Flood Alert Info - Wyke Beck and Meanwood Beck catchments
Area Description
Tributaries of the River Aire in North and West Leeds..
This is a Flood Alert Area. For this area the highest level of flood notification that you will receive is a Flood Alert. No Flood Warnings or Severe Flood Warnings are issued for this area.
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Historical Flood Alerts for this Area
Flood Alert issued on 9 Oct 2024 08:30
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck
River levels on Wyke Beck and Meanwood Beck have risen in response to last night’s rainfall. Risk of flooding remains throughout today and areas most at risk are low lying land and roads near rivers.
Further showers are expected until 10am today, 09/10/2024, following which weather conditions are expected to improve and no further significant rainfall is expected over the coming days. River levels are expected to peak this morning and fall throughout the rest of the day.
We are closely monitoring the situation. Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water and avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses.
This message will be updated by 20:00 on 09/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Oct 2024 20:04
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck
Flooding of roads and low lying land is possible, property flooding is not expected.
Flooding is possible when river levels are at their highest from 11:00 PM on 08/10/2024 and throughout the night into the early hours of the morning 09/10/2024.
Areas most at risk include Tributaries of the River Aire in North and West Leeds.
Weather conditions are expected to improve later tomorrow morning, Wednesday 09/10/2024 and no further flooding is expected.
We are closely monitoring the situation and monitoring rainfall and river levels.
Take care and avoid walking, cycling or driving through flood water.
Don't put yourself or others at risk.
This message will be updated by 7:30 AM on 09/10/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Jul 2024 19:03
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck
Following heavy rain this evening, river levels in Wyke Beck are rising. The rain is expected to ease overnight and so water levels should begin to fall later this evening 9th of July. Please avoid using footpaths next to areas of flooded land and fast flowing water and use alternative routes for walking. This message will be updated by 07:00 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 May 2024 20:58
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck
River levels have risen in the Wyke Beck and Meanwood Beck catchments due to heavy rainfall today, 22/05/2024. Further rainfall is expected this evening which could see river levels rise further.
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 23/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 May 2024 21:48
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck
River levels remain high in the Meanwood Beck and Wyke Beck catchments following this afternoon's thunderstorms. Levels are now falling in the Meanwood Beck catchment but remain very high in the lower reaches of Wyke Beck, including in the Dunhills area. Rainfall is expected to gradually die away this evening and overnight, therefore levels should are expected to fall tonight and going into tomorrow, Tuesday 7th May 2024. We will continue to monitor the situation closely.
Surface water is likely to continue to affect low spots on roads for some time - please remain aware of your surroundings and avoid walking or driving through flood water.
This message will be updated by 08:00 AM on 07/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 May 2024 19:10
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck
River levels are rising rapidly on the Wyke Beck due to heavy rainfall and thunderstorms. Areas most at risk include tributaries of the River Aire in North and West Leeds. Flooding is possible at tributaries of the River Aire in North and West Leeds from 19:00 on 06/05/2024. Further heavy showers and thunderstorms are forecast through this evening, but should ease overnight.
We will continue to monitor the forecast. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 22:00 on 06/05/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 4 Apr 2024 20:02
Wyke Beck, Meanwood 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. Areas most at risk include tributaries of the River Aire in North and West Leeds.
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 08:00AM, on 05/04/24 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2024 09:42
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the Wyke Beck throughout today, 22/02/2024, after heavy rainfall last night. River levels are also forecast to rise at the Gipton South Parkway gauge, with a peak at around 14:00 today. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Wyke Beck, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries of the River Aire in North and West Leeds. We will continue to monitor levels and forecasts closely. Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. This message will be updated by 21:00 on 22/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2024 20:27
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on the Wyke Beck in the early hours of tomorrow, 22/02/2024, due to overnight rainfall. River levels are also forecast to rise at the Gipton South Parkway gauge. Flooding is forecast to affect locations near the Wyke Beck, with low lying land expected to be most affected, particularly around tributaries of the River Aire in North and West Leeds. Flooding is possible at tributaries of the River Aire in North and West Leeds from 5:00 AM on 22/02/2024.
