Flood Alert Info - Middle River Aire catchment
Area Description
River Aire from Stockbridge to Castleford, including Bradford Beck, Oulton Beck and Kippax Beck.
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Flood Alert Currently in Force
Flood Alert issued on 22 Nov 2024 16:04
River Aire, Bradford Beck
Widespread heavy rain associated with Storm Bert, possibly falling as snow at first, is expected across the Aire catchment from 5a.m Saturday 23 November, persisting through the day. River levels are expected to rise as a result and flooding is possible.
River levels will potentially peak through Leeds on Sunday morning, where flooding is possible. There may be surface water flooding affecting low spots on local roads in areas affected by the heaviest rain. Further rainfall is expected on Sunday 24 November, which is likely to keep rivers high, with additional impacts possible.
The most affected areas will below lying land around River Aire, particularly from Stockbridge to Castleford, including Bradford Beck, Oulton Beck and Kippax Beck.
We are closely monitoring the situation and our Area Incident Room will be open this 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.
This message will be updated by 7:30 am on 23/11/2024, or as the situation changes.
Area Covered by this Flood Alert
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Flood Alert History
Number of historic Flood Alerts that have previously been recorded for this area:
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 23 May 2024 08:57
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River Levels are beginning to fall across the middle River Aire catchment but remain high due to yesterday’s persistent heavy rainfall, 22/05/2024. No further significant rainfall is forecast today (23/05/2024) and river levels are expected to peak at Castleford at around 9am this morning.
Flooding is possible from the River Aire, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Aire from Stockbridge to Castleford, including Bradford Beck, Oulton Beck and Kippax Beck. 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 20:00, on 23/05/2024 or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 20:31
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River Levels are high on the River Aire 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 have seen a response in the River Aire throughout the day and this is forecast to continue overnight with levels currently forecast to peak at 4.30am at Castleford.
Flooding is possible from the River Aire, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Aire from Stockbridge to Castleford, including Bradford Beck, Oulton Beck and Kippax Beck. 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 16:15
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River Levels are rising on the River Aire 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 Aire throughout the day and into the evening and overnight with with levels currently forecast to peak at 3.30am at Castleford.
Flooding is possible from the River Aire, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around River Aire from Stockbridge to Castleford, including Bradford Beck, Oulton Beck and Kippax Beck. 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 19:56
River Aire, Bradford Beck
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. The peak around Castleford is expected around lunchtime on Friday.
Areas most at risk include River Aire from Stockbridge to Castleford, including Bradford Beck, Oulton Beck and Kippax Beck.
Further rainfall 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 07:55AM, on 05/04/24 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 30 Jan 2024 09:57
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels remain high on the River Aire following heavy rainfall yesterday, 29/01/2024. Areas most at risk include River Aire from Stockbridge to Castleford.
Today is forecast to be dry and river levels are expected gradually fall throughout the day. We are not expecting to issue any flood warnings at this time, but will continue to monitor the situation.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 21:00 on 30/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2024 20:54
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are rising on the River Aire due to heavy rainfall today, 29/01/2024. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads near to the River Aire both in the Cottingley and Castleford. River levels at Cottingley Bridge are now peaking, while levels downstream at Castleford may peak around 3-5a.m on Tuesday morning. River levels on the middle Aire catchment are expected to gradually fall throughout the day tomorrow. Some further rainfall is forecast this evening and through the early hours of Tuesday morning, but should ease and clear tomorrow. We do not currently anticipate we will need to issue any flood warnings, but we will continue to monitor river levels closely and will do if required.Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 30/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2024 17:30
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are rising on the River Aire due to heavy rainfall today, 29/01/2024. Areas most at risk include low lying land and roads near to the River Aire from Stockbridge to Castleford, including Bradford Beck, Oulton Beck and Kippax Beck.
Flooding is possible from 19:00 at Cottingley Bridge with river levels here expected to peak around midnight tonight. Further down the river Aire catchment at Castleford, flooding is possible from around midnight with levels expected to peak between 01:00 and 03:00 tomorrow morning, 30/01/2024. River levels on the middle Aire are expected to gradually fall throughout the day tomorrow.
Some further rainfall is forecast this evening, but should ease and clear tomorrow. We do not currently anticipate we will need to issue any flood warnings, but we will continue to monitor river levels closely and will do if required.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00 AM on 30/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 22:32
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are slowly rising on the River Aire due to heavy rainfall today 23/01/2024. Areas most at risk include River Aire from Stockbridge to Castleford, including Bradford Beck, Oulton Beck and Kippax Beck. Rainfall is expected to clear this evening however river levels are expected to remain high through tomorrow 24/01/2024. 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 10:00 AM on 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2024 17:46
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are rising on the River Aire due to heavy rainfall today, 23/01/2024. Areas most at risk include the River Aire from Stockbridge to Castleford, including Bradford Beck, Oulton Beck and Kippax Beck.
The rainfall is expected to clear this evening, however river levels are expected to remain high through tomorrow, 24/01/2024. 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 05:45 on 24/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2024 21:29
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are rising on the River Aire due to heavy rainfall today, 21/01/2024. Areas most at risk include the River Aire from Stockbridge to Castleford, including Bradford Beck, Oulton Beck and Kippax Beck.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight and river levels are expected to remain high tomorrow, 22/01/2024. 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 09:30 am on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2024 13:14
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are rising on the River Aire due to heavy rainfall today, 21/01/2024. Areas most at risk include the River Aire from Stockbridge to Castleford, including Bradford Beck, Oulton Beck and Kippax Beck.
Further rainfall is forecast overnight and river levels are expected to remain high tomorrow, 22/01/2024.
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 01:15 am on 22/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Jan 2024 08:36
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels on the River Aire between Keighley and Castleford have now fallen below our flood risk thresholds. However, levels in Allerton Ings remain high, so this Flood Alert remains in force. We will continue to monitor levels closely but do not currently expect to issue any further flood warnings. Water will remain in washlands and on low lying land over the coming days, particularly in the Castleford area, including Allerton, Newton and Fairburn Ings. Please take care near waterlogged land and flooded fields and use alternative routes until the water has receded. Do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 16:35 on 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 19:56
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels on the River Aire between Keighley and Castleford have been falling today, Wednesday 3rd January. We are expecting unsettled weather over night and so this Flood Alert remains in force. We will continue to monitor levels closely but do not currently expect to issue any further flood warnings.
