Flood Alert Info - Lower River Calder catchment
Area Description
River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Flood Alert Currently in Force
Flood Alert issued on 23 Nov 2024 07:56
River Calder
Widespread heavy rain associated with Storm Bert, possibly falling as snow at first, is expected across the Lower Calder catchment, with the rain persisting for much of today (Saturday 23 November 2024). River levels are expected to rise through the afternoon and evening, potentially peaking on the Calder at Mirfield late Saturday evening.
Impacts are possible from river and surface water flooding in the Mirfield, Horbury and Wakefield areas, including Calder View Road from around mid afternoon onwards. Further rainfall is expected at times on Sunday 24 November 2024 with additional impacts possible.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room will be open through the weekend.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water or walking near swollen rivers, particularly on Saturday 23 November 2024 when gale force winds are forecast. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near rivers.
This message will be updated by 19:30 on Saturday 23 November 2024, or as the situation changes.
Area Covered by this Flood Alert
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Flood Alert History
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2024 15:25
River Calder
Widespread heavy rain associated with Storm Bert, possibly falling as snow at first, is expected across the Lower Calder catchment from around 5 a.m Saturday 23 November, with the rain persisting for much of the day. River levels are expected to rise through the afternoon and evening, potentially peaking on the Calder at Mirfield late Saturday evening.
Impacts are possible from river and surface water flooding in the Mirfield, Horbury and Wakefield Area, including Calder View Road from around mid afternoon onwards. Further rainfall is expected at times on Sunday 24 November with additional impacts possible.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room will be open through the weekend.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water or walking near swollen rivers, particularly on Saturday when gale force winds are forecast.
Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near rivers.
This message will be updated by 7:30 am on 23/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 20:33
River Calder
This Flood Alert remains in force due to the potential for heavy rain this evening, Wednesday 16th October 2024, and into the early hours of Thursday. We do not currently expect to issue flood warnings as a result of this rainfall, however there may be surface water flooding issues in areas affected by the heavier bursts of rainfall.
Levels on the Calder are due to peak in Mirfield at around 3:30 am and at Dewsbury at around 4:30 am on Thursday 17th October 2024. Levels are then expected to fall going into daylight hours on Thursday, with the heaviest rain having moved away.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. 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.
This message will be updated by 8:30 am on 17th October 2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Oct 2024 10:04
River Calder
Less rain than forecast affected the area overnight with minimal river response. However, this Flood Alert remains in force due to the potential for heavy rain today Wednesday 16th October. If the heaviest areas of rain affect the Lower Calder catchment there may be a significant river response as well as surface water flooding issues. Currently the main period of concern is this evening from approximately 10pm into the early hours of Thursday morning.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible. 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 08:30pm on 16/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Oct 2024 20:35
River Calder
Heavy rain is expected in parts of the Calder catchment throughout tonight, Tuesday 15th October, and into early tomorrow morning. River levels are expected to rise as a result and flooding is possible.
Impacts are expected in the Mirfield Area, including Calder View Road, between 5am and 10am tomorrow, Wednesday 16th October. Levels are then anticipated to fall throughout the day. Further rainfall is expected tomorrow evening but further impacts are not currently anticipated.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible.
Surface Water flooding may be possible.
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 08:30am on 16/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Oct 2024 08:28
River Calder
River levels have fallen 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.
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 16:30 on 01/10/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Sep 2024 19:21
River Calder
Rising river levels throughout the evening, as a result of persistent rainfall, may lead to flooding.
Levels are expected to peak between 7pm and midnight.
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible.
Surface Water flooding may be possible.
Weather conditions are expected to improve overnight and into tomorrow morning 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. Impacts are expected around Newgate Road.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 09:00 on 01/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 20:32
River Calder
River Levels have risen on the River Calder due to today's persistent heavy rainfall, 22/05/2024. The rain is forecast to continue into the night and the early morning of the 23/05/2024. We expect to see a response in the River Calder throughout the day with levels currently forecast to peak at around midnight at Mirfield and 02:00am at Wakefield.
Flooding is possible from the River Calder and its tributaries, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly from Brighouse to Castleford, including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike. We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 09:00am, on 23/05/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 15:18
River Calder
River Levels are rising on the River Calder due to today's persistent heavy rainfall, 22/05/2024. The rain is forecast to continue to move up from the southeast and continue into Thursday morning, 23/05/2024. We expect to see a response in the River Calder throughout the day with levels currently forecast to peak at 10pm at Mirfield and 11.30pm at Wakefield.
Flooding is possible from the River Calder and its tributaries, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly from Brighouse to Castleford, including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike. We are closely monitoring the situation. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 21:00, on 22/05/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Apr 2024 20:20
River Calder
This alert has been issued on the forecast of tonight’s rain. This rain will move across our catchments from the southwest starting Thursday evening, 04/04/24, and continuing into Friday morning, 05/04/24. With catchments still wet, we expect to see a response in the river overnight with levels rising through the night before beginning to peak during the morning. Areas most at risk include the River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike.