We will continue to monitor levels and forecasts 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 9:00 AM on 22/02/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 3 Jan 2024 02:36
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck
The water level in Wyke Beck is now falling. Further rain is expected in the coming days, is expected to cause river levels to rise again. At this stage we do not expect to issue any flood warnings and areas affected by water will principally be lower lying areas of farm and park land next to Wyke Beck. Please take care near waterlogged land and flooded fields and use alternative routes until the water has receded. This message will be updated by 10:35AM 03/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 2 Jan 2024 08:20
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck
The water level in Wyke Beck is now falling following rainfall yesterday evening. Further rain expected later today, 2nd January, is expected to cause river levels to rise again. At this stage we do not expect to issue any flood warnings and areas affected by water will principally be lower lying areas of farm and park land next to Wyke Beck. Please take care near waterlogged land and flooded fields and use alternative routes until the water has receded.
This message will be updated by 08:20 pm 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 1 Jan 2024 19:40
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck
Wyke Beck is expected to rise in response to tonight's rainfall which will last into the early hours of the 2nd of January. Further rain tomorrow may also push river levels back up again. At this stage we do not expect to issue any flood warnings and areas affected by water will principally be lower lying areas of farm and park land next to Wyke Beck. Please take care near waterlogged land and flooded fields and use alternative routes until the water has receded.
This message will be updated by 07:40 am 02/01/2024, or as the situation changes
Flood Alert issued on 27 Dec 2023 07:52
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck
River levels in Wyke Beck in the vicinity of South Parkway (East of Leeds) are rising in response to rainfall earlier this morning and are expected to reach a level where low-lying park-land next to the watercourse may flood in the next hour (09:00 AM) on the 27 December. At this stage we do not expect properties or roads to flood from Wyke Beck. 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 and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water.
This message will be updated by 07:45 PM on 27/12/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 10:54
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck
River levels are forecast to rise on Wyke Beck due to heavy rainfall. Areas most at risk include locations near Wyke Beck, with low lying land expected to be the most affected, particularly around tributaries of the River Aire in North and West Leeds.
Flooding of low-lying land near watercourses is possible from Friday morning, 20th 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 18:55, 20/10/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Oct 2023 04:43
Wyke Beck, Meanwood 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.
Environment Agency Flood Warning Officers set the river or tidal levels that have triggered this message. During industrial action this message has been automatically issued based on rising river or tidal levels.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Jul 2023 23:28
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck
This flood alert has been issued as river levels have risen rapidly due to heavy rain and thunderstorms in the area this evening, Saturday 08/07/2023. These heavy showers are forecast to clear shortly and we do not currently expect to have to issue any flood warnings. 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 07:30 on Sunday 09/07/2023, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 31 Oct 2022 16:45
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels are expected to rise on Wyke Beck and Farnley Beck due to heavy, persistent showers.
Areas most at risk include Tributaries of the River Aire in North and West Leeds, along with Wortley Beck, Farnley Beck, Farnley Wood Beck and Millshaw Beck in South Leeds.
We will continue to monitor the forecast and re-issue this alert if necessary.
Avoid using low lying footpaths and any bridges near local watercourses and do not attempt to walk or drive through flood water. Please be aware that localised surface water flooding is possible.
This message will be updated by 09:00 AM on 01/11/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2022 03:04
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels have now fallen below the flood risk threshold, and we expect to remove this Alert in the morning (22/2/2022).
Although further unsettled weather and showers are forecast, we are not expecting any further significant rainfall. Given the stormy conditions, stay well away from swollen watercourses and flood water and be aware of debris and surface water affecting roads. We are closely monitoring the forecast and will issue further flood alerts and warnings if required over the next few days.