Water will remain in washlands and on low lying land over the coming days, particularly in the Castleford area including Allerton, Newton and Fairburn Ings. Please take care near waterlogged land and flooded fields and use alternative routes until the water has receded. Do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 08:00 on 04/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 11:42
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels in the River Aire between Keighley and Castleford remain high but have started to fall across the majority of the catchment. Despite further unsettled weather on Wednesday and Thursday, with showers at times, levels on the Middle Aire are expected to fall through the day today, 03/01/2024, and tomorrow. We will continue to monitor levels closely but do not currently expect to issue any further flood warnings.
Water will remain in washlands and on low lying land over the coming days, particularly in the Castleford area including Allerton, Newton and Fairburn Ings. Please take care near waterlogged land and flooded fields and use alternative routes until the water has receded. Do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 19:40 on 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 02:16
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels in the River Aire between Keighley and Castleford remain high but have started to fall across the majority of the catchment. Further rain is expected over the coming days so we will continue to closely monitor the situation. We do not expect to issue any flood warnings. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 10:15AM 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 08:47
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels in the River Aire between Keighley and Castleford remain high but have started to fall across the majority of the catchment, following the response to rainfall overnight. Levels at Castleford are expected to peak later this morning Tuesday 02/01/2024 before slowly falling throughout the day.
Further rain is expected over the coming days so we will continue to closely monitor the situation. We do not expect to issue any flood warnings. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 08:50 pm 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 16:52
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels in the Middle River Aire catchment between Keighley and Castleford are falling but further rainfall this evening will cause the river to rise again from around 22:00 this evening. We do not currently expect properties to flood from the river and do not expect to issue any flood warnings this evening/overnight. Please avoid using low-lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through floodwater.
We will continue to monitor the situation. This message will be updated by 07:00 am 02/01/24 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 08:57
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels in the Middle River Aire catchment rose in response to the rainfall overnight and remain elevated. Whilst river levels should decrease during the day, further rainfall is forecast today which will increase levels again.
We do not currently expect properties to flood from the River Aire and are not expected to need to issue any flood warnings. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through floodwater.
We will continue to monitor the situation. This message will be updated by 9:00 pm 01/01/24 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2023 20:08
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels in the Middle River Aire catchment are forecast to rise in response to this evening’s rainfall. Flooding may occur on low-lying park/farmland next to the river and its tributaries. At this stage we do not expect properties to flood from the River Aire. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through floodwater.
Further rain is expected over the coming days. We do not currently expect to issue any flood warnings but will continue to monitor the situation. This message will be updated by 8:30 am 01/01/24, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Dec 2023 17:16
River Aire, Bradford Beck
The River Aire between Keighley and Castleford has responded to some heavy showers today and in some areas levels have risen again. The river could remain at a level where there are some localised impacts such as overtopping into riverside farmland/recreation land and nearby footpaths, particularly in Cottingley Area. The river level is forecast to fall again through this evening but please take care near waterlogged land and flooded fields and use alternative routes until the water has receded.
This message will be updated by 6:00 am 29/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 20:55
River Aire, Bradford Beck
Levels in the River Aire between Keighley and Castleford remain high but have started to fall across the majority of the catchment, following the response to rainfall earlier this morning. Levels at Castleford are expected to peak later this evening 27/12/2023 before slowly falling away through Thursday.
We continue to closely monitor the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 9:00 am on 28/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 10:30
River Aire, Bradford Beck
The River Aire between Keighley and Castleford is rising in response to rainfall earlier this morning and is expected to reach a level where low-lying park/farm land next to the river and some of its tributary streams may flood later this morning/through the afternoon on the 27 December. At this stage we do not expect properties to flood from the River Aire. The rain is expected to ease later today.
We are closely monitoring the situation from our Leeds Incident Room. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 9:00 pm on 27/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Dec 2023 09:12
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels on the Middle River Aire 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 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. A Flood Warning remains in place for Allerton Ings and A656 Barnsdale Road, meaning flooding is expected in those areas.
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 20:00
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels on the Middle River Aire have fallen after last nights rain, but are expected to increase once again following another band of rain forecast for tonight, 10/12/2023. Therefore, this Flood Alert remains in force. A Flood Warning remains in place for Allerton Ings and A656 Barnsdale Road, meaning flooding is expected in those areas.
Levels are expected to rise again at around midnight tonight, 10/12/2023, peaking through Leeds around 07:00 to 09:00 AM 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 08:00 AM on 11/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 15:34
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels on the Middle River Aire have fallen after last nights rain, but are expected to increase once again following another band of rain forecast for tonight, 10/12/2023. Therefore, this Flood Alert remains in force. A Flood Warning remains in place for Allerton Ings and A656 Barnsdale Road, meaning flooding is expected in those areas.
Levels are expected to rise again at around midnight tonight, 10/12/2023. We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 09:00 PM on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Dec 2023 08:12
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels on the River Aire have peaked through Leeds have been falling overnight, however levels remain high at Castleford and flooding is still possible this morning, Sunday 10/12/2023. Therefore this Flood Alert remains in force. Flooding is still possible until lunchtime today. There are further bands of rain forecast mid-morning and this evening, which will see levels increase again this evening and are forecast to reach similar levels to yesterday. We will continue to closely monitor rainfall and river levels closely. 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 by14:15 on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Dec 2023 17:52
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are rising due to further heavy rainfall affecting West Yorkshire through this evening, Saturday 9 December.
Areas most at risk include locations near the River Aire from Stockbridge to Castleford, including Bradford Beck, Oulton Beck and Kippax Beck.