Further rain is forecast over the next 24 hours and river levels could rise again as a result. We 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 by 08:20AM, on 05/04/24 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 09:37
River Calder
River levels are rising on the River Calder at Mirfield Ledgard Bridge and Horbury this morning, 22/02/2024, due to overnight rainfall. Areas most at risk include the River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford, including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike. Flooding is possible at River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike from approximately 9:30 AM on 22/02/2024. River levels are expected to peak around 11:00 this morning at Mirfield and around 12:15 this afternoon in Horbury. We will continue to monitor levels and forecast 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 21:00 on 22/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2024 21:42
River Calder
River levels are rising on the River Calder due to heavy rainfall today, 21/01/2024. Areas most at risk include the River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight and river levels are expected to remain high. 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 09:40 AM on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2024 18:57
River Calder
River levels are rising on the River Calder due to heavy rainfall today, 21/01/2024. Areas most at risk include the River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight and river levels are expected to remain high. 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 07:00 AM on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 18:01
River Calder
River levels are rising again on the River Calder as a result of widespread rainfall today and yesterday. Areas most at risk include River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike. Further unsettled weather is expected over the coming days and we will be closely monitoring the forecasts 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. This message will be updated by 6:00 am 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 09:21
River Calder
Water levels in the Lower River Calder between Brighouse and Castleford are falling after rainfall yesterday. Further rainfall is forecast today (02/01/2024), but this is not expected to require further issue of this alert or any associated warnings. This alert remains in force as the river will remain at a level where low-lying farm and park land next to the river may still be affected for another couple of hours.
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 pm 02/01/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 19:28
River Calder
River levels in the Lower River Calder between Brighouse and Castleford are expected to rise this evening in response to the rainfall which is now falling and will continue into the early hours of 2nd January. Further rainfall is forecast tomorrow (02/01/2024), which will increase 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 Calder 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 07:30 am 02/01/2024 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 19:33
River Calder
River levels on the lower Calder between Mirfield and Methley are still high. Further showers are expected over night. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Do not attempt to walk or drive through floodwater. We are closely monitoring the situation. We do not currently expect to issue any flood warnings but will do so if required. This message will be updated 09:00am on 28.12.2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 08:06
River Calder
River levels on the lower Calder between Mirfield and Methley are rising in response to this morning's heavy rainfall. This rainfall is forecast to continue throughout the morning with further showers forecast over the coming days. Areas most at risk include the River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford, including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike.
River levels are expected to peak around 13:30 PM at Mirfield Ledgard Bridge. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses. Do not attempt to walk or drive through floodwater.
We are monitoring the situation from our incident room. We do not currently expect to issue any flood warnings but will do so if required.
This message will be updated by 8:00 PM on 27 December 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2023 21:01
River Calder
River levels remain elevated on the Lower River Calder following further rainfall today. No significant rainfall is forecast overnight, 24/12/23, so river levels are expected to gradually fall through the night and into tomorrow morning.
Areas most at risk include the River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford. Calder View in Mirfield is likely to be flooded this evening but should drain away overnight and into tomorrow morning as the river level falls. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 25/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Dec 2023 09:14
River Calder
River levels remain high on the River Calder due to persistent rainfall yesterday and overnight higher up in the River Calder, Colne and Holme catchments. The river peaked at Mirfield at around 05:00 this morning and is currently peaking at Horbury as the water moves down the catchment. No significant further rainfall is forecast today, 24/12/23, so levels are expected to gradually fall through the day.
Areas most at risk include the River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford. Calder View in Mirfield is likely to be flooded until the early afternoon today. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
This message will be updated by 21:00 on 24/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Dec 2023 20:38
River Calder
River levels are rising on the River Calder due to persistent rainfall higher up the River Calder, Colne and Holme. Areas most at risk include the River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike. It is possible that Calder View in Mirfield will be flooded overnight. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
Some further rain is forecast this evening and overnight. We expect river levels to peak between around 2am before gradually falling through the day tomorrow.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 24/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 09:42
River Calder
River levels on the Lower River Calder 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 through the morning tomorrow 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. Areas most at risk include the River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford, including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely.
We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 20:40
River Calder
River levels on the Lower River Calder have been falling through today, 10/12/2023, after yesterday's persistent rainfall. Levels are however expected to increase once again following another band of rain forecast for this evening. We expect to see similar or slightly lower levels to those reached last night, 9/12/2023. This Flood Alert remains in force. Areas most at risk include the River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford, including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely.
Levels are expected to rise again from around 09:30 PM tonight, 10/12/2023, with a peak in Mirfield expected around 02:00 to 04:00 AM on Monday morning. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 08:40 AM on 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 17:40
River Calder
River levels on the Lower River Calder have fallen after last nights rain, but are expected to increase once again following another band of rain forecast for tonight, 10/12/2023. We expect to see similar or slightly higher levels to those reached last night, 9/12/2023. Therefore, this Flood Alert remains in force. Areas most at risk include the River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford, including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely.
Levels are expected to rise again at around 08:00 PM tonight, 10/12/2023, with a peak in Darton around 02:00 to 03:00 AM on Monday morning. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 06:00 AM on 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 08:20
River Calder
Last night’s rain has cleared the catchment and levels are now dropping across the Lower Calder. There are further bands of rain forecast mid-morning and later this evening today/overnight , which will see levels increase again, reaching similar levels to yesterday and therefore this Flood Alert remains in force.
