call 0800 80 70 60. This message will be updated by 8.30 a.m, Friday 22/11/2019 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Nov 2019 09:57
River Don
Levels on the Lower River Don are continuing to fall, however significant areas of land next to the river remain underwater. Pumping activities will continue in and around Fishlake this week, whilst Trundle Lane, Far Bank Lane, Plumtree Hill Road, Fishlake Nab and Westfield Road remain closed. No significant rainfall is forecast over Thursday and Friday, however further bands of rain are expected over the weekend. Bridge Hill (Water Lane) River Bridge in Stainforth remains closed. Visit https://www.doncaster.gov.uk/news/flooding-faqs-and-advice-for-residents for information on Doncaster Council Community Recovery Hubs. Today (Thursday) we will again have Community Information Officers visiting areas affected by the recent flooding. This message will be updated by 18:00 , Thursday 21/11/2019 or as the situation changes.