Flooding is possible from 8pm Saturday evening and overnight into Sunday 10/12/23. We currently expect levels to peak through Leeds in the early hours of Sunday morning. Further unsettled weather is expected throughout the rest of the weekend.
We will continue to monitor rainfall and river levels closely.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Start acting on your flood plan if you have one.
This message will be updated by 01:50 AM on 10/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 21:01
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels remain high following storm Debi but are expected to fall this evening and through the night. The risk of flooding is reducing, however, water is likely to remain on low-lying land and roads. We expect river levels to gradually fall through the day tomorrow as water moves downstream from the upper catchments.
Further showers are forecast this evening and into Wednesday. We do not currently expect these to be impactful and do not expect to have to issue any flood warnings. Due to the saturated conditions rivers may respond readily to any further rainfall. We are monitoring the situation.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 09:00 on Wednesday 15/11/2023, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 14 Nov 2023 09:30
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are expected to remain high as a result of heavy rainfall associated with Storm Debi yesterday and this morning, Tuesday 14/11/2023. We expected levels to remain elevated today and into tomorrow as water moves downstream from the upper catchments. Flooding is possible on low-lying land and roads. Water started to spill into Allerton Ings overnight, however, we do not expect levels in the Ings to rise further or for Barnsdale Road to flood.
Further showers are forecast through today and into Wednesday. Due to the saturated conditions rivers are expected to respond readily to this rainfall. We currently do not expect to have to issue any flood warnings but we are monitoring the situation and will do if required.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 21:00 on Tuesday 14/11/2023, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 13 Nov 2023 20:46
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are rising as a result of heavy rainfall associated with Storm Debi today, Monday 13/11/2023, and are expected to remain elevated overnight and into tomorrow as water moves downstream from the upper catchments. Flooding is possible on low-lying land and roads.
Further showers are forecast overnight and will continue through Tuesday and Wednesday. Due to the saturated conditions rivers are expected to respond readily to this rainfall. We currently do not expect to have to issue any flood warnings but we are monitoring the situation and will do if required.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Plan driving routes to avoid roads near rivers which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 09:00 on Tuesday 14/11/2023, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 24 Oct 2023 07:25
River Aire, Bradford Beck
Throughout Monday and into the early hours of Tuesday, 24/10/23, river levels on the middle River Aire have been falling.
This Alert remains in force as water levels in the areas adjacent to the river, such as washlands and flood storage areas remain relatively high, particularly around Mickletown Ings, Lowther Washlands, Allerton Ings, Newton Ings and Fairburn Ings. We anticipate that the washlands will continue to drain although further rain is forecast throughout Tuesday 24/10/23.
Please continue to take care around any standing flood water. Our incident room is open and we continue to monitor river levels closely.
This message will be updated by 15:30, 24th October 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2023 19:28
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have now fallen on the lower River Aire and this will continue throughout the night, Monday 23/10/23. This alert remains in force as water levels in the areas adjacent to the river, such as washlands and flood storage areas, remain relatively high, particularly around Mickletown Ings, Lowther Washlands, Allerton Ings, Newton Ings and Fairburn Ings. We anticipate that the washlands will continue to drain throughout tomorrow, Tuesday 24/10/2023. Please continue to take care around any standing flood water. Our incident room is open and we continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 3:30 AM, 24th October 2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2023 08:20
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have now fallen in the middle River Aire and the risk of flooding has now reduced. This alert remains in force as water levels in the areas adjacent to the river, such as flood storage areas, remain relatively high. Please continue to take care around any standing flood water. Our incident room is open and we continue to monitor levels closely. This message will be updated by 16:20, 23/10/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Oct 2023 00:22
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have now fallen in the middle River Aire and the risk of flooding has now reduced.
Please continue to take care around any standing flood water. We will continue to monitor levels closely.
This message will be updated by 08:15 on 23/10/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Oct 2023 11:04
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are falling in the middle River Aire and this will continue throughout Sunday, 22/10/23. This alert remains in force as water levels in areas adjacent to the river, such as flood storage areas, remain relatively high. Our incident room is open and will be for the next couple of days. This message will be updated by 19:05, 22/10/2023. or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Oct 2023 03:58
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels remain high on the Middle River Aire, although we expect these to fall throughout Sunday, 22/10/23.
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 11:55, 22/10/2023.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2023 21:20
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have largely peaked in the main River Aire after yesterday’s rainfall, and will fall through today, 21/10/23. Standing water will remain in low-lying land adjacent to the river and some washlands around Castleford are still rising. We do not expect any rainfall today will result in a significant rise in river levels. 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. This message will be updated by 05:20 AM, 22/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Oct 2023 11:50
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have largely peaked in the main River Aire after yesterday’s rainfall, and will fall through today, 21/10/23. Standing water will remain in low-lying land adjacent to the river and some washlands around Castleford are still rising. We do not expect any rainfall today will result in a significant rise in river levels. 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. This message will be updated by 19:50, 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 20:39
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are have risen on the River Aire due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include locations near the River Aire from Stockbridge to Castleford, including Bradford Beck, Oulton Beck and Kippax Beck.
Flooding of low lying land near watercourses is possible overnight into Saturday 21st October.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the weekend and river levels are expected to remain high, peaking at 01:30 AM 21/10/2023 at Castleford. Our incident rooms are 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 04:40 AM on 21/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 07:38
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the River Aire due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include locations near the River Aire from Stockbridge to Castleford, including Bradford Beck, Oulton Beck and Kippax Beck.
Flooding of low lying land near watercourses is possible from Friday morning, 20th of October 2023.
Further heavy rainfall is forecast throughout the weekend and river levels are expected to continue to rise. Our incident rooms are 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 15:40 on 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Jan 2023 16:31
River Aire, Bradford Beck
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 levels.
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Flood Alert issued on 31 Dec 2022 19:43
River Aire, Bradford Beck
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 levels.
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Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 23:46
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are now falling in the catchment upstream of Leeds and will continue to fall through the night and into tomorrow, 18/11/22. Downstream of Leeds, river levels are peaking and will also start falling through the night and into tomorrow. We are closely monitoring the situation.