Areas most at risk include the River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford, including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike.
We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 15:00 on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 16:46
River Calder
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Calder between Mirfield and Methley due to further rainfall today, Saturday 09/12/2023.
Areas most at risk include the River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford, including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike.
Flooding is possible from around 8pm this evening overnight into tomorrow Sunday 10th December. Currently we expect the River Calder to peak through Mirfield around 11-2 am Sunday morning . Further unsettled weather is expected throughout the rest of the weekend.
We will continue to closely monitor rainfall and river levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 12:40 am on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Dec 2023 04:05
River Calder
River levels are receding following yesterday’s widespread rainfall. 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 12:55
River Calder
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Calder between Mirfield and Methley due to widespread rainfall today, Thursday 07/12/2023. Areas most at risk include the River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford, including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike. Flooding is possible from 04:00 PM on 07/12/2023 with levels peaking this evening, however rainfall is forecast to continue overnight, and weather will remain unsettled into the weekend.
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 flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on 07/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 11:08
River Calder
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Calder due to Storm Babet. Areas most at risk include the River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike.
Flooding of low-lying land near watercourses is possible from the early hours of Friday 20th of October 2023.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the weekend and river levels are expected to continue to rise. Our incident rooms will be open and we are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Please 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 19:10, 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Oct 2023 20:59
River Calder
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Calder overnight and into tomorrow (20/10/2023) due to Storm Babet. Areas most at risk include the River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike.
Flooding of low lying land near watercourses is possible from the early hours of Friday the 20th of October.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the weekend and river levels are expected to continue to rise. Our incident rooms will be open and we are closely monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jul 2023 08:03
River Calder
River levels remain high in the Lower Calder catchment following the persistent rainfall over the weekend. This rain has now cleared the catchment, the risk of some isolated showers remains.
The river levels have slowly started to drop.
Please stay aware of your surroundings and do not put yourself at risk. Avoid using low lying footpaths and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
For a more detailed weather forecast for your area please see the Met Office website at www.metoffice.gov.uk
This message will be updated by 16:00 hours on 24/07/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jul 2023 01:08
River Calder
This flood alert remains in force due to elevated river levels in the Lower River Calder Catchment between Mirfield and Methley. Further persistent rain, which will be heavy at times, is expected through into the early hours of Monday 24th July, before clearing away overnight. River levels are expected to continue to steadily rise through Dewsbury and Wakefield but should start to drop off later this evening and overnight. This persistent rain could lead to some localised surface water flooding. We are not currently expecting to issue any flood warnings but will be closely monitoring the situation.
Please stay aware of your surroundings and do not put yourself at risk. Avoid using low lying footpaths and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
For a more detailed weather forecast for your area please see the Met Office website at www.metoffice.gov.uk.
This message will be updated by 09:00 hours, 24/07/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jul 2023 16:29
River Calder
This flood alert remains in force due to elevated river levels in the Lower River Calder Catchment between Mirfield and Methley. Further persistent rain, which will be heavy at times, is expected through today, Sunday 23rd July 2023, before clearing away overnight. River levels are expected to continue to steadily rise through Dewsbury and Wakefield but should start to drop off later this evening and overnight. This persistent rain could lead to some localised surface water flooding. We are not currently expecting to issue any flood warnings but will be closely monitoring the situation.
Please stay aware of your surroundings and do not put yourself at risk. Avoid using low lying footpaths and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
For a more detailed weather forecast for your area please see the Met Office website at www.metoffice.gov.uk.
This message will be updated by 00:30 hours, 24/07/23, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jul 2023 09:10
River Calder
This flood alert remains in force due to elevated river levels in the Lower River Calder Catchment between Mirfield and Methley. Further persistent rain, heavy at times, is expected through today, Sunday 23rd July 2023. Currently, river levels are forecast to peak in Mirfield around 13:00 hours today, and through Wakefield from 15:00 hours onwards. This persistent rain could lead to some localised surface water flooding. We are not currently expecting to issue any flood warnings but will be closely monitoring the situation.
Please stay aware of your surroundings and do not put yourself at risk. Avoid using low lying footpaths and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
For a more detailed weather forecast for your area please see the Met Office website at www.metoffice.gov.uk.
This message will be updated by 17:10 on 23rd July 2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jul 2023 18:14
River Calder
This flood alert has been issued in response to rising river levels on the River Calder between Mirfield and Methley. Today and throughout tomorrow, Sunday 23rd July 2023, persistent rainfall is forecast, with a spell of heavier rain expected tonight. River levels are currently forecast to peak tomorrow, in Mirfield around 15:00 and then downstream through Wakefield around 17:30. This persistent rain could lead to flooding of low-lying land and localised surface water flooding. We are not currently expecting to issue flood warnings but will be closely monitoring the situation.
Please stay aware of your surroundings and do not put yourself at risk. Avoid using low lying footpaths and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
For a more detailed weather forecast for your area please see the Met Office www.metoffice.gov.uk.