This message will be updated by 15:00, 22/02/2022 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2022 02:22
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels have fallen in Wyke Beck, although they remain high as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall on Sunday 20th February. No further significant rainfall is forecast in the next 24hours and river levels are expected to continue to fall throughout today (21/02/2022). We are monitoring the situation closely on a 24 hour basis and our incident staff are checking defences.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
This message will be updated by 14:20 tomorrow afternoon, 21/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Feb 2022 09:16
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley 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, river levels are likely to be particularly high throughout today. We are monitoring the situation closely on a 24 hour basis and will issue flood warnings if properties and parts of communities are expected to flood. Further rain is forecast and we currently expect river levels to peak again from 4 pm onwards today, 20/02/2022, and remain high overnight into Monday. Areas most at risk initially are low lying land and roads.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Consider taking appropriate steps to prepare for possible flooding, such as moving things upstairs and getting flood protection equipment ready to put in place.
This message will be updated by 18:30, 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Feb 2022 20:58
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels are expected to rise as a result of persistent (heavy) rainfall which is forecast to start around midnight and continue through much of tomorrow, Sunday 20th February.
Due to the saturated conditions and thawing of any lying snow, rivers will respond readily to this rainfall and are likely to be particularly high through the afternoon, evening and overnight into Monday.
We are monitoring the situation closely and will issue flood warnings if properties and parts of communities are expected to flood. We currently expect to see river levels peak between later morning and mid-afternoon. Areas most at risk initially are low lying land and roads.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. Consider taking appropriate steps to prepare for possible flooding, such as moving things upstairs and getting flood protection equipment ready to put in place.
This message will be updated at 09:00, 20/02/2022, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Sep 2021 16:41
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
This flood alert has been issued in response to the forecast for heavy showers and thunderstorms that could affect areas across Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck and Wortley Beck Catchments on Thursday 9th September, particularly in the afternoon and evening.
It is not possible to predict the precise location of these thunderstorms, but where they occur there’s a risk of localised surface water flooding and flooding from smaller rivers affecting roads, homes and businesses.
This means that we are taking the precautionary measure of issuing a flood alert.
In anticipation of these thunderstorms our staff are monitoring the situation.
Given the speed at which levels in the faster responding rivers may rise, we may not have time to issue all
flood warnings before the onset of any flooding. For weather forecasts for your area please see the Met
Office www.metoffice.gov.uk.
Please stay aware of your surroundings and do not put yourself at risk. Be prepared to act on your flood plan.
This message will be updated by 00:30 on 10/09/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 7 Feb 2021 03:23
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels have peaked and have now started to fall following persistent and heavy rainfall yesterday, 06/02/21. Levels remain elevated around Pudsey so flooding of low-lying roads and farmland in the area remains possible into the early hours of this morning, 07/02/2021. Further wintry showers associated with Storm Darcy are forecast today but we do not expect this to cause a significant response, and river levels are expected to continue to fall. We continue to closely monitor 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 11:25, 07/02/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 6 Feb 2021 18:25
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley 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.
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 08:57
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels have risen as a result of persistent and heavy rainfall. Consequently, flooding of property, roads and farmland is possible from 08:30 today, 06/02/21. 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 16:30 on 06/02/21 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Jan 2021 01:39
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
After river levels continued to fall through most of yesterday, 28/01/2021, a further band of rain caused an additional minor river level response in the late hours of the evening. River levels have now peaked, at levels lower than the earlier peak yesterday morning, and are below the flood risk threshold.
Although there may be scattered showers in the early hours today, 29/01/2021, no further significant rain is forecast today. We therefore expect levels to continue to fall and will review the ongoing need for this Flood Alert in daylight hours.