No further rainfall is currently forecast overnight or tomorrow. We therefore plan to remove this flood alert in the morning. Please continue to take care and avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses. There may still be standing water so please continue to take care on waterside roads and footpaths.
This message will be updated by 08:00 on 18/11/22, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Nov 2022 17:10
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have risen on the River Aire due to heavy rainfall today, 17/11/2022. Areas most at risk include River Aire from Stockbridge to Castleford, including Bradford Beck, Oulton Beck and Kippax Beck. No property flooding is expected, but there may be surface water issues locally.
We currently expect river levels to peak on Friday morning, 18/11/22, through Cottingley area around 03:00 and through Leeds around 04:00, before falling through Friday daytime. We will continue to monitor the forecast closely.
Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Avoid using low-lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 01:07 on 18/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2022 21:05
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have peaked and continue to fall steadily. This alert remains in force though as levels are still elevated and some 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 18:30
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have peaked and continue to fall steadily. This alert remains in force though as levels are still elevated and some 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 07:21
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels rose as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall throughout the weekend and Monday, 21/02/2022. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. River levels have started to fall but remain above the flood risk threshold. Currently, the risk of flooding remains. Although further unsettled weather and showers are forecast, we are not expecting any further significant rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation and 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 19:15, 23/02/2022, or as the situation changes. To report any property flooding, please call 0800 80 70 60.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 20:47
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels rose as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall throughout the weekend and Monday, 21/02/2022. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. River levels have started to fall but remain above the flood risk threshold. Currently, the risk of flooding remains. Although further unsettled weather and showers are forecast, we are not expecting any further significant rainfall. We are closely monitoring the situation and 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 08:40, 23/02/2022, or as the situation changes. To report any property flooding, please call 0800 80 70 60.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 12:17
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels rose as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall throughout the weekend and Monday, 21/02/2022. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads
River levels have started to fall but remain above the flood risk threshold. Currently, the risk of flooding remains. Although further unsettled weather and showers are forecast, we are not expecting any further significant rainfall.
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 12:20 tomorrow afternoon or as the situation changes. To report any property flooding, please call 0800 80 70 60.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 00:23
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels rose as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall yesterday and overnight. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads
River levels have started to fall and will continue to fall overnight. Currently, the risk of flooding remains. Although further unsettled weather and showers are forecast, we are not expecting any further significant rainfall.
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 12:20 tomorrow afternoon or as the situation changes. To report any property flooding, please call 0800 80 70 60
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 21:13
River Aire, Bradford Beck
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, rivers have responded readily to this rainfall and are likely to remain 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 9pm 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 05:10am, 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 08:26
River Aire, Bradford Beck
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, rivers have responded readily to this rainfall and are likely to remain 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 9pm 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 in at 4.30pm today, 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 20:04
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are expected to rise as a result of persistent rainfall which is forecast to start around midnight and continue into much of 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 high from the afternoon, overnight into Monday. We are monitoring the situation on a 24-hour basis and will issue flood warnings if properties and communities are at risk. We currently expect an initial peak in river levels around mid-afternoon on Sunday through the Bradford area and through the evening in Leeds. Leeds City Council are planning to operate the weirs to help manage levels through the city tomorrow.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers. 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 08:00, 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2021 16:38
River Aire, Bradford Beck
Levels in the River Aire from Keighley through Leeds are falling and will shortly peak at Castleford below any levels of concern, even though water is overflowing into some of the flood storage areas next to the river. Levels will continue to fall for the remainder of today, Monday 01/11/2021, and into tomorrow as only scattered showers are likely.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2021 10:23
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River Levels in the River Aire from Cottingley Bridge through Leeds are rising in response to last nights rain at the top of the catchment. Rain is forecast to continue until around lunchtime. Levels are expected to continue rising slowly through the morning, peaking this evening before starting to drop away over night
Consequently, flooding to roads and farmland is possible
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 that 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 8 Feb 2021 23:05
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels along the Middle Aire continue to fall, however, levels remain high within the washlands including Mickletown Ings. Flooding of low lying roads and farmland remains possible overnight and into Tuesday (09/02/21). Water is no longer spilling into Allerton Ings. Further wintery showers are forecast over the next few days, but we do not expect these to cause a significant river response. 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 in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2021 17:34
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels along the Middle Aire are now falling, however, levels remain high within the washlands including Mickleton Ings and flooding of low lying roads and farmland remains possible today Monday (08/02/21). Water is no longer spilling into Allerton Ings,
Further wintery showers are forecast over the next few days, but we do not expect these to cause a significant river response.
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 01:30 (09/02/2021), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2021 12:17
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels along the Middle Aire are now falling, however, levels remain high within the washlands and flooding of low lying roads and farmland remains possible today Monday (08/02/21). Water is no longer spilling into Allerton Ings, however, Barnsdale Road is likely to remain flooded. Further wintery showers are forecast over the next few days, but we do not expect these to cause a significant river response. 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 20:15 (08/02/2021), or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2021 04:30
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels along the Middle Aire are now falling, however, levels remain high within the washlands and flooding of low lying roads and farmland remains possible overnight and into Monday (08/02/21). Water is no longer spilling into Allerton Ings, however, Barnsdale Road is likely to remain flooded. Further wintery showers are forecast over the next few days, but we do not expect these to cause a significant river response. 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 in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 21:06
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels along the Middle Aire have risen as a result of persistent and heavy rainfall yesterday (Saturday, 06/02/21). River levels have peaked and are falling, however levels remain high within the washlands and flooding of low-lying roads and farmland remains possible overnight tonight (Sunday, 07/02/21). Areas most at risk are low-lying land and roads, particularly around Castleford where there is continued spilling into Allerton Ings and Barnsdale Road is likely to be flooded. Further wintery showers are forecast over the next few days, but we do not expect these to cause a significant river response. 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 in 8 hours, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 13:03
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have peaked but remain high along the Middle Aire as a result of persistent and heavy rainfall yesterday, 06/02/21. Consequently, flooding of low-lying roads and farmland remains possible today, 07/02/2021. The heaviest rain from Storm Darcy has now passed and though further wintry showers are forecast today, we do not expect this to cause a significant response. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, particularly around Castleford where there is continued spilling into Allerton Ings. Barnsdale Road is likely to be flooded. We anticipate that levels will continue to fall throughout today, 07/02/21. 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 21:00 07/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 03:44
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have peaked further up the catchment but remain high along the Middle Aire as a result of persistent and heavy rainfall yesterday, 06/02/21. Consequently, flooding of low-lying roads and farmland remains possible today, 07/02/2021. The heaviest rain from Storm Darcy has now passed and though further wintry showers are forecast today, we do not expect this to cause a significant response. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads, particularly around Castleford where levels are beginning to peak slowly but continue to spill into Allerton Ings. Barnsdale Road is likely to be flooded. We anticipate that levels will begin to fall later today, 07/02/21. 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 11:45, 07/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 18:35
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels remain high as a result of persistent and heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible this evening through to tomorrow, 07/02/2021. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Further rainfall is forecast through this evening. We expect river levels to remain high into tomorrow. 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 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 10:34
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have risen as a result of persistent and heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible from 10:30 (06/02/2021). 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 18:30 on 06/02/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2021 22:16
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have fallen across the middle Aire catchment after the heavy rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. This flood alert remains in place as we have a flood warning in force at Allerton Ings, which is slowly draining.