This message will be updated after 06:00 on 23rd July 2023 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2023 21:38
River Calder
River levels are forecast to rise on the Lower River Calder this this evening, Monday 13/03/2023. River levels will be at their highest at around 23:00 on Monday 13/03/2023. Overtopping of the river bank could affect locations around Calder View Road in Mirfield, with low lying land expected to be most affected. We do not currently expect flooding to properties.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
This message will be updated by 09:00 am on 14/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 13 Mar 2023 19:25
River Calder
River levels are forecast to rise on the Lower River Calder this this evening, Monday 13/03/2023. River levels will be at their highest at around 23:00 on Monday 13/03/2023. Overtopping of the river bank could affect locations around Calder View Road in Mirfield, with low lying land expected to be most affected. We do not currently expect flooding to properties.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area.
This message will be updated by 21:00 on 13/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2023 21:15
River Calder
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Calder due to rainfall this evening, Sunday 12/03/2023, and overnight. River levels will be highest between 00:00 and 10:00 on Monday 13/03/2023. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Calder, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Wain Dike. No property flooding is currently expected. Further rainfall tomorrow is expected to increase river levels again tomorrow afternoon, peaking at approximately 22:00 on 13/03/2023.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. This message will be updated by 09:00 on 13/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Mar 2023 16:36
River Calder
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Calder due to rainfall this evening, Sunday 12/03/2023, and overnight. River levels will be highest between 00:00 and 10:00 on Monday 13/03/2023. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the River Calder, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Wain Dike. No property flooding is currently expected. Further rainfall tomorrow is expected to increase river levels again tomorrow afternoon, peaking at approximately 22:00 on 13/03/2023.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. This message will be updated by 21:00 on 12/03/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Jan 2023 16:19
River Calder
Flooding is possible in this area.
Monitor local water levels and weather conditions. Avoid using low lying footpaths or entering areas prone to flooding. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
The Environment Agency Flood Warning System has issued this message based on rising river or tidal levels.
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Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 23:52
River Calder
River levels are now falling and will continue to fall through the night and into tomorrow, 18/11/22. We are closely monitoring the situation. No further significant rainfall is currently forecast overnight or tomorrow. We therefore plan to remove this flood alert in the morning.
No further flooding to fields and roads is expected, however there may still be standing water so please continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 08:00 on 18/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 17:50
River Calder
River levels have risen on the River Calder due to heavy rainfall through today, 17/11/22. Areas most at risk include the River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford, including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike. No property flooding is expected, but there may be surface water issues locally. River levels should peak through Mirfield around 6pm this evening, and around 7pm through Wakefield.
We are monitoring rainfall and river levels and are checking rivers for blockages in the area. We also continue to monitor the forecast closely. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Please 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 31 Oct 2022 17:10
River Calder
River levels are rising on the River Calder due to heavy persistent showers, which are expected through the night.
Areas most at risk include River Calder from Brighouse to Castleford including Chickenley Beck, Spring Mill Beck and Waindike. We currently expect rivers to peak in the early hours of Tuesday morning (1/11/2022).
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Please be aware that localised surface water flooding is possible.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 01/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 02:57
River Calder
River levels have now fallen below the flood risk threshold, and we expect to remove this Alert in the morning (22/2/2022).
Although further unsettled weather and showers are forecast, we are not expecting any further significant rainfall. Given the stormy conditions, stay well away from swollen watercourses and flood water and be aware of debris and surface water affecting roads. We are closely monitoring the forecast and will issue further flood alerts and warnings if required over the next few days.
This message will be updated by 14:55, 22/02/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 21:30
River Calder
River levels have risen as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall overnight and this morning, Sunday 20th February 2022. Due to the saturated conditions and thawing of any lying snow, river levels are likely to be particularly high throughout today, remaining high overnight and into Monday. We are monitoring the situation closely on a 24 hour basis and will issue flood warnings if properties and parts of communities are expected to flood. Areas most at risk initially are low lying land and roads.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Consider taking appropriate steps to prepare for possible flooding, such as moving things upstairs and getting flood protection equipment ready to put in place.
This message will be updated by 05:25, 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 08:50
River Calder
River levels have risen as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall overnight and this morning, Sunday 20th February. Due to the saturated conditions and thawing of any lying snow, river levels are likely to be particularly high throughout today. We are monitoring the situation closely on a 24 hour basis and will issue flood warnings if properties and parts of communities are expected to flood. Further rain is forecast and we currently expect river levels to peak again around 4– 5pm today, 20/02/2022, and remain high overnight into Monday. Areas most at risk initially are low lying land and roads.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Consider taking appropriate steps to prepare for possible flooding, such as moving things upstairs and getting flood protection equipment ready to put in place.
This message will be updated by 17:40, 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 20:26
River Calder
River levels are expected to rise as a result of persistent rainfall which is forecast to start around midnight and continue through much of tomorrow, Sunday 20th February.
Due to the saturated conditions and thawing of any lying snow, rivers will respond readily to this rainfall and are likely to be particularly high through the afternoon, evening and overnight into Monday.
We are monitoring the situation closely and will issue flood warnings if properties and parts of communities are expected to flood. We currently expect to see river levels peak mid-afternoon to early evening. Areas most at risk initially are low lying land and roads.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Consider taking appropriate steps to prepare for possible flooding, such as moving things upstairs and getting flood protection equipment ready to put in place.