We continue to closely monitor the situation and our operational staff have been out checking flood defences and clearing screens of debris. Please see the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 09:35, 29/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 21:18
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels have fallen across the Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck and Wortley Beck Catchments this afternoon (28/01/2021) although they remain elevated as a result of the recent rainfall. Another band of rain is forecast to pass over the area later this evening (28/01/2021) and there may be some additional river level response, but lower than this morning. The risk of flooding to low lying land, roads and farmland remains. We are closely monitoring the situation and our operational staff have been out checking flood defences and clearing screens of debris. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 05:20, 29/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 13:16
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
Rivers have responded to the overnight rainfall but levels have peaked and are now falling. There will be some further patchy rain this afternoon with a further band of rain passing through the catchment this evening, seeing another rise in levels that is likely to be smaller than this morning. The risk of flooding to low lying land, roads and farmland remains. We are closely monitoring the situation and our operational staff have been out checking flood defences and clearing screens of debris. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 21:00, 28/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 07:06
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
Rivers have begun to react to the overnight rainfall. The rainfall was not as intense as forecast, however levels have risen and will remain elevated. Levels will peak between 08:00 and 11:00 this morning (28/01/21). Rain will continue to fall until midday today (28/01/21) before becoming more patchy this afternoon. A further band of rain will pass through the catchment this evening, seeing another rise in levels, similar to this morning. The risk of flooding to low lying land, roads and farmland remains. We are closely monitoring the situation and our operational staff have been out checking flood defences and clearing screens of debris. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 13:00, 28/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Jan 2021 06:48
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
Rivers have begun to react to the overnight rainfall. The rainfall was not as intense as forecast, however levels have risen and will remain elevated. Levels will peak between 08:00 and 10:00 this morning (28/01/21). Rain will continue to fall until midday today (28/01/21) before becoming more patchy this afternoon. A further band of rain will pass through the catchment this evening, seeing another rise in levels, similar to this morning. The risk of flooding to low lying land, roads and farmland remains. We are closely monitoring the situation and our operational staff have been out checking flood defences and clearing screens of debris. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 13:00, 28/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 27 Jan 2021 20:17
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of a period of wet weather from around midnight tonight (Wednesday, 27/01/2021) until Friday morning. The heaviest rainfall is likely to be during the early hours of Thursday morning, becoming more patchy during daylight hours. Given the saturated conditions, we expect river levels to respond readily to this rainfall and currently we expect to see rivers peaking between 06:00 to 09:00 Thursday morning. Consequently, flooding of low lying land, roads and farmland is possible tomorrow morning. We are closely monitoring the situation and our operational staff have been out checking flood defences and clearing screens of debris. Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded. See the GOV.UK website for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated tomorrow morning, 28/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Jan 2021 04:25
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels are forecast to continue to remain elevated across the Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck and Wortley Beck Catchments 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 12:25pm, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 18:42
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels are forecast to continue to remain elevated across the Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck and Wortley Beck Catchments 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 02:45 tomorrow, 21/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 10:43
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels are forecast to continue to remain elevated across the Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck and Wortley Beck Catchments 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 18:45 today, 20/01/2021, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 20 Jan 2021 02:43
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels are forecast to continue to remain elevated across the Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck and Wortley Beck Catchments 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 10:40am, 20/01/21, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 19 Jan 2021 21:21
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels are forecast to rise across the Wyke, Meanwood and Wortley Beck Catchments 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 12:26
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels are forecast to rise across the Wyke, Meanwood and Wortley Beck Catchments 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. As a result we expect to see high river levels from this afternoon, 19/01/2021. We will monitor 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 04:25
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels are forecast to rise across the Wyke, Meanwood and Wortley Beck Catchments 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 Tuesday afternoon. We will monitor closely to assess locations where we may need to issue flood warnings. Our field teams are checking defences and clearing screens ahead of the rainfall. We are liaising closely with our partners to ensure they are ready to respond. Please put your flood plan into action and activate any property flood protection products you may have, such as flood barriers and air brick covers. Avoid using low lying footpaths near watercourses and plan driving routes to avoid roads which may be flooded. This message will be updated in 8 hours or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 18 Jan 2021 17:13
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels are forecast to rise across the Wyke, Meanwood and Wortley Beck Catchments as a result of persistent rainfall, from 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 around 6am. We will monitor 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 27 Dec 2020 04:57
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels on Wyke Beck have risen as a result of the heavy rainfall from Storm Bella. River levels will remain high until around 9am on Sunday (27/12/20) before they fall during the course of the day. Although further rain is forecast today, we do not expect this to cause a further significant river response. We do not currently expect to issue any flood warnings for this catchment, but are closely monitoring river levels in case this situation changes. We will update this message by 12:55 on 27/12/20, or if the situation changes. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
Flood Alert issued on 26 Dec 2020 21:14
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
This alert is being issued as levels on Wyke Beck are rising as a result of Storm Bella.