Please continue to take care around low-lying footpaths near watercourses where standing water may remain. This message will be updated by 10:30am, 25/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2021 17:22
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have fallen across the middle Aire catchment after the heavy rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. This flood alert remains in place as we have a flood warning in force at Allerton Ings, which is slowly draining.
Please continue to take care around low-lying footpaths near watercourses where standing water may remain. This message will be updated by 11:30pm, 24/01/2021.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Jan 2021 09:20
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels continue to fall across the middle Aire catchment after the persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. No further significant rainfall is expected today (24/01/2021). Though we do not expect to issue any further warnings there is still a risk of flooding of property, roads and farmland across the catchment. Water remains in the washlands and flood warnings remain in force at Allerton, Newton and Fairburn Ings. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 5:30pm, 24/01/2021 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2021 23:00
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels continue to fall across the middle Aire catchment after the persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. No further significant rainfall is expected on Sunday (24/01/2021). Though we do not expect to issue any further warnings there is still a risk of flooding of property, roads and farmland across the catchment. Water remains in the washlands and flood warnings remain in force at Allerton, Newton and Fairburn Ings. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 9:30am, 24 January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2021 17:25
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are dropping across the middle Aire catchment after the persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. No further significant rainfall is expected this weekend. Though we are not expecting to issue any further warnings there is still a risk of flooding of property, roads and farmland across the catchment. Water remains in the washlands and flood warnings remain in force at Allerton, Newton and Fairburn Ings. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 11:30pm, 23 January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Jan 2021 09:14
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are dropping across the middle Aire catchment after the persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. No further significant rainfall is expected this weekend. Though we are not expecting to issue any further warnings there is still a risk of flooding of property, roads and farmland across the catchment. Water remains in the washlands and flood warnings remain in force at Allerton, Newton and Fairburn Ings. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 6pm, 23 January 2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 23:54
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have started to drop across the Middle River Aire Catchment after the persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. The main band of rain associated with the storm has now passed. Though we are not expecting to issue any further warnings there is still a risk of flooding of property, roads and farmland across the catchment. Water remains in the washlands and flood warnings remain in force at Allerton, Newton and Fairburn Ings. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may 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 Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have started to drop across the Middle River Aire Catchment after the persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. The main band of rain associated with the storm has now passed. Though we are not expecting to issue any further warnings there is still a risk of flooding of property, roads and farmland across the catchment. Water remains in the washlands and flood warnings remain in force at Allerton, Newton and Fairburn Ings. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 04:10, 23/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 12:11
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have started to drop across the Middle River Aire Catchment after the persistent and heavy rainfall associated with Storm Christoph. The main band of rain associated with the storm has now passed. Though we are not expecting to issue any further warnings there is still a risk of flooding of property, roads and farmland across the catchment and flood warnings remain in force at Allerton, Newton and Fairburn Ings. Avoid using low-lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated by 20:10, 22/01/2021 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Jan 2021 04:33
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels remain elevated across the Middle River Aire Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall. The main band of rain associated with Storm Christoph has now passed. However, there is still a risk of flooding of property, roads and farmland across the catchment and flood warnings are remain in force at Cottingley and Shipley. 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 12:35, 22/01/2021 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 20:45
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels remain elevated across the Middle River Aire Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall. The main band of rain associated with Storm Christoph has now passed. However, there is still a risk of flooding of property, roads and farmland across the catchment and flood warnings are remain in force at Cottingley and Shipley. 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 04:45, 22/01/2021 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 12:45
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels remain elevated across the Middle River Aire Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall. The main band of rain associated with Storm Christoph has now passed. However, there is still a risk of flooding of property, roads and farmland across the catchment and flood warnings are currently in force at Cottingley and Shipley. 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 20:45, 21/01/2021 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 04:32
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are forecast to continue to remain elevated across the Middle River Aire Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall. The main band of rain associated with Storm Christoph has now passed. However 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 12:30pm, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 18:47
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are forecast to continue to remain elevated across the Middle River Aire Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall. Further rainfall is expected overnight and into tomorrow (21/01/2021) 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 02:50 tomorrow, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 10:47
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are forecast to continue to remain elevated across the Middle River Aire 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 18:50 today, 20/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 02:33
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are forecast to continue to remain elevated across the Middle River Aire 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 10:30am, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 21:17
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are forecast to rise across the Middle River Aire Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall through this evening and 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 expect to see river levels peak this evening with a lower peak tomorrow, 20/01/21. Our field teams have checked defences and cleared screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond.
Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded.