This message will be updated at 08:25, 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 20:27
River Calder
River levels have risen as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall. Although river levels have peaked this evening, 18/02/2022 they will continue to remain high due to continuous rainfall. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads.
River levels are now beginning to fall throughout the remainder of the evening and overnight.
We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 by 8am Saturday 19/02/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Feb 2022 13:23
River Calder
River levels have risen as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall. We expect river levels to peak at around 7pm this evening, 18/02/2022. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads.
We expect river levels to rise until 7pm this evening, 18/02/2022 before beginning to fall throughout the remainder of the evening and overnight.
We are closely monitoring the situation. 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 by 9pm , or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2022 19:09
River Calder
As a result of persistent heavy rainfall, river levels remain high but are beginning to fall. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads.
Rain showers are expected to continue through the night, but river levels will fall slowly through to tomorrow morning (Monday 07/02/2022).
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded and see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 07/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2022 06:59
River Calder
River levels have risen in response to the overnight rain and will continue to rise during the morning (Sunday 06/02/2022), peaking around lunchtime today before falling away. The rain is clearing away but will be replaced by some showers.
Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads.
Our incident response staff are checking defences and closely monitoring the forecast.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. Please stay aware of your surroundings and do not put yourself at risk.
Be prepared to act on your flood plan. This message will be updated in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2021 08:54
River Calder
River Levels in the lower Calder are rising in response to last nights rain. Rain is forecast to continue to around lunchtime. Levels are expected to continue rising through the morning, peaking this evening before starting to drop away over night
Consequently, flooding to roads and farmland is possible
Areas at risk include Calder View Road at Mirfield
We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident response staff are checking defences.
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 at 4pm, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 04:34
River Calder
River levels have now started to fall following yesterday's heavy and persistent rainfall. Although wintery showers associated with Storm Darcy are expected throughout today, 07/02/2021, until midnight tonight, river levels are not expected to rise significantly. We are closely monitoring the situation. Please remain vigilant as catchments remain very wet. 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 6 Feb 2021 20:35
River Calder
River levels are high but steady as a result of persistent and heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible between tonight and tomorrow, 07/02/2021. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Further rainfall is forecast over the evening, but should peter out overnight. We expect river levels to remain high until tomorrow. 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 6 Feb 2021 11:58
River Calder
River levels have risen as a result of persistent and heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible to begin this afternoon (06/02/2021)and continue into tomorrow morning (07/02/2021). Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 12 hours. We 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. We are closely monitoring the situation and our operational staff have been out checking flood defenses and clearing screens of debris. This message will be updated by 20:00 on 06/02/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 01:29
River Calder
The rain has now passed through the Calder catchment with little impact on rivers. Although there may be scattered showers, no further significant rain is forecast today (29/01/2021) and so river levels will continue to fall this morning (29/01/2021). We will review the ongoing need for this Flood Alert in daylight hours.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our operational staff have been out checking flood defences and clearing screens of debris. 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 09:25, 29/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 17:45
River Calder
River levels have begun to fall but remain elevated as a result of the recent rainfall. Another band of rain is forecast to pass over the area later this evening (28/01/2021) and there may be some additional river response, but lower than this morning. As a result this flood alert remains in place. There is a risk of flooding to low lying land, roads and farmland. We are closely monitoring the situation and our operational staff have been out checking flood defences and clearing screens of debris. 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 01:45, 29/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 10:16
River Calder
Rivers are reacting to the overnight rainfall. The rainfall was not as intense as forecast, however levels have risen and will remain elevated. Rain will become more patchy this afternoon. River levels are expected to peak around 12:00, today (28/01/21). A further band of rain will pass through the Calder catchment this evening, seeing another rise in levels, but lower than this morning. There is a risk of flooding to low lying land, roads and farmland areas. We are closely monitoring the situation and our operational staff have been out checking flood defences and clearing screens of debris. 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 18:15, 28/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 04:41
River Calder
River levels across the lower River Calder catchment are falling, but will remain elevated overnight and into this morning (22.01.2021). The main band of rain associated with Storm Christoph has now passed and we do not expect any further significant rainfall over the next few days. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is still possible. Areas most at risk are low-lying land, roads and farmland. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 12:45, 22/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 21:00
River Calder
River levels across the lower River Calder catchment are falling, but remain elevated this evening. The main band of rain associated with Storm Christoph has now passed and we do not expect any further significant rainfall over the next few days. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is still possible. Areas most at risk are low-lying land, roads and farmland. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 05:00, 22/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 12:58
River Calder
River levels across the lower River Calder catchment are falling, but remain elevated. The main band of rain associated with Storm Christoph has now passed and we do not expect any further significant rainfall over the next few days. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is still possible. Areas most at risk are low-lying land, roads and farmland. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 21:00, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 05:11
River Calder
River levels are forecast to continue to remain elevated across the Lower River Calder Catchment as a result of recent persistent rainfall. The main band of rain associated with Storm Christoph has now passed. Flooding of property, roads and farmland is still 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 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 13:10, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 20:19
River Calder
River levels are forecast to continue to remain elevated across the Lower River Calder Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall. Further rainfall is expected overnight and into tomorrow (Thursday 21/01/2021) and will keep levels high. 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 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 04:20 tomorrow, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 12:20
River Calder
River levels are forecast to continue to remain elevated across the Lower River Calder Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall. Further rainfall is expected throughout today (20/01/2021) which will elevate river levels further. 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 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 20:30 today, 20/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 04:33