Further rainfall is forecast over the course of the night and into the early hours of Sunday Morning, 27/12/2020. We are monitoring the situation very closely to assess the need to issue any flood warnings, if river levels continue to rise as a result of the rainfall.
This message will be updated by 05:00 on 27/12/2020, or as the situation changes. Please plan driving routes to avoid low lying roads near rivers, which may be flooded.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Mar 2020 00:30
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels responded to the rainfall last night, 09/03/20. Further rainfall is forecast this morning, 10/03/20, which will keep river levels elevated through throughout today. We do not currently expect to issue any warnings in response to this rainfall. This flood alert remains in force as there may be flooding of low-lying land and roads. Please see the Met Office for a detailed weather forecast for your area and keep an eye on our Flood Information Service at https://bit.ly/38zZDn5 for the latest river levels and forecasts. We do not currently expect to issue warnings but are closely monitoring the situation and our incident room is open 24/7. This message will be updated by 08:30 on 10/03/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Mar 2020 16:30
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
Heavy frontal rain is forecast from Monday afternoon, 09/03/2020, overnight and into Tuesday. River levels are expected to start responding from this evening and into the early hours of tomorrow. This flood alert is being issued as a precaution, to raise awareness of the potential flood risk, despite the low confidence that flood impacts will occur. Please see the Met Office for a detailed weather forecast for your area and keep an eye on our Flood Information Service at https://bit.ly/38zZDn5 for the latest river levels and forecasts. We do not currently expect to issue warnings but are closely monitoring the situation and our incident room is open 24/7. This message will be updated by 0:30 on 10/03/2020.
Flood Alert issued on 29 Feb 2020 04:21
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
Rainfall overnight (29/2/20) is likely to cause river levels to rise. We do not, however, currently expect to issue any warnings. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying land and roads, which may be flooded. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 12:25, 29/02/2020 or if the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 20:35
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
Rainfall earlier this afternoon (28/02/20) has seen a minor response in river levels, but they still remain below levels of concern. Further rainfall is forecast overnight which may see a further rise. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. We do not currently expect to issue any warnings.
Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast from our Leeds incident room. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying land and roads, which may be flooded. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 04:25 on 29/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 28 Feb 2020 12:33
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels are forecast to rise as a result of heavy and persistent rainfall. We expect river levels to peak at around 4pm, 28/02/20. Areas most at risk are low lying land and roads. Further rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the forecast from our incident room. Please plan driving routes to avoid low-lying land and roads, which may be flooded. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. This message will be updated by 20:30 on 28/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2020 11:04
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels have risen this morning, Monday 24/02/2020, in response to the recent rainfall and melting snow. Levels are expected to remain high until early afternoon before they will begin to fall. Rain is forecast for Monday until around lunch time and then will ease away.
We continue to monitor the situation from our incident room. Please avoid driving on low-lying roads and keep clear of footpaths which are close to watercourses. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast.
This message will be updated by 18:30 on the 24/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 23 Feb 2020 03:57
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River Levels have started to respond to the rainfall overnight and into this morning, Sunday 23/02/20. We are not currently expecting a significant response to these levels and anticipate removing this alert in the morning.
We will continue to monitor the situation from our Incident Room. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. For an up-to-date weather forecast, visit www.metoffice.gov.uk. This message will be updated by 12:00 on 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 20:19
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels have now fallen below the flood risk threshold following the rainfall overnight and into this morning, 22/02/20, however this Flood Alert remains in force as the risk of flooding is expected to increase with further rainfall early tomorrow morning, 23/02/20.
This further rainfall is expected from midnight tonight, 22/02/20, into Sunday morning. We expect river levels to respond to this rain in the early hours of 23/02/20, and expect a similar response to that seen this morning, with peaks likely to occur around breakfast time. Flooding of low-lying land and roads is possible overnight.