This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 12:12
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are forecast to rise across the Middle Aire Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall. This rain is likely to persist until Thursday morning. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible. Areas most at risk are low lying land, roads and farmland. 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 04:11
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are forecast to rise across the Middle Aire Catchment as a result of persistent rainfall, from Tuesday morning, 19/01/21, 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 around midday on Tuesday. 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 18 Jan 2021 16:59
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are forecast to rise across the Middle Aire 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 16 Jan 2021 22:47
River Aire, Bradford Beck
The River Aire is now peaking through Bradford and Leeds, following this morning's rainfall and ongoing thawing of lying snow. Consequently, flooding of low lying land and minor roads remains possible this evening (16/01/2021) and overnight into tomorrow (17/01/2021).
No further significant rainfall is expected on Saturday night or Sunday, but thawing of lying snow is likely to mean rivers will remain relatively high for the rest of the weekend. 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. This message will be updated tomorrow morning (17/01/2021) or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Jan 2021 15:08
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have steadily risen as a result of this morning's rainfall combined with melting snow. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible today, 16/01/2021. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. No further significant rainfall is expected today or tomorrow, however steady thawing of lying snow is likely to mean rivers will continue to rise this evening and peak around midnight, before falling again tomorrow (17/01/2021). 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. This message will be updated by 23:00, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 16:14
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have now peaked from the overnight rainfall, however levels remain elevated, with water remaining in some washlands. As a result, this Alert remains in force. Please continue to take care around low-lying land and plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, as standing water may remain. Although further showery rain is forecast this afternoon and evening (27/12/2020), levels will continue to fall. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message by 21:00 on 27/12/2020, or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2020 08:16
River Aire, Bradford Beck
After heavy rainfall overnight the River Aire is rising downstream of Leeds. It is expected to peak this afternoon although at this stage we do not expect flooding of properties and no further significant rainfall is expected today, 27/12/2020. We will continue to monitor the situation and will update this message by 16:15 on 27/12/2020, or if the situation changes. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2020 19:40
River Aire, Bradford Beck
Levels on the River Aire through Leeds have peaked and continue to fall.
No further significant rainfall is forecast. We are seeing some isolated showers, these will slowly clear away leading to a settled period of weather for the remainder of the week.
Our incident response staff are monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and don’t put yourself in danger by driving 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 04/11/2020 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2020 12:36
River Aire, Bradford Beck
Levels on the River Aire through Leeds have peaked and are beginning to fall. No further significant rainfall is forecast and we do not expect to have to issue any flood warnings. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and don’t put yourself in danger by driving 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 20:30 on 03/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Nov 2020 04:28
River Aire, Bradford Beck
After falling for much of the day yesterday (02/11/2020) the River Aire through Leeds has been rising again through the night following further rainfall yesterday evening. However, no further significant rainfall is forecast and we do not expect to have to issue any flood warnings. Levels at Castleford are expected to peak again at around 08:00am on Tuesday 03/11/2020, and will gradually drop off throughout the day. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and don’t put yourself at danger by driving 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 12:30 on 03/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 20:08
River Aire, Bradford Beck
The River Aire through Leeds has peaked and levels continue to slowly fall through this evening, Monday 02/11/2020. Levels at Castleford are expected to peak again at around 08:00am, Tuesday 03/11/2020 and will gradually drop off throughout the day. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and dont put yourself at danger by driving 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 04:15 on 03/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 12:46
River Aire, Bradford Beck
The River Aire through Leeds has peaked and levels will slowly fall through this afternoon, Monday 02/11/2020. Levels at Castleford are expected to peak around 14:00 and will remain high through the afternoon and into this evening. Further rainfall showers are forecast for later this afternoon and into the evening and may result in keeping the river levels high into Tuesday morning. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not put yourself at danger by driving 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 20:45 on 02/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Nov 2020 05:09
River Aire, Bradford Beck
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. We currently expect the River Aire through Leeds to peak around 08:00 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 13:15 on 02/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Nov 2020 20:41
River Aire, Bradford Beck
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 Aire through Leeds 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 04:40 on 02/11/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 15:20
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have continued to slowly fall through this morning, but they remain elevated. Allerton Ings is no longer spilling and Barnsdale Road is no longer flooding. However, levels at Fairburn Ings remain above levels where flooding is possible and consequently this flood alert remains in force.
There is no significant rainfall forecast for today, but there is still a risk of flooding to low-lying land and roads, and there may be standing water in places. 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. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 23:15 on 26/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 09:19
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have continued to slowly fall overnight, but they remain elevated. Allerton Ings is no longer spilling and Barnsdale Road is no longer flooding. However, levels at Fairburn Ings remain above levels where flooding is possible and consequently this flood alert remains in force.
There is no significant rainfall forecast for today, but there is still a risk of flooding to low-lying land and roads, and there may be standing water in places. 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. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 15:15 on 26/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Feb 2020 07:00
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have continued to slowly fall overnight, but they remain elevated. Levels at Allerton Ings are now falling and is expected to stop spilling this morning, 26/02/20. Barnsdale Road is currently closed as there remains a risk of flood waters affecting it.
There is no significant rainfall forecast for today, but there is still a risk of flooding to low-lying land and roads, and there may be standing water in places. We continue to monitor the situation from our incident room, and will review the need for this Flood Alert in daylight hours.