River Calder
River levels are forecast to continue to remain elevated across the Lower River Calder Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall. Further rainfall is expected throughout today (20/01/2021) which will elevate river levels further. 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 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 12:30pm, 20/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 21:47
River Calder
River levels have risen across the Lower River Calder Catchments as a result of persistent rainfall today. This rainfall will continue through tomorrow, 20/01/21. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. We will be monitoring the situation closely to decide whether we 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 property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 12:47
River Calder
River levels are forecast to rise across the Lower Calder Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall. This rainfall is likely to persist until Thursday morning, 21/01/21. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. As a result we expect to see high river levels from this afternoon, 19/01/2021. We will be monitoring closely to assess locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 04:50
River Calder
River levels are forecast to rise across the Lower Calder Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall, from Tuesday morning, 19/01/21, until Thursday morning, 21/01/21. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible from Tuesday morning onwards. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. As a result we expect to see high river levels from Tuesday afternoon. We will be monitoring closely to assess locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams are checking defences and clearing screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 17:56
River Calder
River levels are forecast to rise across the Lower Calder Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall, from late Monday evening until Thursday morning. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible from Tuesday morning onwards. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. As a result we expect to see high river levels from Tuesday morning around 6am. We will be monitoring closely to assess locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams are out today, checking defences and clearing screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond.
Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2020 01:41
River Calder
River levels throughout the lower Calder catchment are high but are falling. Further rainfall yesterday evening (Monday 02/11/2020) resulted in a minor river response, much lower than the peak levels experienced on Monday morning. No further significant rainfall is forecast and we expect to see river levels fall throughout the day today (03/11/2020). Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not drive through flood water. If you are aware of any local issues please call our Incident Hotline on 0800 80 70 60. This message will be updated by 09:40 on 03/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 17:37
River Calder
River levels throughout the lower Calder catchment are continuing to fall.
Further rainfall showers are forecast for later this evening and into tomorrow (Tuesday 03/11/2020) but we are not expecting a significant river response. We may see river levels start to rise again overnight but they shouldn’t reach the peak levels experienced on Monday morning.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not drive through flood water. If you are aware of any local issues please call our Incident Hotline on 0800 80 70 60. This message will be updated by 01:40 on 03/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 09:14
River Calder
River levels have risen as a result of the heavy rainfall on Sunday evening (01/11/20). The Calder is currently peaking around Mirfield, with areas downstream around Dewsbury and Wakefield peaking later this morning (02/11/20). Levels around Methley will peak in the early afternoon. Flooding of low lying land and minor roads is still possible. River levels will begin to fall this afternoon into this evening. Further rainfall showers are forecast for later this afternoon and into the evening but we are not expecting any further significant river response. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not drive through flood water. If you are aware of any local issues please call our Incident Hotline on 0800 80 70 60. This message will be updated by 17:10 on 02/11/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 03:57
River Calder
River levels have risen as a result of heavy rainfall on Sunday (01/11/20). Flooding of low lying land and minor roads is possible into tomorrow. Intense areas of rain may develop within the wider band of rainfall which may result in surface water issues and a sharp response from any smaller watercourses. Where this more intense rain falls, it is likely to result in surface water issues and a sharp response from any smaller watercourses. We currently expect the River Calder at Mirfield Ledgard Bridge to peak around 04:00 today (02/11/20). Further showers through today are likely to keep rivers at high levels through the day. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast and we have field teams ready to inspect flood defences and key locations. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not put yourself at danger by driving through flood water. This message will be updated by 12:00 on 02/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2020 20:04
River Calder
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy rainfall this evening, Sunday 1st November, and into tonight. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and minor roads is possible overnight and into tomorrow. Intense areas of rain are expected to develop within the wider band of rainfall. Where this more intense rain falls, it is likely to result in surface water issues and a sharp response from any smaller watercourses.
We currently expect the River Calder at Mirfield Ledgard Bridge to peak around 2-4a.m Monday morning. Further showers through Monday are likely to keep rivers at high levels through the day.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast and we have field teams ready to inspect flood defences and key locations.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not put yourself at danger by driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 04:00 on 02/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 11:02
River Calder
River levels responded to the rainfall last night, 09/03/20. Further rainfall is forecast today, 10/03/20, which will keep river levels elevated. We do not currently expect to issue any warnings in response to this rainfall. We have issued this flood alert as there may be flooding of low-lying land and roads. Please see the Met Office for a detailed weather forecast for your area and keep an eye on our Flood Information Service at https://bit.ly/38zZDn5 for the latest river levels and forecasts. We are closely monitoring the situation and our incident room is open 24/7. This message will be updated by 19:00 on 10/03/2020
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 11:34
River Calder
River levels in the lower Calder are steadily falling, but will remain elevated throughout today, 25/02/2020. We do not expect any further significant rainfall over the next couple of days, but will continue to monitor the situation. Avoid driving on low-lying roads and keep clear of footpaths which are close to watercourses. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 19.30 on the 25/02/2020, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 03:33
River Calder
River levels in the lower Calder are steadily falling, but will remain elevated throughout today, 25/02/2020. We do not expect any further significant rainfall over the next couple of days, but will continue to monitor the situation. Avoid driving on low-lying roads and keep clear of footpaths which are close to watercourses. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 11.30 on the 25/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 19:37
River Calder
River levels across the River Calder rose today, Monday 24/02/2020, in response to the recent rainfall. Levels are expected to remain high until this evening before they will begin to fall overnight and into tomorrow. We continue to monitor the situation from our Leeds incident room. Please avoid driving on low-lying roads and keep clear of footpaths which are close to watercourses. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 03:35 on the 25/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 12:34
River Calder
River levels have risen in response to this morning’s rainfall, Monday 24/02/2020, and snow melt. Levels are expected to remain high until early evening on Monday before they will begin to fall. No significant rainfall is forecast for the next 24 hours.