Please avoid driving on low-lying roads and avoid any footpaths close to watercourses. We are continuing to monitor the situation from our incident room. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. For an up-to-date weather forecast, visit www.metoffice.gov.uk. This message will be updated by 04:00 on 23/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 11:43
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
Although river levels have now fallen below the flood risk threshold, this alert will remain in force due to the forecast rainfall this evening (22/02/2020) and into Sunday morning (23/02/2020). We are expecting similar levels to that of last night’s rainfall (21/02/2020) into this morning (22/02/2020).
Flooding of low-lying land and roads may be possible overnight. Avoid driving on low-lying roads and avoid any footpaths close to watercourses. We are continuing to monitor the situation from our incident room. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. For an up-to-date weather forecast, visit www.metoffice.gov.uk. This message will be updated by 19:45 on 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 22 Feb 2020 02:54
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
This alert remains in force due to Friday’s rainfall. River levels are expected to rise due to scattered showers over the weekend, however we do not expect to issue a flood warning due to the predicted forecast. Flooding of low-lying land and roads remains possible. Avoid driving on low-lying roads and avoid any footpaths close to watercourses. We are continuing to monitor the situation from our incident room. See GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast. For an up-to-date weather forecast, visit www.metoffice.gov.uk. This message will be updated by 10:50 on 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 18:52
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
This alert remains in force due to today’s rainfall, 21/02/2020. The rainfall is expected to continue throughout this evening and into Saturday morning, 22/02/2020. River levels are expected to rise further, however we do not expect to issue a flood warning due to the predicted forecast.
Flooding of low-lying land and roads 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 02:55 on 22/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 21 Feb 2020 10:53
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley 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 from around midday onwards. 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 18:45 on 21/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 21:07
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
Following recent rainfall which has left ground saturated, river levels have risen as a result of Storm Dennis. Rainfall is expected to continue through tonight, 15/02/20, and into Sunday morning, with a period of sustained rainfall from the late evening.
Based on the current forecast, river levels are likely to level out in response to breaks in rainfall, but will then continue to rise in response to the sustained rainfall throughout the evening and peak early Sunday morning, 16/02/20. Current, peak levels are expected to be below those seen during Storm Ciara. The risk of flooding to low-lying land and roads remains this evening and into Sunday.
We have are closely monitoring the situation. 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 at 04:25 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 15 Feb 2020 12:48
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
Following recent rainfall which has left ground saturated, river levels are forecast to rise as a result of Storm Dennis. Rainfall is expected to intensify from midday today, 15 February 2020. Based on the current forecast, river levels are likely to react this afternoon and rise rapidly overnight due to the flashy nature of the catchment and peak early Sunday morning, 16 February. Flooding of properties and roads is possible this evening, into Sunday and beyond.
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. Please also plan driving routes to avoid low lying land that may be flooded. Please see GOV.UK for a 5 day flood forecast and for weather forecasts please see the Met Office. This message will be updated at 20:25 or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 10 Feb 2020 04:36
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
River levels remain high but are falling following persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara. Consequently, the risk of flooding is reducing.
Further scattered rainfall is forecast overnight and into Monday, however, we do not anticipate any further significant river response. Our incident response staff are closely monitoring the situation from our incident room.
Please avoid using low lying footpaths near local watercourses and do not walk or drive through fast moving water. This message will be updated by 12:35 on 10/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 16:42
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
Beck levels are high as a result of the persistent heavy rainfall associated with Storm Ciara. Levels have already peaked and are now falling but will remain high through Sunday 09/02/2020 afternoon and into the early evening. Although the heavy rainfall has eased, high winds and further showers are forecast this evening and into Monday, 10/02/2020. We urge residents to remain vigilant and avoid walking and driving through low-lying land or near local watercourses. Our incident room is open and we are monitoring the situation closely. We will update this message by 00:50 on 10/02/2020, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 9 Feb 2020 04:35
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley 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 12:35 9/02/20, or as the situation changes.
Flood Alert issued on 8 Feb 2020 19:58
Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck, Wortley Beck
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We are issuing this flood alert for Wyke Beck, Meanwood Beck and Wortley Beck 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. Beck levels are forecast to start rising around midnight on Saturday and are expected 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.