Please 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 15:00 on 26/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 23:13
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels continue to slowly fall, but they remain elevated. Allerton Ings is still high and Barnsdale Road is currently closed tonight, 25/2/20 and into tomorrow, 26/02/2020. There is no significant rainfall forecast for today, but there is still a risk of flooding to low-lying land and roads. 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. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 07:15 on 26/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 14:38
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels continue to slowly fall, but they remain elevated. Allerton Ings is still high and Barnsdale Road is currently closed, today, 25/2/20. There is no significant rainfall forecast for today, but there is still a risk of flooding to low-lying land and roads. 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. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 22:25 on 25/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 25 Feb 2020 06:27
River Aire, Bradford Beck
Whilst river levels are falling, they remain elevated. We expect Allerton Ings to continue spilling throughout Today, 25/2/20. There is no significant rainfall forecast for today. There is still a risk of flooding to low-lying land and roads, including Barnsdale Road. 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. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 14:25 on 25/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 22:56
River Aire, Bradford Beck
Whilst river levels are falling, they remain elevated. We expect Allerton Ings to continue spilling throughout Tuesday, 25/2/20. There is still a risk of flooding to low-lying land and roads, including Barnsdale Road. 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. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 07:00 on 25/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 14:32
River Aire, Bradford Beck
This alert remains in force as although river levels are falling, they remain elevated. We are expecting a small response to the rainfall which fell this morning, 24/02/2020, but we do not expect this response to be greater than was seen on Saturday. We expect Allerton Ings to continue to spill and for levels to remain elevated throughout Monday. Risk of flooding to low-lying land and roads, including Barnsdale Road, remains. 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 22:30, 24/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 03:35
River Aire, Bradford Beck
This alert remains in force as although river levels are falling, they remain elevated. We are expecting a small response to the current rainfall around mid-morning on Monday, 24/0/2020, but we do not expect this response to be greater than was seen on Saturday. We expect Allerton Ings to continue to spill and for levels to remain elevated throughout Monday. Risk of flooding to low-lying land and roads, including Barnsdale Road, remains. 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 11:30, 24/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 19:25
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels remain high but have peaked higher up the catchment and are now peaking at Castleford. Allerton Ings continues to spill and is expected to do so into this evening. The duration of spill is expected to be less then yesterday, 22/02/2020. There remains a risk of flood waters affecting low-lying land and roads, including Barnsdale Road, so this Flood Alert remains in force.
Further rainfall is forecast late tonight and into tomorrow morning, 24/02/20, which is likely to lead to river levels remaining high going into next week. We may see a small river level response to this rain tomorrow, but do not currently expect it to be greater than the response seen yesterday.
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 03:30, 24/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 10:56
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are currently high and will remain high this morning, 23/02/2020, and into this afternoon. The rainfall will pass this morning and no further significant rainfall is forecast today. Allerton Ings is currently spilling and will continue to do so into this evening. The duration of spill is expected to be less then yesterday, 22/02/2020. Further rainfall is expected on Monday, which is likely to lead to river levels remaining high going into next week. 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 15:50, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 07:56
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are currently high and will remain high this morning, 23/02/2020, and into this afternoon. The rainfall will pass this morning and no further significant rainfall is forecast today.
Allerton Ings is not currently spilling but the levels are forecast to rise to a level where it may start spilling later this afternoon. The duration of spill is expected to be less then yesterday, 22/02/2020.
Further rainfall is expected on Monday, which is likely to lead to river levels remaining high going into next week. 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 15:50, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 23:14
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have been steadily falling this afternoon and evening following high levels earlier today. Further rainfall is expected overnight into Sunday morning. We expect rivers to respond to this rain on Sunday morning, and to reach a similar level to those seen early on Saturday. Flooding of low-lying roads and land remains possible. Levels are falling in Allerton Ings and the level on the River Aire at Castleford is below that where it spills into the Ings. Further rainfall is expected on Monday, which is likely to lead to river levels remaining high going into next week.
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 07:10, 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 15:20
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have peaked in the upper catchment from last night's rain and will continue to fall. River levels in the Middle Aire catchment are peaking currently. Further rainfall is expected from midnight tonight into the early hours of Sunday. We expect river levels to respond to this rain, and to be similar to that seen in the early hours of this morning. Flooding of low-lying roads and land remains possible. Allerton Ings spillway is operating and is expected to operate until late afternoon, it is likely that Barnsdale Road may flood. Levels are expected to remain high at Castleford throughout today, 22.02.2020. 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 23:00, 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 07:07
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are peaking following heavy showers in the upper catchment on Friday, 21/02/2020, and overnight. Allerton Ings spillway is currently in operation and is expected to operate until late afternoon. There is a possibility that Barnsdale Road may flood. River levels have peaked in the upper catchment but levels are expected to remain high at Castleford throughout today, Saturday 22/02/20. Further rainfall is forecast so we will continue to closely monitor 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 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 15:00, 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 04:58
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are peaking following heavy showers in the upper catchment on Friday, 21/02/2020. River levels are expected to fall throughout today, Saturday 22/02/20, however further rainfall is forecast so we will continue to closely monitor 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 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 on 13:00, 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 21:14
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are rising in response to persistent rainfall on 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 on 05:15, 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 13:36
River Aire, Bradford Beck
We are issuing this alert in advance of the heavy and persistent rainfall which is expected today, 21/02/2020, and tomorrow.
Based on the current forecast, we expect river levels to rise as a result of this rainfall. 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.
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 21:30 on 21/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 23:12
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River Levels on the Middle Aire between Bradford and Castleford have peaked and have been falling slowly through Monday 17/02/2020 and will continuing to fall into Tuesday 18/02/2020. However, adjacent washlands contain a significant volume of water and a flood warning remains in place for Newton and Fairburn. Scattered showers are forecast for the first half of this week, however we do not anticipate this to cause an additional significant river level response. We continue to monitor the situation from the 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 the met Office for weather forecasts. This message will be updated by 07:00 on 18/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 17:53
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River Levels on the Middle Aire between Bradford and Castleford are falling and will continue to do so for the next couple of days (17/02/20 to 18/02/20). However, adjacent washlands contain a significant volume of water and therefore a flood warning remains in place for Newton and Fairburn. We continue to monitor the situation from the 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 the met Office for weather forecasts. This message will be updated by 02:00, 18/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 10:54
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River Levels on the Middle Aire between Bradford and Castleford are falling and will continue to do so for the next couple of days (17/02/20 to 18/02/20). However, adjacent washlands contain a significant volume of water and therefore a flood warning remains in place for Newton and Fairburn. No further significant rainfall is forecast in the next couple of days and we expect to remove the Newton and Fairburn warning later today. We are closely monitoring the situation from the 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 the met Office for weather forecasts. This message will be updated by 18:55, 17/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 17 Feb 2020 02:47
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River Levels have now peaked on the Middle Aire and catchment washlands remain high. Levels at Castleford are slowly falling and will continue to do so into Monday morning (17th February). We currently have a flood warning out for Allerton Ings, Barnsdale Road and properties. Scattered showers are forecast over the next couple of days, although significant impacts are not expected on the rivers. We are closely monitoring the situation from the 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. This message will be updated by 10:50 17/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 18:05
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River Levels have now peaked in the Middle Aire catchment. Levels through Leeds are falling, however at Castleford levels will remain high throughout this evening. Washlands in the middle Aire are in operation and filling. We currently have a flood warning out for Allerton Ings, Barnsdale Road and properties. Scattered showers are forecast over the next couple of days, although significant impacts are not expected on the rivers. We are closely monitoring the situation from the 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. This message will be updated by 02:00, 17/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 16 Feb 2020 09:41
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have risen as a result of the recent heavy rainfall. Levels in the Middle Aire are currently peaking, but will remain high throughout today (16/02/20). We currently have a flood warning out for Allerton Ings, Barnsdale Road and properties. The spillway at Allerton Ings started to operate this morning (16/02/20) and is likely to operate until 04:00pm this afternoon. We expect Barnsdale Road to flood.