We continue to monitor the situation from our incident room. Please avoid driving on low-lying roads and keep clear of footpaths which are close to watercourses. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated by 18:30 on the 24/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 13:10
River Calder
Though levels have peaked at most locations in this alert area, levels are yet to peak in the lower reaches of the catchment. As such, this alert remains in force.
There is currently no significant rainfall forecast for today (23/02/2020).
Rain, and potentially snow, is forecast in the early hours of tomorrow (24/02/2020) which will cause levels to rise again, but not to levels of concern. We are monitoring the situation from our incident room. Flooding of low-lying roads and land remains possible. Avoid driving on low-lying roads and keep clear of footpaths which are close to watercourses. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for an up-to-date weather forecast, visit www.metoffice.gov.uk. This message will be updated by 21:10, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 05:42
River Calder
River levels are rising in the Lower Calder Catchment in response to overnight rainfall. The band of rainfall is expected to move away later this morning, Sunday 23rd February. Further rainfall is expected overnight into Sunday morning. We expect to see levels on the Calder through Mirfield peak around 09:00 this morning at a lower level to that seen early on Saturday. Flooding of low-lying roads and land remains possible. Forecast rainfall on Monday has the potential to cause further flooding problems.
We are monitoring the situation from our incident room. Avoid driving on low-lying roads and keep clear of footpaths which are close to watercourses. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for an up-to-date weather forecast, visit www.metoffice.gov.uk. This message will be updated by 13:40, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 20:47
River Calder
River levels along the lower Calder fell below the flood risk threshold this afternoon, 22/02/20, after they rose in response to yesterday’s rainfall. However, this Flood Alert remains in force as we expect to see the river begin to rise again tomorrow morning, 23/02/20, in response to further rain.
This further rainfall is expected from midnight tonight, lasting into Sunday morning. We expect to see a river response in the early hours of 23/02/20, and expect this to be similar to that seen this morning, peaking in the afternoon. Flooding of low-lying land and roads is possible overnight and into tomorrow.
We continue to monitor the situation from our incident room.
Please stay alert and avoid driving on low-lying roads or using footpaths close to watercourses. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. For an up-to-date weather forecast, visit www.metoffice.gov.uk. This message will be updated by 05:00 on 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 12:49
River Calder
River levels are still high in the lower Calder as a result of rainfall overnight and this morning (22/02/2020). We expect river levels to recede through this afternoon but will begin to rise again tomorrow morning (23/02/2020) as a result of forecast overnight rain. We are expecting similar levels to that of last night’s rainfall (21/02/2020) into this morning (22/02/2020).
Flooding of low-lying land and roads may be possible overnight. Avoid driving on low-lying roads and avoid any footpaths close to watercourses. We are continuing to monitor the situation from our incident room. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. For an up-to-date weather forecast, visit www.metoffice.gov.uk. This message will be updated by 20:50 on 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 04:42
River Calder
This flood alert has been issued in response to persistent rainfall experienced during Friday, 21/02/2020. River levels are peaking and are forecast to fall throughout today, Saturday 22/02/20. Scattered Showers are expected over the next 12 hours so we will continue to monitor the situation from our incident room which remains open. Flooding of low-lying roads and land is still possible. Avoid driving on low-lying roads and keep clear of any footpaths which are close to watercourses. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for an up-to-date weather forecast, visit www.metoffice.gov.uk.
This message will be updated by 12:30 on 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 20:07
River Calder
This flood alert has been issued in response to persistent rainfall experienced during Friday, 21/02/2020. River levels are rising and are forecast to remain high during Saturday morning. The rainfall is forecast to continue through into Saturday morning before it will ease. Flooding of low-lying roads and land is possible. Avoid driving on low-lying roads and keep clear of any footpaths which are close to watercourses. We are monitoring the situation from our incident room. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for an up-to-date weather forecast, visit www.metoffice.gov.uk .
This message will be updated by 04:10 on 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 05:36
River Calder
We currently expect levels to continue to drop on the lower river Calder over the course of Monday morning and into the afternoon (17th February). Scattered showers are forecast for the first half of the week, however we do not currently anticipate a further significant river level response from these, allowing levels to continue to fall.
However, we will continue to monitor the situation closely from our Leeds incident room which remains open. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths and roads near watercourses, and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying land that may be flooded. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for weather forecasts please see the Met Office. This message will be updated by 13:40, 17/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 21:12
River Calder
River levels have now peaked and continue to steadily decrease, but will remain elevated throughout tonight, 16/02/20. Consequently, flooding of low-lying roads and farmland remains possible into tomorrow, 17/02/20.
Scattered showers are forecast for the first half of the week, however we do not anticipate a further significant river level response from these, and levels should continue to fall.
We are closely monitoring the situation from our Leeds incident room. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths and roads near watercourses, and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying land that may be flooded. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for weather forecasts please see the Met Office. This message will be updated by 05:40, 17/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 13:29
River Calder
River levels have now peaked and are steadily decreasing. Further scattered showers are expected today, but we do not expect the river levels to respond significantly to this rainfall. Flooding of low-lying roads and farmland is possible through Sunday and beyond.
We are closely monitoring the situation from our Leeds incident room. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths and roads near watercourses, and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying land that may be flooded. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for weather forecasts please see the Met Office. This message will be updated by 21:40, 16/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 07:35
River Calder
River levels are expected to peak at around 09:00 am this morning, 16/02/2020. Further scattered showers are expected today, but we do not currently expect the river level to rise any further. Flooding of low-lying roads and farmland is possible through Sunday and beyond.
We are closely monitoring the situation from our Leeds incident room. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths and roads near watercourses, and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying land that may be flooded. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for weather forecasts please see the Met Office. This message will be updated at 15:40, 16/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 19:05
River Calder
Following recent rainfall which has left ground saturated, river levels are beginning to rise as a result of Storm Dennis. Rainfall is expected to continue throughout the night tonight, 15/02/20, and into Sunday morning, with a period of more sustained rainfall likely from the late evening.
Based on the current forecast, river levels are expected to continue to rise throughout this evening and peak from around 11:30 on Sunday morning, at levels significantly below those seen during Storm Ciara last weekend. Flooding of low-lying roads and farmland is possible this evening into Sunday and beyond.
We are closely monitoring the situation from our incident room. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near watercourses, and plan driving routes to avoid low lying land that may be flooded. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for weather forecasts please see the Met Office. This message will be updated at 03:30 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 11:40
River Calder
Following recent rainfall which has left ground saturated, river levels are forecast to rise as a result of Storm Dennis. Rainfall is expected to intensify from midday today, 15 February 2020. Based on the current forecast, river levels are likely to rise rapidly, from this afternoon due to the flashy nature of the catchment and peak Sunday Morning, 16 February. Flooding of properties, roads and farmland is possible this evening into Sunday and beyond.
We have staff in the field and are closely monitoring the situation from our incident room. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near watercourses. Please also plan driving routes to avoid low lying land that may be flooded. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for weather forecasts please see the Met Office. This message will be updated at 19:40 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 04:30
River Calder
River levels are falling and we expect to remove this alert later this morning (11/02/20).
Further scattered rainfall is forecast throughout today, 11/02/20, however, we do not anticipate any further significant river response. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation from our incident room. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. This message will be updated by 12:30 on 11/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 20:14
River Calder
Levels in the River Calder downstream of Brighouse have now fallen below the level at which there is a risk of flooding. Areas of standing water remain in some areas and operations teams are assessing damage to property and defences. Rainfall over the next few days in expected to be showery and increasingly wintery over the hills in the Upper River Calder catchment and therefore we do not anticipate a significant response in river levels.
Our Leeds Incident Room remains open and we continue to monitor the situation.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 12:33
River Calder
River levels have peaked but remain high following heavy rainfall due to Storm Ciara. The River Calder peaked at Methley in the early hours of this morning, 10/02/20, but levels are likely to remain elevated for the next 24 hours before continuing to fall, so this Flood Alert remains in force as there could still be impacts to low-lying roads and land.
Further scattered showers are forecast throughout the rest of today, 10/02/20, however we do not anticipate a significant river level response.
We continue to monitor the situation. Our incident response staff are checking the condition of defences.
Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast, and for weather forecasts see the Met Office. Avoid contact with flood water, and please plan your driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 16:50
River Calder
River levels have risen as a result of persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara and will remain high through Sunday afternoon. The lower reaches of the River Calder are forecast to peak around 17:00 before they begin to slowly fall. Whitwood Mere washland is now operating. Although the heavy rainfall has eased, high winds and further showers are forecast this evening and into Monday, 10/02/2020. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains. We urge residents to 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 00:55 on 10/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 05:07
River Calder
River levels have risen and will continue to rise until Sunday evening (09/02/2020) as a result of persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara. Widespread rain and high winds is expected to continue through to midday Sunday. Consequently, the risk of flooding remains.
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 13:10 9/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 20:27
River Calder
We are issuing this flood alert for the Lower River Calder due to forecast heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara. Widespread rain and high winds are forecast from Saturday evening (08/02/2020) through to Sunday lunchtime. We expect river levels to start rising around 1am on Sunday (09/02/2020) and to peak late Sunday afternoon. 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 0430 09/02/20 or as the situation changes.