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. For weather forecasts please see the Met Office. This message will be updated by 17:10, 16/02/20 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 20:35
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels are currently rising in response to rainfall associated with Storm Dennis. Rainfall is expected to continue throughout this evening, 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 likely rise steadily until tomorrow morning, peaking around 8-9 a.m through Bradford District, and around lunchtime through Leeds. Current forecasts indicate that peak levels will be below those seen during Storm Ciara, and we do not currently anticipate issuing flood warnings.
Flooding of low-lying roads and farmland is possible this evening and into Sunday.
We have staff in the field and are closely monitoring the situation. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near watercourses and be prepared to act on your flood plan.
Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated at 04:30 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 12:42
River Aire, Bradford Beck
Following recent rainfall which has left the ground saturated, river levels are forecast to rise as a result of Storm Dennis. Flooding of properties, roads and farmland is possible this evening and into Sunday. Rainfall is expected to intensify from midday today, 15 February 2020. The current forecast indicates that the river response will begin later this afternoon and is likely to peak in the early hours of Sunday, 16 February.
We have staff on site and are closely monitoring the situation from our incident room. Please avoid using low lying footpaths and roads near watercourses. 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 20:40 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 12 Feb 2020 04:18
River Aire, Bradford Beck
The River Aire and levels in washlands along the Middle River Aire are steadily falling, however remain high following Storm Ciara. Further scattered showers are forecast today, tomorrow and into the weekend. Flooding of low-lying roads and land remains possible and a flood warnings remain in force for Newton and Fairburn. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. We continue to monitor the situation from our incident room and 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. This message will be updated by 12.30 on 12/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 20:26
River Aire, Bradford Beck
The River Aire and levels in washlands along the Middle River Aire are steadily falling, however remain high following Storm Ciara. Further scattered showers are forecast tonight and tomorrow, 12/02/20, however we do not anticipate additional river level response. Flooding of low-lying roads and land remains possible and a flood warnings remain in force for Newton and Fairburn. Levels in Allerton Ings should fall enough overnight to allow Barnsdale Road to reopen in the morning. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. We continue to monitor the situation from our incident room and 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. This message will be updated by 04.30 on 12/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 12:07
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River Aire and in washlands along the Middle River Aire are falling levels remain elevated. Further scattered showers are forecast today 11/02/20, however we do not anticipate additional river level response. Flooding of low-lying roads and land remains possible and a flood warnings remain in force for Allerton Ings and Newton and Fairburn. Barnsdale Road may still have standing water on it. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water.
We continue to monitor the situation from our incident room and 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.This message will be updated by 20.00 on 11/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 11 Feb 2020 07:19
River Aire, Bradford Beck
This flood alert remains in force, as although levels on the River Aire and in washlands along the Middle River Aire are falling, levels remain elevated. Further scattered showers are forecast today, 11/02/20, however we do not anticipate additional river level response. Flooding of low-lying roads and land remains possible and flood warnings remain in force for Allerton Ings and Newton and Fairburn. Barnsdale Road may still have standing water on it. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water.
We continue to monitor the situation from our incident room and 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.
This message will be updated by 15:30 on 11/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 23:25
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have levelled out but remain high following heavy rainfall due to Storm Ciara. Levels are likely to remain elevated into tomorrow afternoon, 11/02/20, before continuing to fall, so this Flood Alert remains in force. Flooding of low-lying roads and land remains possible.
Further scattered showers are forecast overnight and into tomorrow, 11/02/20, 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.
This message will be updated by 07:30 on 11/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 12:52
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have now fallen following persistent heavy rainfall due to Storm Ciara. Whilst further scattered showers are forecast throughout the rest of today, 10/02/20, we do not anticipate a significant river level response. Be aware that flooding may still affect roads and low lying land.
To report property flooding, please call our incident hotline on 0800 80 70 60.
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 10 Feb 2020 09:52
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels remain high but are falling following persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara.
Whilst further scattered showers are forecast throughout the rest of today, 10/02/20, we do not anticipate a significant river level response, however flooding may still affect roads and low lying land.
To report property flooding, please call our incident hotline on 0800 80 70 60.
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 15:22
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have risen as a result of persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara and will remain high through Sunday and into Monday, 10/02/2020. Although the heavy rainfall has eased, high winds and further showers are forecast this evening and into Monday. 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 23:25 on 09/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 04:29
River Aire, Bradford Beck
River levels have risen and will continue to rise until midday Sunday (09/02/2020) as a result of persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara. Widespread rain and high winds is expected to continue through to 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 12:30 9/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 19:55
River Aire, Bradford Beck
We are issuing this flood alert for the Middle River Aire 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 midnight on Saturday and to peak in the afternoon on Sunday (09/02/2020). 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 0400 09/02/20 or as the situation changes.